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Supercharge your laundry day! Kelsey Hansen, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek Do you feel thatcold wind? That’s rightwinter is coming. Photo:Kelsey Hansen, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek Ready for a supercharged laundry day? Here are eight items to clean before winter. Outerwear Do you remember spilling hot chocolate on your winter coat last season? What about when you were playing with that cute, furry puppy? After all, you dont want to get caught in the cold with adirty coat....

Want a refresh without a full remodel? Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Getty Images Kitchen hardware is just like jewelryan eye-catching finishing touch. We asked designers about their favorite kitchen hardware trends for cabinets and drawers right now. Photo:Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Getty Images Heres what they had to say. Push-to-open designs Giaquinto says some homeowners are forgoing handles altogether and selecting cabinets with push-to-open mechanisms. They reduce visual clutter and offer a sleek design for child- or pet-proofing....

From gorgeous textiles to all-over color, this year is all about cozy comfort. Stacy Zarin Goldberg In some ways, no room reflects a houses residents more than theliving room. According to designerHeather Petersonof Heather Peterson Design, those off-beat pieces have earned their place, too. Photo:Stacy Zarin Goldberg Furniture you dont have to fret over. “The result is a comfortable, found look with a unique point of view. Saturated tones can feel both grounding and expressive, explains Swabb....

From cascading strands to shaggy layers. Theyre the secret to instant dimension and effortless texture, and they can be completely customized to you. Need a little less bulk? Photo:@cheveux_de_raul/Instagram Prefer astyle thats low-maintenancebut still looks polished? For some inspiration, we asked celebrity hairstylists to share their favorite long layered hairstyles trending right now. The ends are softly textured for a polished yet effortless look. Its perfect for anyone seeking a glamorous, red-carpet-ready vibe thats easy to style for everyday wear....

With the right flower choices, your window boxes will turn heads. Here are the best window box flowers to choose for both sunny and shady spots. Marigold Getty Images Marigolds have instantly recognizable pom-pom-like blooms that offer bright pops of yellow and orange. Photo:Vaivirga/Getty Images Plus, they aredrought-tolerant flowers, so they will survive a skipped watering. Nasturtiums also have long, vining stems that offer a striking trailing effect in window boxes....

These pretty plants are positively foolproof. Some perennials are easier to care for compared to others, thoughbut not the foolproof plants on this list. Additionally, they are soeasy to divide. Photo:Alpamayo Photo/Getty Images Once mature, I divide them in half or quarters. For that reason, she recommends placing them behind smaller flowers in your garden bed. This beautiful, herbaceous perennial comes back bigger and better every year and is perfect for clipping....

Plus one great glute stretch! They are a massive muscle group that essentially connects the upper and lower halves of the body." The Importance of Glute Strength Your glutes contribute to everything from standing to walking to climbing stairs. Photo:Grace Canaan Struggling with lower back pain?The Journal of Physical Therapy Sciencesays weak glutes may also be to blame. Shenn recommends practicing Pilates at least once a week to start. “In Pilates, technique is everything....

Breathing exercises are an accessible entry point into mindfulness, because you already know how to inhale and exhale. Start with these eight mindfulness breathing techniques. This bang out of exercise doesn’t involve manipulating or forcing your breath. Begin by breathing normally, focusing on each inhale and exhale as it comes. Repeat until you begin to feel calmer and more relazed. Repeat at a slow and steady pace. Go ahead and engage your vocal cords, if you like....

If your bird feeder isn’t a bird magnet, these snafus could be why. Put out a moderate amount of seed and replenish it every few days, as needed. If you want to attract a variety of birds, use different feeders. Photo:Ingunn B. Haslekaas/Getty Images “Doves and sparrows are happy to scratch around on the ground to find seeds. When choosing a placement, a tree branch with nothing around it is a good option....

Definitely dont give eggs a rinse. Furthermore, aim to chooseGrade A or AA eggswith clean, uncracked shells. When purchasing egg products or substitutes, look for containers that are tightly sealed. kutaytanir According to the USDA, temperature fluctuation is critical to safety, especially when it comes to eggs. Additionally, after eggs are refrigerated, they need to stay that way. see to it your fridge is set at 40F or below, and keep the eggs in their carton....

Dont even think about using your dishwasher. Firmafotografen/Getty Images Knivesare a chefs most important tool. And if youre mistreating your knives, youre missing out on valuable culinary potential. Photo:Firmafotografen/Getty Images “Dry your knife right away after washing. Don’t let it sit, says Chaya Rappoport, Culinary Manager atJewish Food Society. Leaving your knife to air dry can dull the blade more quickly or even cause rust. Of course, this also means dont leave your knives soaking in the sink overnight either....

Berries, carrots, and more. Alexander Spatari/Getty Images As the warm summer months approach, so do the threats ofsun damageandpainful sunburns. Vitamin C also increases collagen synthesis, which contributes to skin appearance and health. Photo:Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Vitamin E As another potent antioxidant,vitamin Ealso offers plenty of natural sunblock properties. Niacinamide can rebuild healthy skin cells while alsoprotecting them from free radical damagedue to UV radiation, explains Hilbert. This vitamin may be effective for lightening dark spots andincreasing collagen production, too....

Time to plan your next Aldi trip! Aldi Grocery shoppersacross the country have spoken, and theyve chosen the eight best Aldi products money can buy. What Are the Product of the Year Awards? Photo:Aldi Each year, roughly 40,000 American shoppers vote in a national study conducted by Kantar to crown the winners. This year, the winning items span 42 distinct categories across food and home. Curious to know which Aldi items are a cut above the rest?...