Explainer

The vocabulary of quality, defined carefully. Understanding what separates a $90 cashmere sweater from a $600 one starts here.

Terms like full canvas, two-ply, and grade A get used loosely in listings and precisely by the people who make the garments. The difference matters, because it is usually the thing determining whether a piece is worth its asking price. Each explainer defines one term properly, then shows what it looks like in a real listing and how it should move what you are willing to pay.