7 Gift Ideas Everyone Will Love

Cute and quirky gifts are fun, but sometimes you’re on the hunt for a present you already know will be a crowd-pleaser—something that’s exciting, yet doesn’t involve a deep-dive into your giftee’s upcoming astrological alignment. Need some inspiration? We’ve rounded up seven gift ideas that are sure to win anyone over—bosses, in-laws, and best friends…

When Your Makeup Is the Party

Rachel Goodwin, a makeup artist in Los Angeles, thinks we’re living through a rare makeup moment. “It hasn’t been this experimental since the 1980s,” she said. This modern makeup is characterized by an adventurous spirit. Bright eyeliner is applied in doodles or at sharp angles far away from the lash line. Crystals and glitter are…

Meet the Designers from Project Runway Season 18

Melanie Trygg Hometown: Bainbridge Island, Washington Currently: Orcas Island, Washington Competitive advantage: Because I live in such a remote area, I think my relatively grounded energy and lack of exposure to current trends will help me to keep my unique point of view. Biggest influences: The untouched beauty of nature in the Pacific Northwest, paired…

The Year’s Best Pastry Cookbooks

Good morning. My friend Kurt makes the cornbread dressing we eat every year on Thanksgiving, has done so for 20 years, and for each and every one of them he’s made enough to feed an army. Leftover dressing is a highlight of my post-Thanksgiving nights, well into this week. Maybe that’s the case for you…

Trends in Alcohol at Weddings

When it comes to weddings, a lot goes into planning to make sure the guests have the time of their lives. From decorations to the details of the menu, there’s a lot of decisions that the bride and groom must make to make their happily ever after a reality. The menu may seem like one…