One of the most difficult aspects of planning a girls trip is figuring out where to go. Everyone has a different opinion, and theres always a range of requests to accommodate or consider. Luckily, theres one state that caters to all kinds of trips: North Carolina. Credit: Peter Frank Edwards Here are the best places for a girlfriend getaway in North Carolina. Hendersonville Theres no better place to catch up than a peaceful retreat in the mountains of Hendersonville....

This is your sign to try out a new color, shape, or length this year. The creamy, latte-brown color can transcend seasons as a warm neutral. Barely-there neutral nail colors are being asked for even more than your trusty white Funny Bunny. Credit:Courtesy Olive & June The goal is for your nails to look natural, but a little bit better. Groomed, shiny, and slightly washed in color. It’s basic, clean, and flattering....

And thats the case for each one of these Walmart Great Value brandgroceries. Priced at under $2 for a 20-ounce bottle, its practically a steal. Priced at $1 a box, theres no reason not to give it a try. Credit: Chris Hondros/Getty Images They also peel beautifully. One editor says she goes to Walmart specifically for this chopped romaine mix. It’s just the right amount of chopped and so leafy, she says....

Transform your kitchen into an iconicNew Orleansrestaurant by making our Shrimp-and-Sausage Gumbo or the Chicken-Andouille Gumbo with Roasted Potatoes. You will love the spicy Creole and Cajun flavors and aromas. After you taste this delicious dish, you may not care what it’s called. Credit:Dotdash Meredith Shrimp-And-Sausage Gumbo Our Test Kitchen favorite, this Shrimp-and-Sausage Gumbo will warm you from the inside out. We added a few extras, like diced tomatoes for a touch of acidity....

Keep these tips in mind next time you go thrifting. “Ask yourself some questions: will I be proud toown this in my home? Will I put this on my bookshelf for display? Credit:Laurey W. Glenn Or will this be an item I give away?” Here are 8 items you should never buy secondhand to keep your home happy and healthy. Mattresses & Bedding Morse says a mattress is definitely something she would neverbuy secondhand....

Designers weigh in on what they’re happy to say goodbye to. Here are the home renovation trends designers say they’re ready to see the last of and why. We are always advocating for more character through warm tones, natural materials, and subtle contrasts. Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Page Mullins She notes that with recent higher costs of living, many people are spending more time at home. I want our clients to create and live in spaces that transcend the time....

From Ava Gardner to Zelda Fitzgeraldand more iconic Southern women. If time allows, peruse the art gallery and pop into the gift shop for a souvenir. Today, theLucy Craft Laney Museum of Black Historyis open to visitors. McNay Art Museum in San Antonio.Credit:Robbie Caponetto and are somewhat familiar with scouting. In 1953, the Girl Scouts purchased her childhood home and turned it into theJuliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum. Although the Fitzgerald’s time there was short, the entire home is dedicated to their legacy....

Plus, tips for properly cleaning these forgotten items. To clean the coils on your refrigerator or freezer Lane recommends, starting by unplugging the appliance. To properly clean the trash can, Mock suggests starting by washing the can with hot, soapy water. Credit:Getty Images / Carol Yepes Submerge the garbage can and see to it to get soap and water across all the surfaces. Let it soak for about five minutes....

It’s just not a Southern garden without a hydrangea or two. Members of the familyHydrangeaceae, hydrangeas have big attractive blooms that make them the MVPs of the garden. (Have you seen the vibrant ‘Strawberry Sundae’ hydrangea?) Credit: azndc/Getty Images Those that have white flowers do not. It blooms in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June. macrophyllacan change colorbased on the pH of the soil. Credit: Luca Goemans / EyeEm/Getty Images...

Enhance the design of your outdoor garden with one of these beautiful outlines. Stones Ralph Anderson Stone is one of the best materials to use for edging your flower bed. Plus, being a natural material, it fits in easily with the environment. Credit:Roger Foley And, did we mention it’s inexpensive? Similar to stone, it also enhances the natural appeal of the area for a true nature-inspired garden. Lighter pebbles highlight your plants to create a vibrant garden that shows off your hard work....

Just a heads up! Pantry Goods And Outdated Spices Honestly, what’s a decluttering spree withoutorganizing your pantry? “Stale baking ingredients and old canned goods can affect the taste and quality of your meals. Credit:Getty Image Check expiration dates and toss anything past its prime,” says Williams. Right after your pantry raid, don’t forget to check your spices next. “If your spices have faded or lost their fragrance, it is time to change them....

Trash or treasureyou be the judge. A glimpse into a Southernersjunk draweris peek into their very soul. Its a secret horde with contents that communicate volumes about the folks who use it most. Junk Drawer.Credit: Jonrob via Getty Images While wed be scandalized to be labeled as hoarders, well let you be the judge. Here are some of items most commonly stashed in our Southern junk drawers. Pens & Pencils This just makes sense, right?...

“A kitchen should feel as sophisticated as the rest of the home, not like an afterthought.” “They show every fingerprint, smudge, and scratchnothing kills the aesthetic faster than constant upkeep.” Instead, the designer states, opt for surfaces that are lower maintenance yet still chic. Credit:Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Glazed Cabinets Just say no to glazed cabinets. “Inlay cabinets significantly reduce usable storagetypically by 15 to 20 percent,” she says....