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From Venetian Sails to Workshop Aprons: A Material History of Canvas In the 15th-century Republic of Venice, the world’s maritime powerhouse, the sound of the city was the flapping of...

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The Art of Layering: How to Combine Natural Fiber Garments for Maximum Warmth and Style Layering is a time-tested strategy for staying warm and comfortable in a wide range of...

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The Art of Layering: A Material-Science Approach to Dressing for Cold Weather Effective cold-weather dressing is a science of thermal regulation. The goal is to maintain a stable microclimate around...

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The Art of Mending: Visible and Invisible Repair for Natural Fiber Garments Repairing a garment, rather than replacing it, is a fundamental practice of a considered wardrobe. For high-quality garments...