HGTV’s “White House Christmas 2021” provides plenty of insight into the annual holiday decorating of the White House. The hour-long episode, hosted by Genevieve Gorder, culminated in a special appearance from First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, who shared some of her favorite elements of the decorations — like the Gold Star Tree, which honors military … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you think that jazzing up your space for Christmas means sticking to traditional reds and greens, allow me to expand your horizons. While last year might have been all about gold Christmas trees, this year there’s an … Read more
Christmas wasn’t Christmas at our house if it didn’t include a tree strung with lights, carols on the town green, the cinnamon scent of baked goods, and mom, in the kitchen, close to collapse. As in, propping up the walls of a listing gingerbread house, tucking canned goods in the corners and hoping no one … Read more
Sure, you could toss a basic comforter on your bed, or you could bring this one into your sleeping space: a comforter that’s so on-trend your bed is sure to be Instagram-ready. In current hues like honey, pink, charcoal, and light gray, the waffle texture will add some additional visual interest as well.
Savannah West Home Assistant Editor Savannah is a master binge-watcher and home cook. When she’s not testing new recipes or re-watching Gossip Girl, you can find her on Facetime with her grandma. Savannah is a news producer turned lifestyle blogger and professional homebody. She has a bachelors in journalism from Clark Atlanta University, a certification … Read more
Like many families last year, Christmas with my big Mexican family took a huge blow. In unprecedented times, cancelling our family’s annual reunion felt like the right call, especially since the tradition involves traveling to Mexico from Houston, Texas. Every year since I was born, I’ve made the nine-hour drive to Parás, Nuevo León, with … Read more
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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you’re still to deck the halls for the holiday season and are in need of a Christmas tree to complete your festive space, Uber Eats has got you covered. Yes, Uber Eats. Spreading the Christmas cheer for … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Actress Busy Philipps has teamed up with Amazon Handmade to create a specially curated collection of unique and handmade products just in time for the holiday season. Perfectly capturing her style and essence, Philipps co-designed several products in … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. While opinions may vary, one of the best parts of Christmas decorating is Christmas lights. From big prjector displays and lighted blowups, to twinling figurines and more there are lots of ways to incorporate lighting into your holiday … Read more