// SELVEDGE

SELVEDGE / The main process in constructing a superior fabric during manufacturing; it is an edge that is woven onto fabric during production that prevents the fabric from unraveling.

The selvedge process began in the late 1800's on narrow looms - producing a natural edge that prevents fabric from unraveling after being worn. Lesser quality denim does not use the selvedge process. Brands that use the quantity over quality method use larger looms* that leave thread with loose ends after production. 

* Hint: larger looms allow for decreased production time, increasing a brand's financial gain -
   (thus quantity over quality).

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