Start with the fabric. Muslin cotton is woven in a loose, open weave, and those gaps are what make it breathable and quick to dry. It also softens with every wash and creases easily; that's simply how the weave behaves, not a flaw. Seams matter just as much as fabric: flat seams sit against the skin instead of rubbing, especially around the neck, armpits and legs. Read what flat seams are and why they matter if you want the full picture. Check too how a brand describes its dyes: a plain, honest description of a child-safe dye tells you more than a vague marketing claim.
Care instructions should be simple and specific, not just 'machine washable.' Ours wash cold on a gentle cycle, then tumble dry low or hang to dry. Skip the fabric softener and skip high heat; both flatten the open weave that makes muslin breathable in the first place. If you're unsure whether muslin can even go in a dryer, how tumble drying affects muslin walks through it directly. A care label that specific is a good sign the seller actually washed and tested the fabric before selling it.
Sizing and return policies say a lot about how much a brand backs its own clothes. Epic runs from newborn up to about four years, and if you're between sizes, our page on whether to size up in muslin clothes walks through it. Vanessa and Bob design every piece here in Bali, and being a small family team means we catch details a bigger company might miss. We ship worldwide with tracked delivery, and unworn items can be returned within 30 days if something doesn't fit.