Editor’s Note: The Round Top Antiques Fair returns this fall from October 4 to October 18. If you’re planning a trip, consider this your guide to navigating one of the country’s most iconic design destinations. Every spring and fall, design lovers from around the country descend on a tiny Texas town for one of the […]
Searching for your next Chesapeake Bay getaway? My Oaks Waterfront Hotel review covers three days at this intimate property in Easton, MD that surprised us with impeccable service and genuine Eastern Shore charm. The Oaks Waterfront Hotel Review – Easton, MD The Oaks main hotel building with arrival area | Photo: Better Living Tucked away […]
You’re packing up your suitcase, getting ready to check out of your hotel, and there they are on the bathroom counter: tiny shampoo and lotion bottles, still half full. But should you use hotel toiletry bottles? And should you save them for later? On the surface saving them to reuse later seems like a win. And […]
While some people consider #adulting to be keeping a consistent bedtime (bliss), never repeating an outfit (overrated), or maintaining an organized desk (so satisfying), I define the elusive concept that I’ve spent my twenties chasing by the following: my ability to whip out and whip up all the fall soup recipes of my choosing come […]
The first crisp morning of fall always feels like a fresh start. The air turns cooler, the light shifts golden, and suddenly we’re craving comforting rituals and the small comforts that make every day feel elevated. To help us embrace it all, we’ve rounded up the fall must-haves from Target we’re loving this season. These […]
We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. Some days call for a story you can savor in a single sitting. Maybe you’re craving the satisfaction of finishing something from start to finish, or you need a mindful pause from the endless scroll of tasks […]
Whether you’re checking into a boutique hotel or a beachside resort, one question lingers: What’s the best way to know if your hotel room is actually clean? While there are no official standards of cleanliness, many hotels have created their own as travelers become more aware. But paying more for your room won’t guarantee it’s […]
There’s something special about a powder bath done right. Though often tiny, it’s one space in a home where guests pause and notice the details. And unlike other rooms where function often takes precedence, a powder bath is an opportunity to create an experience—a compact moment of calm where every material can shine. When we […]
Last week, my friend Sarah texted: “I’m having people over this weekend, and I have NO CLUE what to make! Help.” Thankfully, I knew what to tell her—the exact menu I’ve made for countless dinner parties around this time of year. It’s my secret weapon: delicious, mostly make-ahead, and foolproof enough to pull off even […]
We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. Fall fashion has always felt like a reset button. The temps cool, the leaves turn, and suddenly getting dressed feels fun again. While I love my breezy summer staples, nothing excites me more than reaching for jackets, […]