Latest Living Articles
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1 10 Great Wines for Under $20
A common misconception about wine is that is has to be expensive to be good. The fact is that anyone with good credit can lay down a Visa card, spend big, and get a tasty bottle. But the real fun is in finding wines that cost a fraction of the price ...
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2 Kelly Wearstler
Kelly Wearstler’s growing empire starts in Los Angeles, where her design firm and its posh but approachable style has helped define the modern aesthetic of the city, from its resorts and hotels to its most fashionable shops. Lately she’s ...
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3 Jamie Drake
Jamie Drake cemented his reputation as the quintessential New York decorator when New York mayor Mike Bloomberg selected him to design the interiors for the official mayoral residence, the newly renovated Gracie Mansion on Manhattan’s East Side...
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4 5 Ways to Bond With Your Family
It's easy to get overwhelmed by the day-to-day of keeping up with a home, family, or job. But to let that happen would defy the reasons you make the sacrifices: to support, nurture, and show love for your family. The good news is making meaningful co...
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5 Mediterranean Cocktail Party
No one can resist the temptation of the Mediterranean's crystal-blue water, idyllic beaches, and sensual flavors (think olives, citrus, and luxurious spreads). But not all of us can jump on a plane whenever we feel the urge to escape to the famed Riv...
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6 Larry Laslo
Larry Laslo began his long career as an advertising art director and illustrator, and his interiors still bear the stamp of a freewheeling imagination. In addition to using plush materials and saturating them with rich color, Laslo is known for tappi...
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7 Yifat Oren
Kevin Costner has Yifat Oren to thank for his picture-perfect Aspen mountaintop nuptials. Ditto for Mariska Hargitay, whose reception at a Montecito, Calif., estate had the look of an enchanted forest. An award-winning event designer, the recipient o...
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8 Jean-Georges Vongerichten
Madonna. Cher. Prince. Jean-Georges. Some stars are so recognizable by their first names there’s no need to bother with their last, and this French-born chef is one of them. The owner of more than a dozen restaurants around the world, including...
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9 Nigella Lawson
One part sugar and two parts spice, Lawson is the award-winning author of several bestselling cookbooks, including Feast: Food to Celebrate Life, Nigella Bites, How to Be a Domestic Goddess, and the recently released Nigella Express, which is packed ...
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10 Creative Cooking With Cheese
Cheese plates have been a standby at cocktail and dinner parties for years. But there are far more creative ways to celebrate the divine dairy product. Next time you’re considering serving cheese as an appetizer, first course or finale, turn to...
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11 Jonathan Adler
My Prescription for Anti-Depressive Living, the title of Jonathan Adler’s home-decorating bible, explains a lot about the man and his work. Similarly, Happy Home—the moniker for his bedding, dinnerware, table linens, and stationery lines&...
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12 Emma Jane Pilkington
Emma Jane Pilkington’s split upbringing in Australia and Greenwich, Conn., sets her apart from the rising generation of New York decorators. Employing influences from around the globe, she has a bohemian touch that banishes any hint of pretensi...
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13 5 Ways to a Stress-Free Spring Cleaning
In this season of renewal, it doesn’t fly to take a deep breath of spring air and inhale an airborne dust bunny. Just as we want the most bang for our buck, when it comes to spring cleaning, we want the most sparkle for our scrub. Your precious...
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14 10 Easy Eco-Friendly Habits
The way to save the planet is not through a big initiative by governments or giant corporations. It’s a million little gestures made by everyday people on a regular basis. If you think going green is an overwhelming notion, integrate the follow...
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15 Sofia Crokos
A wedding orchestrated by Sofia Crokos is anything but a cookie-cutter affair. Capturing a couple’s personality and determining how to best let it shine through is priority number one for the Manhattan-based planner.
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16 The 5 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Redecorating
From: Erika Lenkert
Fri May 2, 12:00:53 pm
Scan the web and you’ll find tons of tips on home remodeling and redecorating. But what about what not to do? We asked five of the nation’s top interior designers what they considered the biggest mistakes people make when redesigning thei...
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17 10 Tips for Air Travel With Young Children
From: Erika Lenkert
Wed Apr 30, 11:28:31 am
By Erika Lenkert, author of The Real Deal Guide to Pregnancy There’s no way to plan for all the unexpected adventures that accompany traveling with a little one. But there are ways to ensure that you have enough fun to make you want to l...
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18 How to Throw The Ultimate Mexican Fiesta
From: Karen Palmer
Wed Apr 23, 12:05:46 pm
South-of-the-border entertaining doesn’t have to be defined by chips and salsa and sicky-sweet margarita mix. Instead, take cues from some of the country’s upscale Mexican eateries. With their décor, drink, and food ideas you can t...
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19 10 Fresh Tips for Greener Living
From: Christie Matheson
Sat Apr 19, 09:26:36 pm
By now most women of the world have heard the same basic tips for earth-friendly living countless times. If you’re ready to go for a deeper shade of green—but still want changes that are simple to make and won’t compromise your styl...
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20 Five Ways to Honor Mom
From: Mari Tzikas
Sat Apr 19, 08:02:39 pm
Though celebrating Mom should be a perennial practice, Mother’s Day is a worthy way of showering her with the praise she deserves. This year, go beyond the staid flowers and fragrances and present her with a creative, thoughtful gift that fully...
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