The research

Labels & Trust

How accurate clothing labels actually are, what independent testing finds, and how to read a fiber line with the odds in front of you.

Researchers have tested how well clothing labels match the actual fabric. Here’s what the studies found and what you can do about it.

Blended fabrics miss their labels more often than single-fiber garments. Here’s why that happens and what it means when you shop.

The fabric content label tells you more than you might think. Here’s how to read clothing labels quickly, and what those percentages really mean.

OEKO-TEX, GOTS, and other certification logos are everywhere. Here’s what they mean and how to check whether a certification is genuine.

Most clothes don’t rip or tear. They pill and fade until you stop reaching for them. Here’s why it happens and what to check before you buy.

Ever wondered how a lab knows what your clothes are really made of? Here’s a friendly look at how fabric testing actually works.

The EU is preparing digital product passports for clothing. Here’s what these scannable records will tell you, and what they won’t.

Synthetic fabrics can shed plastic microfibers in the wash. Here’s how it happens and a few simple habits that can help.

The label says 100% cotton, but is it? Here’s how to check fabric content at home, and when only a lab can give you the real answer.