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What GAO Found; Formaldehyde in Textiles
The health risk of greatest concern associated with formaldehyde in clothing — allergic contact dermatitis — stems from dermal exposure. A form of eczema, allergic contact dermatitis affects the immune system and produces reactions characterized by rashes, blisters, and flaky, dry skin that can itch or burn. more »
Art By the Yard at the Textile Museum; Find Stylish Items at the Museum Shop
As Britain’s design industry was regaining momentum, Lucienne Day, Jacqueline Groag and Marian Mahler dared to offer a fresh approach to textile design in an era dominated by male professional artists. Believing that “good design” should be available for everyone, their products shaped the national aesthetic and continue to offer artistic inspiration and delight today.Explore the Museum's shop stylish items, including miniature quilt pins more »
Too Much of a Good Thing
Every morning, I spend at least five minutes trying to decide which shoes to wear — and nine times out of ten I simply don the ones I wore the day before. I’m retired. I don’t have to impress anyone, so what does it matter? Later, if I decide to get some exercise, I have to choose among several pairs of sneakers, some with designer logos (again, I’m ashamed to confess), depending on whether I plan to hike, jog, use my stationary bike, or simply take a leisurely walk; because nowadays, each activity requires different footware. more »
Current Reading, Plus-Size Wars
Ginia Bellafante has written an article long waited for, a review of the "little effort to reflect the realities of the customers' proportions." Perhaps manufacturers and advertisers might notice the ever-enlarging numbers of clothes left on the rack at the end of the season, , seemingly designed for the tween population rather than the women who could only imagine the clothing on their 13 year olds, rather than themselves. more »
