The Independent

We all want our homes to make a good impression – looking beautiful and feeling plush. The good news is you don’t have to spend tons to achieve a luxe ambiance. Knowing where to splurge and where to save is key. Sharing this philosophy is Laura Hammett, creative director at the eponymous interior design and architecture studio, and founder of luxury homeware brand, Laura Hammett Living. Having curated award-winning, sumptuous spaces for over a decade, here are her tips for making your home look like you spent a lot more money than you actually did. “I usually start with a...

How to make your home look expensive – without spending loads of money

Classic and timeless, a home with a traditional design aesthetic blends antique finds with a few modern pieces. This mix of vintage and contemporary elements creates a collected look that never goes out of fashion. In other words, chasing trends isn’t the point of a traditional home. While the style might lean a bit more formal at times, traditional homes are meant to feel warm and cozy, which can be achieved through layering in different textures, sticking to a neutral color palette of earth-toned shades, and peppering in a few statement pieces like those from Amazon’s Traditional Style storefront.

If You Love Traditional Homes, This Amazon Storefront Is For You—Shop Our 15 Favorite Decor Finds

A luxury wardrobe screams a stylish personality, following the latest trends yet taking advantage of the classic lines. Usually, it’s more than gathering an impressive collection of high-end items. The secret to looking expensive is combining elements that radiate elegance without burdening it with unnecessary elements. Our guide is perfect if you’re updating your closet or aiming to reinvent your style. We start with the basics that help you build more sophisticated outfits for any occasion!

Building a Luxury Wardrobe: Essential Pieces Every Closet Needs

If you're aiming to design a contemporary looking bathroom, you will want to make an effort to steer clear of the six following features, which professionals say will instantly make the space look dated. Here, they touch on colors, finishes, and other elements that you are better off avoiding in...

6 Bathroom Styles That Are Going Out of Style, According to Designers

I know everyone says its the, “Easiest thing to change!” and, “You can always paint over it!” Well, just because its easier than tearing down a wall doesn’t mean you want to keep repainting a room over and over again. Ideally you manage to pick the right paint color the first time but choosing a paint color off of a swatch is basically impossible. I never would have chosen our paint colors just from their swatches. Painting a room WELL takes time, generally at least a couple of coats and a lot of taping and prep.

Choosing a Paint Color – My Choices and why I still Love them

Livingetc

The actress's kitchen uses a classic material to create a traditional look and help keep her space clean

Jennifer Garner's Versatile Kitchen Backsplash Serves Timeless Elegance –And  It's Easy to Recreate the Look

House Digest

It's important to choose the right size pillows for any given space. Here is a guide of what size pillows to purchase for your living room and bedrooms.

The Right Pillow Sizes For Styling Different Areas Of Your Home

Mens Journal

"It is a beautiful addition to my porch."

Walmart's 'Super Comfortable' Swing Chair That's a 'Must-Have for Outdoor Enjoyment' Is 45% Off and Selling Fast

Vintage rugs always bring a touch of elegance to your decor, but they can get pretty pricey. That’s why we love Loloi’s new Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines rug collaboration that starts at just $32. Area rugs designed with an actual interior designer and at an affordable price? Sign us up.

Joanna Gaines Collaborated on a Gorgeous Vintage-Inspired Rug Collection, and It Starts at Just $32

Real Homes

Design pros love Gigi Hadid's workspace decor, praising its simple yet functional style, as well as sharing how to get the look in your own office

Gigi Hadid's office space is so sleek — designers love its elegant and practical solutions

This month, we asked our dear Facebook followers what their favorite bedroom paint colors are right now—and as usual, our followers had fun and surprising answers. From vibrant and bold colors, to some followers shouting out their deep love of neutrals, our Spruce readers really showed up for this survey.

3 of the Most Popular Bedroom Paint Colors, According to Spruce Readers

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Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

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Homes & Gardens

The entryway at the home star's Skylands property features large, Japanese screens hanging as artwork, creating a serene atmosphere

Martha Stewart's entryway elegantly 'brings the outdoors in' – here's how she makes her historic home feel closer to nature

I, Jailynn Taylor, am a proud outfit repeater. I have no shame in wearing my clothes till the buttons fall off and seams rip—and even then, as a former fashion designer, I sew them right back up. Sustainability is chic, and having a uniform you can depend on when you feel like you have nothing else to wear is even chicer. And right now, Paintcolors’ Button-Up Shirt is the piece I’m wearing on loop. My day-to-day styling is super simple, pairing it with Levi’s shorts, jeans, sandals, and sneakers for daytime wear and taking it to the next level with chic accessories when I want to dress it up.

I’ll Be Wearing a $29 Button-Up Shirt With These 5 Styles Through Fall

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As we veer towards the transitional season and part with the idea of shrunken hems gracing bare legs and open-toe footwear, fashion turns its attention to the foolproof nature of accessories. As a fashion editor, I always refer to the power of accessories. Often boasting a considered price point and intentionality, accessories have the power to elevate even the most refined ensembles.

The Age of Elegance: 7 Sophisticated Accessories Trends That Are Set to Define Autumn 2024

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

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No, pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness don’t fold into caskets. It’s a question a reader posed one of the first times I wrote about pallet shelters. I find the pallet shelters to be more palatable than ice fishing tents. The Colorado Village Collaborative operates both micro-communities and the so-called Safe Outdoor Spaces with the tents. We all learned the tents are not safe when a fire roared through a CVC Safe Outdoor Space, destroying the compound quickly. Officials never disclosed a cause of the fire.

Opinion: No, pallet shelters for homeless in Denver, Aurora don’t fold into caskets

Cooking With Maryann

Maybe it's just me, but it's not summer until I get to eat crab cakes! Don't let this recipe intimitate you! It's really not difficult, just takes a little bit of prep time in the fridge.

Delicious Crab Cakes!

Apartment Therapy

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Stripes arguably never went out of style — and luckily, I don’t think they ever will — but 2024 has been all about this two-tone pattern. That’s especially true this season, when everyone from Emma Roberts to IKEA DIYers seems to be embracing the aesthetic that I’m officially deeming “stripe girl summer.”

“Stripe Girl Summer” Is the Timeless Aesthetic You’ll Want to Use Forever

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Top 7 Tips to Bring Luxury to Your Home Effortlessly

Imagine entering your home and feeling you have entered a high-end boutique or a luxurious hotel. The air is elegant and calm, the décor is peaceful,...

Top 7 Tips to Bring Luxury to Your Home Effortlessly

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