In some styles every penny counts. In these all effort is to select the correct fabric, also related to location of manufacturing, prioritizing the correct features, colours, making the most efficient pattern cutting and easy manufacturing yet making sure the quality of the product is never downgraded. Not even after multiple washes. Much of this relates to most of my designs, regardless of pricetag.
I have made a wide range of mid layers ranging from instep styles to top of the range. I have a solid understanding of the role of the mid layer as a layering piece, as a part of a much larger wardrobe and its role as retail therapist. Never underestimate the power of shopping!