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Your dorm will be your home throughout your time in college, and it’s incredibly important to make it feel as comfortable as possible. It will be your space to relax and recharge after a long day, a place to do your schoolwork, and likely a spot to socialize as well.

Read on for our curated list of the best bedding and bath essentials that every college student must have in their dorm in 2022.

So, if you are like me, your bedroom tends to be your safe space, the place where you leave everything at the door and recharge, heal, and relax. That being said, why not take the time to create a space that can become your escape from the world? Lucky for you, I know some great ways to design your space in a way that allows for total relaxation and a euphoric experience. Let's totally zen out, and find the perfect style to fit your self-care needs!

My bedroom has undergone multiple styles and décor overhauls, leading me to a unique style encompassing my favorite designs throughout the ages. While questioning how fiscally responsible all these changes are, I can finally say that my personal oasis is finally complete.

If you enjoy sharing your bed with your furry friends at home, you know what a challenge it can be to keep your bedding clean. Dogs and cats can leave behind fur and pet dander that may cause allergies, carry...

Updating your kid’s bedroom doesn’t have to look like an HGTV project gone wrong. Instead, take advantage of these simple changes that will last with them through all ages and stages. 

Plants have so many qualities to them that not only help with our everyday lives but can also brighten a room in so many ways, especially when pairing your plants with your furniture and most importantly, your bedding. Let’s get into some specifics about plants, not only do they provide air quality but they change our moods in a good way!

With the plethora of tech wearables available to the public, many already own a sleep tracker without knowing. Not all trackers are made equal; some clearly stand out over the others. It is also worth noting that not everyone wants to wear something tech in bed; I have you covered with some alternatives to track your sleep without having that clingy tech on you like a crush that won't leave you alone.  

No matter the reason, if your bedroom feels smaller than you’d like, there are many ways you can open it up without major renovations. You can transform your space with lighting, furniture, window treatments, wall décor, and bedding. Keep reading to learn our top tips for transforming your humble abode into a peaceful retreat fit for a queen.

Pinterest, Tik-Tok, Etsy, all these websites and apps give us tips and tricks, secrets, hacks to mix and match, diversify, and create a one-of-kind bedroom that represents who we are, so I'm sure most of you are asking, "Where do I start?"
Well, that's where I come in!

After a stressful day, few things in life can be as rejuvenating and energizing as a restful night’s sleep. While fluffy pillows, pristine white sheets, cotton quilts, and a pitch-dark bedroom can help you drift off with ease, there’s one often overlooked, easy, and inexpensive tool you can add to your nightly routine. Wondering what they are? Scents!

All these websites and apps give us tips and tricks, secrets, hacks to mix and match, diversify, and create a one-of-kind bedroom that represents who we are, so I'm sure most of you are asking, "Where do I start?"

Well, that's where I come in to give you the tidbits of information needed to make that bedroom of yours the topic of conversation.

Picture this, you walk into your local store that not only sells the groceries you’re looking for but beautiful home décor and knickknack’s that you’re dying to take home with you. You look to your checklist of items you need to purchase and realize that beautiful black lamp with gold trim finishes you’ve been eyeing is not on that checklist, what to do, what to do?

My suggestion, buy it!

Combining colors that will make striking statements and what better way than to do so then in 2022, the year of revolution and expansion, we are here to expand our creativity and revolutionize how we see color and how it can be used to show originality and individuality.

Now, if you’re anything like me, I always prefer having a two-bedroom home, the reason being for the simple fact that I can convert that secondary room into an office/guest room, it’s a fabulous combination, and it allows one to explore many options in diversifying a guest room. That being said, we want to make our guests feel welcomed when having a guest room, and this is where an organized checklist comes into play when inviting guests to stay the night.

Morning routines and caffeine are often hailed as sure-shot mantras for success, and it can be easy to take the benefits of sleep for granted. The truth is, a good night routine is one of the effortless ways of improving your sleep quality and your overall health.

Even simple things like comfy bedding, fluffy pillows, and soft linens can help you drift off with ease and set you up for the following day.

One of the most frequently used items in your home is your towels. Bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, etc. are all used daily for your personal hygiene needs. So when you get up in the morning to shower or end the day with a good face wash, you want to use towels that are cozy, comfortable, and durable. You want soft, luxurious towels. So, you will want to make sure those towels are cared for so they remain soft and cozy. 

 

Your Thanksgiving celebration may look a little different this year due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Instead of celebrating the holiday with extended family and friends you might be preparing for a smaller celebration at home with immediate family members. Even though this year’s holiday looks different there are plenty of ways to stay festive while enjoying a smaller socially distanced Thanksgiving at home. Keep reading for these six simple ways to enjoy Thanksgiving- quarantine style. 

We’re about to change our clocks again!  The first Sunday of November Daylight Savings Time ends, and we “Fall Back”.   This means that we gain an extra hour of sleep by setting our clocks back one hour...

What better way to spend time with your loved ones than planning a cozy movie night at home? Now, you might be thinking, do you really need to plan a movie night when you're at home? The short answer is no, sometimes all you need is your pajamas and Fire Stick and you’re good to go. But sometimes it’s fun to shake things up a bit and make movie night extra special. Check out these five tips that will make your next movie night at home one to remember.