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Reading up on Domino’s shopping guides is like having your own personal product concierge. We do the tedious part—deep-dive research, hands-on testing, and tapping experts for advice—so all you have to do is hit “add to cart.” That’s why we call them Simply the Best.

It’s no secret why designers love vintage finds—they infuse a space with character; they’re sustainable; and by virtue of being already manufactured, you don’t have to wait four-plus months for them to arrive at your doorstep. What you might find surprising, though, is that nearly half of a decorator‘s budget goes toward these unique furnishings, according to the annual Interior Designers Survey from online marketplace Chairish. Gathered from more than 2,000 responses, industry pros revealed that 45 percent of their residential project budgets (which average around $270,000 in scope, by the way) is allocated for vintage furnishings and decor.

There was no question in Natalie Myers’s mind that the Saltillo tile floors in her clients’ Spanish-style Bel-Air home were staying. “I’ve been flipping through a lot of books with photos of celebrities in the 1970s partying in Malibu and the canyons—almost all the houses had these cool floors with white stucco walls and exposed beam ceilings,” says the designer. “I’m like, this is a party I would want to attend!” The Veneer Designs founder isn’t the only interior pro who felt this way about the space’s groovy floors. The home had previously been touched by two other designers, the latest one being Ginny Macdonald from Emily Henderson Design Studio.

It doesn’t take much more than the temperature climbing to convince us to start shopping for our outdoor spaces, but when we come across a surprise presummer sale, we definitely can’t help ourselves. Serena & Lily’s event is the latest to influence our buying habits, with 20 percent off the entire site from now through May 31. While savings are offered across all categories (including more than 150 new arrivals!), we’re eyeing the French bistro chairs we love, which are nearly $100 off.

If it wasn’t for Steve Burns, the actor and musician best known as the host of Blues Clues, interior designer Melissa Lee’s clients wouldn’t be living where they are today. It was Burns who first saw the potential in an old garage-slash-woodshop in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, back in 2013 and decided to convert it into a house. “We owe some credit to him for the very unique architecture,” says Lee, the founder of local firm Bespoke Only. “He wanted to create a tucked-away haven in the bustling city.”

Whether you frequent an upscale salon or a local barber shop, you might feel uncertain about how much to tip – and it’s no wonder. Tipping can feel arbitrary, and you might be unsure about your understanding of tipping etiquette. For instance, are there hard and fast rules around tipping, or is it up to your discretion? Is there a going rate? Do barbers and stylists expect a certain percentage? Is cash best? Do you tip salon assistants?

Click here to read the full article. Khloé Kardashian’s perfectly curated kitchen pantry (read: grocery store) is a slice of organized, structured Heaven that puts even the best kitchen storage solutions to shame. And if you’ve ever caught a glimpse of her color-coordinated fridge (and her urge to keep everything super neat and tidy inside it), the immaculate state of her pantry really should come as no surprise. Luckily for us, we can recreate some of the organizational magic with Aldi’s new glass storage containers. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aldi Connoisseur 🌈 (@aldi.is.my.jam) Aldi fan account,...

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If your nighttime routine of late is all tossing and turning, lumpy lie-downs, or visible sag, we hate to be the bearer of bad news: Your mattress is likely past its prime. And since this bedroom essential usually costs upwards of a $1,000, we wouldn’t blame you for putting off the purchase beyond a mattress’s normal life span.

Julianna McIntosh’s entertaining philosophy goes beyond what she’s serving up. “Setting the table is so important for creating the right vibe, and it doesn’t have to be difficult,” says the founder of Join Jules, an online destination for visually driven drink recipes. For her, hosting a party is all about creating a cohesive experience. With cocktails as the starting point, she uses Anthropologie to then curate a specific look. The retailer is her go-to for elevated and practical items—think: sparkling glassware, beautifully woven linens, and eye-catching serving platters—that let you throw the most fun event ever.