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October 8, 2026
By Joanna Goddard

Design

October 8, 2026   ●   Joanna Goddard

Four Fun Things

Like, bow croissants and a new bedtime ritual...

Like, bow croissants and a new bedtime ritual.

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17 COMMENTS

October 8, 2026
By jannelle sanchez

Style

October 8, 2026   ●   jannelle sanchez

How Would You Do Your Wedding Hair?

Earlier this year, we featured three women's wedding hairstyles. We felt so inspired (that rose updo!) that we decided to talk to three more brides about their stunning looks...

"I wanted to look like myself — but more."

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October 7, 2026
By Kelsey Miller

Design

October 7, 2026   ●   Kelsey Miller

What Small, Inexpensive Things Make Your Life Better?

Do you have a random hero object at home? Sometimes the small, un-sexy purchases — a kitchen timer, dimmer switches — are the ones that make the biggest difference. Here are our seven answers, and we’d love to hear yours...

Here are our eight answers — and please share yours!

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October 7, 2026
By Casey Elsass
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The $25 Dinner: Crispy Chicken Cutlets With Arugula Salad

Maybe a perfect cutlet is the secret to world peace?

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October 6, 2026
By Joanna Goddard
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10 Fun Things I Noticed in Paris

Chubby babies, studded flats, and a very thin apple pie.

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October 6, 2026
By jannelle sanchez
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10 Great Reader Comments on Books

"Pro tip: treat yourself to a little candy while you read."

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October 5, 2026
By jannelle sanchez
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Five Gifts for New Mothers

Like, slip-on shoes and meals that aren't dinner.

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By Joanna Goddard
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Have a Lovely Weekend.

12 links, including a kitchen makeover and the big fall nail color.

161 COMMENTS
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By Hallie Bateman
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Grocery Shopping With a Baby

As a mom of twins, I just went grocery shopping alone with one baby for the first time...

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