September 2024

Taking Agency

THERE COMES A TIME when many of us discover we want to redefine ourselves. For some of us, it's early in our family life or careers, or maybe it's a classic midlife crisis when we reevaluate our job or living situation. For many of us, there's a moment-- generally in our 50s-- when we begin to realize, My time on Earth is finite. If I'm lucky, I have this many years left.

Coziest Bakes of the Season

Sweepstakes

Home Upkeep Checklist

Pamela's Path

Seasonal Change-Ups

Mums GO GLAM

This autumn staple shows off its sophisticated side in a high-impact tablescape by floral designer Ariella Chezar.

High Style

The latest pieces from the Better Homes & Gardens line at Walmart are like a tour of the best new furniture trends. Pull up a seat and take a spin.

Embrace Fearless COLOR

"My goal as a designer is to free folks from feeling like there are rules, shoulds, or should nots," Noz Nozawa says. Instead, the San Francisco-based creative believes good design comes from recognizing inspiration all around you.

Next-Wave Stylemakers

These 11 content creators are some of our favorite up-and-comers making a splash on Instagram and TikTok. You'll want to keep an eye on this new class of creatives.

Paradise CONTAINED

Gardening expert Sarah Raven shares her ideas for potting plants this fait that will turn your garden into a spring Eden.

Say Cheese!

The photographers behind some of our favorite Instagram pets share their best tips for stepping up your photo game.

What the Pros KNOW

In her new book, creative director and decor expert Dara Caponigro peeks into the playbooks of some of the best interior designers working today, analyzing their moves and showing yon how to make them your own. Here she teaches you seven winning decor plays to try at your house.

What's Your STYLE POV?

How do you want your home to feel? Cozy and calm? Playful and energetic? At one with nature? Well, you're in luck-- there's a decorating style for that. Join us as we explore the hallmarks of four trending yet timeless decor styles. Once you know how your favorite one comes together, find freedom in creating your own style point of view.

TEXAS COOL

In the Venn diagram of their lives-- one that includes Hollywood A-list projects, rescued farm animals, music, and visual arts-- Harper Smith and Cameron Duddy find their farmhouse smack-dab in the center of it all.

BLOOM WHERE YOU'RE PLANTED

Flowers, flowers everywhere. Learn from one gardener's landscape to create your own backyard cutting garden.

Photo Finish

IT'S A PERPETUAL VACATION IN PHOTOGRAPHER GRAY MALIN'S CALIFORNIA HOME, WHERE HIS DREAMY IMAGERY SETS A CLASSIC COASTAL TONE.

THE WAY IT WAS

The little Maine cottage may be 164 years old, but to writer Kathleen Hackett, it's her family's baby to care for. She gives us the personal tour in her own words.

Small Steps, Big Impact

These eco-warrior stylemakers are inspiring others to live in better harmony with our planet. Their actionable advice can have a positive environmental effect for all of us.

In the Know

Financial pros advise checking your 401(k) or other retirement/savings accounts one to four times each year to make sure your investments are on track with your long-term goals.

Liz Lange

The fashion designer has made a storied career out of fearlessly trusting her style instincts.