6 Great and Underrated Finds You Should Be Buying at Walmart iStock If you’re like us, you probably visit Walmart for the basics: tissues, toilet paper, groceries, and snacks. Maybe, a few times a year, you visit to buy a few pieces of furniture or add new T-shirts and socks to your wardrobe. In all of those categories, there are tons of deals to be had, whether you shop the store brand or opt for name-brand products....
6 Helpful Tips for Raising Teenagers Shutterstock This article was originally published in the Winter 2004 issue of Best Life magazine. My son’s relationship with me is almost like an illicit affair. He wouldn’t mind meeting me for pizza, but not in the town where we live, where people might see us. If we shoot baskets on a public court, it has to be across town, out of his school district....
6 Secrets About Shopping at Saks OFF 5TH, According to Retail Experts Ken Wolter / Shutterstock If you’re a luxury lover on a budget, then Saks OFF 5th is likely one of your top fashion destinations, whether you visit the store in person or shop online. The discount retailer sells everything the original Saks 5th Avenue department store does, but at incredible prices, either because the items are made special for the outlet or are overstock from Saks....
6 Things You Should Never Do at the Grocery Store, Etiquette Experts Say iStock / seb_ra The grocery store has long been one of the great crossroads of modern society, where the busy masses congregate to pick up essentials they’ll need for the week. Naturally, this also makes it one of the places where your conduct and interaction with others can really stand out—especially if things go wrong. But even as times and technology have changed, a few simple rules can help ensure you’re not being rude....
6 Tips for Revamping Your Wardrobe as You Get Older, Stylists Say Andrey Popov / Shutterstock “As we age, our personal style and fashion preferences may naturally evolve,” says Vivienne Desurmont , style expert and founder of Maison Vivienne . “Revamping your wardrobe allows you to align your clothing choices with your current lifestyle, interests, and personality, enhancing your overall confidence.” Not only that, but Desurmont notes that as your body changes with age, you may find certain pieces don’t fit quite as well....
6 Underrated TV Series to Binge Before the Year Ends Peacock This year has so far proven to be an overall above-average year for television. Yet, there’s no denying that some fan favorites have hit the skids lately (I’m looking squarely at you, Yellowjackets and The Bear !), which have taken attention away from other fledgling productions. Instead of reflexively diving back into an underwhelming new season of a former favorite (or if you’ve already managed to watch all of the new Netflix shows this month ), your time and enjoyment might better be served by queueing up some of the unsung great shows that were released since January....
6 Ways to Prevent Gray Hair From Turning Yellow, According to Experts Prostock-studio/Shutterstock Taking care of your hair, no matter what style or color you are rocking, should be a regular part of your beauty regimen. Embracing gray hair seems to be more and more popular these days, whether it’s a bit salt and peppery or full on silver. There are even a lot of benefits to going gray, but it’s important to keep the strands healthy....
7 Best Dog Gates to Keep Your Pup Put Alex Zotov / Shutterstock There are lots of reasons to invest in a dog gate—from keeping your pet out of certain rooms while you’re potty training them to preventing them from charging at the door when guests arrive. When choosing the best dog gates for your home, Brett Reynolds , director of dog care at The Dog Stop , suggests considering whether you want a portable, temporary barrier or a more permanent fixture....
7 Best Five Below New Arrivals Hitting Shelves This Week Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva With prices continuing to climb at dollar stores, Five Below is starting to be on par with these discount retailers. So, naturally, bargain hunters are expanding their shopping sprees to include all the latest and greatest goodies from this retailer. Ahead, check out the best new Five Below items hitting shelves this week. RELATED: 7 New Comforters From Walmart and Target Are Fall’s Coziest Decor ....
7 Best Luxury Candle Dupes at HomeGoods Right Now Shutterstock I have a confession to make: I am addicted to luxury candles. There is something about a gorgeous glass jar filled with scented wax that gives me all the feels. While I would love to fill my home with Capri Blue, Diptique, Jo Malone, Voluspa, and Le Labo Santal 33 candles, I can’t afford it. However, the other day I was at Homegoods and discovered so many great dupes at a fraction of the price of name brands....
7 Best Marshalls Gift Finds Hitting Stores This Week Shutterstock It’s not too early to start your holiday shopping, and Marshalls is making it easy. The discount store has fantastic gift finds arriving at its locations nationwide and on its website daily. I recently visited my local store and was pleasantly surprised by all the name-brand items I found for less. Here are the 7 best Marshalls gifts in stores this week....
7 Best New Hobby Lobby Christmas Finds Landing in Stores Now Shutterstock Christmas is in full swing at Hobby Lobby ! The store has been stocking holiday items for months and is definitely at its peak right now. While many of the most viral items have sold out, new arrivals hit shelves daily. My advice? If you see something you think you like, throw it in your cart ASAP or it might be sold out next time you check....
7 Best New Marshalls Christmas Gifts Under $15 Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Have you shopped at Marshalls this week? There are so many amazing new arrivals hitting the aisles and website daily, some of them so unbelievably cheap, I can’t believe it. The store is an especially great resource for gifts at every price point, even under $15. I found so many items for everyone on my list. What should you toss in your cart?...
7 Clothing Items to Never Wear Through Airport Security, Experts Say baona / iStock The 20 minutes spent going through airport security are often the most stressful of any trip. It seems like every time you go through the process, the rules change . Sometimes, you need to remove your shoes, while other times, you can leave them on. Half the time, your bag goes in a bin, while the other half, you can push it through the X-ray machine on its own....
7 Key Things to Know Before Going to a Tailor Shutterstock Getting a flawless fit in clothing bought off the racks is a dream that doesn’t happen often—especially if you’re between sizes or have some height advantages or disadvantages. When that’s the case, a good tailor can alter your new clothes and turn ill-fitting and unflattering silhouettes into polished pieces that fit you like a glove. A skilled tailor can transform everyday clothing into custom-fitted garments that can help you exude confidence, comfort, and style ....
7 New Comforters From Walmart and Target Are Fall’s Coziest Decor Image: Shutterstock; Design: Canva As my husband will tell you, I’m a terrible sleeper. My mind starts racing when the lights go out, and even if he’s breathing a little too loudly, it’ll wake me up. Therefore, I put a lot of thought into creating a sleep-friendly bed, from the cooling sheets I splurge on to the dozens of pillows I’ve tested....
7 Plants That Attract Deer to Your Yard, Experts Say Shutterstock Deer have become an increasingly common sight in suburbs across the country. With fewer acres of forest to roam in, the animals make their way down residential sidewalks and into backyards. In the small town of Fair Haven, New Jersey, residents recently received an email warning them to stay away from a particular street where a doe protecting her baby deer was “displaying aggressive behavior toward dogs and their owners....
7 Ways to Grow Wealth Now That Inflation Is Below 3% for the First Time Since 2021 Shutterstock Inflation fell just below 3 percent (2.9 percent) for the first time since 2021, which makes it the perfect time to look at your financial matters with a fresh perspective. But how can you take advantage of the current economic climate? “The top ways to grow your wealth are really simple, almost deceptively so,” self-made millionaire and author of I Will Teach You to Be Rich Ramit Sethi tells CNBC ....
8 Mountains With the Most Epic Views in the U.S. iStock There is something undeniably invigorating about standing on the top of a mountain and getting to experience the view of a lifetime. Some views are so staggeringly stunning that people plan entire vacations around them. While reaching some of the highest peaks entail strenuous hikes suitable for more experienced trekkers, others are easy enough for novice hikers, and some can even be reached by car or gondola....
8 Strength Training Tips for Beginners Shutterstock If you’re new to fitness or working out, it can be intimidating to venture to the gym—and once you’re there, it’s also difficult to know where to start. If you’re unfamiliar with the machines, you might head to the cardio section and spend time on the treadmill or elliptical rather than veer outside of your comfort zone. But in reality, strength training is just as—if not more—important than cardio....
