Field notes / Cloth and time

The Journal

Practical notes for wearing, reading and caring for clothes with a past.

06 July 2026 / 4 minute read

A better way to read vintage sizing

The number on an old label is a clue, not a conclusion. Measurements tell the useful story.

28 June 2026 / 5 minute read

A small square of woven type can reveal fibre, place, maker and sometimes an entire era.

19 June 2026 / 6 minute read

Gentle habits keep older garments in rotation without turning your wardrobe into a museum.