https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:20:48 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413787 Sun, 24 May 2026 19:41:47 +0000 Sal 2413787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s interesting for sure. I have looked up Everlane but not purchased from them - or Quince.</p> <p>I also haven’t bought Shein or Temu. But I certainly have plenty of things made in China. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413773 Sun, 24 May 2026 15:15:17 +0000 kkards 2413773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie- I’ve never heard anything about quince financial situation, and from what I’ve read it’s ownership and how/who actually works for the company is pretty secretive.And of course there’s the fact that they now sell food, and suitcases and &nbsp;furniture &nbsp;But from what I can tell, the spend a lot on marketing, and it’s pretty stealth as well. &nbsp;They have also broadened their focus and will now “rebrand” Quince products with your/any label. &nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413769 Sun, 24 May 2026 14:50:09 +0000 Angie 2413769@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>kkards, </b>interesting! Do you know if Quince is in financial trouble? Shein might buy Quince.</p> <p><b>Irina</b>, soooo agree that Muji and Uniqlo are VERY similar! In fact, I wonder how Muji survives with Uniqlo around &nbsp;Personally, I find Everlane's offerings sufficiently different to Uniqlo and Muji. Not as basic. More colour and pattern. Larger fabric assortment. More attention to design detailing, and of course - as you mentioned - they do shoes, and are more expensive! My clients have better luck at Everlane than at Uniqlo, generally. That said, it might ALL change soon as result of this buy-out.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Ket,</b> thanks for the detailed explanation! Appreciate your point of view. &nbsp;Chip as chips is dead right &nbsp;As for the design integrity - YES! Shein ads frequently come across my screen, and their sense of design can be compelling.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413768 Sun, 24 May 2026 14:36:53 +0000 Irina 2413768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Kkards</b>, I think, the middle ground retail suffered big loses and its market now is less competitive. Other fast fashion giants have their mid level brands like COS and Arket, Massimo Dutti. They do rather well. Maybe SHEIN wants a base for their mid range offerings. And under a different name.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413764 Sun, 24 May 2026 14:00:12 +0000 kkards 2413764@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So I’ve been listening/reading more about the sale this weekend because as someone who works in retail I’m interested in what this says about the general state of the business/market. &nbsp;I I guess for me, I understood why Everlane would be sold -and probably Shein was the only/best offer, but not why Shein &nbsp;would want to buy it. And one of the most interesting things I’ve heard &nbsp;was that Shein wants the data. Now exactly what data, that was a little fuzzy, but if Shein is watching Quinces growth, especially into the US middle class market, and are trying to move/position themselves in that market, then this makes sense.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413751 Sun, 24 May 2026 03:03:20 +0000 whidbeygirl 2413751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>From what I've read Everlane had serious debt problems...and as others have said it's a greenwashing opportunity for Shein. &nbsp;Everlane CEO claims nothing will change...but it's hard to believe that. &nbsp;I haven't purchased from either company but have been curious about Everlane as I read mostly good things here about their clothes.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413744 Sun, 24 May 2026 00:22:02 +0000 Carla 2413744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My first thought? &nbsp;Everyone has their price! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413743 Sun, 24 May 2026 00:05:04 +0000 Jenni NZ 2413743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Irina about “too much stuff for a sustainable brand” being an issue, but then brands are in business to make money and therefore they need to make clothes and get us to buy them! If they truly became more sustainable in terms of making less in an over saturated market then they may not earn anything much and therefore go out of business? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413742 Sat, 23 May 2026 23:50:03 +0000 Irina 2413742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sad but not surprising. I stopped buying from them in the last couple years. I find their products are similar to Uniqlo and Muji but more expensive. With a few exceptions like some shoes and underwear. Also, they over saturated the market, too much stuff for a sustainable brand.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413740 Sat, 23 May 2026 23:31:00 +0000 bj1111 2413740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For now I’ll use it as a opp to pick up a few everlane items. Not convinced the quality will remain even if it does align SHEIN with the overall trend of green washing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413734 Sat, 23 May 2026 23:01:47 +0000 Jaime 2413734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes I have been reading about this too. I have seen plenty of Shein items donated and can usually identify them by the feel. I don't accept them and generally don't put them in the stores (along with Primark and a few other brands). It is sad but not surprising that Everlane sold out. Sorry to be dark, but I assume greenwashing until proven otherwise. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413708 Sat, 23 May 2026 11:29:59 +0000 Debbie 2413708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have seen SHEIN items and they would never darken my door. My granddaughter uses her allowance to purchase them. I cringe at the quality. I have brought Everlane and love the quality. It will be an interesting transition to watch. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413707 Sat, 23 May 2026 11:22:12 +0000 Dee 2413707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find it all a bit sad really, Everlane's majority stake owner was (SURPRISE!) a private equity firm and they are the ones selling to Shein due to faltering sales and a high debt load. I guess its really difficult trying to be a sustainable brand when competing with cheap ultra fast fashion and a consumer market struggling with affordability. What does this means for Everlane going forward? I have no idea, but I have my doubts that it will be all that sustainable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413699 Sat, 23 May 2026 05:34:43 +0000 Star (Lise) 2413699@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not incredibly clued up about these issues. I have mostly shopped second hand for eleven years. I occasionally see a Shein item in the thrift stores and the quality has been horrible. Never seen an Everlane item anywhere. My thought is if Everlane is a company with real integrity would they sell to a company with a rep like Shein? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413687 Sat, 23 May 2026 00:43:50 +0000 Lisa 2413687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not familiar with Shein but I'll be curious to see how the two brands evolve over time. As long quality is good I'd be interested, but if quality is poor I'll look elsewear.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413683 Sat, 23 May 2026 00:09:03 +0000 Ket 2413683@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Angie</b>, I purchased Shein out of curiosity a couple months ago. I purchased a jumpsuit and 2 dresses. The black dress (see photo) was actually quite lovely, but I returned everything. The quality wasn't horrific but it wasn't amazing. (I realize the absurdity of saying that given it's a $20 polyester dress ha!) I would rather spend my money purchasing secondhand, clearance, or sale items. &nbsp;For me it has zip to do with sustainability; I just prefer higher quality items. Though said black dress still calls to me occasionally!! It is a really unusual style I haven't found elsewhere.&nbsp;</p> <div><br /></div><div><b>Shein jewelry </b>is nice for costume! It's not high quality jewelry but I've gotten some amazing looking pieces from Temu and Shein. Their earrings are not hypoallergenic, which bothers my ears after a few days of wearing in a row. Still, I do like using them for fashion/costume jewelry, especially for an event. <u>And cheap as chips!</u></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413682 Fri, 22 May 2026 23:58:20 +0000 Ket 2413682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreed, <b>kkards</b>. How low will they go? :} I think Everlane was cleverly marketed in terms of sustainability. However, I do know a lot of people loved the quality of their items. From a purely marketing standpoint, I agree with <b>Angie</b>: super, duper smart acquisition and business move by Shein! It will be very, very interesting to see how the Everlane quality holds up after acquisition.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413677 Fri, 22 May 2026 23:04:09 +0000 kkards 2413677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Totally sure that Everlane was never as “pure” as they claimed, but how low will Shien drag them? &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413668 Fri, 22 May 2026 22:21:59 +0000 Suz 2413668@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow. It does sound like greenwashing for Shein. I wonder whether they will maintain Everlane's standards and approch -- call me cynical, but it seems unlikely.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413662 Fri, 22 May 2026 21:32:39 +0000 LJP 2413662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's greenwashing, as Angie said, for Shein. &nbsp;And Everlane is apparently not quite as free from controversy as I thought. Can't come up with the source, but I've read a fair bit about it in the last week. &nbsp;I haven't bought from Everlane in a few years, but there is no way I will now. &nbsp;Temu and Shein will never darken my doorway ;).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413660 Fri, 22 May 2026 21:25:18 +0000 Cookie 2413660@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni, at least it’s not Dresss.ly </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413659 Fri, 22 May 2026 21:16:31 +0000 Angie 2413659@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>(Hah!<b> Jenni </b>;) )&nbsp;</p> <p>YES! I saw this a few days ago, <b>kkards</b>. IMO, Shein could do with a very sustainable brand under its umbrella. Like Everlane. The ironic acquisition is strategically brilliant. Green washing for Shein.&nbsp;</p> <p>I continue to support Everlane as long as it has "the goods". Hubs Greg's favourite tees are from Everlane. I just bought a fantastic sweatshirt from Everlane. I have cashmere knitwear from Everlane that is old and fabulous. NO PILLING! Those are the goods I'm after.</p> <p>To your point, it will be interesting to see what will happen to both brands. I have yet to see a Shein item in person. I'm curious! My 21 year old goddaughter who lives in South Africa has friends that buy and wear a lot of Shein items. It works for them!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413658 Fri, 22 May 2026 21:16:14 +0000 Jenni NZ 2413658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just saw an ad again. They can’t spell: “Shein capsule for confident wifes”.<br /> And the AI stylist is called “Dressly”. Alas. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413652 Fri, 22 May 2026 20:36:37 +0000 Carol 2413652@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just saw that, but did not read the article. It doesn't sound good, though the whole world may be watching, putting them on their toes.&nbsp; I wonder if they will put Everlane in a more affordable direction, given their wide reach and production.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413650 Fri, 22 May 2026 20:18:41 +0000 Jenni NZ 2413650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First thought is Oh No! It seems impossible to avoid Shein’s presence, they advertise so heavily, as does the even newer Temu. I have avoided buying from either as the ultra fast cheap nature of the products makes me feel someone is being treated badly somewhere. However when my DD1 brought home 3-4 items for me she got in a clothes swap early last year, one was a black and white Shein jacket which is actually quite nice, although I have not worn it yet. It’s really similar to the black and white swing coat I have, in its pattern, so I guess that’s why she thought I would like it.<br /> I enjoy playing a tile matching game on my phone, and one of the ads is for a Shein “capsule wardrobe” with an AI stylist which the ad claims has 500,000 plus users!? I prefer Angie as a stylist! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm-1#post-2413645 Fri, 22 May 2026 20:01:13 +0000 kkards 2413645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shein buys Everlane, a union of ultrafast fashion and 'affordable luxury' </p> <p><a href="https://www.npr.org/2026/05/22/nx-s1-5825872/shein-buys-everlane" rel="nofollow">https://www.npr.org/2026/05/22.....s-everlane</a></p> <p>Well not 100% sure how to feel about this. On the one hand, despite Everlanes radical transparency claim, I never felt they were. On the other hand I felt like they did deliver quality that was aligned with their retails.<br /> Now I admit I’ve never shopped let alone bought anything from SHEIN, but based on reputation I’m left wondering what this will mean for both brands<br /> Thoughts? </p>