They Swiped and Immediately ‘Clicked’

The main character at Dolly Lana Meckler’s wedding was probably her dress: a theatrical, reconstructed Pucci gown that was more than two years in the making. Her parents, both “eccentric” artists, first spotted the dress at a Pucci store at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in Woodbury, N.Y., in February 2022, Ms. Meckler said. They sent…

Sauce Recipes

Last week, Danielle, a “long-time reader, first-time caller,” reached out with a newsletter prompt too good to refuse: She needs help building a sauce library but is “overwhelmed by all the potential.” (As someone often paralyzed by choice, I get it.) “I’d like to find a collection of five or so sauces that pack a…

The 8 Best Floor Lamps to Brighten Any Room

Classic Look Ebern Designs Chattahoochee Arched Floor Lamp Credit: Wayfair Pros Bends to different angles Cons Too short for some spaces For a classic, no-frills option, try this affordable style. Backed by over 1,500 five-star reviews, it has an adjustable fabric shade and comes in six metal finishes for the base. Dimensions: Width: 14 inches;…