High heat = heavy-duty drying. Use the “Regular” or “Heavy Duty” setting for sturdy items like towels and jeans. Medium heat = wrinkle-fighting. “Permanent Press” settings apply medium heat with a ...

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Fabric softener is notoriously divisive. In fact, when we interviewed Rich Handel, a test project leader at Consumer Reports who specializes in laundry, about the things he would never do as a laundry ...

“Buy less and buy better” has become a common refrain in fashion’s sustainability movement. With that in mind, you may find yourself asking: how many clothes do I need, exactly? “We’re consuming more ...

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Adding to your wardrobe may get more expensive in the coming months. Although the newly-announced tariffs have been paused for the time being on most countries, once the impact hits, the effects will ...