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72 of the Best Gifts for Total Homebodies
If you’re shopping for someone who loves their home, get them something that’ll help them enjoy it.
Nov 27, 2024
72 of the Best Gifts for Total Homebodies
Plus, 71 more gift ideas!
Nov 5, 2024
The Best Velvet Sofas You Can Buy Right Now, Starting at $423
Can we all take a moment to appreciate velvet?
Apr 12, 2024
What Does Scandinavian Style Really Mean?
In honor of "Scandi Week" we're breaking down the basics of this mega popular design style.
Jan 17, 2024
I Never Refresh My Home Decor for the New Year, and It’s So Freeing
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New year, new you, new home? No, thank you!
Jan 3, 2024
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7 Simple Tips for Prioritizing Wellness at Home This Winter
There’s so much to look forward to each year as the temperatures start to drop: the parties, the first fall of snow, the universal understanding that we should all cancel our plans and stay in.But the colder months also mark the return of cold and flu season, one part of cozy season we all wish we could avoid.
Nov 30, 2023
Clutter Can Be Meaningful, and My Matchbook Collection Proves It
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And it’s the perfect way to spark up a conversation.
Nov 14, 2023
All of My Best Glassware Was Just $5 from This Secret Source
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Seriously, don’t sleep on this store.
Nov 2, 2023
Spooky Season May Be Over, But This Decor Works All Year Long
Style
Let your spooky energy shine through all year long.
Oct 31, 2023
This Lesser-Known IKEA Section Hides Some of the Brand's Best Buys
Style
Don’t sleep on the brand’s decorative accessories.
Sep 26, 2023
"Yeehaw Core" Is TikTok's New Trendy Take on Coastal Cowgirl
Style
We all have a little cowgirl energy in us.
Sep 22, 2023
Surprise! Your Parents’ Rooster-Filled Kitchen from the Early 2000s Is Back in Style
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We’re in the midst of a Tuscan kitchen revival.
Sep 14, 2023

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These $54 Amazon Curtains Warmed Up My Room and Made It Look Luxe
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Why live with landlord special blinds if you don’t have to?
Sep 7, 2023
9 Stylish Ways to Decorate the Space Above Your Couch
The wall space above your sofa is brimming with design potential, it just takes a little imagination.
Jul 11, 2021
The Best Luggage for Everyone
When it comes to finding the luggage that’s right for you (and your next trip), there are a few questions you should ask: How will you be traveling? How long will you be traveling? How much stuff will you actually bring with you? The answers to those questions can help determine what kind of bag is right for you, whether that be a weekender, a carry-on, or a more substantial check bag. Of course, no matter which style of luggage you land on, not all bags are created equal.
Jul 17, 2020
Behr’s 2019 Color of the Year Is a Lovely and Livable Blue
Behr announced their choice for 2019's Color of the Year, and it's a lovely and livable shade.
Jun 12, 2019
We Reimagined Famous ‘Game of Thrones’ Castles as Modern-Day Homes, and We’re Ready to Move In
Welcome to UnReal Estate, where we take characters from pop culture and reimagine their fantasy spaces into homes fit for the “real world.”After eight years, more than 70 episodes, and innumerable fan theories, the grand finale of HBO’s epic fantasy series “Game of Thrones” is finally here. Now that our watch is officially ended—and after this, let’s just say, controversial final season—we thought it would be fun to have some lighthearted GOT fun.
May 19, 2019
5 Dream Nurseries for Chrissy Teigen’s New Baby
As Chrissy Teigen announced on Twitter, her son with John Legend is “herrrrrrre!” and the Internet is basically losing it with excitement. And while most people are focused on learning the new addition’s name, we can’t help but focus on something a little more design-y: his nursery. Unfortunately, it will probably be ages before we get a peek at what I can only assume is the world’s coolest nursery.
May 3, 2019
PPG Paint’s 2019 Color of the Year is a Gorgeous Green
We’re halfway through 2018, and you know what that means? It’s time to start trend forecasting for 2019. Just yesterday, Sherwin Williams shared their color forecast for 2019, but PPG Paints is taking it one step further and announcing their pick for the Color of the Year. So what shade do they predict will reign supreme next year? Night Watch, a deep, almost jade-like green.
May 3, 2019
The Weird Story of How Recliners Became a Staple in American Living Rooms
Growing up, it never really felt like an official family party until my dad and uncle retired to the twin tan recliners in my grandparents’ living room after dinner, while my grandpa settled into his own rusty orange recliner on the opposite side of the room. Within minutes of sitting down and kicking up their feet, all three would be sound asleep. How they could sleep through the sounds of six shrieking children pretending to be wolves, I’ll never know. It must have been the chairs.
May 3, 2019
This $10 Amazon Buy Solved My Biggest Kitchen Annoyance
Just a few months back I moved into a new apartment with one of NYC’s most coveted amenities—a dishwasher. After years of washing every.single.dish by hand, it feels like such a luxury to be able to just rinse my dishes after dinner and load them into the machine. Of course, there are still some pieces that need to be hand washed, so I haven’t been able to get rid of my sponge completely. And that’s where the annoyance comes in.
May 3, 2019
Dutch Boy’s 2019 Color of the Year Is a Garden-Inspired Green
As we inch closer and closer to 2019, the 2019 Color of the Year predictions have started steadily rolling in. The latest contender? Garden Patch, a grassy green from Dutch Boy Paints. While announcing the shade as their choice for Color of the Year, Dutch Boy described the hue as “not too deep and not too primary.
May 3, 2019
Why Greige is the Neutral You Need to Know
My two biggest passions in life are probably design and word play, so give me something that combines the two and I’m practically in heaven—like with greige, that aptly named neutral color that’s the perfect combination of gray and beige. But in all seriousness, greige really has become so popular in recent years that it’s now on the unofficial list of colors you need to know.
May 3, 2019
Benjamin Moore’s 2019 Color of the Year is a Refreshing Surprise
We’re finally in the last quarter of the year, which means the 2019 Color of the year announcements are streaming in more steadily than ever. The latest contender? Benjamin Moore. On October 10, the paint brand gathered design editors, interior designers and other industry folk at The Grill & The Pool at the Seagram Building in New York City (a bastion of mid-century modern design). After a few minutes of socializing and a welcome glass of champagne, it was time for the big announcement.
May 3, 2019

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Joanna Gaines’ New Book, ‘Homebody,’ Will Help You Design a Home That Feels Authentically You
Joanna Gaines knows a thing or two about homes. She’s a skilled designer and one half of the team behind the Magnolia empire, and for five seasons, millions of us watched her and her husband Chip completely transform homes on “Fixer Upper.” Now, she wants to impart some of her wisdom to you.
May 3, 2019
This Sentimental Etsy Buy Is the Best Gift I’ve Ever Given—And It’s Perfect for Mother’s Day
Sentimental holidays, like Mother’s Day, are always a great time to reconnect with family and focus on heartfelt gifts. But it’s also a time to remember those loved ones who have passed on, and the good times you were able to spend together. And because that loss can feel extra apparent on these celebratory days, I love giving sentimental gifts that help people feel a renewed connection to lost loved ones.
May 3, 2019
Exclusive: Krylon’s 2019 Color of the Year Is a Bright, Nostalgic Treat
I unabashedly love the Color of the Year hype. I follow every announcement, write about quite a few of them here at AT, and without fail, consider buying about 100 things in each chosen hue. So, no matter how many brands come out with their own announcements, I am here for it every. single. time. Luckily for me, these announcements usually kick off in June and continue throughout December, so I have plenty of time to bask in the COTY glow.
May 3, 2019
Surprise! Drew Barrymore Just Launched a Home Line With Walmart and Wow, We Want it All
Drew Barrymore is a woman of many talents. She’s been a Hollywood mainstay since she was 4 years old, she’s authored best-selling books, she has her own line of wines, and is an official beauty guru thanks to her Flower Beauty line (shoutout to my personal faves the Flower Pots Blush and Light Illusion Foundation). And now, she’s poised to take the world of interiors by storm with her brand new line of furniture and decor, Drew Barrymore Flower Home.
May 3, 2019
The Unbridled Joy of (Occasionally) Letting Your Room Get Really, Really Messy
Confession time: right now, my room is a mess. Like, a serious mess. As in, I would not let anyone but me actually step foot in there. But guess what? I don’t mind it in the least.There’s something undeniably soothing about letting myself just ignore chores like cleaning when I’m not in the mood. Especially when it comes to my bedroom.
Apr 30, 2019
Tour Every Angle of Phoebe Robinson’s Dope Brooklyn Apartment
Co-host of the podcast and HBO special "2 Dope Queens" just added another impressive line to her resume: homeowner. And in New York City, no less.
Apr 30, 2019
Vineyard Vines for Target is Launching Just in Time for Summer—Here’s Your First Look at the Collection
To help get you vacation ready—or at least in a vacation state of mine—Target is launching a collaboration with a brand that personifies the summer lifestyle: vineyard vines.
Apr 26, 2019
Target’s Opalhouse Line Is Officially a Year Old, and Spoiler Alert: We’re Still Obsessed
When Target introduced their Opalhouse line last year it was a surprise departure from the more classic, everyday pieces the store was known for. All of a sudden we were hit with an explosion of texture and color and an array of furnishings that were at once boho chic and maximalist-friendly, and AT’s edit team was immediately hooked. In the words of our Managing Editor, Sarah Yang: “Opalhouse is my personal brand.
Apr 18, 2019
Anthropologie’s Newest Collection is a Summer Dream Come True—and You Can Take 20% Off This Weekend
A piece of furniture has never given me the uncontrollable urge to put on a caftan, blast the song “Summer Breeze,” and whip up a batch of Aperol Spritzes before. That is, until I saw Anthropologie’s new Peacock Cabana Daybed above. The curved rattan and bright pink cushion would make any outdoor space feel like an instant oasis. My new obsession is part of Anthropologie’s new Summer Outdoor Collection, which launched today.
Mar 22, 2019
I’m Indecisive as Hell, But This Two-Sided Mattress Helps Me Sleep Easy
I don’t know about you, but I am a decidedly indecisive person. There’s no sweeter relief than avoiding decision making all together. Every time my roommate and I decide to grab a drink, we spend more time choosing a bar than we do at the actual bar. And I’m not an impulse shopper, I waiver back and forth for what feels like eternity before landing on a decision.
Mar 19, 2019
IKEA’s Iconic BILLY Bookcase Just Turned 40 and Got a Fresh Birthday Makeover
Am I the only one who wants a complete makeover every time another birthday rolls around? There’s just something about starting a new year that feels like the perfect time to try out a fresh look. My own is coming up next week and I’m already planning to dye my hair a new color and maybe get another ear piercing. And it turns out, IKEA furniture is a fan of the new year, new me mantra too.
Mar 6, 2019
IKEA’s Newest Products are Colorful, Bold, and Totally Unexpected
When you think of Scandinavian design, a few things naturally come to mind. Think: simplicity, neutral color palettes, clean lines. But this month, one of the leader’s in Scandinavian home goods, IKEA, is turning that all on its head. The brand’s February launches are bright, colorful, and just plain fun. IKEA describes the new products as being “focused on boosting the energy in everyday life with joyful colors and bold, graphic patterns.
Feb 12, 2019