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I’m inspired by my travels to Italy where hand painted ceramics are part of the aesthetic in this region of the world. I stumbled upon a collection of hand painted ceramic sinks that caught my eye. It’s been my experience that basin sinks are less practical for daily use in primary ...

I've always had a difficult relationship with shorts. Difficult in that I love them on other people but, on me, I hate to say it but I've always felt a little self-conscious when wearing them. My legs aren't the part of my body I love the most, and while I don't shy away from wearing dresses ...

Last week, I downloaded a new video game to play. And 30 minutes later, I uninstalled the game. Not because I didn’t like the game, but specifically because I liked the game too much. The game is called Dave the Diver, where you are a SCUBA Diver/Sushi restaurant owner. You spend each day diving ...

Imagine lounging by your pool on a hot, sunny day. The sun is blazing, and while the water offers a refreshing dip, the sweltering heat can turn any relaxing afternoon into an uncomfortable experience. This is where poolside umbrellas come into play. They provide much-needed shade, enhancing ...

I've never had a fringe (nor an inclination to get one), but, if there is one person convincing me to get one right now, it's Daisy Edgar-Jones. Ever since her wild West-inspired Who What Wear Cover and Twisters press tour, I've been totally obsessed with her boho fringe hairstyle looks, and ...

At the turn of the 20th century, cities around the world had a crappy problem that was getting worse by the day. Literally. Metropolises were rapidly growing in population, and thus so did the number of horse-drawn carriages to transport people from place to place. The problem? Horses generate a ...

A beautifully maintained pool deck not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your backyard but also ensures safety and longevity. For pool owners, understanding how to install and maintain a pool deck can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll provide you with essential tips to help ...

Pamela Anderson's elegant South of France wardrobe has just inspired my entire holiday packing list. Jetting off to the sun-drench coast, Anderson packed an enviable collection of light summer staples and classic buys. Using a clever packing formula, Anderson opted to stick to a bright white ...

Greetings from the Cinque Terre! I’m here with my 20 year old daughter, it’s her first glimpse of Italy. Today we’re taking a pesto making course in the town of Manarola at a restaurant with spectacular views (it’s ranked #1 on this list for its views). My girl is a foodie so I planned this ...

White midi skirts may get a lot of attention in the summer months, but I think black midi skirts might be even chicer. Just as versatile, the black hue is more synonymous with evening wear, which makes it feel polished by proxy. In fact, it's become the piece I reach for whenever I want to look ...

A beautifully maintained pool deck not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your backyard but also ensures safety and longevity. For pool owners, understanding how to install and maintain a pool deck can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll provide you with essential tips to help ...

Given that it's mid-July, the U.S. is deep in the dog days of summer, as they say. But somewhere that experiences fall-like weather for much of the summer is the UK. In fact, the BBC just reported that the UK had its hottest day of the year so far, in which the high temperature was 87 degrees. ...