Interior designers share 10 popular trends that never look as good in real life

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Painted cabinets don't always look great in real life.

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I'm an interior decorator. Here are 10 things I'd never have in my bathroom.

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As an interior decorator, I'd avoid floor-to-ceiling tile and matching towel sets.

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Interior designers reveal the 12 things in your home you should get rid of

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Some spaces could benefit from losing a few features and decor items.

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I've been a makeup artist for 9 years. Here are 9 drugstore products that perform better than high-end items.

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Products like the Physicians Formula Butter bronzer and the Maybelline Lifter glosses are perfect for a flawless look.

Janelle Mariss

I'm an interior designer. Here are 6 things I'd buy at Ikea and 6 I'd skip.

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As an interior designer, I think Ikea has some great finds and a few things to skip.

Paynter Rhed

Costco Next is the chain's best-kept secret that's free for members. I've already saved thousands of dollars using it.

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Costco Next features products from over 50 brands like Viking, Butter London, Travelpro, Barco, and others.

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12 home purchases you'll probably regret in a few years, according to interior designers

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Certain design style and decor features aren't very practical.

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I'm an interior designer. Here are 4 items I'd get at Dollar Tree, and 5 things I'd skip.

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I'm an interior designer who regularly shops at Dollar Tree.

Bri Macdonald

12 things to get rid of in your home, from an interior designer

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I work as an interior stylist at my company, DBF Interiors.

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I was born and raised in Miami. Here are the 9 biggest mistakes I see tourists make.

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Miami is a tourist hot spot, though a lot of visitors repeat the same mistakes.

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