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August is winding down, and that means Virgo season is here. This Earth sign is known for being grounded, insightful, intellectual, and empathic. This calm presence is reflected in earth tones, including evergreen, sage, mint, rose, blush, mauve, cocoa, cinnamon, taupe, sand, charcoal, and cream. As beautiful as these colors look in clothing form, we're especially fond of how they elevate a manicure.

22 Virgo Season Nail Ideas for a Smart and Earthy Manicure

A round French manicure is the perfect low-key mani. Thanks to their soft shape and the fact that they pair so well with a natural length, round nails are a great shape for a low-maintenance manicure. Add on a classic French design, and you have a nail match made in heaven. The rounded tips add an elevated touch to the beloved silhouette, and there's a bevy of ways to make the timeless manicure feel updated and all your own. From chrome shimmers to colorful polishes, a round French manicure leaves room for personal flair. Ahead, we've gathered up 10 round French nail designs to try at-home or at your next trip to the salon.

10 Round French Manicure Ideas to Try, From Classic to Colorful

Contrary to popular belief, the best coffin nail designs are uncomplicated. Why, you may ask? Quick refresher: Coffin nails are typically long, and have a square shape with flat edges that are ideal for playful, bold designs. The length creates room for adding intricate details and gemstones, and the unique shape adds extra intrigue. Yet, when paired with a low-key French manicure or a neutral color,simple coffin nails make for a manicure with a little extra oomph that still matches everything (a.k.a the perfect nail look). Ahead, we've rounded up 15 simple coffin nail ideas—from moody auras to gradient pastels—that any manicure minimalist will appreciate.

13 Simple Coffin Nail Ideas That Are Timeless and Chic

Summer is the season of powders—this year especially. Brands have been putting a refreshed take on the tried-and-true final step to our makeup routine, re-inventing the wheel where we thought they couldn't. It comes as perfect timing too. Whether ready or not, matte skin is making a comeback, and although likely not as extreme as it once was, powder is definitely involved. Amid the product's revival comes Makeup by Mario's Surrealskin Soft Blur Setting Powder, the latest launch of his SurrealSkin collection.

Makeup by Mario Is Launching a Blurring Setting Powder That Feels Like Second Skin

Ponytails are the plain white t-shirts of the hair world. The most casual version is great for the gym (or super-sweaty summer days); a sophisticated and sleek version is perfect for work; and with proper styling, the fanciest one in your arsenal would look right at home on a red carpet. In other words? They're easy, versatile, and go with everything.

18 Ponytail Ideas for Short Hair To Create a Sporty-Chic Style

The journey of growing curly hair is, quite simply, a longer one than that of straight. That's because you can't see growth nearly as much as you can for straight hair, given the twists and turns that curls take. Additionally, curly hair is more prone to breakage, so even if you have grown some length on your curls, you don't always get to keep it indefinitely.

How to Grow Curly Hair Fast, According to Experts

Real Simple

It takes just a few minutes a few times per week for gorgeous petunia blooms.

How to Deadhead Petunias to Keep Them Blooming All Season Long

Did you know that some Indoor Plants can Change Color? We explore why they do this and share a list of the most prominent ones!. Did you know some house plants have foliage that morphs hues, while others have flowers that change color? Let’s explore these plants so you may select your favorite picks to liven up your home!

10 Indoor Plants That Change Color

Gardening Know How

High summer is synonymous with deadheads and straggly growth, so it’s tempting to reach for the cutters. But here are the plants you should not prune in summer – and why

Don’t Trim These Plants Before Fall: 7 Plants You Should Not Prune In Summer

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Are you gardening in August and want to know the plants you should deadhead? The pros say to take your pruners to these five blooms that are backyard staples

5 plants to deadhead in August so you can enjoy a gorgeous display of blooms

Even if you've logged years in your flower beds, it somehow always feels like there's a new gardening project to tackle. Maybe this is the month you're finally building out that storage shed, or maybe you've decided to use raised beds to form your own potager garden. Whatever the case, you'll need the right supplies. And with tons of early Labor Day deals happening on plants and gardening accessories, it's now easier than ever to kickstart those perpetually unfinished tasks.

Liven Up Your Space With These Incredible Labor Day Garden and Plant Deals

Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Let's just go ahead and say it: Pumpkin-shaped cookware is everything for fall lovers. It evokes what we love about autumn from the gorgeous seasonal gourds themselves to all the cozy fall recipes that warm us up when the chill hits the air.

The Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Cookware Is a Fall Lover's Dream

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

The launch party for Bella Hadid's new Orebella fragrance was about as Bella Hadid-y as you'd expect it to be, and in the best way. Guests sipped on Kin Euophorics, hung out in fairy cottages, and got birth chart readings to celebrate the fourth Orebella fragrance, Night Cap. For the occasion, the founder arrived in a stunning plunging gown, a curly updo, and a dreamy manicure that reflected under the moon.

Bella Hadid's Black Rose Manicure Is a Late Summer Dream

If the corporate TikTok accounts have burned you out on the phrase "Brat" summer, you're not alone. Charli XCX's bratty energy is a mindset, not something that can be emulated through a 60-second video or neon green product. That's why out of all the trends that Brat has kickstarted, messy, party-girl hair makes sense. It's having the confidence to throw on some dry shampoo after multiple nights out or letting your hair air-dry into its most carefree state. In short, confident, fun hair is Brat hair.

The Brat Hair Trend Gives Off 365 Party Girl Energy: How to Get the Look

Hibiscus are ideal plants to add to your garden. Their vibrant, colorful blossoms add excitement and curb appeal while also attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and other helpful pollinators. And hibiscus is an easy plant to propagate, meaning you can multiple your plants at no cost. There are more than 200...

How to Propagate Hibiscus by Cuttings and by Seed While It's Still Warm Out

Violets are taking over a reader’s lawn so Grumpy weighs in with advice. Plus, the plant of the week. "Wild violets are taking over my lawn, what can I do about this?" - Debbie. Grumpy's Response: Well, I know a lot of people are not gonna get happy with...

What To Do When Violets Take Over Your Lawn

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Nothing screams fall like these gorgeous varieties that will certainly bring in a zen feel to your garden space

5 Types of Popular Maple Trees to Plant in Your Yard — to Welcome Autumnal Colors and Enchanting Flair

Improving the landscape is an essential tool for increasing the value of the place your home. The landscape can be enhanced in many ways to create incredible beauty. All you need to do is put in a little 'hard work and art, and the result will be very rewarding. First of all, when you plan to give a little time to think about what aspects of your landscape you want to work on. If you're not sure what you want to do with your place, it's worthwhile to look at your neighborhoods or elsewhere and visit different websites, and you can check out various magazines to get some ideas.

5 Budget Friendly Tips For Transforming Your Landscape

It is possible to brighten up those shady spots in your landscape. It is all about proper plant selection, planting and care. Start by evaluating the sun and shade patterns in your gardens. Monitor the amount of sunlight different areas receive throughout the day and at various times of the year. You may be surprised the space gets more sunlight than you thought.

Some plants thrive in shadowy corners of your yard

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15 Olive Green Nail Ideas That Prove It's the Perfect Unexpected Neutral

Raise your hand if you tend to select the same shades every time you hit the salon or gear up for an at-home mani. Don't worry—we're...

15 Olive Green Nail Ideas That Prove It's the Perfect Unexpected Neutral

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