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It’s fair to assume that the dry cleaning professionals handling your laundry are doing more than you could at your own home, but what exactly happens during the dry cleaning process? If you’ve ever asked yourself, “what is dry cleaning, anyway?”, this article is for you. Keep reading to find out! What Does “Dry Cleaning” Mean? In the strictest definition, “dry cleaning” is the process of cleaning clothing or fabric items without using water. Dry cleaning is “dry” because the cleaning occurs through the use of non-water based solvents instead of traditional H2O. Your clothing still gets wet, but “dry”...

Low-paid workers producing clothes for Lululemon in Bangladesh say they endured physical abuse and regular humiliation from their managers, according to an investigation by the Guardian. One worker said she was violently slapped for leaving work early on a day when she was sick. Others described managers calling female workers “sluts” or “prostitutes,” as well as instances of physical abuse. A male worker said men at the factory were beaten and mistreated too. The workers also faced intense pressure to hit production targets that resulted in them working long hours without rest or breaks for meals. The allegations, which Lululemon...

It’s fair to assume that the dry cleaning professionals handling your laundry are doing more than you could at your own home, but what exactly happens during the dry cleaning process? If you’ve ever asked yourself, “what is dry cleaning, anyway?”, this article is for you. Keep reading to find out! What Does “Dry Cleaning” Mean? In the strictest definition, “dry cleaning” is the process of cleaning clothing or fabric items without using water. Dry cleaning is “dry” because the cleaning occurs through the use of non-water based solvents instead of traditional H2O. Your clothing still gets wet, but “dry”...

A small bedroom is a delicate ecosystem, often teetering on the edge of total chaos. After ping-ponging from coast to coast, and from one tiny apartment to another, I’ve learned the value of doing regular audits to keep my stuff under control. (Pre–Marie Kondo, my purges were out of necessity, not to spark joy.) But the experience has also made me a master at efficiently storing what I own. Some of my small bedrooms have also doubled as living rooms, offices, and a nursery, making space-saving, double-duty gear even more essential. It may feel counterintuitive to add more stuff to...

We love it when this happens. It's rare, but sometimes what is good for us (and for the planet) is also the most stylish choice. For eons, 'going green' meant sacrificing good taste or at least skipping some of the most fun and convenient purchases. However, recently, design trends and eco-friendly values have collided in a palette of neutral colors and natural textures we adore. We're drooling for the fridges below - all plastic-free - and filled with bits of inspiration that elevate moments in the kitchen and inspire us to eat more whole food ingredients. We put together this...