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July 15, 2025
By Alex Ronan

Design

July 15, 2025   ●   Alex Ronan

A Colorful Philly House With Three Cats and Herbal Tea on Tap

Ten years ago, author Emma Copley Eisenberg bought a 1,100-square-foot row house in Philly that needed a lot of work. "I joke — it's not a joke — that the renovation took five years off my life," she says. Her partner Art Phùng moved in five years later. Here's a tour of their colorful home...

Plus, a marriage-saving sofa.

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July 14, 2025
By Joanna Goddard

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July 14, 2025   ●   Joanna Goddard

Our Edit: Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale

Over the years, whenever I’ve been looking for something special, I’ve turned to Nordstrom. (I got my prom dress there!) Today in partnership with Nordstrom, we're sharing our picks from their big anniversary sale...

Including my favorite workhorse shirt and body wash.

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July 14, 2025
By Abigail Rasminsky

Relationships

July 14, 2025   ●   Abigail Rasminsky

Puberty, Meet Perimenopause.

The other morning, a long wail came from across our apartment...

The other morning, a long wail came from across our apartment...

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July 11, 2025
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Have a Lovely Weekend.

12 links, including fish sandwiches and hiring an escort (!) on your 70th birthday.

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By the lovely Grace Farris.

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Smash-and-grab lunches, twinning cousins, and boat shoes.

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My 10 Favorite Things From Trader Joe’s (Right Now)

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My friend shares $40 sneakers and surprising career advice.

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Closing the Museum of Me?!?! I don't think so.

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