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Best Soundbars — Get That Superior Home Theater Experience With Our Pick of TV Speakers
These are our top picks for the best soundbars to add a cinematic tone to your next binge-watch, including models from LG, Sonos, Bowers & Wilkins, and more
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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The 15 Best Home Decor Brands the Livingetc Team Keeps Bookmarked — Plus Our Fave Buys
The best home decor brands inspire just as much as they decorate. Check out our faves of the bunch below, plus a few of our favorite pieces from each outlet.
By Pip Rich Last updated
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Last-Minute Father's Day Gifts for the Design-Loving Dad — 18 Quick-Ship Options That Will Arrive in Time
Attention, procrastinators — there's still time to snag a high-quality gift for Dad ahead of the big day. Join our Style Editor Brigid Kennedy as she runs through her favorite picks.
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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Khloé Kardashian's Pantry May be the Best Organized We've Seen — We Got the Experts to Break Down Its Secrets
Khloé Kardashian's pantry is a masterclass in kitchen organization. From those perfectly stacked Oreos to color-coded cereals, experts spill the celebrity secrets to an ultra-tidy space
By Julia Demer Published
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These Director's Chairs Are a Clever Way to Do Extra Outdoor Seating When You're Short on Storage
Director’s chairs are an on-set staple, and these 12 are ready for their close-up. See why our style editor says they're the next big thing
By Julia Demer Published
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I Tried It — This $20 Amazon Buy Made Packing for An Out-of-State Move That Much Easier
This flat twine, also known as stretch wrap, saved my life when I moved. Here's why.
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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Carrie Bradshaw’s Apartment from 'Sex and the City' — Here's How to Get the Look
Carrie Bradshaw's apartment offers lessons on city living, mastering controlled chaos, and, of course, maximizing your closet space
By Julia Demer Published
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15 of the Best Accent Chairs Right Now, Picked by a Style Editor
Running the gamut from breezy rattan constructions to saddle leather slings, this edit proves that the best accent chairs aren't simply supplemental — they're the main event
By Julia Demer Last updated
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What to Know Before Investing in a DIY Pergola Kit — And the Expert-Backed Ones We Love Now
A pergola kit is a great option for budget buyers, though you should still be selective as to which you choose. Below, experts walk me through their top tips for shopping.
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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15 "Japanese Organizers" That Will Help Declutter Your Home and Look Modern and Minimalist at the Same Time
Experts swear by Japanese organizers. Here’s how to maximize your space and make it look amazing
By Julia Demer Published
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You're Guaranteed to Maximize Your Storage Space with These 12 Chic Closet Organizers, Currently on Sale
If you tend towards the 'roll and stuff' technique when it comes to organizing your closet, now may be the time to fix things with massive Memorial Day sale discounts
By Emma Breislin Published
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Reviewers Say These Hummingbird Camera Feeders Are the Best Ones Right Now — And They're All on Sale
I've spent ages reading all the reviews for smart hummingbird feeders so you don't have to... Here are the top-rated options
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Best Wireless Doorbells — We Review and Rate Your Wire-Free Door Camera Options
Upgrade your home's security and discover the best wireless doorbells with welcoming chimes, secure video recording systems, and more
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Where to Buy a Bathroom Vanity — We Asked Designers and Experts for Their Favorite Places to Shop
If you're remodeling your bathroom and are looking to add a pretty and functional vanity to the setup, then these 9 suggestions are worth a look
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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Where to Buy Outdoor Lighting — The Most Stylish Places to Shop to Brighten Up The Exterior Of Your Home
Finding good-looking outdoor lighting can be tricky, but not if you know where to look. Here's a few of my favorite places to search for beautiful backyard illuminators
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Best Surround Sound Systems — The Set-Ups We Think Sound (and Look) Brilliant
Get the best surround sound system setup of your dreams with our pick of TV speakers, soundbars and more
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Ruggable's Sale is So Good, Our Shopping Editor Wants to Buy the Lot — Check Out These 12 Picks to Refresh Your Decor
With great savings up for grabs, these are the best rugs on sale at Ruggable right now, as chosen by our Shopping Editor
By Brigid Kennedy Last updated
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5 Genius Smart Home Ideas That Will Help You Look After Your Pets Better
It’s not just humans that can benefit from smart home technology. Here are five gadgets to transform your pet care.
By Alan Martin Published
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12 Robes and Housecoats Our Style Editor Says are 'So Good, They Double as Decor!'
Clothes are an extension of the home. For the extra, or the ultimate homebody, explore how this next frontier of homeware can elevate your living space
By Julia Demer Published
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This Viral "Cloud Bed Recipe" Makes Your Bed Feel Like It's in a Luxury Hotel — Here's How to Create Your Own
Recreate the impossible cloud-like softness we adore from hotels, with 'ingredients' that cost less than you think. Shop everything you need for sweeter dreams
By Julia Demer Published
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This Genius $18 Invention for Your Home's Electrical Outlets is So Simple, but So Clever — And Solves a Common Problem
Tired of yanking your plugs out of your electrical outlets when using a lawn mower or vacuum? This brilliant buy is the solution
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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These Hanging, No-Wire Sconces Look So Bespoke — You Won't Believe You Can Install Them Without an Electrician
Your friends and family will think these pieces are custom-made when they see them (but only you and I have to know where you actually bought them ...)
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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This Kitchenaid Cookware Set Might Just Be the Best Deal in the Wayfair Sale This Year
The only thing more massive than these Way Day discounts is the number of items on sale. I've looked at each one, and the verdict is clear: this Kitchenaid cookware set offers the best bang for your buck
By Julia Demer Published
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It's Met Gala Day — And Our Fashion-Expert Style Editor Knows How to Dress Your Home Like This Year's Theme
Rise and shine, sleeping beauties! The Met Gala beckons and we're giving our homes a style makeover for the occasion. Join me, a seasoned fashion writer, as I reveal my favorite on theme decor
By Julia Demer Published
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This Interior Stylist Has Picked the Most Aesthetic Home Tech Products of the Moment — 'No More Tech Eyesores!'
If you think making your home smarter means filling it with ugly gadgets, think again. There's a growing number of pleasingly aesthetic choices out there, says this stylist
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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"Matcha Green" is the Shade to Watch for Spring 2024 — Our Style Editor Picks the Best of this Calming Hue
Matcha first dominated the coffee scene, and now, its green hue makes its way into interiors. Shop all the home decor items our style expert is eyeing to embrace the most soothing shade of the season
By Julia Demer Published
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"Trust Me, Boucle isn't Going Anywhere" Says Our Editor — And This On-Sale Swivel Chair is the Best Way Into the Trend Right Now
Wayfair's Way Day sale is here and I think I've found the perfect deal for anyone who hasn't gotten their hands on a boucle accent chair just yet...
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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Designer Jake Arnold is Choosing This Unexpected Fabric for His Projects Now That 'Creates Depth and Warmth'
Have you heard of mohair? If not, allow me to introduce to your new favorite luxury fabric, courtesy of renowned designer Jake Arnold.
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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The Bloomingdale's Home Sale is Up to 80% Off — These Are My Picks as a New York-based Shopping Editor
From stylish accents to all things Le Creuset, this is your guide to navigating Bloomingdale's most affordable luxury homeware of the season
By Julia Demer Published