Recent Essays
The Buyer's Eye
Expert insights into garment quality, construction, fabric, pattern grading, and brand evaluation from a former Nordstrom children's buyer. Practical knowledge for discerning parents.
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Kids' Strawberry Print Backpack: The Toddler-Friendly School Bag Kids Actually Want to CarryThe Kids' Strawberry Print Backpack is a canvas shoulder bag with a fresh strawberry print...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Oct 15, 2026
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How to Choose a Bathing Suit Newborn Can Wear ComfortablyShopping for a bathing suit newborn? Learn how to choose soft, safe, sun-smart swimwear wi...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Oct 21, 2026
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How to Choose a Newborn Snow Hat That Feels Soft, Safe, and BeautifulNewborn snow hat guide for choosing soft, secure winter coverage. Learn about fit, fabric,...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Oct 19, 2026
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How to Style a Strawberry Outfit That Still Feels Like Your ChildFind a strawberry outfit for a child with a thoughtful eye for color, texture, and play. D...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Oct 17, 2026
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How to Choose a Newborn Winter Hat With Style and SenseFind a newborn winter hat with the right warmth, fit, and quiet beauty. Learn what to look...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Oct 15, 2026
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Newborn Hats: Choosing the First Little Layer with a Buyer’s EyeNewborn hats deserve more than a quick purchase. Learn how to choose soft, safe, beautiful...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Oct 15, 2026
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Baby Hat: Choosing One With Comfort, Character, and Quiet StyleBaby hat guidance from a former kids' buyer: learn how to choose breathable fabrics, a com...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Oct 12, 2026
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Three Children's Boutiques I Love — and Exactly What I'd Buy at EachA former Nordstrom buyer shares three favorite independent children’s boutiques and her sp...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Jul 27, 2026
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The Hand-Me-Down Audit: What Survives Three Kids and WhyAfter three children and countless hand-me-downs, here’s what actually lasts — the brands,...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Jul 26, 2026
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Why One T-Shirt Costs $12 and Another Costs $48A former Nordstrom kids’ buyer breaks down exactly why similar-looking t-shirts can have d...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Jul 25, 2026
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The Difference Between 'Cute' and 'Well-Made' — in 5 SeamsA former Nordstrom kids’ buyer breaks down how just five types of seams reveal whether a g...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Jul 23, 2026
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What I Looked for in a Kids' Garment Before It Ever Hit the FloorFormer Nordstrom kids’ buyer reveals the seven non-negotiable checks she made on every gar...
Camille NashThe Buyer's Eye
Jul 22, 2026
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