In addition to this general upkeep, you should thoroughly clean the dryer vent at least once a year. Lint buildup not only makes your laundry take longer to dry, but it’s also a fire hazard. To clean out the dryer vent, detach the tubing from the back of the dryer and vacuum it well or use a brush to dislodge any lint stuck inside. Finally, give your lint screen a quick scrub with a soft brush—a clean toothbrush works well—and soapy water....
Rosés are typically made in one of two ways: 1) A winemaker presses red grapes (many of the same ones in your favorite red wines, like Cabernet Sauvignon to Grenache) right after harvest, yielding a pale rosé color; or 2) The winemaker crushes the grapes, letting them sit in contact with the skins before separating the pink juice from the skins. Some rosés are made via a third method—blending white wine with red wine—but these are rarely of high quality....
The pandemic has also changed the way Americans approach work; several industries have seen record numbers of employees quit in search of better pay and flexible hours. Better work life balance and compensation are certainly valid reasons for looking for a different job, but one thing to note: you likely won’t be getting unemployment benefits if you quit voluntarily. “Workers should not count on receiving unemployment insurance benefits after they quit their jobs,” says Nance L....
“People are always waiting for the right time to invest, and even the pros can’t get that right,” says Nela Richardson, an investment strategist at Edward Jones. If you’re asking yourself (or your friends, family, or other makeshift financial advisors) when to start investing, you’re implying that there’s a time when your investing efforts will be most effective. That’s not exactly true, even for investing experts; the buy low, sell high mantra really applies to short-term investments (mainly in the stock market), not the long-term investing everyone should plan for in order to build long-lasting wealth and financial security....
But this is the time to lay the groundwork for the future. “Being proactive about your anti-aging regimen can help delay the wrinkles written into your DNA by a decade or more,” says Schultz. And remember: What you don’t do in your 20s is as important as what you do, says Gervaise Gerstner, a Manhattan dermatologist. That means no sunning, no smoking, and no falling into bed without washing your face....
In fact, there are many more accessories and appliances out there that take up a surprisingly small amount of space. These objects are slimmer than the typical designs, yet function just as well. They’re kitchen, living room, and bedroom essentials that, when taken advantage of, can make your home seem larger and feel better organized. Read on below and discover a coffee maker that’s just 5 inches wide, a slim trash can designed to last for at least two decades, and velvet hangers that minimize the amount of closet space that your shirts and pants take up....
“My approach is high fiber,” confirms Abigail Rapaport, MS, RD, CDN. “Fiber slows down digestion and keeps you full.” Since high-fiber foods are slow to digest, they promote diverse, healthy gut bacteria, which can boost your immunity, regulate blood sugar, and help prevent certain diseases and cancers, says Lauren Cornell, RD. Cornell says women should aim to eat 21 to 25 grams of fiber per day, and men should aim for 30 to 38 grams....
Prices: $$, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams’s signature sofas range from $2,000 for a simple, upholstered couch to nearly $10,000 for a luxe, leather Chesterfield. Prices: $$, a 4-by-6-foot wool rug retails for $395 and up. Prices: $-$$, a small, metal step trash can retails for $26; the Lift-O-Matic drying rack is $85. Prices: $$$, A set of twin-size percale sheets starts at $148 per set; a decorative throw pillow cover is $68....
Alton DuLaney, the world’s most famous gift-wrap artist, knows all the gift wrapping tricks and strategies to getting that crisp, neat wrapped look—and he shared the common mistakes he sees people making. Avoid these pitfalls for presents that look professionally garnished, no matter what’s inside them. Otherwise, the wrapped gift will have bulges where the extra paper is folded up. DuLaney uses his hand to measure the box’s height and then determine how much paper he needs on either end....
To buy: Everlane The Clean Silk relaxed shirt, $98, everlane.com. To buy: Ann Taylor The Hutton blazer in Ottoman knit, $169, anntaylor.com. To buy: Levi’s Ex-Boyfriend Denim Trucker Jacket $90, anthropology.com. To buy: Eileen Fisher washable-crepe straight-leg pants, $168, neimanmarcus.com. To buy: Express (Minus the) Leather quilted Moto jacket, $148, express.com. To buy: Madewell high-rise skinny jeans, $135, net-a-porter.com. To buy: Halogen Ballet Neck tee, $39, www.nordstrom.com. To buy: Converse Foundational Leather Jack Purcell Low-Top Oxford Sneakers, $70, saksfifthavenue....
Many stores offer some of the best furniture deals of the season on Cyber Monday, and you can find something for your home—no matter your space or style. But we should warn that these finds may sell out quickly, so keep scrolling to shop the sale now!
But making healthy and tasty meals doesn’t have to be such an undertaking. There are so many innovative yet simple recipes containing some of your favorite ingredients, like chicken thighs. From tacos and protein bowls to hearty soups and stews, boneless skinless chicken thighs are just as versatile as they are delicious. We’ve put together a list of three quick, healthy, and flavorful recipes so you can see how easy it is to create something new and delicious using simple boneless chicken thighs....
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“The front door is a welcoming point and offers curb appeal,” notes Lance Thomas, head designer of Thomas Guy Interiors. “Front door colors can introduce a mood before anyone even walks into the space. Also, many buyers want to purchase a move-in-ready home, and that [technically] starts at the front door.” How a Front Door Impacts Selling Price While the color of a front door comes down to aesthetics, it can ultimately impact a home’s selling price....
Gifts that give back support particular nonprofit groups or causes. Some provide employment at fair wages to people who need help getting their foot in the door, some trigger one-for-one donations, and others contribute funds to charities and charitable efforts. However they give back, you can give these presents with the knowledge that your purchase is making the world just the tiniest bit better. Take a look at these top gifts that give back and shop with a little extra purpose this year....
The good news? There really are no hard and fast ‘rules’ for cutting thick hair; rather, it’s about finding a good stylist who can work with your unique hair, styling preferences, and features to create a complementary look that balances out the volume and weight of your hair, Cisnero says. That being said, if you’re not sure where to start, stylists say these five cuts tend to work particularly well on thick hair....
Make it five stars: The surefire way to make a Wednesday night shower feel more spa-like? Buy a towel warmer ($140, bedbathandbeyond.com) that will make your towel toasty in less than 20 minutes. Make it five stars: Take another tip from boutique hotels and keep a cozy spare blanket on hand, either draped across the end of your bed or tucked into a basket nearby. Make it five stars: Keep a bottle of scented fabric spray ($17, bloomingdales....
I was invited by the Aerie team to attend the brand’s holiday shopping event at one of its flagship stores in New York City. Pumped to attend an event for a brand I knew and once adored, I couldn’t add the party to my calendar fast enough. When the day arrived and I walked inside the store’s festive doors, I felt like I was about to meet up with an old friend who I hadn’t seen in years and yet was able to pick up right where we left off again....
