Do you have to be hot at work? Eight people on how looks influence their jobs
It promised the American workforce "scientific" proof that certain clothes could "increase your income" and "boost your status". It offered searing advice like: "Sweaters give out nothing but negative impulses … they say…
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Bette Midler's '80s NYC Apartment Featured an 18th-Century Furnishing That's Becoming a Sleeper Hit for 2026
Silhouettes from the '70s, '80s, and '90s have slipped back into the design mainstream, and homeowners are turning to spaces decorated by their parents or grandparents for inspiration. At Homes & Gardens , we're looking…
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You’d Never Guess This Mid-Century-Inspired Side Table Is Under $100 at Target – It’s a Multifunctional Small-Space Must-Have
When space is tight, you can rarely choose form over function. Target's Octagon Side Table is my most recent find that fits the bill. It's a new arrival from Threshold's fall drop ; one that instantly caught my eye. Its…
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Habitat just launched a 'pillow' sofa bed for £235, and I think this soft and squishy look is about to become the next big trend
Especially if you want a budget-friendly design that's perfect for smaller homes. The brand has just launched a brand new collection of sofa and chair beds, and there's one design in particular that has really caught my…
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Shop 16 Of The Best Large Houseplants To Add Height, Texture And Greenery To Any Space
From statuesque olive trees and elegant palm trees to fiddle leaf figs and dramatic bird of paradise plants, there's a surprisingly broad choice of tall indoor plants to suit every interior style and skill level. The…
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This new armchair from Habitat’s autumn 2026 collection looks designer – but it’s under £300, so snap it up while you can
Several pieces from the range are already trending, including the new Habitat Drape armchair . The Habitat autumn/winter 2026 lookbook was released at the end of last month, confirming the trending autumn colour palette…
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Car hire firm told me I was a ‘no-show’ so I lost £185
My flight was severely delayed, and when I reached the car hire desk, I was told I'd been marked down as a "no-show" and that my car had been rehired. Under duress, I was forced to hire a larger car for twice the price…
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Octopus Energy is urging customers to avoid using electricity during the solar eclipse – what you need to know
On Wednesday 12 August, people across the UK will see an almost total eclipse for the first time this century. But this historical event is also a prime opportunity to save energy and money at home. If you’re looking to…
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Hundreds in London flats left without regular running water since last year
Taps have been running dry in nine blocks in Tower Hamlets, where residents have been forced to use bottled water while their landlord, the housing association Poplar Harca, delayed works to solve the problem. In the…
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Backyard Brunch, Anyone? 24 Pieces We’d Never Host Without
Host a backyard brunch, and nobody’s straining themselves to wake up too early. The menu gets to play both sides, with sweet and savory sharing the table, while sundresses and linen button-downs threaten to upstage the…
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