Journal ยท Alex FolziAugust 2026
The Journal
Notes on fit, closets, and craft. Written plainly. No hype, no guarantees, no body-shame.
Fit & Sizing3 notes
What "True to Size" Reviews Actually Tell You, and What They Cannot
Shoppers rely on "true to size" ratings to make decisions. Here is what that phrase measures, what it misses, and how to read it more precisely.
Alex Folzi Editorial3-min read
Reading a Size Chart Like a Patternmaker: Garment Measurements Versus Body Measurements
Most size charts list body measurements. Most garments are cut larger. Knowing the difference changes how you shop, tailor, and size a collection.
Alex Folzi Editorial3-min read
Same Size, Different Fit: Vanity Sizing, Block Drafting, and What a Measurement Actually Means
A size 10 at one brand pulls across the shoulders. A size 10 at another hangs loose. Here is why, and what to do about it.
Alex Folzi Editorial3-min read
What this is
Field notes on garment fit, wardrobe craft, and honest measurement practice. Buyer-facing lessons only. No body-shame, no invented accuracy claims.