But one should not assume that only silks were traded, or that silks were the most important of all exchanged goods. Since the late 19th century, archaeologists have unearthed textile fragments made of other fibers such as wool, cotton, and hemp from sites around the Taklamakan Desert in Central Asia.

The Silk Road, as it was before being taken down in 2013, no longer exists. However, the dark web is still operating, and most things found on Silk Road are available via various venues. Authorities continue to crack down on illegal operations.

The Silk Road was a digital bazaar for illegal goods and services. Buyers and sellers could only visit the website through a browser called Tor—a network designed to conceal its users' locations. The FBI worked with federal and state partners to find the Silk Road.

Tailors most commonly work for alteration shops and specialty clothing stores that include formal wear like tuxedos or dresses. However, some tailors work in the entertainment industry and create costumes for television shows, movies, plays, concerts, or other performances.