Emma Seymour
Textiles, Paper & Apparel Lab Associate Director
Emma Seymour (she/her) is the associate director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she has led testing for luggage, pillows, towels, tampons and more since 2018. She graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor of science in fiber science and apparel design and a minor in gerontology, completing research in the Body Scanner Lab on optimizing activewear for athletic performance.
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Latest from Emma Seymour
What Is Fast Fashion? How It's Destroying the Environment
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Shop for clothes online with confidence.
7 Best Smart Luggage Options, According to Travel Experts
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21 Best Sustainable Clothing Brands to Help Lessen Your Environmental Impact
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9 Best Reusable Straws, According to Testing
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10 Best Vegan Purses, Reviewed by Experts
They look and feel just like leather, but these affordable bags are actually 100% vegan.
Our Testers Found the 15 Best Bike Shorts for Women to Wear
Both practical and stylish, these trendy shorts are not just for cycling.
The Best Flannel Pajamas for Women Who Want the Coziest Sleep Ever
Cozy and warm, these PJs stand up against even the coldest winter nights.
15 Best Compression Leggings, According to Textile Experts
Avoid post-workout muscle soreness with these comfy, top-selling leggings.
How to Make a Scrunchie in 6 Easy Steps
Our pro teaches you all the tricks to make a trendy DIY scrunchie.