Hi everyone, if you missed the COS review mentioned in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nGmKwbajn5qscdY.html I also added some links in the description, for you to see second-hand & new options of these garments (I pre-filtered the results based on how I would shop for myself). And now the big question: after watching this video, which trench coat would you rather put your money on?

@anireseegam6128

3 жыл бұрын

Barbour

@nikhilwagh642

3 жыл бұрын

Ma'am plz mention me once in your Instagram story Request Brown_boy_4002

@lizbueding2626

3 жыл бұрын

I bought my Burberry in DC 31 years ago for $1,500. I wear it throughout spring and fall and some days in-between. It has been cleaned countless times and no longer sheds rain quite as well, but it shows almost no signs of wear. At this rate, they'll be able to bury me in it!

@AyaaAcademia

3 жыл бұрын

I went vintage shopping last week and I found this trench coat that was specially made by a tailor for someone and surprisingly it fits me so well. extremely high quality and makes me feel so special and it did not cost much because it is not from one of those famous brands. Bought it for 79 euros

@martinascopes5274

3 жыл бұрын

@@lizbueding2626 that's fantastic value

It would be great if you did more videos like this: compare similar garments in cheap, expensive, and maybe mid-range price tags.

@IEVAKambarovaite

3 жыл бұрын

Yes yes yes!! Also, things like shoes, bags, cashmere garments, swimwear.

@molamolalaaa2968

3 жыл бұрын

That would be wonderful!

@susanne5803

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! I'm learning so much!

@cadciel

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely!! Would love to see more such content.

@lilymm35

3 жыл бұрын

Yes please! I would pay the price of the Barbour coat (as it is worth the price) but there is no way I could afford the Burberry. I would love more suggestions of decent quality but mid-range price brands.

I worked with a woman who, when she graduated from University in the 1970s, received a Burberry trench coat from her father. She still wore it when she retired in 2015. It looked great. So when my daughter graduated from University in 2018, I bought her a Burberry trench coat. I am a dressmaker, and I am very happy to know that any time a button gets loose, she takes it to the store and it is repaired for free. We are both happy with the investment.

@SoNick25

3 жыл бұрын

what a fantastic idea! your daughter is lucky!

@andreaandrea6716

3 жыл бұрын

How lovely!

@Sunshine-zm1fx

3 жыл бұрын

@Fifi Kahlil Get a better hobby.

@dowth3

3 жыл бұрын

Such a beautifully meaningful tradition; your daughter is fortunate to have such a thoughtful mum.

@yanayakomelova

3 жыл бұрын

The problem is that not even a half of women stay in the same shape over decades (Well, maybe French ladies do). Probably, having a Burberry coat motivates some people to fit in it by any means.

I bought my Burberry on sale at Harrods in 1982! It is still as beautiful as ever!

@laviniasnow4494

3 жыл бұрын

WOW! 😮

@paulafranceschi

3 жыл бұрын

Somewhere there's a picture of me in Paris in 1982 all bundled up with layers under my Burberry and a beret!

@laviniasnow4494

3 жыл бұрын

@@paulafranceschi Cool! 💜

@dace8828

3 жыл бұрын

That is amazing!

@diannej2406

3 жыл бұрын

I have a London Fog trench coat with a zip in lining for colder weather from around the same era. Has a touch of the big shoulder pad look but not so over the top Dynasty looking that it's too bad. Not nearly as stylish and upscale as your Burberry, but well made and still in use some 40 years later. My son loves it and is always trying to "borrow" it from me.

When it comes to trench coats I wouldn’t budge from Burberry. I bought trench coats annually before I bought a Burberry 10 years ago. It’s still looks amazing, holds its shape and the quality is amazing (I wear it almost everyday in spring and autumn). It’s timeless and I haven’t bought another trench since. Worth every buck I paid and I still love to wear it.

@mariabarnes9197

3 жыл бұрын

@@janakase6319 100% agreed!

@SummeRain783

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I am thinking of investing in one myself. I don’t like having too many. Just a few quality items

@simonagiorgi77

3 жыл бұрын

Good to know...may I ask...which model did you go for? Some look a bit trendy

@mihaelaskrabo1385

3 жыл бұрын

@@janakase6319 if I were you, I'd probably buy a second hand one made for men that's too big for me and reshape it 😊

@sheonlydances

3 жыл бұрын

@@simonagiorgi77 The classic models are Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster. Kensington is more straight, with roomier shoulders and wider sleeves but it still makes an hourglass shape. Chelsea is more fitted in the chest and waist area and sleeves. I haven’t tried the Westminster, but it looks more relaxed. If you have the chance, try as many as possible, you never know which one is for you until you try and compare. Even if the SA has a strong opinion about your fit, try them on, for fun 😉

I was lucky enough to find a Christian Dior men's trench coat in a US thrift shop, 30 years ago. It cost $20. I wear it every winter (and I've been in the UK for the past 15 years, so it has seen some use) and it still looks a million dollars.

@katem6562

3 жыл бұрын

This sums up the point of a quality garment over a trend item that they can last years

@silvasilvasilva

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, luck really plays a part in it, since there isn't an endless supply of vintage pieces to choose from ☹

@SummeRain783

3 жыл бұрын

Christian Dior makes some if the best clothes

@weeleelee5843

3 жыл бұрын

@@silvasilvasilva Luck plays a huge part, especially if you don't have a lot of money to spend. London second-hand shops have got very pricey. The thrift shops in Paris and Amsterdam still carry designer labels at affordable prices and, often, they are helping charities. I got a couple of gorgeous cashmere coats in Amsterdam, about five years ago, for maybe 50 euros each. I always google the second-hand shops, when I go on holiday, and devote a couple of leisurely days to them. I found a pristine Burberry trench in Bastia, a few years ago, for 10 euros, but it was far too big. Happy hunting!

@silvasilvasilva

3 жыл бұрын

@@weeleelee5843 That's lovely! I found some very good itens in London shops, but nothing as good as that! Since I only visit every few years, I have to wish on my lucky star :)

Here in the U.K that huge pocket in the Barbour is called the 'poacher's pocket', will fit a dead Rabbit or Pheasant without detection !

The small inside buttons: I was taught they are not there for aesthetics. They are to prevent tear of the fabric, by spreading the pressure on the inside fabric when the outside button is yanked.

@ulrikesextro4187

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the explanation

it is really useful to learn the reason behind why some aspects are better quality, and how they affect the garment. You cannot always find a garment where everything is impeccable so it is good to be able to judge what aspects of quality will be most important to prioritise for you. for example if an issue is mostly aesthetic or if it will make the whole thing fall apart.

Few years ago, I bought a vintage Christian Dior trench coat from around the 1970's for £55. I'm a tailor and I revamped it a bit and now it's fits like a dream. Even my manager said that nowadays they are not making coats with details like this...

Justine: hi, let's look at coats Me, from a tropical country: Let's go! *clicks*

@mssouzamf

3 жыл бұрын

@@janakase6319 yeah, I totally get your point! Though I'd hardly think that much when buying something that would only get out of my closet once every few years, if that. I do take all the garment construction, fabrics and tailoring tips when buying my own clothes, which is why i love Justine so much, her content is gold.

@SadasilPY

3 жыл бұрын

Same here! 🙋🏼‍♀️

@momostewart9771

3 жыл бұрын

Me, too. I live where it is never colder than 24°C. Fortunately, with many seamstresses in the family, I learned quality early; fabric, seams, closures etc... But I LOVE JUSTINE and appreciate her style and quality. So I watched🤗💐💛 Thank you for being of help to others with your time and knowledge.

@retnowidowati6542

3 жыл бұрын

well, I'm living in a tropical country, but there are rainy and damp seasons here, so I've collected couples of light weight and flimsy trench coat that suit the bright sky atmosphere :)

@francesdebes

3 жыл бұрын

Same!

Nice video! I’m a fellow designer and just wanted to make a correction on one statement - the small buttons on the inside of the Burberry coat are not to cover the thread only. The main purpose of this button is to add stability to the front button so it doesn’t “flop”. It’s a common technique used in outerwear making (mainly) where larger and heavier buttons are used and they need to lay even against the fabric.

I'd really love a video comparing quality of garments through the decades. I've personally always found that the vintage items I find in consignment stores are constructed a lot better than new items of the same brand!

@milu9099

3 жыл бұрын

It's probably a bit of survivor bias, only the good pieces are kept while all the rest got binned early on, but I agree... even vintage H&M is nice! :)

@milu9099

3 жыл бұрын

I want more of this type of content. Quality materials and construction, vintage vs current of the same brand. :)

I found a red ladies 12us Burberry trench coat at a thrift for 11.99!! It's gorgeous and the original owner had her name embroidered on the label. I love it!

@justineleconte

3 жыл бұрын

if it's a real Burberry, you got yourself a fantastic deal indeed!!

@sursumsemper7098

3 жыл бұрын

I bought mine in the late 80s and it’s still like new. I think it cost about GBP 800 at the time. The fit is still great, thanks to the cut.. Burberry would embroider your initials on the label when you purchased the coat - this was a standard part of the product, no charge.

Fashion-challenged, but just want nice, functional, durable clothes. We never notice these things, but once seen and understood, they can’t be unseen. Thanks for educating us consumers.

I think this inner buttons are there not for aestetic reasons but for strenght. I ripped buttons out of cheap fabrics not only once. And I saw this double buttoning many times on the old sturdy clothes.

I would buy vintage Burberry for the cut, cause I'm really not into the whole oversized potato bag style that is roaming around these days :) And I'm also constantly surprised when I look at new coats at shops that they don't have full lining. That never happened when I was younger and I don't remember prices to be that much higher just for the lining.

@gittevandevelde2208

3 жыл бұрын

I can only find the vintage ones in big sizes...So it would be potato bag anyway!

@patriciasalem3606

3 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure my old London Fog trench (before the brand went bargain basement) had a zip-in lining, which was nice for three-season wear. I miss touches like that.

@diannej2406

3 жыл бұрын

@@patriciasalem3606 I've still got my old early 1980s London Fog. It has the extra zip-in lining for three-season wear. It still looks great even if it does have slightly larger shoulder pads than anything modern,

@patriciasalem3606

3 жыл бұрын

@@diannej2406 I got mine in 1979 before moving to the Netherlands for a year to study. I don't know what happened to it. I probably gave it away in the '90s. :(

@twobluestripes

3 жыл бұрын

I am a very chilly person and I definitely prefer lining in my sleeves! For very cold weather, I want it just as warm as in the body lining.

Here in the UK in the country, it’s considered much more fashionable if your Barbour is extremely well worn and at least 15 years old. They just go on forever, mine will probably outlive me. Brilliant video 👏

@peachesandcream8753

3 жыл бұрын

Mine too. I've only had mine for 7 years but I expect to hand them down to my children and for them to their children. They are wonderful jackets.

@louisematlock2491

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. A well worn Barbour is like a muddy Landrover. Perfect!

@paris0551

3 жыл бұрын

My Barbour is 28 years old, still super comfy and wind proof.

@Teverell

3 жыл бұрын

There's a *reason* I'm looking for a second-hand Barbour jacket on eBay. (OK, price is the main reason but vintage definitely looks better than brand new!)

@Teverell

3 жыл бұрын

@@louisematlock2491 And the green wellies. How very English. 🇬🇧

My mother was a seamstress, so I know her attitude towards perfect seams, pockets, cuts, materials etc., and while I was younger I used to copy those Schnitts from Burda to a paper and than cut them for her, so yes, I enjoy your videos greatly 😊😊😊❤️

I bought a new Burberry wool/cashmere blend trench coat 13 years ago. I feel like a queen every time I wear it. The fit and the quality are impeccable and the style is timeless. Still it is not a value for money product, the price point is most about exclussiveness. Second hand high end products are a very good choice for me when it comes to accessories (e.g. bags, belts.)

I live in a rural area. Barbour for working clothes (a car coat) and used Burberry for church. ;-)

I`ve been wearing my Barbour Jacket for more than 10 years now for walking the dog, horseback riding and everyday life. I love it, it has a rustic feel but it`s chic as well. Mine has a detachable liner, therefore warm in winter and cool in spring or fall and a hood for rainy days. Perfect !

Yes! More videos like this!!! Vlogs and magazines often preach "buy quality items" but that's the thing - - an average person like me with zero knowledge in textile and fashion can't tell what makes a garment of quality!!

I bought my Burberry in 1992 and it still looks great 30 years later!

I purchased a London Fog trench that's waterproof and has a removable quilted lining for warmth, from the Goodwill "Bins" for $1.39 a pound! I love it, and the quality is amazing! I'm not sure if it's vintage but it seems to be, because it's very classic.

I wear my dad's old burberry. He bought it in the 80ies and wore it every day to work. I still wear it in fall and spring. It's perfectly waterproof and I loooooove the huge pockets!

As someone who sews and knits almost 90% of my garments, including trench coats and outerwear, I love checking out the inside construction of RTW garments, to the point where some department store sales associates think I’m a secret shopper! Great video and given the choice, I would love a vintage Burberry. The Barbour is probably too warm for Vancouver climate but a classically made vintage trench would be a lovely addition to my wardrobe! Thanks, Justine. Always, always informative!

@es4666

3 жыл бұрын

As a fellow Vancouverite now living in the UK - rainwear is definitely important to us. I would wear Burberry but i am on the eternal hunt for a vintage one i like.

@mehitabel6564

3 жыл бұрын

Like you I also make most of my garments. Myself, being an inverted triangle, would go for a man's vintage Burberry, and adjust it. I have had a Barbour for the last 40 years and it has worn very well and will outlive me. I had a chance to buy some ex-Burberry trench fabric a few years ago and passed it up because it wasn't quite the right colour, so I am kicking myself now! I also like checking out RTW, usually tut-tut-tutting and the usually poor construction of womenswear. I am so glad I sew, I could not afford to buy the finished garments I make for myself. Also, having made them, I take great care of them.

@EyeGlassTrainofMind

3 жыл бұрын

Just a note: Barbour have lighter outerwear coats than the one Justine has demonstrated here. I live in the Northeast of the U.S. and have a fantastic Barbour raincoat that is designed for warmer weather. Highly recommend checking out their full collection sometime just to see. :)

I invested in a Burberry a while back and did not regret it. It wears beautifully and the style is so classic that I can still wear this when I’m 60, reducing the cost per wear substantially. I don’t have to buy any other trench style outerwear for a long time, I consider it good value for money. Also it’s Burberry but some styles are more muted, not you dont see so much of the plat, you would immediately know it’s Burberry, so possible to wear on all occasions.

I'm lucky enough to live near the Barbour factory, they have a fabulous factory shop. Barbour coats last for so many years and can easily be repaired or relined by Barbour.

@lynda.grace.14

3 жыл бұрын

Lucky you!

@justjan1

3 жыл бұрын

Where is this shop, I'd love to go

@dawnlovejoy8917

3 жыл бұрын

@@justjan1 It's Monks Way, Bede Trading Estate, Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, NE32 3HL

@dawnlovejoy8917

3 жыл бұрын

@John Smith It's Monks Way, Bede Trading Estate, Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, NE32 3HL Details are also on the Barbour website

@dawnlovejoy8917

3 жыл бұрын

@John Smith There's also an ancient church and monastery nearby where the Venerable Bede grew up.

Those small responding buttons on Burberry are not just for esthetics, those actually help to prevent pulling the main button of with thread trough the fabric.

Easy care outerwear is ideal for me. Lining and internal pockets are a nice touch.

My Barbour coat is the best purchase I've ever made. Coming from a country where it's either always raining, windy, cold or the weather changes every 5 min, the coat is a match made in heaven.

@sylviadrummond7293

3 жыл бұрын

koparp- what country is that?

@eirmynt5539

3 жыл бұрын

@@sylviadrummond7293 Iceland :)

@Pallanos7

3 жыл бұрын

I agree.

I have a Barbour light jacket, a hunter's model, without the wax layer. It's by far the most comfortable, water-repellent, stylish jacket. It's actually a men's jacket model, but I always get compliments about it. I wear it everywhere, to work, riding lessons, forest walks...best buy I ever made

I’ve never been so excited for a video EVER. Bravo for the topic choice!

@justineleconte

3 жыл бұрын

actually it was a requested topic, some people were asking why I have not talked about outerwear yet on the channel. And I thought... that's true!! Let's change it ;-)

@RoselineJerryA

3 жыл бұрын

@@justineleconte humble queen

I recently bought a vintage second-hand Burberrys trench and I'm in love. The quality is stunning and the attention to every possible detail is amazing. By just touching the outside you'd know it's far better quality than most random coats you can buy nowadays.

After buying like 8 trench coats from COS- type stores, I finally invested in a Burberry coat.. the others always ended up being not timeless or poorly made and I’m now so glad that even though it was more expensive I feel like I’ll be able to wear it for years (so I’m not spending/wasting 150€ every season)

@justineleconte

3 жыл бұрын

that's a good learning!

I appreciate how you point out the details like inner buttons and pockets. And clearly you can tell good stitching from bad. More of this please! 🙏

i love that you confirm most of what my mum taught me about choosing clothes! she raised a very very picky human that hates most of the clothes made these days :D

Barbour is made in the North East of England (close to where I live actually :) and it is a staple of the British garment industry. The Royal family has been wearing it for decades.

@patriciasalem3606

3 жыл бұрын

I work in the equestrian industry, and Barbour is considered the top brand for barn coats and casual riding jackets. The Royal Family's association with the brand has given it a kind of de facto luxury status, IMO.

@georgiafrye2524

3 жыл бұрын

I heard Queen Elizabeth loves her old Barbour jackets so much she gets them refurbished and repaired front time to time. I love the waxed jackets because they breathe and repell water. They have to be rewaxed and one needs to purchase the tin of wax. I wore one out. I have found some from LL Bean and Eddie Bauer in the US. I also have seen them in Orvis catalogs . Not as well made as Barbour.

@patriciasalem3606

3 жыл бұрын

@@georgiafrye2524 I agree--I love that treatment of the material too. I could definitely see Her Majesty doing that with her Barbour jackets. It's no different than refurbishing a beloved pair of riding boots.

@auxkvisit

3 жыл бұрын

I love the quality of Barbour garments! 💛 Last winter I bought a Parka (Birches) from this brand - still pricy although I found it on sale. It’s worth every single cent: The quality is amazing, it seems to be extremely durable and the jacket itself a real classic. I'm sure I'll have it for the rest of my life.🤘

@upsydaysy3042

3 жыл бұрын

My sister wore a Barbour jacket for years while practicing horse riding. Great garment. With the added value of my sister not being an entitled parasite 😁

I bought the Burberry Oxclose coat this last spring. I’m almost 59 years old, and I love the style. And with the quality and durability, I know this is my last trenchcoat/raincoat I will need to buy! It was a huge splurge but it was also a relief to quit searching for the perfect spring and fall coat. I live in Missouri, U.S. and we have a lot of “middle” weather, and I wanted to look nice during these times of the year. It was indulgent, for sure. But I’m not participating in fast fashion abuses anymore. Really haven’t for a long time as much as possible. Thank you Justine! You are charming and informative and just seem like a nice person.

I bought a gorgeous 1990s Burberry coat with removable lining on eBay for $75 just a few years ago. My trick was to look in the middle of a very hot New York summer. Best money I never spent...

@wallihaley5194

3 жыл бұрын

Jennifer Reed, smart!

I have always wanted a Burberry trench coat! I have tried it on once in the store, and it was the most comfortable trench coat I have ever worn. If I wasn’t broke, that would be so amazing having something like that since I live in rainy Washington.

Men's clothes always seem to have better pockets than women's.

@sinlobo84

3 жыл бұрын

And as for outerwear, they're also warmer!

I have a Barbour jacket and I couldn't be happier with it (I haven't tried Burberry)

I really love how informative and complete those videos are! It is also nice to learn what to look for in a garment and seeing how happy Justine is at the sight of a good sewing technique and a good quality of clothing is a delight

Would you do a "tell the difference/identify" video for scarves? Telling the difference between an Hermés authentic vs fake, identifying when there is no tag, etc.

Love these style of videos from you! Very useful for when I am sewing or buying items, things I wouldn't know to notice

Justine is an absolute delight to listen to when she's talking about garments and qualities on fabrics

I really love your videos where you let us learn more about the craft behind fashion. Through your expert eyes you let us see details we wouldn't pick up - that's what I find very appealing.

I am so excited to see a new video from you! I always learn loads from your videos! Thank you! :)

the Burberry coat is stunning, I would like to find a similar one the next time I go thrifting

I love vintage coats! I also love Justine's genuine appreciation of a well sewn garment.

I purchased a used Burberry trench years ago and I still think it’s beautiful. I saved for it and it’s the only trench I’ve ever owned. Last year, I added a couple of jackets from Barbour to my wardrobe, both bought on sale, and I am extremely happy with the value and quality of them. I feel great in all my pieces because they were thoughtful purchases and I would recommend the brands to anyone in the market for similar items. Thank you, Justine, for these excellent tips! I’ll know what to look for next time 😊

this video was so needed! for me it’s a no brainer. the second hand burberry is the way to go.

i got my two favorite vintage burberry coats (beige and olive) a couple of years ago and i still can't get over how much different garments were just 30 years ago. the work and the material is exquisite. not to mention the cut - so rare to find long coats (most stop mid-thigh) and raglan sleeves on men's coats these days. luckily plenty of well-preserved vintage ones feature both of these traits 🧥

Several years ago I got myself a vintage Burberry lined trench coat for 90€ and it's the best ! I highly recommend getting vintage trench coats. I'm an outerwear designer, so I really appreciate the quality and details. Thank you Justine for sharing this interesting video. It helps so many people!

Sewing is my hobby, so your details on stitching and construction are very much appreciated! 💕💕💕

Great educational video of how to choose the suitable trench coat... thanks Justine

Hey Justin. Happy to see you!

I was so lucky to find a Burberry several years ago thrifted. It's one of my most wonderful finds. It looks better with age. Thank you Justin, for your amazing expertise!! Love!!

I really liked the educated comparison and the twist at the end with the prices!! It somehow changes the way of seeing these things! Thank you!

Thanks for the informative video (as always)💛 learning so much on what to look out for and on why these Burberry coats are so expensive!

I really love how details these reviews are! So informative! But the prices of Burberry aren’t just cause of the finishing/COO etc. They’re more than anything a product of the status of the brand as a luxury brand. It didn’t cost Burberry 20 times the price to produce their trench coats compared to Cos but they charge 20 times more! I think Barbour is the best option as they specialise in outerwear and they’re not positioned as a luxury brand. If you don’t have access to second hand luxury brands cause not everyone does! X

@kayallen7603

2 жыл бұрын

Barbour is the coat of choice for farmers and outdoorsmen in the UK. Such clients want quality for their money.

@bernadettegraham5293

Жыл бұрын

You can also send a Barbour back to be rewaxed or repaired. The charges are very reasonable.

I love Barbour jackets.... the feel, the smell. I got one for my husband and one for my father in-law.... they both loved it!

5:32 I love how excited you got to look at the inside of the coats! I got excited to see too! 😁

Not me learnign at the age of 25 that tortoise shell isn't a pattern in plastic, but actual animal 😮 (I mean, I assume my £55 glasses frames are 100% plastic, I just assumed it was named after how it looked, not what it traditionally was!)

@seabreeze4559

3 жыл бұрын

now I'm wondering if my expensive tortoiseshell glasses are made of actual tortoise.... :s they seem plastic but they were hundreds

@laliday

3 жыл бұрын

Most glasses are plastic as are buttons. Perhaps vintage frames and buttons are tortoise.

@tomjones2157

3 жыл бұрын

@@seabreeze4559 Your glasses frames are cheap plastic. If they were real tortoise shell they would be thousands. Probably 10's of thousands. No glasses company is going to kill a bunch of tortoises for you.

@janeseemann2527

3 жыл бұрын

@@seabreeze4559 manufacturers don’t use actual tortoise shell anymore, thank God. Barbaric practice that needed to cease.

@IzumiCurtiss

3 жыл бұрын

@@tomjones2157 ok but why are you so rude.

Your notification popped up on my phone just as I was heading off to bed so I watched it (of course). I have learned so much over the years from your videos. Now I research and examine items more closely before purchasing. As a direct result, I would much rather wait and save to buy quality these days, or preloved/secondhand, over any fast fashion items. It most certainly helps to know what to look for, many thanks Justine. One of your Australian supporters 😊💓

@justineleconte

3 жыл бұрын

good night ;-D

@katem3961

3 жыл бұрын

@@justineleconte 😊

I love this video! Thanks for explaining in detail the kinds of markers of quality to watch for.

I do look at quality of construction and materials but can't afford commercially made quality most of the time. I wore good quality hand-me-down coats (from family) in my youth and have made my own winter coats since I was in my early twenties (I'm 67 now). Canadian winters require good quality and the best coat I ever had was made by an Inuit person and originally gifted to my sister. I still have it for the most bitterly cold days. I really appreciate that you take the time to provide this kind of information to consumers. Thank you.

Hi Justine, I love your videos! I think that vintage is always the way to go, not only does it save money, but it’s also more sustainable. I would rather pay more for a well made, sustainable used piece than for a new one, especially if the new one is not fair trade. Thank you for educating us. ❤️❤️

Watching from Ireland.🇮🇪🇫🇷 Another great video!! Thank you.😍💝💖 You're a born fashion lecturer, Justine.💕💖 👩‍🎓👗👖🧥🤩

Thank you for the comparison. You made great points. I personally love shopping preloved, most of my clothing, shoes & accessories were obtained that way. The quality for the money ratio is unbeatable. Also, Burberry trench coats are very lovely. Outerwear, shoes and handbags are the things where the money spent on them really shows.

Never go wrong with Barbour! I love my Bedale so much.

I just looked at Burberry trench coats in store this weekend. They felt good quality but I was a bit underwhelmed for the price, they didn't wow me any more than a mid-high range good quality trench would. I think I will buy one second hand though, more worth $1000 to me than $2000.

I used to buy trench coats every year, until 3 year ago, when I invested in my classic Burberry. It will be my last one...is was an investment I will say, and a good one for me

Thank you for this wonderful video, Justine. It is so important to be reminded (or learn) to distinguish good from bad quality these days. One small detail to add: the small inner buttons on the burberry coat are not just for optical reasons. My grandma taught me the absolute basics of mending clothes by hand, and she taught me to always add these so called counter or stay buttons to heavy duty clothes because they prevent the buttons from ripping off too easily.

I have a vintage chocolate brown Barbour and it is lovely. I bought mine pre- loved for around £100 and I think it will last my lifetime. .....as long as I don’t put on more lockdown weight! These videos are so good, thank you very much 🌞

That was so interesting to watch. It would be fun to learn about something like a blazer or dress in a few price points to see where your money goes. Thanks for such an informative video!

I'd love if you did a video on expensive brands that destroy unsold clothes (as opposed to marking down). How much do they actually waste and how much mire do people pay for clothes because it has to cover what ends up being destroyed. What brands do this? I love quality and all, but don't want to contribute to waste.

@WouldntULikeToKnow.

3 жыл бұрын

Good question!

@seriouslyinsanediva

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Excellent question

@deniseweaver107

3 жыл бұрын

Agree

@alix4231

3 жыл бұрын

yes, please!

@KRTLyfe

Жыл бұрын

Brands across all ends of the economic spectrum do this. Search for DW fast fashion, they investigated the fast fashion industry. The most shocking thing to me was the amount of clothing H&M/Zara etc make that go directly to a land fill… brand new clothes never sold never worn… directly to the land fill. I don’t know what’s worse LV/ Burberry destroying old stock or H&M/ Zara doing the same??? It’s all about controlling the market and planned obsolescence a business practice that goes back to the 1920s Almost every manufacturer of any product you can think of is guilty of this, from clothes computers ,cars, appliances. To me the biggest difference between a Burberry coat vs a H&M coat is… the chances of the Burberry coat going to a landfill post consumer purchase is exponentially lower due to perceived value. In fact, before I buy any “luxury” product I check the used resale market prices. By doing so I can estimate my projected loss or gain after wearing the item for a few years. Some items I have lost a little money on some items I have made really good money. What matters most is that the item didn’t go to a land fill and it’s service life continues with a new owner.

So much wonderful information that I was unaware of in this video, you are amazing Justine! I have had that 'is this a straight jacket I'm trying to put on?' feeling - yet I knew the jacket should fit - and now I know why! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us, I look forward to seeing more of your videos, you are so lovely.

Got myself a new Burberry a few years ago, got it adjusted in shoulders and arms by Burberry for free - so now it is the one coat the completely fits me. After several attempts with more price conscious brands that never fit me completely...I'd say it is my one true investment piece of clothing. A good one. Great explanation video, how the price differences happen. Thank you.

Vintage coats are so easy to find and such good quality in general in my experience. Also I love heavy coats for winter, I have a 70s one I stole from my grandma that is like a 2kg at least and it is very comfortable and warm

Hi Justine, I do seek out vintage - often from my Mom’s extensive closet, because the quality and craftsmanship is wonderful - I have not been much of a fast fashion girl ( though the pieces I have bought are still worn several years later) - but even the high street brands (eg. Cos, Banana Republic) have significantly decreased their quality over time to have more frequent sales - it’s difficult to find that quality middle price point😔

@metalporkchop

3 жыл бұрын

So true. I used to love Banana Republic, and still have pieces from 20+ years ago, but I stopped shopping there a few years back because the quality became ridiculous. In 2016 I reordered the same dress 4x, and don't know how any of them past quality control.

@GhostofMrsMuir1443

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. The middle seems to be hollowing out leaving only the very expensive and very cheap. Kind of like the middle class.

@metalporkchop

3 жыл бұрын

@@GhostofMrsMuir1443 Even some designer brands are cutting corners, so really you're just paying for the name at that point.

@alix4231

3 жыл бұрын

So true!

Love this kind of videos, Justine! Very educational as aways❤️

I have two Barbour jackets and for me they are comfortable, practical and tailored in a way that is both stylish and flattering on me. High quality jackets that didn’t break the bank! Love your videos!!

I think a Trench coat is really worth the investment if you have the money. It is timeless and the cost per wear will go down over time. It is even something to be handed down to the next generation! Great video as always 😊

I have a second hand quilted Barbour and I love it! Want to buy a trench one next winter.

OOOOO I love how well you inform us to make better choices

I waited almost 8 years to allow myself to buy a Burberry trench coat. I wouldn’t even try on other trench coats, because I knew I would never justify buying a Burberry after that, so I waited. It’s an amazing piece of clothing, the comfort level is just great. The pockets are huge, they hold so much and never look bulky. The small details like the hook on the front, the gun flap, the neck strap... everything was designed for the military and is still very useful and cool today. The fit is so good, the garment is ... lush, it gives an exquisite feeling, that is worth every penny!

Raglan sleeves are an essential point for me. They are more comfortable in outerwear. Otherwise there are 2 layers of seams at the shoulders which become too bulky. Set-in sleeves are fine for dresses or blouses, but not on jackets or coats, imo.

@tomjones2157

3 жыл бұрын

Raglan sleeves are good on wider bigger shoulders if you have the volume to fill them out. But they are too heavy, bulky and uncomfortable on smaller shoulders shoulders. Smaller shoulders suit tailored cuts.

@katielagreca3628

2 жыл бұрын

Oh gosh, I'm quite narrow at the shoulders and I much prefer a raglan cut coat! I find as with the above comment there's much less bulk especially in Winter when I need to layer. So interesting reading through such differing opinions!

I loved that you smiled when you realised you made an unintended pun with the COS coat and it's production price. Love and aporeciate your work Ms Leconte!!

Thanks Justine, love these videos, always informative and interesting

I bought a vintage Aquascutum trench last year and it’s brilliant. Dry cleans like new and has a removable lining

Love your reverse engineering approach to clothes, Justine 👍

As i have a the same Barbour jacked since more than 20 jeans I would love to have the Burberry in olive as the vintage one.

Love all your videos and I LOVE how long your hair is now. I've been watching your videos for two years and always very well researched and informative. Merci .

I bought a Burberry trench coat (kids size 14 bc I am petite) in 2008 and I still have it today and it looks in perfect condition. I have worn it traveling and living abroad on 3 continents. It has been through all the disruptive weather and washing machines, and it still looks so new. Thank you for this informative video, Justine. I paused the video half way and ran up to my closet to look at it and it has all the hallmarks of the Burberry trench- the buttons, the extra fabric on the lining, the leather buckles (all things I never really looked at before)! Now I treasure my old trench more than ever, especially now that the same trench in kids' size 14 costs $990USD and I got mine in 2008 for $475USD!

Years ago I went shopping with the intention of buying a Burberry trench for work. I also tried on a Nippon trench which was every bit as nice and had a beautiful zip out wool lining. At that time, it was a nicer trench all the way around. It came down to price and the privilege of paying a premium for the signature Burberry lining. I bought the Nippon-it was a great trench.

@Remy310

2 жыл бұрын

There is a small shop called Da Vinci on Sanjyo street in Kyoto close to Teramachi street. They used to supply fabrics to Burberry Gucci etc. They make very nice trench coats with variety of colors with a fraction of the price of Burberry. If u ever visit Kyoto I would recommend to visit the shop

I'd be interested to see if the new Burberry is constructed as well as the vintage. I would definitely buy either vintage option if they were available in my size

I appreciate so much your detailed evaluation. I’m in the process if buying a vintage piece. Thank you!!!