CLOTHING

Why Do So Many Products Come With ‘Do Not Eat’ Packets?

And what happens if you chow down on one anyway?

Items from one of your favorite sitcoms will be auctioned off soon.

Props and Memorabilia From ‘Friends’ Are Headed to Auction for the Show’s 30th Anniversary

Julien’s Auctions and Warner Bros. will be there for you during the Friends Memorabilia auction on September 23.

Do You Really Need to Separate Your Laundry?

Thanks to modern technology, you don’t usually need to separate your laundry—though it can still be beneficial in certain cases.

Take the hassle out of pulling fresh clothes out of your washing machine.

The Right Way to Clean Your Washing Machine

Yes, you should clean your washing machine monthly. Here's how.

Next time, do yourself a favor and throw on a pair before you hop in the shower.

The Not-So-Slippery Origins of Shower Shoes

The German national soccer team was looking for shoes to wear in the shower to prevent athlete’s foot. Adidas founder Adi Dassler offered an innovative solution: shower shoes.

Blue jeans can be an important forensic tool.

Jean Theory: How the FBI Has Solved Crimes Using Denim

The distinctive wear patterns on your Levi's could put you behind bars.

Why Does One Volleyball Player Wear a Different Color Than Their Teammates?

Volleyball doesn’t have goalkeepers, but it does have liberos—and the rules are a little different for them.

Chris Kelly and Chris Smith of Kris Kross.

When Kriss Kross Launched a Backward Clothing Trend

Featuring rappers Chris “Mac Daddy” Kelly and Chris “Daddy Mac” Smith, Kris Kross rose to international fame with their infectious 1992 debut single, “Jump.” The duo rocked mega-baggy jeans, baseball caps, and oversized sports jerseys—all worn backward.

The 15 Most Bizarre Items Found in Lost Luggage in 2023

Opening a piece of unclaimed baggage could mean finding some shoes, or it could mean finding live snakes.

Dig into deeper discounts on lawn care essentials this April.

What to Buy In April—Plus What You Should Probably Skip

Searching for the best discounts in April? From Wayfair's Way Day sale to spring sales events at The Home Depot and Lowe's, this month can get be a great time to save on lawn care essentials, home goods, and more.

Just try not to get the bottoms all wet.

A Brief History of JNCO Jeans

When were JNCO jeans popular and how did they come to be? Discover more about the history of these ultra wide-legged pants and why they were created in the first place.

A bouquet of red roses probably isn't your best purchase come February.

What to Buy In February—Plus What You Should Probably Skip

Shopping for the best bargains in February? From TVs to Presidents Day sales, here’s what to buy—and what to avoid—this month.

10 of the Best Laundry Products That Will Make Cleaning Clothes Easier

From sock locks to hedgehog-shaped dryer balls, these laundry essentials make it easier to clean your clothes.

Now you can trim your tree with the Sentinel Sphere from 'Phantasm'

Deck the Halls With Gore and ‘80s Throwbacks With These Horror-Themed Christmas Ornaments

Middle of Beyond offers holiday ornaments, ugly Christmas sweaters, and more inspired by your favorite '70s and '80s horror classics, including "Evil Dead 2," "Phantasm," and others.

Calling All ‘90s Kids: Homage Is Your One-Stop Shop for Cool Pop Culture T-Shirts

There are Homage t-shirts for every corner of pop culture, from Nickelodeon and the Garbage Pail Kids to Guy Fieri and beyond.

How and when to wash jeans is a debate for the ages.

How Often Should You Wash Your Jeans? The Levi's CEO Has an Answer

Some denim devotees never wash. Others find that disgusting. The head of Levi's weighs in.

This technique will keep folding T-shirts from feeling like a chore.

How to Fold a T-Shirt in Less Than 3 Seconds

If you dread putting your laundry away, use this trick to fold your T-shirts in three seconds or less.

The Riveting Reason Blue Jeans Have Those Little Metal Studs Over the Pockets

If you’re wearing jeans, you’ll probably spot some tiny metal rivets surrounding the front pockets. Like a lot of details in life, we’ve become accustomed to seeing them. So why are they there?

All the Oscar-Winning Costume Designs From the Last 20 Years, Illustrated

The Academy Award for Best Costume Design doesn’t *always* go to a period drama.

Why the Color of Your Underwear Matters on New Year’s Eve

New Year's Eve can feel like a statement of intent. And for some, the color of your underwear can play a vital role in shaping the next 12 months of your life.

You’re probably using too much laundry detergent.

How Much Laundry Detergent You Should Really Be Using

The common advice is to fill the detergent cap up to the line, but even that may be excessive.

You Can Now Shop at Goodwill Online

Bargain hunters can now comb through an online inventory of more than 100,000 items like clothing and books.

Spot the Black Bowtie in This Wedding-Themed Puzzle

If you’ve been attending weddings this year nonstop, you should ace this hidden-image puzzle.

Forget these ’90s-era fashion staples? As if!

9 Fashion Trends From the ’90s That Are Still All That and a Bag of Chips

From Mom jeans to plaid everything, these fashion trends from the ’90s aren't just retro—they're making a big comeback.