Behind the Seams
Industry insights, brand spotlights, garment construction education, and thoughtful conversations about sustainability and fashion business.
Ethical Fashion Buying: A Practical Guide to Shopping Better
Ethical fashion buying can be practical, affordable, and stylish. Learn how to shop better, read labels, compare costs, ...
Cost Per Wear Calculator: The Smarter Way to Shop for Clothes
Use our cost per wear calculator to see what clothing really costs, compare purchases, and shop with a clearer eye for q...
Small Batch Clothing Brands Worth Knowing in 2025
Small batch clothing brands offer thoughtful design, better materials, and less waste. Here is how to find pieces worth ...
Fashion Industry Insights That Make Shopping Smarter
Fashion industry insights from a former buyer: learn what trends mean, how clothes are made, and where your money is bes...
Garment Construction Basics: How to Shop for Clothes That Last
Garment construction basics can make shopping easier. Learn seams, fabric, fit, and finish so you buy fewer, better clot...
Denver Clothing Brands Worth Knowing Before You Shop
Denver clothing brands worth knowing, from practical outdoor labels to polished local makers. Find what to buy, what it ...
Sustainable Fashion Guide: How to Shop Better Without Losing Your Style
Sustainable fashion guide with practical shopping advice, cost-per-wear math, fabric notes, and realistic ways to dress ...
How to Read Garment Labels Before You Buy or Wash
Learn how to read garment labels without guesswork: decode fibers, care symbols, fit notes, and country-of-origin tags b...
A Buyer's Guide to Reading a Garment Label Like a Pro
After seven years as a Nordstrom buyer, I learned to decode garment labels in seconds. Here’s exactly what to look for —...