https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:57:53 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality/page/2#post-1146815 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 20:25:57 +0000 Alassë 1146815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aravon New Balance shoes<br />Columbia fleece (gear)<br />JcPenney Worthington pencil skirts<br />Eddie Bauer denim, pants, &amp; shorts<br />Land's End polos (gear) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality/page/2#post-1146101 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 02:26:43 +0000 qfbrenda 1146101@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Born shoes</p> <p>Levi jeans</p> <p>Van Heusen button-downs &amp; sweaters, love their outlet, has way more variety than department stores</p> <p>Fossil bags and wallets</p> <p>Landsend ponte knit dresses, t-shirts</p> <p>Eddie Bauer</p> <p>Jones New York</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1146076 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 01:48:08 +0000 Mia 1146076@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These brands have been good in my experience although the last tops from DKNY are not up to snuff so they are on "probation"</p> <p>Calvin Klein socks&nbsp;<br />DKNY (dresses especially)<br />Hugo Boss&nbsp;<br />James Jeans<br />Miu Miu shoes/boots&nbsp;</p> <p>I have some ancient Versace and the quality is amazing. &nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1146010 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 00:24:39 +0000 JayS 1146010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's my list:<br />Donald Pliner - I have boots and heels that are going strong<br />Chie Mihara shoes - pricey but so unique and comfortable<br />Gentle Souls shoes - heavenly comfort and well made<br />Marc by Marc Jacobs handbags - the leather really holds up<br />Pilcro denim - an Anthro brand. They make my favorite jeans.<br />Soma - disappearing edge undies. No vpl and they hold up well.<br />Soma - cool nights sleepwear. Love these..I sleep hot.<br />Tsubo shoes - have 5+ pairs and they are all going strong.<br />Theory silk blouses - love these.<br />They aren't available anymore, but I've been blown away by the quality of the Missoni for Target items. The knitwear has worn extremely well. Wish their other designer lines were made as well.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145971 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 23:24:46 +0000 Mo 1145971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As I just finished laundry it dawned on me - how could I forget the Arizona tees from JCPenney?? &nbsp;I bought 3 or 4 for the BF probably 5 years ago. &nbsp;He wears them every week. &nbsp;To sleep, to lounge, to layer. &nbsp;And they look brand new. &nbsp;No twisting seams, no holes along seam lines, no fading, no piling. &nbsp;It's absolutely amazing really. &nbsp;Several other brands half self destructed in 1/3 of the time, or much less. &nbsp;And, yeah, they cost $5 each &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145919 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 22:38:17 +0000 Mo 1145919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>yeah, surprisingly, Target stuff does hold up well. &nbsp;My white shorts I wear all the time in summer and wash a LOT are Mossimo Supply Co. &nbsp;I also have the layer tanks Anna linked to. &nbsp;None of these items cost me more than $5 and they are holding strong after several FL summers. &nbsp;<br />My True Religion jeans are all good to go, but I can't say I've ever had jeans split or become holey on me. &nbsp;<br />Some Gap (my ubiquitous purple shorts)&nbsp;and Old Navy stuff (cotton tops &amp; sweaters&nbsp;mostly) is also going strong with high wear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145878 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 21:41:10 +0000 rebekahphoto 1145878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kut jeans<br />dkny--(good for busty, plus size)<br />Eileen Fisher (the generous sizing is a positive here for me)<br />Chantelle lingerie<br />ll bean (gear) &amp; tough mens wear<br />Naot shoes<br />Rockport&nbsp;<br />Sebago boots<br />Frye<br />Vintage Coach--my favorite bag is a domed satchel from their Italian line from the early 90s--it is amazing<br />Anyi lu Heels<br />j crew cashmere </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145655 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 18:06:34 +0000 Thistle 1145655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I need to check out Target! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145649 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 18:02:55 +0000 SandyG 1145649@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Th Aussie brand, I O Merino, has great tanks, tees and hoodies. They get used&nbsp;for active gear, wardrobe workhorses and travel separates, and they're all PERFECT and long lasting. A&nbsp;chunky&nbsp;Juicy cashmere cardigan gets worn hard and looks good after 5 years. It's my only Juicy so I don't know about other items. I run cold and virtually live in these since I found them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145635 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 17:48:23 +0000 Peri 1145635@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all. Wow, lots to check out...I've hardly shopped any of these! What in the world have I been buying?! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145609 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 17:22:51 +0000 kkards 1145609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>great lists, and there are many brands that i haven't heard of, so i'm making a list of brands to check out.</p> <p>on my list <br />clothing jcrew, theory, tory burch, merona (target), vince, micheal starr<br />footwear agl, stuart wietzman, donald pliner </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145601 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 17:16:03 +0000 gryffin 1145601@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Peri - thank you for starting this!! I was thinking of doing that last night!! I think this is the list we really need!!</p> <p>Lucky brand jeans<br /> Peruvian Connection<br /> Merrill clogs<br /> Ariat boots<br /> Uggs (only know - cortonas, belcloud, adirondak, ashdale)<br /> Eileen Fisher<br /> Helmut Lang Jackets (so far very pleased)<br /> Stuart Weitzman<br /> Coach bags<br /> Danskin leggings<br /> JCrew (jackie cotton shell)<br /> Theory<br /> Jeffrey Campbell boots<br /> Aquatalia<br /> La Canadienne<br /> Suzi Roher belts<br /> I'm sure there is more but that's my best for now </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145581 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 16:57:52 +0000 Janet 1145581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Paige Denim<br /> Fossil for belts, bags and boots<br /> Frye<br /> Theory<br /> Aquitalia<br /> Calvin Klein (I have pieces from years ago that are still holding up really well)</p> <p>Those come to mind quickly. I'm probably forgetting some. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145560 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 16:41:26 +0000 Anonymous 1145560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all for these wonderful tips. &nbsp;I will be checking them out in 2014 and hope to has as good luck as you did. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145486 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 15:44:48 +0000 neatnic 1145486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I keep returning to the following for their quality:</p> <p>Ella Moss tops<br />Maeve tops (Anthropologie brand)<br />Madewell booties and belts<br />Rockport boots<br />Everlane sweaters<br />Gap (specific item) Bowery T-shirts<br />Anyi Lu shoes<br />Levis (specific item)&nbsp;Curve ID jeans<br />Hanky Panky (specific item) V-kinis<br />Prima Donna bras<br />Corso Como shoes<br />Hayden Harnett bags</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145457 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 15:25:09 +0000 Classically Casual 1145457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Patagonia has never let me down.&nbsp; Their stuff wears forever.&nbsp; I'm in the 2nd winter of a fake fur jacket made from recycled bottles or something that I think Iron Kurtain originally mentioned.&nbsp; Love it, and it looks good as new.&nbsp; Parkas and other gear items are just as durable.&nbsp; Wish they made more street clothes for women.</p> <p>And, strangely, clothing from Costco can be amazingly good.&nbsp; I bought a lavender v-neck cashmere sweater last winter whose cashmere has been every bit as good as sweaters that were much more expensive.</p> <p>Wish I could also mention mainstream brands, but like everyone else's experience, it's hit and miss. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145445 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 15:21:34 +0000 ironkurtin 1145445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm really fussy about what I buy even within my beloved brands.&nbsp; I've been really pleased with:</p> <p>- Inhabit cotton and cashmere<br />- vintage Helmut Lang<br />- Enza Costa linen<br />- Eileen Fisher (which doesn't fit me anymore, I am actually sad about this)<br />- AG sateen jeans<br />- James Perse knit jackets<br />- Freelance boots<br />- Costume National shoes</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145438 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 15:18:06 +0000 Angie 1145438@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>From my own wardrobe experience:&nbsp;</p> <p>Theory - anything.&nbsp;</p> <p>LAMB Jackets</p> <p>Soia &amp; Kyo Outerwear</p> <p>Dr. Martens</p> <p>J.Crew Coats and Cashmere.&nbsp;</p> <p>Vince Knitwear.&nbsp;</p> <p>Smythe jackets</p> <p>Marc Jacobs jeans, pants&nbsp;and knitwear.</p> <p>Kate Spade pants and bags.</p> <p>Anne Fontaine shirts.</p> <p>J.Brand jeans.&nbsp;</p> <p>AG jeans.&nbsp;</p> <p>DVF blouses.</p> <p>Tory Burch Knitwear.</p> <p>Brooks Brothers shirts.</p> <p>AE Sweats.&nbsp;</p> <p>B.P. Camisoles.</p> <p>Uniqlo Heat Tech Thermals.</p> <p>That's all I can come up with before my second cup of tea. xo</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145394 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 14:54:31 +0000 Emily 1145394@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been pleasantly surprised by the quality of knits from Ricki's (Canadian retailer), particularly their synthetic blends. &nbsp;They are soft and wash/wear well for the price, usually&nbsp;&lt;$40. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145371 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 14:35:16 +0000 Laurinda 1145371@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Clothing can vary on an item to item basis -- and once you know a piece will stand the test of time, they are no longer making the same thing. So&nbsp;I favor stores that stand behind the quality&nbsp;of their&nbsp;merchandise: Kohls, Eddie Bauer,&nbsp;Lands End, LLBean and Nordstrom come to mind.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145193 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 06:18:42 +0000 cciele 1145193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Frye boots. They wear like iron and age wonderfully! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145185 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:29:32 +0000 Carla 1145185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've got some workhorse Jones (of NY) stuff-grey winter man coat, navy sheath dress, straight leg jeans. Lauren (a line of Ralph Lauren) seems to 'get me' and wear well. Also Liz Claiborne and DKNY. I am also enormously happy with my Danier products so far. The most represented line in my closet is a Sears line called Jessica-grey twirly skirt, snow leopard pencil, black pencil with (faux) leather panel, white jean jacket, chambray shirt, LBD and very low CPW for items in high rotation.</p> <p>Franco Sarto has never let me down for sandals and boots. Clark's and Naturalizer for shoes. </p> <p>I tend to be real fussy about fabric content and workmanship (I used to sew a lot) and am a leather snob when it comes to footwear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145172 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:12:45 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1145172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Merona brand from Target. Some of Nordstrom's house brands - Caslon, Halogen, etc. (probably not BP). Classiques Entier, Tahari and T Tahari. Eileen Fisher for sure, some of the house brands at Macy's. They may not be fashion forward but there are some brands at Kohl's which wear like iron in my experience: Chaps, Croft &amp; Barrow, etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145171 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:10:34 +0000 deb 1145171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Peruvian Connection, their layering tees are the best and I have been buying their u-neck 3/4 sleeve cotton tees for years. I wish the came in more cplprs, like they used to. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145146 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 04:25:29 +0000 annagybe 1145146@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not a whole brand but a specific item</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.target.com/p/mossimo-women-s-layering-tank-assorted-colors/-/A-14769943#prodSlot=large_1_26">http://www.target.com/p/mossim.....t=large_1_</a></p> <p>I wear one under my scrubs everyday. Wear once, wash once. They've held up amazing well. </p> <p>ETA I really like ACNE foot wear.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145145 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 04:25:00 +0000 DonnaF 1145145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My Dansko Pros seem pretty indestructible.&nbsp; Leather has worn off the toes, but a coat of shoe polish mostly covers it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145139 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 04:20:01 +0000 Anonymous 1145139@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'll second Susie on most Eileen Fisher. One cashmere sweater has pilled but probably not anymore than most; and some fabrics are delicate and snag too easily. The sizing is inconsistent.<br /> I'm actually happy with the quality of Target, especially Merona. Tees and jeans have held up well. However, my expectations were low.<br /> Classiques Entiere, Kut From the Cloth, Tahari, Hudson jeans and Citizens of Humanity come to mind as good quality. So do Sam Edelman, Ecco, La Canadienne and even MeToo footwear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145095 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 03:35:03 +0000 Suz 1145095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Theory, with two exceptions -- the cut of their new urban stretch trousers, and one sweater I have that pilled inexplicably early on -- although on the plus side, it almost as quickly stopped pilling (i.e. it never got worse than on that first wear and despite that small bit of pilling has proved a&nbsp;durable workhorse item.)</p> <p>&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145092 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 03:34:22 +0000 Susie 1145092@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been pleased with the quality of Eileen Fisher, though many of the pieces are still pretty pricey. </p> <p>For basic long sleeve cotton tees that I wear for layering, I've had good luck with JJill and Eddie Bauer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/flip-sideany-brands-with-consistently-high-quality#post-1145083 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 03:28:27 +0000 lyn* 1145083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been fairly happy with some of the Anthropologie brands - "Moulinette Soeurs" and "Maeve" </p>