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
The Dangers of Flushing Even “Flushable” Wipes Down the Toilet
Think twice before you flush a wipe.
Leesa’s Labor Day Sale Is Here—Shop With Our Exclusive Coupon
Our exclusive code gets you an extra $50 off the sale price.
These 7 Beginner Sewing Machines Actually Make Learning to Sew Easier
Learning to sew can be hard. These top-tested machines make it easier.
7 Down Pillows for Soft, Cloud-Like Comfort
Enjoy hotel luxury every night with soft and fluffy pillows.
8 Best Cooling Mattress Pads and Toppers for Hot Sleepers
This is how you make night sweats a thing of the past.
We Tested More Than 40 Pairs of Women’s Underwear to Find the 10 Most Comfortable
Bikini, brief, or thong—we have a style for your preferences.
GH Seal Spotlight: Glad ForceFlex MaxStrength LeakGuard Garbage Bags
These trash bags use innovative materials to help prevent leaks and odors.
I Tested 68 Cooling Blankets–These Were the Best for Hot Sleepers
After testing almost 70 blankets, these cooling styles helped improve consumer testers' sweatier nights.
11 Best Bathrobes That'll Make You Feel Like You're a Luxurious Spa
We love these plush fleece, lightweight cotton, silk, and waffle robes.
My Honest Review of Rothy's Flats
The brand’s signature knitted fabric is breathable and comfortable.
My Honest Review of the Viral Bogg Bag After a Week at the Beach
It’s 100% waterproof and helps keep the sand at the beach—not your home or car.
I Tried Lululemon's Most Popular Pieces to See What's Worth the Hype
Not every item performed equally IMO.