We’re getting closer and closer to kissing 2020 goodbye and honestly, I couldn’t be happier. It’s been a very long year. 2020 definitely left its mark on all of us, and while we anxiously usher 2020 out of the door, we’ve got to be honest that our New Year’s Eve (NYE) celebrations will look a …
When my cofounder Danielle and I sat down in August 2011 to brainstorm what launching an online magazine would look like, we had a lot of lofty goals for this not-yet-existent company. We were 28 and 25-years-old respectively, basically strangers. We both had full-time jobs to tend to, and let me just say, we had …
This New Year will be like other New Years: you’ll get tired trying to stay up past midnight, you might wear something sparkly (glitter eyeshadow with your sweatpants counts), and you’ll probably make a list of resolutions. You’ll reflect on the lessons you learned from the past year and think about what accomplishments you want …
During most of the year, I’d consider myself to be a tough movie critic. Trust me, I don’t mean to be a film snob—the truth is, I’m just a tired person. A movie has to be pretty damn good to keep my attention or else I’ll inevitably “rest my eyes” and fall into a deep, …
Holiday decor doesn’t have to be swathed in red and green to be festive and it certainly doesn’t have to be traditional or classic to be beautiful. This Michigan home is proof that beautiful holiday decor makes things oh so magical no matter what. Brilliantly (if I do say so myself, as someone who also …
As a lifelong Chicagoan, every year since I can remember, the holiday season doesn’t feel like it’s really here until a day in the city full of Christkindlmarket, hot chocolate, Millennium Park, and seeing the Macy’s Christmas tree with my family. It’s always freezing cold, and we’re all bundled up so much we can hardly …
If you’re dreaming of a frothy, sweet Christmas replete with soft pinks, creams, and greens (and a gorgeous flocked tree), then just wait until you lay your eyes on yoga teacher, actor, and blogger Kristen Garaffo‘s Maryland apartment. Her subtle decor feels calming and serene, just what we all need after a chaotic 2020. Bottle …
While this time of year is traditionally full of opportunities for celebration, there are many for whom the holidays can be an isolating and difficult season to get through. With the year that we’ve had, it’s also likely that for some, this is their first holiday season alone. And while spending time with ourselves is …
Like many, I’m used to gathering with large groups of loved ones all throughout the holiday season, and Christmas Day usually involves hanging out around the tree with my family. While that won’t be happening this year, there are still plenty of ways to bring a little magic to the season. I, for one, am …
Christmas decor doesn’t have to be overwhelming to make a big impact. Don’t believe us? Just look at Sarah Lyon‘s home in Washington, D.C. Sarah used organic touches (including plenty of greenery) to transform her 650-square foot apartment into a chic winter wonderland. Her secret special touch this year? Real garland instead of the faux …