Why Wearing Striped Clothing Keeps Bugs Away
Maybe we should consider wearing striped clothing this summer, and here are some scientific reasons for doing so. You may know that a zebra has stripes to hide and camouflage…
PARIS, FRANCE – APRIL 16: Alba Garavito Torre wears a black and white latte striped print pattern oversized blazer jacket with shoulder pads from Nocturne, matching black and white latte zebra print pattern flared suit pants from Nocturne, gold rings, gold bracelets, a gold shiny varnished leather with crystal buttons handbag from Renaud Pellegrino, gold shiny leather strappy pump heels shoes from What For, during a street style fashion photo session, on April 16, 2022 in Paris, France. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)
(Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)Maybe we should consider wearing striped clothing this summer, and here are some scientific reasons for doing so.
You may know that a zebra has stripes to hide and camouflage itself from their predators that see color like humans. Now there’s a new theory that claims the stripes keep bugs away because it confuses insects.
According to a new study published in PLoS ONE, Japanese scientists checked to see if a zebra's stripes can help other animals with their biting bug problem. So they did what anyone would do, they painted white stripes on black cows, and then used high-tech camera equipment to see if the insects left the cows alone.
The results were nothing short of amazing. The cows that were painted like zebras had less than half the number of bites than non-painted ones.
This appears to be quite a discovery because not only are the bugs annoying to cows, but according to RealClearScience, biting flies cause over $2 billion worth of damage every year to the cattle industry. Being swarmed by biting flies stresses out the cows, which not only affects their milk production, but also causes them to sleep and eat less, and also bunch together, which causes anxiety that can cause them to accidentally injure each other.
The scientists hope that their findings will show that non-toxic paint could someday replace pesticides now used on livestock.
2023 Golden Globes Red Carpet Looks: Worst to Best
Kicking off the year's first big red carpet event is the 2023 Golden Globes. The stars put their best feet forward when showing up at the Beverly Hilton Tuesday (January 10) evening. There were more pregnant women than we expected, but they all dressed for two in the best of ways. Take a look below at the best looks of the night, ranked worst to best:
Hilary Swank
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesHilary Swank's dress may be simple, but we are loving the deep green hue and black trails.
Jean Smart
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Hacks' star stayed chic in this black wrap gown, with satin and velvet finishes.
Eddie Redmayne
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Good Nurse' actor paired his deep-hued tux with a giant rose, giving it a refreshing pop.
Sebastian Stan
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesStan looks so sharp and intense in this simple black velvet suit.
Ana de Armas
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Blonde' star wore a patterned, sleek black gown at the event. She stuck to a more structured cut, making her look very classy.
Kaley Cuoco
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThe 'Flight Attendant' star stuck with a dainty lilac color to show off her softer side, and contrast her dark brown locks.
Anya Taylor-Joy
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThough this isn't our favorite look of hers, Anya never fails on the red carpet.
Milly Alcock
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThe 'House of the Dragon' actress also showed her punk side.
Colman Domingo
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesColman's beaded suit offers that little bit of sparkle and pizzazz to a suit that we love.
Adam Scott
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesAdam Scott: we don't think of him being fashionable. But this emerald suit has really impressed us!
Angela Bassett
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Wakanda Forever' star shined bright like a diamond in this dazzling silver dress, and later won a Globe!
Jamie Lee Curtis
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesCurtis showed off her legend status with this awesome lace cape fit for a scream queen.
Emma D’Arcy
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'House of the Dragon' star kept their edginess on the red carpet, matching their ink blue hair with a pair of blue gloves donned with a blinging ring.
Abby Elliott
Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images'The Bear' actress wore a gorgeous, glimmering copper gown while showing off her baby bump.
Lily James
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWhat a suiting color for the actress who portrayed Pamela Anderson in the Hulu limited series. We love how the gown hugs her figure yet offers so much depth with the trailing fabric.
Tyler James Williams
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe love TJW's tye-dye/denim effect that his blue suit is giving us! Who knew he had it in him?
Jennifer Coolidge
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'White Lotus' superstar looked like a siren in this black, glimmering gown. She paired the look with an Old Hollywood hairstyle, and it really wraps the look together.
Janelle James
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesAll the 'Abbott Elementary' women looked so classy and beautiful at the red carpet. Janelle looked incredible in this form-fitting gown.
Quinta Brunson
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesQuinta's black and pink mermaid gown is cute and sparky, just like her.
Felicitas Rombold and Daniel Brühl
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesBrühl's wife Felicitas totally outshone him in this gorgeous white gown. The train of her dress offsets the dainty and sexy corset top.
Sheryl Lee Ralph
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesSheryl Lee Ralph does not come to play! She has been slaying the red carpet game and at the Golden Globes, she paired her indigo-chained dress with long, sleek locks.
Letitia Wright
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesWe are loving how the 'Wakanda Forever' actress' dress is like a piece of abstract art!
Bailey Bass
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThe 'Avatar' actress looked like a princess in this soft, champagne-colored gown. She really let her youth shine through.
Natasha Lyonne
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe are so shocked at this elegant version of Natasha, when we are so used to her chaotic 'Russian Doll' character. We are LIVING for these rings over her gloves!
Heidi Klum
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesHeidi looks as though she won a pageant, but took things to a high-fashion level when her "sash" is an ombre-purple feather boa.
Billy Porter
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesJust when we think Billy Porter can't outdo himself, he outdoes himself. We love how unique this velvet, raspberry-colored suit-train lays on the red carpet!
Donald Glover
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesGlover brought his most dapper Hugh Hefner energy with this all-white lux robe style with a blazer thrown on top.
Michelle Williams
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe cannot resist a whimsical organza gown like this one. Wearable art is so fun!
Nicole Byer
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe messy updo pairs really well with this sparkling black gown Nicole Byer wore to the Golden Globes
Julia Garner
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe 'Ozark' actress' short, sleek platinum hair takes her pretty in punk gown next-level.
Niecy Nash
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesNiecy Nash knows how to rock those regal colors, showing up in this gorgeous crystal-encrusted gown paired with a cloud-like cape.
Barry Keoghan
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe need all men to take notes from the 'Banshees of Inisherin' actor -- seriously. This pale, steely colored suit is really pleasing to the eye and perfect for January. Paired with what is giving the effect of an ascot, and we have an amazing outfit.
Daisy Edgar-Jones
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThough the 'Where The Crawdads Sing' actress looks like a deer in headlights, her gown captures a sexy, dark elegance.
Michelle Yeoh
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesThe legend herself looks so young and fresh in this sparkling blue suit, she looks as if she's about to hit the stage to thousands of screaming fans.
Jeremy Pope
Amy Sussman/Getty ImagesWe are loving the punk elements sprinkled in with the classy Golden Globes. The 'Inspection' actor mixes both elements seamlessly. Now that is a serve!
Jessica Chastain
Jon Kopaloff/Getty ImagesThe ever-fashionable, ever-gorgeous actress wore this sexy, elegant caged crystal gown that was lined with a nude fabric.
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