Interior designers share the 9 biggest mistakes people make when decorating a living room — and how to avoid them

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Living room with gray couch on edge of beige rug, ceiling fan, overhead lighting
A few simple design mistakes could be ruining the look of your living room.

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My boyfriend and I broke up hours before the international trip we'd planned together. I still went by myself.

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Woman with sunglasses taking selfie in Portugal
Instead of going on a trip with my partner, I headed to a new country all by myself and don't regret it.

Leanna Coy

I compared protein drinks from Starbucks and Dunkin'. The winning latte was so good that I couldn't tell it had protein in it.

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The writer holding up a protein drink from Starbucks in one hand, and a protein drink from Dunkin' in the other.
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Haein Jung

I thought I'd planned my first solo trip perfectly. After just 3 nights, I was desperate to go home.

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The author smiling at his seat before a Little Mix concert.
I went on my first solo trip and realized that I prefer traveling with friends.

Sean Abrams

I moved in with my partner's family to be closer to work. Our arrangement has worked out well, even though my job didn't.

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The writer, her partner, and her partner's parents at the beach.
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Jordyn Bradley

I visited 29 states last year. If I had to pick a new place to live, it would be this stunning coastal destination.

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Emily and her husband stand in front of a lighthouse.
After visiting 29 states last year, I would choose to move to Maine.

Emily Pogue

5 pant trends that are in for 2026 and 3 that are out, according to stylists

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Wide-leg denim pants with heeled boots
Different denim styles, fitted-yet-flared pants, and athleisure looks are trending this year, but some fashions are already going out of style.

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My grandpa stayed sharp, social, and full of purpose into his 90s. His secrets to success are simple.

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Author Allie Hubers posing with her grandfather
My 90-year-old grandpa worked a part-time job for 30 years after he retired. He said it helped him stay healthy, among other perks.

Allie Hubers

I've been on over 25 cruises. There are 8 types of rooms I'd never book — and one I swear by.

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The Disney Fantasy cruise ship at a dock.
In my opinion, there are a few kinds of rooms to never book on a cruise unless you must.

Lauren Mack

I used to work at Trader Joe's. Here are 6 popular items that are worth the hype and 4 I'd skip.

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Intercut photos of a hand holding a clear bottle with a white label containing Everything but the Bagel Seasoning and a hand holding a tan carton of non-dairy beverage with an illustration of a glass of oat milk
Items like Everything but the Bagel Sesame Seasoning Blend are worth the hype, but I skip the chain's nondairy oat beverage.

Leah Kern

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