‘Financial microaggressions’: why ‘pink tariffs’ hurt women more than men

One example: men's silk brief underwear is taxed at 0.9%, while women's silk underwear is taxed at 2.1%. Meanwhile, overcoats are taxed by a combination of price per kilogram plus an additional percentage; a wool blend overcoat for men has a tariff rate of 38.6 cents per kilogram plus an additional 10% of the value; a women's wool overcoat is taxed 64.4 cents per kilogram, plus an additional 18.8%...

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/17/pink-tariff-tax-women-clothes

ThredUP rewards you for cleaning out your closet and gives back to those in need — here's why I recommend it - Business Insider

ThredUP is the most convenient mass upcycling program I've found for city dwellers without a car. ThredUP's Clean-Out Closet service lets you order a bag online, fill it up at home, and schedule a pickup or drop it off at a mailing center. They will also potentially pay you for high-end items you send in, and donate the rest or send it back to you. It's not the most lucrative upcycling option, but a bit of money is a perk to donating. ....
https://www.businessinsider.com/thredup-upcycling-review

When choosing a nursing home, check the clothing and laundry - The Conversation US

As the Wettlaufer inquiry wraps up for the summer, an international research team offers suggestions on how to make nursing homes as good as they can possibly be. ....
https://theconversation.com/when-choosing-a-nursing-home-check-the-clothing-and-laundry-100727

This Is How Much You Should Wash Your Winter Clothes — Yes, Even Your Coat -- Bustle

There's nothing quite as satisfying as having a clean wardrobe, but washing clothes is a huge pain. If I could afford to have all of my clothes dry cleaned, I would. ....
https://www.bustle.com/p/can-you-get-sick-from-dirty-clothes-this-is-how-often-you-should-wash-winter-staples-8001283