Clothing

Check out all the latest reviews of bras, tights, shoes, and other clothing items from the Good Housekeeping Institute.

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ellen tracy classic notch collar pj
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October 2013
Tights
Lands' End Opaque Tights 421868-A74 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Lands' End Opaque Tights are our top pick for those that prefer a lightweight tight without control top
no nonsense super opaque control top tights
October 2013
Tights
No Nonsense Super Opaque Control Top Tight NN1459 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Super Opaque Control Top Tight from No Nonsense was our top budget buy
October 2013
Tights
Hanes Silk Reflections Blackout Control Top Tight 0B318 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Hanes Silk Reflections Blackout Control Top Tight are a thick, simple, comfy pair our consumer testers liked
October 2013
Tights
Donna Karan Evolution Satin Jersey Tight 0B530 Review
4.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Our consumer testers raved about the smooth feel of the splurge-worthy Donna Karan Evolution Jersey Tight
hanes silk reflections blackout convert a tight
October 2013
Tights
Hanes Silk Reflections Blackout Convert-A-Tight 0B318 Review
4.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Blackout Convert-A-Tight from Hanes Silk Reflections was our overall top pick
October 2013
Tights
Ann Taylor Modern Perfect Tights 170744 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Modern Perfect Tights from Ann Taylor held up very well in GHRI tests
October 2013
Tights
Hue Super Opaque Control Top Tights 6620 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Our consumer testers said the Super Opaque Tights from Hue were extremely easy to get on and very comfortable
October 2013
Tights
Hanes Silk Reflections Blackout Boot Liner Tight 0B531 Review
4.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Blackout Boot Liner Tight from Hanes Silk Reflections was a close runner-up in our tights test
October 2013
Tights
Bootights Semi-Opaque Tights with Attached Ankle Sock 201 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Bootights just may make your life a little bit easier thanks to its comfy built-in sock
October 2013
Tights
Spanx Tight-End Tights Original Shaping Tights 128 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Our consumer testers were thrilled with the slimming capabilities from the Original Shaping Tights from Spanx
October 2013
Tights
DKNY Hosiery Super Opaque Control Top Tight 0B335 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Super Opaque Tights from DKNY proved super durable in the lab
October 2013
Tights
Nordstrom Everyday Opaque Tights 668012 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Our consumer testers gave the Opaque Tights from Nordstrom the highest score for ease of putting on
October 2013
Tights
Commando Ultimate Opaque Matte Tights HC70T1 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Commando's Ultimate Tights are made with an innovative dig-free waistband
October 2013
Tights
Berkshire Firm All The Way Bottom's Up Tight 5053 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Berkshire Firm All the Way Bottom's Up Tights have graduated compression throughout the legs for a slimmer look
October 2013
Tights
Assets Red Hot Label by Spanx Reversible Shaping Tights 1839 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Reversible Shaping Tights from Assets by Spanx can be worn as two different colors by turning them inside out
October 2013
Tights
DKNY Opaque Coverage Control Top Tights 412 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Opaque Coverage Control Top Tights from DKNY are a great pick for everyday wear
October 2013
Tights
Berkshire Cozy Hose Tights 4755 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Cozy Hose from Berkshire are cozy, comfy, and warm for cold winter days
October 2013
Tights
Calvin Klein Velvet Opaque Control Top Tights K51 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Velvet Opaque tights from Calvin Klein looked expensive to our consumer testers
October 2013
Tights
Berkshire Shimmers Control Top Opaque Tights 4643 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Shimmers Opaque tight from Berkshire offers a slightly shiny, sheerer option for tights
October 2013
Tights
Falke Pure Matte 50 Denier Tights 40150 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Consumer testers said the Pure Matte tights from Falke were comfortable and easy to get on
October 2013
Tights
Hanes Silk Reflections Opaque Tight 0A923 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Opaque Tight from Hanes Silk Reflections received above average scores in comfort
October 2013
Tights
L'eggs Casual Opaque Tights 03100 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The affordable Opaque Tights from L'eggs offer a non-control, midweight opaque option
October 2013
Tights
Apt. 9 Opaque Microfiber Control-Top Tights Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Microfiber Tights from Apt. 9 were well received by consumer testers
October 2013
Tights
Kushyfoot Microfiber Tights 3436 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Microfiber Tights from Kushyfoot feel comfortable to wear thanks to built-in cushioning at the foot
October 2013
Tights
L'eggs Seasonless Tights 01313 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Seasonless Tights from L'eggs features a sheerer opaque leg for year-round use
lands end womens regular matte tights
October 2013
Tights
Lauren Ralph Lauren Microfiber Tights 11853541 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
The Microfiber Tights from Lauren Ralph Lauren were a favorite among our consumer testers
berkshire luxe opaque tights without control
October 2013
Tights
Wolford Velvet De Luxe 50 Tights 10687 Review
4 1
Reviewed: October 2013
Our consumer testers raved about how soft and comfortable the Velvet De Luxe 50 tights from Wolford were
whitmor deluxe fabric shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Whitmor Deluxe Fabric Shaver Review
2.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
Whitmor's motorized fabric shaver didn't come with any instructions for use or safety cautions
smartek the bug clothes shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Smartek The Bug Clothes Shaver Review
2.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
The Smartek Bug Clothes Shaver unfortunately proved to be a fair to poor performer in GHRI tests
hollywood sweater saver fabric pill remover
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Hollywood Sweater Saver Fabric Pill Remover Review
2.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
This inexpensive sweater stone from Hollywood Fashion Secrets is extremely compact and portable
gleener ultimate fuzz remover
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Gleener Ultimate Fuzz Remover Review
2.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
The Gleener has the contoured handle and soft grip of a razor with three interchangeable heads for fine, medium, and heavyweight fabrics
surround air electric fabric shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Surround Air XJ-350 Electric Fabric Shaver Review
2.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
A very large motorized fabric shaver, the Surround Air operates with either four C batteries or with an electric adaptor cord
laundress sweater comb
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Laundress Sweater Comb Review
3 1
Reviewed: March 2013
Laundress' sweater comb is extremely compact and portable
dritz clothing care sweater comb
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Dritz Clothing Care Sweater Comb Review
3 1
Reviewed: March 2013
This inexpensive, lightweight plastic sweater comb from Dritz is extremely compact and portable
smartek deluxe clothes shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Smartek Deluxe Clothes Shaver Review
3 1
Reviewed: March 2013
The Smartek Deluxe Clothes Shaver was among the priciest models in our test
oreck electric fabric shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Oreck Electric Fabric Shaver Review
3 1
Reviewed: March 2013
The Oreck Electric Fabric Shaver operates with either four C batteries or with an electric adapter cord
laundress sweater stone
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Laundress Sweater Stone Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
The Laundress Sweater Stone is compact and portable and grabs onto pills when run across fabric
sweater stone
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Sweater Stone Fabric Pill Remover Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
The Sweater Stone is a compact and portable little block of a pumice-like material that grabs onto pills when stroked across fabric
mcgowan sweater comb
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
McGowan Sweater Comb Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
For those who prefer a simpler tool, McGowan's sweater comb is our top pick for a non-motorized pill remover
conair battery operated fabric defuzzer cls1
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Conair Battery Operated Fabric Defuzzer CLS1 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
A large fabric pill remover, the Conair has an adjustable head to cater to thin-, medium-, and heavy-weight fabrics
remington fuzz away fabric shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Remington Fuzz Away Fabric Shaver Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
A compact and easy-to-use fabric shaver, the Remington Fuzz Away can be used at home or while travelling
sunbeam s15 deluxe shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Sunbeam S15 Deluxe Shaver Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
A very easy-to-use fabric shaver, the SunbeamS15 Deluxe Shaver ultimately did a good job removing pills
evercare large fabric shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Evercare Large Fabric Shaver Review
4 1
Reviewed: March 2013
An easy-to-use, larger version of our top pill remover pick, the Evercare Large fabric shaver is comfortable to hold
id corp sweater shaver lint remover
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
ID Corp Sweater Shaver/Lint Remover Review
4 1
Reviewed: March 2013
Although it was most expensive sweater shaver in our test by far, ID Corp's Lint Remover may just be worth the splurge
evercare small fabric shaver
March 2013
Fabric-Pill Removers
Evercare Small Fabric Shaver Review
4.5 1
Reviewed: March 2013
This Evercare Small Fabric Shaver cleaned pills from fabric quickly and easily despite its small size
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sidekicks energy foldable ballet flats
August 2013
Flats
Sidekicks Energy! Foldable Ballet Flats Review
2.5 1
Reviewed: August 2013
Consumer testers loved the sparkly look of the Energy! ballet flats from Sidekicks, and gave them excellent scores for their light weight...
dawgs bendable ballet flats
August 2013
Flats
Dawgs Bendable Ballet Flats Review
3 1
Reviewed: August 2013
Our consumer testers raved about the bright red color of the Dawgs Bendable Ballet Flats
kushyfoot flats to go alligator 3477
August 2013
Flats
Kushyfoot Flats To Go! #3477 Review
3 1
Reviewed: August 2013
The Flats To Go by Kushyfoot were the lightest shoes and the most compact out of all the ballet flats tested
fit in clouds satin folding shoes
August 2013
Flats
Fit in Clouds Satin Folding Shoes Review
3 1
Reviewed: August 2013
The Satin Folding Shoes from Fit in Clouds have a split sole, making them easier to fold
cinderollies
August 2013
Flats
Cinderollies Foldable Ballet Flats Review
3 1
Reviewed: August 2013
The Cinderollies ballet flats are available in a wide range of fun colors, which our consumer testers loved
backupsoles
August 2013
Flats
BackUpSoles Foldable Ballet Flats Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: August 2013
The BackUpSoles ballet flats offer an affordable option at just $9.99
konvine roll up shoes
August 2013
Flats
Konvine Roll Up Ballet Flats Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: August 2013
The Konvine Roll Up Shoes were not only the glitziest of all ballet flats tested thanks to the charm on each shoe, but also had a thick...
bellasole
August 2013
Flats
BellaSole Foldable Ballet Flats Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: August 2013
Not only did our consumer testers think that this pair from BellaSole was extremely lightweight and compact, but its sole also proved...
after flats
August 2013
Flats
After Flats Foldable Ballet Flats Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: August 2013
The After Flats, which conveniently come in a wristlet pouch that converts to a tote, were one of the most compact sets of foldable ballet...
solemates purse pal
August 2013
Flats
Solemates Purse Pal Foldable Ballet Flats Review
4 1
Reviewed: August 2013
Solemates' Purse Pals allows you to purchase a pair of back up flats without feeling like you're shelling out more than you'd like for a...
spare soles metro
August 2013
Flats
Spare Soles Metro Foldable Ballet Flats Review
4 1
Reviewed: August 2013
The Metro foldable ballet flats from Spare Soles offered the best combination of performance and the ability to fold down and easily fit...
cc corso como ballasox prince
August 2013
Flats
Corso Como Ballasox Prince #20465 Stretch Flats Review
4.5 1
Reviewed: August 2013
Our overall top pick, the Prince flats from Corso Como's Ballasox collection were a favorite among consumer testers
nautica jetty mesh swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Nautica Jetty Mesh One Piece Swimsuit Style #N5293 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
This Nautica swimsuit, designed with a front zipper and neon panels, did not impress our consumer testers
swim sexy passion shirred front maillot swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Swim Sexy Passion Plus Size Shirred Front Maillot Swimsuit #2379 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Our consumer testers gave us very mixed reviews on this Swim Sexy coral halter
panache tallulah balconnet bikini
June 2013
Swimsuits
Panache Tallulah Balconnet Bikini Styles #SW0742 & #SW0747 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
While we love how well this Panache two piece did in the lab tests, our consumer testers were not thrilled with this style
panache veronica swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Panache Veronica One Piece Swimsuit Style #SW0640 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Our consumer testers loved the open-back structure of Panache's Veronica suit, but gave it average scores overall for slimming ability
penbrooke villa ruffle bottom swimdress
June 2013
Swimsuits
Penbrooke Villa d'Este Ruffle Bottom Swimdress Style #2115 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
While our consumer testers gave this black ruffled suit from Penbrooke an average score for its ability to slim, they weren't fans of its...
penbrooke grey studio art glam sheath swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Penbrooke Grey Studio Art Glam Sheath Swimsuit Style #2107 Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Consumer testers loved the color and pattern of this Penbrooke suit, and we were wowed in the lab as well by its ability to hold its hue
June 2013
Swimsuits
Aqua Sphere Felicity Swimsuit Style #SW0120109 Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
If you're looking for a suit with subtle slimming benefits, then Aqua Sphere's Felicity swimsuit just might be the pick for you
tommy bahama pearl bandeau swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Tommy Bahama Pearl Bandeau One-Piece Swimsuit with Side Ties Style #TSW73442P Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Our consumer testers loved the look of this Tommy Bahama bandeau-style swimsuit
tommy bahama hazy ikat v-neck halter swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Tommy Bahama Hazy Ikat Stripe V-Neck Halter One-Piece Swimsuit Style #TSW73018P Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
If you're looking for a swimsuit that's suited for smaller busts, consider the Tommy Bahama Hazy Ikat Stripe V-Neck Halter
tommy bahama swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Tommy Bahama Dots & Stripes Halter One-Piece Swimsuit with Front Tie Style #TSW75115P Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
This Tommy Bahama halter swimsuit earned the top spot for appearance by our consumer testers thanks to its whimsical polka dot pattern
tommy bahama pearl shirred halter swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Tommy Bahama Pearl Shirred Halter One-Piece Swimsuit with Front Tie Style #TSW73449P Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Tommy Bahama's Pearl Shirred Halter suit was praised by our consumer testers for its ability to hide the tummy with a stylish ruched design
tommy bahama taj paisley bandeau swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Tommy Bahama Taj Paisley Bandeau One-Piece Swimsuit with Front Tie Style #TSW74916P Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Not only did this Tommy Bahama suit have the single best slimming measurement, but it also was among the top scorers in our durability tests
magicsuit by miraclesuit solid rita tankini
June 2013
Swimsuits
Magicsuit by Miraclesuit Solid Rita Tankini Top and High-Waisted Brief Swimsuit Styles #464444...
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Our consumer testers were surprised that they could pull off this two-piece swimsuit
magicsuit by miraclesuit jennifer
June 2013
MagicSuit by Miraclesuit Jennifer Swimsuit Style #464424 Review
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Our consumer testers thought that Miraclesuit's Jennifer suit looked flattering
miraclesuit solid sanibel swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Miraclesuit Solid Sanibel One-Piece Swimsuit Style #467863 Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
This iris purple Miraclesuit was a super slimmer in GHRI tests — on average, it took nearly an inch off our volunteers' waists
lands end shape and enhance ultra high rise swimskirt
June 2013
Swimsuits
Land's End Shape and Enhance Floral Underwire Tankini Top and Ultra High Rise SwimMini Swimsuit...
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
This two-piece tankini from Land's End failed to win over our consumer testers, scoring a below average rating on both slimming ability and...
June 2013
Swimsuits
Land's End Women's Regular Shape and Enhance Floral Twist Strap One Piece Swimsuit Style #425079...
3.5 1
Reviewed: June 2013
Although consumer testers did not love the overall appearance of this Floral Twist Strap suit from Land's End, they did rate it above...
lands end halter swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Land's End Women's Regular Halter One Piece Slender Swimsuit Style #425155 Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
While our consumer testers thought the Regular Halter Slender Suit from Land's End was slimming, they didn't love its appearance in general
lands end sweetheart swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Land's End Sweetheart One Piece Slender Swimsuit Style #411141 Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
While overall our consumer testers didn't actually "lose" any measurable inches while wearing Land's End's Sweetheart Slender swimsuit,...
June 2013
Swimsuits
Reebok Fitness Swim Mod Swim U-Back Swimsuit Style #850500 Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
If you plan to spend all summer in the sun, you may want to consider Reebok's U-Back swimsuit, one of only two suits that didn't lose any...
miraclesuit oceanus swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Miraclesuit Solid Oceanus Swimsuit Style #470088 Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
The Oceanus by Miraclesuit is our pick of the bunch for its classic styling and was one of the top-scoring suits in our test
aquabelle red and orchid spliced swimsuit
June 2013
Swimsuits
Aquabelle Red and Orchid Spliced Swimsuit Style #1884 Review
4 1
Reviewed: June 2013
The overall winner in our swimsuit test, this Aquabelle was a favorite among our consumer testers thanks to its slimming look
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Best Foldable Ballet Flats
Stash a backup pair in your bag and never be left hobbling in heels
samsonite compact auto open close umbrella
April 2013
Umbrellas
Samsonite Auto Compact Open Close Umbrella Review
2.5 1
Reviewed: April 2013
A very lightweight, fully automatic mini umbrella, this Samsonite is sized to provide plenty of coverage and did a fairly good job in our...
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