The Best Fall Garlands of 2026 — 20 Beautiful Picks to Welcome the Changing Season

Made to mimic the vibrant foliage that defines the season, these garland strands bring outdoor elegance inside, making our living spaces feel effortlessly inviting and undeniably fall-inspired. They are also a versatile…

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Inside the Transformation of a Dated Victorian Villa Into a Dream Family Home

So it was quite a discovery for Laura Stephens ’ clients to find a distinguished Victorian villa in this state, and to have the freedom to transform it into a dream house. Overlooking one of south-west London’s leafy…

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How to Make Portable Air Conditioner Window Seals Look More Attractive – 5 Simple Ways to Keep Your Space Cool Without Sacrificing Style

July marked the hottest month ever for the contiguous United States,* and the August forecast only predicts more major-to-extreme heat risks. It's certainly not time, therefore, to put any air conditioning units back…

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What Your Sunflowers Need in August to Extend Their Bright, Cheerful Display Into Fall

This summer, however, is hitting a little differently. This August, I am giving them a little more care and attention than I usually would, owing to the intense heatwaves and lack of rain we've experienced. The…

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Books Are Fine, But Jackie Kennedy's '70s NYC Apartment Proves That the Best Coffee Table Styling Is a Little Weird

For fear of making their space look too cluttered, many people tend to go too minimal or generic with unoffensive pieces, resulting in a finish that feels listless and unfocused. However, Jackie Kennedy's…

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How To Help Your Backyard Hummingbirds In August – 5 Ways to Support These Beautiful Creatures as They Prepare for Migration

If you have hummingbird feeders expect plenty of hungry birds to gather in your yard as they stock up on essential nourishment for the gruelling migration journey that lies ahead. You can play a key role in supporting…

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Unemployed young people to join AI boot camps to get job-ready

The government's latest attempt to address the crisis in Neets – young people not in work or education – involves turning to a technology that many view as a potential threat to employment. A pilot in north-west England…

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I Saw This $38 Solar Chandelier at a Friend’s Wedding – and Now I’m Copying the Wire-Free Hack on My Patio

At one I attended recently, I found myself wondering: how on earth are little chandeliers hanging from those trees? Wires through… wood? I don’t think so. I asked around and, to my surprise, discovered they’re an elegant…

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What to Do With Cosmos During the August Heatwave to Prevent Wilting and Boost Blooms

If you grew cosmos from seed this year, August is the month when a little attention can keep plants flowering generously well into early fall. If you want to grow cosmos , you’ll find they are relatively low-maintenance…

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For Those Who Aren’t Ready to Say Goodbye to Summer, Serena & Lily’s Fall 2026 Collection Is the Perfect Transition

It’s the coastal cool we’ve always known, now leaning into richer tones and tactile textures. Expect grainy Italian leather, bouclé, velvet, even rattan, appearing in a new, slightly less summery way. Pieces like the…

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