30 Fall Products Southern Living Readers Shop Year After Year

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Including finds from Lodge, Yankee Candle, and OPI. For example, this microwave-safe bacon dish was a reader-favorite. Credit:Southern Living / Madison Woiten Instead, make the most of your time cozying up with friends and family. These wooden leaf utensils are beautiful and functional,one customerwrote. [They] are a lovely addition to my kitchen tools. Credit:Amazon Did we mention each piece is hand-crafted?...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 167 words · Jillian Cooper

30 Family Traditions To Start With Your Kids

Cherish family time with these everyday and special occasion traditions. (More on that later.) Pick a few to try out at home, and you’ll be making new memories in no time. Credit:Cary Jobe A tradition is much more likely to hold if it’s one that everyone in the family enjoys. Think about the things your family likes to do. Do you play games often or does your bunch have a competitive streak?...

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 802 words · Brandi Henderson

30 Festive Small Towns That Promise A Charming Christmas Getaway

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Celebrate the spirit of the season. ), and scenic horse-drawn carriage rides you could wish for. Credit: Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau to catch this place during Christmastime. The North Georgia town is draped in twinkling lights and overrun with rambling horse-drawn carriages. We know, what a problem to have. Credit: Robbie Caponetto The town’s month-long celebration features everything from a hometown parade to a charming tree lighting....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 640 words · Edward Rogers

30 Flattering Hairstyles To Wear With A Middle Part

There’s no getting bored with these symmetrical styles. Sick and tired of the same old hairstyle? A middle part is classic for a reason. Credit: @jessiedaoudhair It’s universally flattering and able to be styled in many different ways. If you’re feeling humdrum about your current look, consider trying out one of these middle part hairstyles. One of our favorite lengths is a bob that hits just below the chin. Credit: @kaansayar1...

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 430 words · Mike Gentry

30 Flattering Layered Haircuts For Long Hair That Feel Instantly Refreshed

Craving a change without having to make a big chop? We’ve got you covered. Basically, if you have long hair, layering can almost always offer a major refresh. Credit:Instagram/@charlieandcosalons Here are the best layered haircuts for long hair to consider for your next appointment. Classic Bangs Forget the trends:This fringed lookis as classic as it gets. With longer face-framing layers underneath the bangs, they will all grow out beautifully without constant maintenance....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 543 words · Jennifer Booth

30 Flattering Short Hairstyles For Fine Hair

Master your hair bang out with a few snips. Having thin hair doesn’t always mean you don’t have a lot of hair. Regardless, bulking up your defenses with the perfecttrendy haircutis the right move. Credit:@anhcotran A shorter haircut will help get rid of the weight pulling those limp strands down. These 30 flattering short hairstyles for fine hair will help you master your mane in a few snips. This hairstyle is a classic bob that curls into the face to make a flattering and maintainable look....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 401 words · Sally Thomas

30 Flattering Short Hairstyles For Thick Hair

Embrace thick hair with these classy short haircuts. @styledby_carolynn Havingthick hairis a blessing, but that sought-after thickness comes with some hard-to-like quirks. It can also be more difficult to force into just any haircut. Credit:@styledby_carolynn Ashort haircutwill always work wonders for thick hair. This hairstyle is a dark brown lob that has been flipped at the ends for a wispy look. This haircut features afringe bangthat adds a full, voluminous look....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 693 words · Amy Williams

30 Formal Living Room Ideas That Are Far From Stuffy

These company-approved spaces also deserve some daily use! However, including these more formal spaces in your home shouldn’t mean sacrificing practicality. What Differentiates A Formal Living Room From A Family Room? Credit: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREY W. GLENN; STYLING BY KENDRA SURFACE “Both rooms are meant for living, but the inhabitants and frequency of use set them apart.” A similar color palette keeps the space cohesive. In the2019 Idea House, designer Heather Chadduck Hillegas incorporated multi-purpose garden stools....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Brett Craig

30 Front Porch Ideas For Decorating The Ultimate Inviting Entry

These front porch decorating ideas are welcoming and stylish. When decorating your front porch, check that to avoid overstuffing it. If you only have room on your porch for rocking chairs or a bench, that’ll do it. Credit:Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Lizzie Cullen Cox Add some cushions and a side table to bolster the effect. Having plants on your front porch reinforces the signs of an active home. Add lots of colors with the plants or pots they’re in....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 678 words · David Schroeder

30 Graham Cracker Desserts To Satisfy Your Sweet Cravings

Get ready for plenty of sweet, buttery, crumbly goodness. Arrange your fruit along with someedible flowersto create an upscale look. We promise, no special machinery is needed. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox It’s everything you love about banana splits, but in a big-batch, birthday-ready package. It’s a classic,no-bake recipethat won’t disappoint. The graham cracker streusel gives the muffins an elevated flavor profile plus a lovely crunch. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox...

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 718 words · Wanda Jackson

30 Gray And White Kitchen Ideas We Love

There’s a reason these classic neutrals will never go out of style. Gocoastalwith a breezy green-gray or dial in classic cottage style with painted gray floors. Balance Natural Wood Warm colors and textures givethis new homeold soul. Credit:James Ransom The smooth gray cabinetry is the perfect tie between the dark soapstone and soft white walls. to this clean and bright kitchen. Give it a Shine Large spaces shouldn’t loose their comfort....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 345 words · Michael Chavez

30 Guest Bathroom Ideas For A Welcoming Stay

These tips are sure to leave your guests impressed. Plus, a handwritten welcome note and vase with a fresh bloom or two to go the extra mile. However, preparing for house guests extends beyond fresh sheets. Credit:Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Barbara Schmidt Here are 30 tips for a comfortable space and welcoming guest bathroom. Simple gray and white tile keep the guest bath’s character from feeling overwhelming. Splurge On Guest-Only Linens Consider putting asideguest-only linens....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 586 words · Joshua Nelson

30 Hair Colors For Women Over 50 That Will Always Be In Style

Instagram/@styled_by_carolynn Try as we might, we can’t outrun timeand that’s okay. Misty Ash Mauve Pham does it again withthis smoky mauve. Sometimes, old hair color and new gray can create a brassy overtone. Credit:Instagram/@styled_by_carolynn Plus, a few gentle highlights will be easy to grow out without constant maintenance. Deep Auburn Liven up your brunette locks by going rich red. Not to mention, it will cure any dullness you’re feeling with your usual hair color....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 439 words · Mark Lopez