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We Found the Best Early Black Friday Deals at Wayfair—and You Can Save up to 82% Off
3+ week, 4+ day ago (565+ words) Take advantage of discounts on stylish furniture, high-quality appliances, seasonal decor, and more. Wayfair is one of the few retailers you can count on for stylish, high-quality home decor and furniture that doesn't cost a fortune. While they're known for year-round affordability, their Black Friday deals are some of the best'especially if you're hoping to make a big-ticket purchases. SHOP WAYFAIR EARLY BLACK FRIDAY DEALS As a home editor who's covered major sales events like Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday, I've noticed that Wayfair's early Black Friday sales are typically just as good as some of the deals day of. With sales across kitchen, furniture, bedding, and beyond, you can save up to 82% off. After scrolling through every product category on Wayfair's site, I've narrowed it down to 36 of the best deals worth shopping ahead of the holiday…...
This Home Design Trend is Out, According to Professionals
3+ week, 1+ day ago (600+ words) Bold colors and personal touches are in. In recent years, many people have redesigned their homes with a minimalist aesthetic in mind. But according to many designers, minimalism is out and other design trends that favor bold colors and textures are in. Think color-drenched kitchens, moody bedrooms, and living spaces filled with personal items. While minimalism was once lauded as a way to decrease clutter and create a sense of openness in the home, designers now say that this style can feel a bit cold and impersonal. While certain elements of the minimalist style are sure to live on, decorators are encouraging their clients to incorporate more distinctive items into their decor. Here's what designers say they aren't loving about traditional minimalism, and what home decor trends they're seeing pop up in its place. "Minimalist interiors can often feel stiff…...
My Favorite Mattress Is 42% Off Right Now—Exclusively for Good Housekeeping Readers
1+ week, 2+ day ago (403+ words) The Bear Elite Hybrid has a comfort you have to feel to believe. For this discount, use the code GH42 at checkout. While this GH-exclusive discount only applies to the Bear Elite Hybrid (the priciest model, and the one I think is most worth it!), the brand is also offering GH readers 40% off other products with code GH40. When the Bear Elite Hybrid first launched, we had several testers try it, and they all said the same thing: It was the most comfortable mattress they'd ever slept on. My curiosity got the best of me, so I decided to test it myself. They were right'I started sleeping more deeply and even slept through my alarm the first morning. I've always been picky about mattresses'I've evaluated more than 100 and tested all kinds in my own home. Most felt either too firm or sank…...
Designers Agree: Bar Carts Are Over—Here's What Works Instead
3+ week, 8+ hour ago (520+ words) Pros say there are better options to keep entertaining essentials organized. At one point, bar carts were a fixture of every living and dining room, but now some designers say they're are falling out of vogue. Though bar carts are primarily used to display liquor, special glassware, and cocktail essentials, they've also been a place to show off decor, including coffee table books, vases, and small plants. Having become popular in the early to mid-20th century, bar carts experienced a major resurgence during the 2010s. "I'm honestly tired of the bar cart'it's just one more thing to dust and keep neat and styled," says interior designer Sarah Scales. But this isn't the only factor that is contributing to bar carts' decline in popularity'in fact, most pros have stopped using them not for aesthetic reasons but due to practical concerns. Below, a handful…...
Good News, Clutterbugs: This Design Trend Actually Encourages You To Collect Knick-Knacks
2+ week, 4+ hour ago (565+ words) It's basically the opposite of minimalism. Minimalism isn't for everyone. If you're far too much of a collector to achieve the minimalist look, we have good news: the cluttercore design trend is here, and there's room for all your knick-knacks. The key to this design trend is making sure it feels curated and thoughtful rather than messy. Think displays of your favorite items you bought while traveling or your collection of seashells, not just a bunch of random decorative items you bought at the big-box store. We tapped designers to tell us everything to know about the cluttercore trend, from how to display your items to how to curate a collection you're proud to show off to friends and family. Cluttercore is all about intentional clutter. The trend encourages homeowners to scatter about collections of knick-knacks and pieces that make…...
The Verdict Is In: Refined Layering Will Be Everywhere in 2026
3+ week, 4+ day ago (579+ words) "Timeless, tactile, and deeply personal, it blends the warmth of traditional design with the clean lines of contemporary living." Grandmacore, nostalgia decor, and retro design trends'it's clear by now that homeowners are seeking comfort through their interior design choices. And there's another new style pro designers are noticing come to life. It's called "refined layering." "Timeless, tactile, and deeply personal, it blends the warmth of traditional design with the clean lines of contemporary living. Think rich natural materials, heritage craftsmanship, and soulful vintage finds'balanced with technology-forward wellness features and modern comfort," says Kerrie Kelly of Kerrie Kelly Studio, who coined the name of the style. To dig deeper into the latest design trends, we asked 15+ pro designers for their honest takes on what homeowners are craving in their spaces'and plenty agreed: Curated, collected spaces with a thoughtful mix of vintage…...
I'm a Home Editor—These Black Friday Home Deals Are Worth Shopping
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (117+ words) Including top-tested picks from the Good Housekeeping Institute. SHOP MORE BLACK FRIDAY DEALS Take 42% off with code GH42. Sneakers We Love up to 50% Off The Best Black Friday Deals of 2025 The Best Black Friday Le Creuset Deals Right Now 42 Editor-Vetted Black Friday Luggage Deals The Best Home Organization Black Friday Deals As a Tech Pro, I've Never Seen This AirPods Price Bath & Body Works' Epic Black Friday Sale Is Here The Best Black Friday Vacuum Deals of 2025 The Best Black Friday Kitchen Deals The 30 Best Deals From Walmart's Black Friday Sale Editor-Loved Kids' Gifts on Sale for Black Friday I Wouldn't Skip These Black Friday Apple Deals...
This Sam's Club Fire Seating Set Is the Outdoor Upgrade You Didn’t Know You Needed
1+ week, 4+ day ago (493+ words) It comes with a comfy sofa, a couple of swivel chairs, and a firepit tabletop. Finding outdoor furniture that balances aesthetics with functionality and durability'not to mention cost-effectiveness'can be a difficult feat. When I'm relaxing outdoors with friends and family, I want a setup that feels comfortable, allows for conversation, and is easy to clean. The seating set comes with a comfy sofa, two 360-degree swivel chairs, and a 55,000-BTU firepit table that easily turns on to make chillier nights a bit cozier. Plus, the set has a chic, modern aesthetic. "The striking black hue and curved silhouette are very on-trend," said Monique Valeris, GH's home design director. In terms of durability and weather resistance, our pros appreciated the powder-coated aluminum frame, though they recommend storing the set away during harsh winter weather. "The fabric is made with acrylic fibers,…...
UPDATE: 110+ of Our Favorite Black Friday Deals Are Still Live up to 60% off Dyson, Brooklinen, and More
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (508+ words) What to snag before Black Friday officially comes to an end. Our entire sales and deals team spent several weeks searching all the Black Friday deals across tech, cleaning, beauty, bedding, clothing'basically every category you care about'leading up to this specific event, and we can't believe it's almost over. Thankfully, sales didn't end at midnight; we're still seeing major discounts well into Saturday across our favorite brands. As a shopping editor, I specifically keep an eye out for top-performing products and brands tested by our experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute. I also use our meticulous deal-checking process to track prices over time and determine whether discounts are actually saving you money. We'll be actively updating this page throughout this evening and through Cyber Monday, adding the newest deals and getting rid of stale ones. So be sure to bookmark…...
Pros Say This Is the Right Way to Bleach Clothes Without Damage
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (538+ words) Make sure you do a test spot first! Fort" also offered tips for how to prevent white clothes, towels, and bedsheets from fading over time. Keep reading for everything you ever wanted to know about bleaching clothes and other textiles. Even if you can't see them, invisible body soils and perspiration can turn white fabrics yellow or gray over time. "You want to wash them out before they build up," says Forte. Food spots like ketchup or coffee are a given, but things that you can't see, like sweat marks, should be treated to prevent build-up too. To do this, rub a full-strength liquid enzyme detergent, like OxiClean Max Force Advanced Stain Remover Liquid on the underarm area, then let your shirt sit 15 minutes before throwing it into the wash. Sure, this seems obvious, but it really makes a difference,…...