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For the children?

In public policy debates, people often invoke “the children” or “future generations” to push their points. Sometimes they’re sincere, sometimes not, but there is an underlying truth that what we do now will have profound effects on the generations to come.

From Leather to Leggings, 5 Pairs of Black Pants Every Woman Should Own

Yes, even the most basic black pant has major personality.

13 Women Redefining How to Dress for Success

From Condoleezza Rice to Sheryl Sandberg, these women know how to use style to their advantage.

A "smart dress" proves what women already know: sexual harassment is a problem

It’s just one more example of post-#MeToo brand wokeness.

Advertising trends for men's underwear

Once upon a time, the simple question was: boxers or briefs? Nowadays, it's a bit more complicated. Women’s lingerie has been an extremely profitable industry with far more variety in

Female CEOs Pose for Underwear Ads: A Step Forward or Back for Women in Tech?

Is it controversial to be a CEO in your underwear?Many brands have been changing the way they use models in their ads lately. Several have promised not to airbrush models, and one used only women with PhDs for a campaign.

How Did I Not Know That Boonville Had An Underwear Factory?

I found out an interesting piece of history the other day, and I was somewhat surprised that I didn't know about it.

The 14 Most Common Underwear Mistakes We All Make

How to buy lingerie and make it last the distance? We tap the extensive knowledge of Agent Provocateur's creative director, Sarah Shotton.

Knowledge and Underwear

Knowledge is like an underwear. It is useful to have it but not necessary to show it off.

Is Your Underwear Bad for the Environment?

Everything you need to know about sustainable undergarments.

Bonded Leather vs Real Leather: What’s the Difference?

Bonded leather is different from genuine leather in almost every way. But, you might not know the difference when you see it on car seats, furniture, and other upholstery. So, what is a bonded leather, and what makes it different from real leather? Learn about the difference between bonded and real leather, from manufacturing to […]

Men's underwear: An economic bellwether?

"With the economy improving, it must be the right time for men to get rid of all that holey underwear"

How to Repair Leather and Vinyl

Learn how to use inexpensive, DIY-friendly repair kits to fix small tears in leather or vinyl car seats and chairs before they get big and ugly.

An Overview Guide to Leather Grades

We explore the different kinds of leather grades including how they are made and what each one means when it comes to quality and craftsmanship.

buying leather? what to watch for

Is that really leather? Learn the ins and outs of top quality top grain leather (and steer clear of false claims!). If you're smart, you'll have beautiful leather furniture that lasts for generations.

The definitive guide

Shapes, care, breaking in, and everything in between

Could This Be the World’s Greatest Underwear?

How to Safely Clean Leather

Get tips on how to clean leather in your home, what products to avoid, and how to keep your leather furniture looking like new.

How to Prepare Leather for Sewing

In this instructable I'll cover the different ways you can prep your stitching line and punch holes in leather to sew it. I was completely befuddled by this process...

Who Has the Cleanest Underwear?

Intimates and swimwear brands are getting sustainable. But what each brand is doing varies — and can be confusing. Here’s a roundup of how some innerwear brands are trying to save the planet.