Construction
Inside a Jacket Lining: What It Does and Where It Shows
Inside a jacket lining, seams, vents and sleeve finishes reveal how the garment is assembled, how it moves and what to…
The reading room
All pieces
Explore Clear Fashion Journal by subject: from the seams and fabrics that shape a garment to the customs, care and history that give clothing meaning.
Materials
Linen, Twill and Jersey: Three Different Kinds of Drape
Compare linen, twill and jersey by how each hangs, folds and moves, so you can describe fabric drape clearly and…
Fashion History
When Clothes Became Ready-to-Wear
When clothes became ready-to-wear, standard sizes changed how garments were made and fitted. Learn why this shift…
Care
The Care-Label Myth: One Symbol Does Not Explain the Whole Garment
Care-label symbols make more sense when read together. Learn how to check each instruction, spot restrictions and…
Dress Codes
How to Read a Wedding Invitation’s Dress Code
Learn how to read a wedding invitation dress code, separate formality from personal choices and choose an outfit that…