Made in NYC: Behind-the-Scenes “Real luxury is about time, detail, and craftsmanship.”— Ralph Lauren In today’s fashion industry, where most garments are produced overseas, choosing to manufacture locally offers a unique level of care and transparency. At Nora Gardner, we work directly with pattern makers, fabric cutters, and production teams to ensure quality at every step of the process. Local production also allows us to uphold ethical and sustainable business practices. Keeping manufacturing in New York City helps reduce our environmental footprint, supports fair labor standards, and makes it easy for us to visit the factories in person to check on production and capture behind-the-scenes content. For industries such as banking, law, or finance, classic shades like black and navy are recommended. These colors project sophistication, making them ideal for more traditional work environments. Styles like the Alanna Blazer, Alyssa Dress, and Sleeved Evelyn Dress, available in both colors, are wardrobe staples. We’re intentional about avoiding overproduction, which has become increasingly rare with the rise of fast fashion. Because we produce everything locally and track every component ourselves—from hook and eye closures to size tags—we’re able to make informed decisions about which styles and sizes to create based on our customers’ needs and preferences. Our collections follow a seasonal structure, with drops for Fall, Holiday, Spring, and Summer, allowing us time to consider each design and colorway carefully. Producing locally also means using high-quality materials and construction methods that ensure they are made to last and designed with longevity in mind. Our pieces are designed to be timeless and to be worn for years. Concept Direction Maria Consuelo SastreWritten by Dylan Blackman
Made in NYC: Behind-the-Scenes “Real luxury is about time, detail, and craftsmanship.”— Ralph Lauren In today’s fashion industry, where most garments are produced overseas, choosing to manufacture locally offers a unique level of care and transparency. At Nora Gardner, we work directly with pattern makers, fabric cutters, and production teams to ensure quality at every step of the process. Local production also allows us to uphold ethical and sustainable business practices. Keeping manufacturing in New York City helps reduce our environmental footprint, supports fair labor standards, and makes it easy for us to visit the factories in person to check on production and capture behind-the-scenes content. For industries such as banking, law, or finance, classic shades like black and navy are recommended. These colors project sophistication, making them ideal for more traditional work environments. Styles like the Alanna Blazer, Alyssa Dress, and Sleeved Evelyn Dress, available in both colors, are wardrobe staples. We’re intentional about avoiding overproduction, which has become increasingly rare with the rise of fast fashion. Because we produce everything locally and track every component ourselves—from hook and eye closures to size tags—we’re able to make informed decisions about which styles and sizes to create based on our customers’ needs and preferences. Our collections follow a seasonal structure, with drops for Fall, Holiday, Spring, and Summer, allowing us time to consider each design and colorway carefully. Producing locally also means using high-quality materials and construction methods that ensure they are made to last and designed with longevity in mind. Our pieces are designed to be timeless and to be worn for years. Concept Direction Maria Consuelo SastreWritten by Dylan Blackman