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selvage

[sel-vij] / ˈsɛl vɪdʒ /






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“The choices are many, although a straight leg and dark indigo selvage denim is a classic,” says Guy, who particularly likes the pricey but gorgeous Los Angeles label Hiroshi Kato.

From New York Times ● Jun. 28, 2022

Think blazer coats with white overstitching and cut as if to reveal the selvage edge of the fabric.

From New York Times ● Jan. 26, 2022

Then, as you got older, you got those stiff, selvage jeans from A.P.C.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2021

You can also find Japanese selvage denim, Filson shirts and jackets, work boots that look like they’ll last a generation, safety glasses for hazardous manly activities, restored and hand-sharpened vintage axes and motorcycle helmets.

From Washington Post ● Aug. 14, 2019

Must know the bias, selvage, and straight width of goods.

From Scouting For Girls, Official Handbook of the Girl Scouts by Josephine Dodge Daskam Bacon




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