There’s something about the first warm apple dessert of the season that officially makes it feel like fall. 🍂🍎 This old-fashioned apple crisp is one of those recipes I love because it’s simple, cozy and doesn’t require anything fancy. Warm cinnamon apples underneath a buttery oat topping — and y

You don’t need to redo an entire entryway to give it a fresh look. One of my favorite ways to add warmth and character is a simple rustic wood bench. I love the contrast of weathered wood against creamy walls, warm hardwood floors and black accents. The trick is keeping the styling simple.

I love fall color, but it doesn’t always have to mean dark browns and deep rusts. Dusty rose + light denim feels softer, fresher and perfect for those early fall days. 🍂 A few easy ways to pull it together: • Start with a dusty rose statement layer • Keep it casual with light-wash denim • A

Fall is always when I start craving a little more warmth at home—but this year’s color direction feels especially beautiful. Instead of the cool grays and stark neutrals we’ve seen for years, 2026 is leaning warmer, earthier and more collected. Sherwin-Williams named Universal Khaki SW 6150 its

September is one of my favorite times to make a few little changes at home. I’m not quite ready for full-on fall decorating, but I am ready for warmer colors, softer evenings and those first hints that a new season is coming. 🤎 Here are 5 easy ways I’m making home feel like September: 🍂 1. Wa

Rich, hearty & made for kickoff. There’s just something about a big pot of chili simmering on game day. This one is thick, hearty, easy to make and perfect for putting on the stove while everyone settles in for the game. Ingredients * 2 lbs. ground beef * 1 medium yellow onion, dice

Game day doesn’t have to mean head-to-toe team gear! Whether your game day is football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer—or whatever sport gets you cheering—sometimes all you need are the colors. ❤️ For this look, I paired a feminine red top with crisp white wide-leg pants and retro red snea

I’m definitely on Team #NeutralAesthetic , but neutrals don’t always have to mean beige, black or cream! Olive + dusty rose is one of those slightly unexpected combinations that just works for fall. Olive brings that earthy, grounded feel, while dusty rose adds softness and just enough color w

A long weekend can somehow become another list of things to do. This time, maybe we don’t need to squeeze quite so much into it. 🤍 Here are five little ways to make the weekend actually feel like a break: 1. Leave a little space in the schedule. Not every hour needs a plan. Give yourself

#lemon8challenge #recentoutfits #girlhood There’s that little moment when summer hasn’t quite left, but fall is definitely starting to show up… and honestly, it might be my favorite time to get dressed. For this look I mixed a rust-colored flowy dress with a cropped cream jacket and iv

You know it’s September in the Midwest when the garden is still handing you zucchini. 😂🌿 So I thought this was the perfect recipe to start my new Out of the Recipe Box series — simple recipes that have been made, shared and kept because they’re worth making again. This zucchini bread is soft,

#recentoutfits A navy eyelet midi dress with thin straps, a relaxed gathered skirt and pockets — comfortable but still pulled together. I paired it with neutral woven platform sandals, which give it a little height without making the dress feel too dressy. Sunglasses up top, delicate layer

Lifestyle-sizing is choosing a life that leaves room to actually live it. Not everything needs to be improved, upgraded or perfectly styled. There’s beauty in the slightly messy, unfinished and imperfect parts too. Leave some room for relaxing. For doing absolutely nothing. For enjoying wha

#howtostyle #lemon8challenge 🩵 Soft Blue + Toffee for Fall 🤎 I’m Team #NeutralAesthetic , but neutral definitely doesn’t have to mean beige! One of my favorite combinations heading into fall is soft blue + toffee, layered with warm cream and cognac. The blue keeps everything fresh w

Mums will always be a fall classic—but they’re not the only way to make a porch feel like autumn. This year, try creating fall color with foliage, texture and a few cool-weather blooms instead. For this look, rich burgundy glazed pottery sets the palette, then the planters are layered with: 🌾

Labor Day weekend is that sweet spot between holding onto summer and getting ready for fall. ☀️🇺🇸 A backyard BBQ can still feel casual while looking a little more special with a few easy upgrades. ✨ HOW TO ELEVATE YOUR LABOR DAY BBQ ❤️ Bring in red, white & blue through the details — napk

Wicker baskets are having a beautiful moment in interiors, but the look has moved beyond those matching farmhouse storage sets. Think warm, natural, collected and useful. WHAT’S IN 🤎 Oversized floor baskets Perfect beside a sofa for throws and extra pillows. Choose a substantial weave and le

🌸 FALL TABLESCAPES | A FOUR-PART SERIES Part Three: Early Fall Gathering 🍂 By the time we reach early fall, I’m ready for the table to feel a little warmer—but that doesn’t mean covering everything in orange pumpkins. 🤎 For Part Three, we’re layering warm wood, creamy neutrals, muted green

🍂 OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE ESSENTIALS FOR FALL You don’t have to put the patio away just because summer is ending. Fall might actually be the BEST season for outdoor living. 🤎 Here are my essentials for creating a cozy, beautiful space you’ll actually want to use: 🔥 1. A Warmth Source A fire

🏡 Modern Farmhouse vs. Rustic: What’s Trending in 2026? If you love home design, the numbers are interesting! 👀 According to the 2026 Houzz U.S. Kitchen Trends Study, Farmhouse accounts for 9% of kitchen style choices compared with just 2% for Rustic among homeowners who changed their kitchen