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If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. It has a comfortable, relaxed fit. I also enjoy piecing together looks that are often hidden underneath layers in the winter. Photo:Real Simple The jacket hits at a flattering length right below my hips instead of looking overly baggy on me. I ordered it in my usual size, and it doesnt feel too tight on me. Instead, the jacket gives a stylish, slightly oversized look that I love....

Think of this as a giant sugar cookie topped with white chocolate, pistachio, and freeze-dried raspberries. Break it into pieces for a pretty holiday treat. Fred Hardy This is not your traditional holiday barkdare we say its better? Photo:Fred Hardy Its got it all. A crisp and butterypistachio cookiebase brightened with orange zest is topped with a silkywhite chocolatetopping. Sprinkles, coconut flakes, or chopped dried fruit would also be delightful....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Its designed with adjustable front straps, a seamless band, and lightly lined cups. Its seamless fit allows you to wear it under T-shirts, tank tops, blouses, or dresses. Photo:Real Simple Oneshopper wrote, This is the most comfortable bra Ive ever owned. I dont even feel that Im wearing anything at all. Its soft, lightweight, doesnt dig into my shoulders, and fits perfectly....

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. It cools “within minutes,” according to shoppers. Just when I thought all hope was lost, I stumbled across the best-sellingBlack+Decker Portable Air Conditioner. Photo:Real Simple / Tyler Roeland Originally $400, this Black+Decker unit is currently discounted to $351. They added that it cools down their room within minutes. Ahead, shop more portable air conditioner options available on Amazon right now....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. With seven interchangeable heads and a telescoping arm, it gets in hard-to-reach places. That was until electric spin scrubbers came along. Photo:Real Simple Now, it’s possible for you to clean the whole room at once without laboring on the ground! Plus, the scrubber provides up to 120 minutes of continuous cleaning on a single full charge. They also noted that the included attachments provided the perfect option for many home cleaning tasks....

Need help dividing household chores so it’s possible for you to stop fighting over dirty dishes? Our chore audit chart will stop the feuds once and for all. “Women often get the short end of the stick. Photo: Alexandra Iakovleva/Getty Images Here’s the tricky thing, though: The goal here really shouldn’t be a perfect 50/50. “We’ve got to give ourselves a little slack.” It’s a conversation and a process. Dusting icon: Getty Images; icons from Noun Project...

Relax your body and mind with these key moves. Before a workout, dynamic stretches, which involve continuous movement, are best. “You’re trying to combat daily stimulus that makes you tight and stiff,” she says. Photo: Getty Images This allows you to become familiar with how a muscle feels when it’s working, she explains. As previously mentioned, stretching before and after a workout can be beneficial for different reasons. Dynamic stretches are best to do before your workout while static stretches are optimal afterwards....

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Shop the designer lookalike for $160. Grabthe Quince Italian Leather Patchwork Crossbodyfor $160 now. Photo:Real Simple One reviewer said its fabulous quality and unbeatable style. With the adjustable strap and top handle, you’re able to carry the bag multiple ways. It also has an asymmetrical magnetic flap closure to secure your belongings inside. Quince The size of this is spacious, said one shopper....

Plus, other ways to improve thin, sad soup. This simple, clever soup-thickening hack that’s never occurred to us before. A poster inReddit’s cooking forumtells an all-too-familiar tale. Photo:Chas53/Getty Images Other Effective Ways to Thicken Soup Dont have instant mashed potatoes on hand? Here are other (relatively easy) ways to thicken soup. This will thicken the texture by way of aeration without adding anything extra. Add Starchy Ingredients Addingriceor lentils, for instance, will seriously beef up a lackluster soup....

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. (Lets face it, we all had our suntan oil days.) Well, weve got your ticket. Photo:Amazon This creams lightweight texture goes on smooth, absorbs immediately, and leaves your skin feeling hydrated and refreshed. (I could really use that boost after the drying effects of winter.) And while this cream certainly fights wrinkles, it also helps clear blemishes, too. Amazon First-time retinol users are also safely able to use the cream....

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Elegant handbags, sweater dresses, and trousers are all on the list. One color that wont stop popping up inhome decor designsandonhigh-fashion runwaysis wine red. Photo:Real Simple / Reese Herrington It has a henley neckline, quarter-length sleeves, and a shirttail hemline. And if youre looking for something with texture, this top has a Swiss dot detail that shoppers like. It has a classy knotted-neck design, balloon sleeves, and a keyhole back detail....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Snag it on sale in accent, area, and runner sizes. An equally important element of room decor is thearea rugyou choose to pull everything together. Photo:Real Simple / Larry Busacca / Getty Images The rug is power-loomed and features a raised design thats both visually appealing and soft to the touch. This variety means it easily camouflages footprints and dirt that might get tracked throughout the day....

This straightforward recipe will hit the spot with its peppery tingle and pops of crispy garlic and jalapeno throughout. Jen Causey Make your favorite Chinese restaurant staple right at home. A handy container of Chinese five spice and cornstarch will turnchicken thighsinto crispy and flavorful bites. Photo:Jen Causey If you have any leftover chicken, reheat itin an air fryerfor ultimate crispness. Its best to preheat the air fryer to 375F....