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
Inside Good Housekeeping’s Pillow Testing Process
A behind-the-scenes look at how our fiber scientists find the best pillows
We Took 15 Towels to the Beach—These Came Out on Top.
Dry off and lounge in the sun with these comfy beach towel picks.
Our Guide to Bed Sizes and Mattress Dimensions
Buying a new bed? Our handy mattress size chart will help you out.
The Truth About “Self-Cleaning” Sheets: Why You Still Need to Wash Them Weekly
No, your sheets cannot wash themselves.
This Is How Often You Should Be Washing Your Bed Sheets
There’s a good chance you’re not cleaning them enough.
The Pillows That Make You Feel Like You're Sleeping in a Luxe Hotel Room Are 48% Off on Amazon
Spoiler alert: It might just help you get a good night's sleep, and it won't break the bank.
Inside the Bed Sheets Testing Process at the Good Housekeeping Institute
We’ve tested 350+ sheet sets following industry standards to find the ones that are durable, soft, and withstand repeated laundering.
5 Best Mattress Protectors, According to Bedding Experts
These top-tested protectors keep your mattress safe from sweat, water, urine, and more.
The Viral Mellanni Sheets Our Bedding Experts Love Are 44% Off on Amazon
They’re budget-friendly favorites among our editors and testers.
I Test Bedding for a Living and I Love to Sleep on These $50 Sheets
I was pleasantly surprised to discover affordable sheets that are 100% cotton and don't sacrifice quality.
Good Housekeeping's 2026 Bedding Awards
The GH Institute Textiles Lab, with feedback from 800+ at-home testers, found the best bedding for better sleep.