{"id":1593,"date":"2013-03-05T15:25:24","date_gmt":"2013-03-05T15:25:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/?p=1593"},"modified":"2018-06-21T14:12:50","modified_gmt":"2018-06-21T14:12:50","slug":"7-signs-of-quality-clothing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/index.php\/2013\/7-signs-of-quality-clothing\/","title":{"rendered":"TV Segment: 7 Signs Of Quality Clothing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/rack-SAM_0583.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1613\" title=\"rack - SAM_0583\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/rack-SAM_0583-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"614\" height=\"461\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">This story airs on KTRK, Channel 13 News in the Stretch Your Dollar Segment on March 6, 2013. The tips and details about the clothing shown in the story is provided below.\u00a0Thank you <a href=\"http:\/\/www.coquetteboutiquehouston.com\/\">Coquette Boutique<\/a> for providing the shoot location and all the garments used to demonstrate the tips.<\/p>\n<p><object id=\"otvPlayer\" width=\"400\" height=\"268\" classid=\"clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000\" codebase=\"http:\/\/download.macromedia.com\/pub\/shockwave\/cabs\/flash\/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0\"><param name=\"allowScriptAccess\" value=\"always\" \/><param name=\"allowNetworking\" value=\"all\" \/><param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\" \/><param name=\"src\" value=\"http:\/\/cdn.abclocal.go.com\/static\/flash\/embeddedPlayer\/swf\/otvEmLoader.swf?version=fw1000&amp;station=ktrk&amp;section=&amp;mediaId=9018309&amp;parentId=null&amp;cdnRoot=http:\/\/cdn.abclocal.go.com&amp;webRoot=http:\/\/abclocal.go.com&amp;configPath=\/util\/&amp;site=\" \/><param name=\"allowscriptaccess\" value=\"always\" \/><param name=\"allownetworking\" value=\"all\" \/><param name=\"allowfullscreen\" value=\"true\" \/><embed id=\"otvPlayer\" width=\"400\" height=\"268\" type=\"application\/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http:\/\/cdn.abclocal.go.com\/static\/flash\/embeddedPlayer\/swf\/otvEmLoader.swf?version=fw1000&amp;station=ktrk&amp;section=&amp;mediaId=9018309&amp;parentId=null&amp;cdnRoot=http:\/\/cdn.abclocal.go.com&amp;webRoot=http:\/\/abclocal.go.com&amp;configPath=\/util\/&amp;site=\" allowScriptAccess=\"always\" allowNetworking=\"all\" allowFullScreen=\"true\" allowscriptaccess=\"always\" allownetworking=\"all\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" \/><\/object><\/p>\n<p>Quality clothing is worth spending extra for because it lasts longer. Quality costs more because finer hand craftsmanship takes more time and finer fabrics are more expensive to produce. How can you tell whether a garment is constructed to last or cheaply made? Here are 7 keys to quality fabrication:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/1-lining-SAM_0584.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1597\" title=\"1 lining - SAM_0584\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/1-lining-SAM_0584-132x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"132\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/1-lining-close-up-SAM_0585.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1596\" title=\"1 lining - close up - SAM_0585\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/1-lining-close-up-SAM_0585-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/1-lining-close-up-SAM_0585-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/1-lining-close-up-SAM_0585-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Lining<\/strong> \u00a0&#8211; When a garment is lined, it lies smoothly and moves easily on your body. Unlined items can ride up or bind up. If the lining is properly sewn into the garment, it will be a little loose. The lining will hang with a bit of give so it doesn&#8217;t rip or tear. Lining also provided coverage under sheer fabrics, so you don\u2019t need a slip or camisole.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mannequin is wearing: ALC Leopard print \u00a0and leather jacket ($1199), Coquette Boutique<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seams-SAM_0586.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1601\" title=\"2 seams - SAM_0586\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seams-SAM_0586-94x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"94\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seam-close-up-SAM_0587.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1600\" title=\"2 seam - close up SAM_0587\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seam-close-up-SAM_0587-235x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"235\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seam-close-up-SAM_0587-235x300.jpg 235w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seam-close-up-SAM_0587-805x1024.jpg 805w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 235px) 100vw, 235px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seam-bad-SAM_0568.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1599\" title=\"2 seam - bad - SAM_0568\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seam-bad-SAM_0568-297x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"297\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seam-bad-SAM_0568-297x300.jpg 297w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/2-seam-bad-SAM_0568-1014x1024.jpg 1014w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 297px) 100vw, 297px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Seams<\/strong> &#8211; Check the seams to see if they are strong, flat and straight. Steer clear if they are they crooked, puckered, separated or coming apart. Extra stitching, such as top stitching\u00a0or bound selvages, is a sign that the piece was made with extra care.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mannequin:\u00a0Brokedown Dream Catcher Tank ($64) and Koch Gold Sequin Mini Skirt ($395), Coquette<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/3-embellishment-ctop-SAM_0589.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1605\" title=\"3 embellishment -ctop SAM_0589\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/3-embellishment-ctop-SAM_0589-144x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"144\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/3-embellishment-loose-SAM_0571.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1604\" title=\"3 embellishment - loose - SAM_0571\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/3-embellishment-loose-SAM_0571-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/3-embellishment-loose-SAM_0571-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/3-embellishment-loose-SAM_0571-1024x768.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Closures and Embellishments<\/strong> &#8211; Check buttons, sequins and beading to see it they are attached securely. It takes time to attach these decorative elements on to the clothing and even more time to sew or attach them securely by hand.\u00a0Look for embellishments that are sewn or riveted.\u00a0Be wary of loose embellishments or decorations that are attached with glue.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mannequin:\u00a0Renzo and Kai Embellished Blouse ($310), Coquette<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/4-embellishment-bag-SAM_0590.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1606\" title=\"4 embellishment - bag SAM_0590\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/4-embellishment-bag-SAM_0590-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/4-embellishment-bag-SAM_0590-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/4-embellishment-bag-SAM_0590-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Extra Notions<\/strong> &#8211; Higher quality clothing comes with extra beads, sequins, buttons, or matching thread or yarn. These extras come in handy if you need to repair or tailor your garment (Mannequin same as #3, above).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-SAM_0564.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1609\" title=\"5 pattern - SAM_0564\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-SAM_0564-122x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"122\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-SAM_0564-122x300.jpg 122w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-SAM_0564-418x1024.jpg 418w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 122px) 100vw, 122px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-close-up-SAM_0565.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1607\" title=\"5 pattern - close up - SAM_0565\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-close-up-SAM_0565-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-close-up-SAM_0565-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-close-up-SAM_0565-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-misalligned-SAM_0574.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1608\" title=\"5 pattern - misalligned - SAM_0574\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-misalligned-SAM_0574-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-misalligned-SAM_0574-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/5-pattern-misalligned-SAM_0574-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Pattern Alignment<\/strong> &#8211; Look at the pattern on the garment and see how the pattern lines up at the seams. If patterns match at the seams and make the garment look as though it was made from one piece of fabric, that will indicate quality. Patterns that don&#8217;t align at the seams indicate the garment was made quickly, cheaply or by machine.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mannequin:\u00a0Renzo and Kai Leather Patch Dress ($710), Coquette<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/6-zipper-SAM_0567.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1611\" title=\"6 zipper - SAM_0567\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/6-zipper-SAM_0567-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/6-zipper-SAM_0567-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/6-zipper-SAM_0567-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/6-zipper-close-up-SAM_0593.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1610\" title=\"6 zipper - close up SAM_0593\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/6-zipper-close-up-SAM_0593-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/6-zipper-close-up-SAM_0593-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.sarahshah.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/6-zipper-close-up-SAM_0593-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Zippers<\/strong> &#8211; If clothing has a zipper, zip it up and down a few times. Quality made clothing will have a zipper that glides smoothly without catching or snagging the fabric. The zipper should be centered and covered with fabric to make it invisible (unless it is a design element of the garment), lie flat on the garment and remain locked when the zipper pull in laid flat.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mannequin:\u00a0Camilla Zip Front V-neck draped Kaftan ($750), Coquette<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>7. Fabric<\/strong> &#8211; Polyester fabric blends can form pills after just a few wearings. Look for natural materials like 100% cotton or wool. Athletic wear should be thick and firm to give you support. Skip the fabric softener when caring for athletic wear and anything with lycra to reduce pilling and make the fabric last longer (Mannequin same as #6, above).<\/p>\n<p>Before you buy a garment, try it on, test it out, and check all the details. How do you tell if a garment is made well? I&#8217;d love to hear your tips too. Please share them in the comments!<\/p>\n<p>What&#8217;s Sarah Wearing: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eloquii.com\/Leopard-Print-Dress\/23308438,default,pd.html?dwvar_23308438_colorCode=150&amp;start=19&amp;ppid=c19&amp;cgid=womens-work-dresses\">Leopard print jersey dress<\/a> (Eloqui, $99), semi-precious rosary necklaces (Coquette, $300)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quality clothing is worth spending extra for because it lasts longer. How can you tell whether a garment is constructed to last or cheaply made? 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