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Healthy Hair Credit: Michael Stewart Obviously, you want your hair to look its very best on the big day, so you’ll want to scout out the right beauty regimen. But know this: Hair treatments performed too close to the wedding date can spell disaster. We’ve got the scoop from trustworthy hair stylists on what hair treatments you should skip. Don’t use moisture masks and heavy conditioners. While these are great about a week out, don’t mask your hair the night before or even two shampoos before getting your hair done for your wedding....

antoni queer eye martha stewart Credit: Getty Images You may know Antoni Porowski as the Fab Five’s food guy on the hit Netflix show Queer Eye. Perhaps you’ve gotten misty-eyed watching him and his team dramatically change their contestants’ lives, helping them find love, build confidence, and even rekindle a passion for cooking. But if you’ve ever wondered who inspired Porowski’s own love for food, wonder no more. We chatted with the Canadian chef and reality TV star during a cooking class for Olly (Porowski is an ambassador for the vitamin brand) and learned that Martha (and Big Martha!...

Slow-Baked Citrus Salmon With Carrots Credit: Paola + Murray Slow-Baked Citrus Salmon With Carrots Credit: Paola + Murray Slow-Baked Citrus Salmon With Carrots Credit: Paola + Murray Slow-Baked Citrus Salmon With Carrots Credit: Paola + Murray Vitamin D is unique in the world of vitamins, since it’s both a micronutrient and a hormone. As a micronutrient, it can be found in certain animal and fish products, but your body also manufactures its own vitamin D when directly exposed to the sun—which is why it’s often called the sunshine vitamin....

Full Moon at Sunset Credit: Jani Riekkinen/EyeEm/Getty Images Full Moon at Sunset Credit: Jani Riekkinen/EyeEm/Getty Images Full Moon at Sunset Credit: Jani Riekkinen/EyeEm/Getty Images Full Moon at Sunset Credit: Jani Riekkinen/EyeEm/Getty Images Look into the night sky this July and see something truly incredible—the largest and brightest supermoon of 2022. July’s full moon, known as the Buck Moon, will reach its peak on Wednesday, July 13, according to a report by Space....

As summer temperatures dip and cooler fall air moves in, many of the cheery blooms we commonly see during the warm-weather season begin to die off. Normally, they are replaced by the rich autumnal colors that come from mums and changing leaves. However, if you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to some of your spring and summer flowers—like hydrangeas, for example—you may want to consider planting some varieties that will bloom well into the fall....

Whether your microwave has been the victim of a leftover mashed potato explosion, a bag of burnt popcorn, or just a day’s worth of crumbs and spills, knowing how to get it—and keep it!—clean is essential. To that end, we asked Warren Weiss of Scrub!, a cleaning service in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to share easy tips that will help you get the job done. Hand with microfiber cleaning rag wiping inside of microwave oven Credit: Getty / tab1962 Make It a Habit Wiping out the microwave with a damp cloth to remove crumbs and just-spilled food once a day will keep it tidier between deep cleans....

It’s important to you that your pets lead healthier, happier lives. Whether you want veterinary advice, behavioral insight, or the best-in-market pet essentials that make every day more joyful, for both you and your cat or dog, The Well-Balanced Pet offers practical tips you can use. Many of us have succumbed to the allure of a puppy, particularly now as being stuck in the house all day becomes a lot more entertaining when there’s a pet afoot....

‘Tis the season for outdoor entertaining, and whether you’re inviting your extended family over for a backyard barbecue or an al fresco dinner for your closest friends on your patio, you definitely don’t want bugs around. “During the summer, hot and humid weather brings out an abundance of mosquitoes, ants, ticks, termites, and stinging insects (such as bees and wasps), especially near wooded areas,” says Timothy Wong of M&M Pest Control in New York City....

fall potluck table setting with food ready for serving Credit: Justin Walker fall potluck table setting with food ready for serving Credit: Justin Walker fall potluck table setting with food ready for serving Credit: Justin Walker fall potluck table setting with food ready for serving Credit: Justin Walker Orchestrating a meal is just that: It’s a carefully composed combination of ingredients, textures, and flavors that come together to create wonderful new memories....

Whether you call them salad leaves or leafy greens, vegetables such as kale, spinach, and lettuces are some of the most versatile foods you can eat. They’re right at home in myriad dishes, from colorful salads to hearty sandwiches. Leafy green vegetables are also teeming with essential nutrients, including vitamin C and calcium. If you typically buy bagged greens, you’ve probably had the unfortunate experience of finding wilted, slimy leaves in the bag just a few days after purchasing....

bikini on sand Credit: Getty bikini on sand Credit: Getty bikini on sand Credit: Getty bikini on sand Credit: Getty Bearing the brunt of chlorine, salt, sweat, and sun, swimsuits face a tidal wave of potential fabric-destroyers every summer. And since they’re made to fit like a glove, even a little bit of loosening can leave them all but unwearable. Stay ahead of damage and learn how to wash swimsuits by heeding a few expert care tips from Pamela Spencer, founder and designer of UK-based swimwear line Bahimi beachwear....

` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer When you accepted the role of your bride’s maid of honor, you likely knew that the position came with several responsibilities....

Meghan Markle Prince Harry in Car Waving Royal Wedding 2018 Credit: Getty ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

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roasted-chicken-and-vegetables-074-d111131.jpg Credit: Jonathan Lovekin roasted-chicken-and-vegetables-074-d111131.jpg Credit: Jonathan Lovekin roasted-chicken-and-vegetables-074-d111131.jpg Credit: Jonathan Lovekin roasted-chicken-and-vegetables-074-d111131.jpg Credit: Jonathan Lovekin Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a novice still learning the basics of the kitchen, understanding fundamental culinary terms and techniques—and how to apply them—will only expand your skill set. While some methods are self-evident (boiling pretty much always involves liquid and bubbles), others may be more challenging to differentiate, stumping even seasoned chefs....

cookware on stovetop Credit: Getty Images cookware on stovetop Credit: Getty Images cookware on stovetop Credit: Getty Images cookware on stovetop Credit: Getty Images Choosing cookware for your wedding registry is fun, but it’s safe to say it can also be daunting. One of the toughest decisions brides-and-grooms-to-be (and virtually anyone who’s stocking a kitchen, for that matter) face? Deciding whether to register for a cookware set or individual items....

Pale blue wall interior living room Credit: GETTY IMAGES Pale blue wall interior living room Credit: GETTY IMAGES Pale blue wall interior living room Credit: GETTY IMAGES Pale blue wall interior living room Credit: GETTY IMAGES Your home is a direct reflection of who you are as a person, and perhaps no decorating choice is more indicative of your personality type than the paint colors on your walls. Whether you’re drawn to something that brightens your space or gives it a moody aesthetic, paint color is an extremely personal choice that gives your home a lot of character....

monkey grass purple flowers ground cover Credit: Getty / magicflute002 monkey grass purple flowers ground cover Credit: Getty / magicflute002 monkey grass purple flowers ground cover Credit: Getty / magicflute002 monkey grass purple flowers ground cover Credit: Getty / magicflute002 Have you heard of Liriope muscari before? The grass, which our experts say is more accurately described as a perennial ground cover than a grass, makes an excellent border plant in most beds and gardens....

With its long leafy stalks and bright pink color, rhubarb will stop you in your tracks. This vivid vegetable is in season during spring and is worth stocking up on. Ahead, we explain how to shop for and store rhubarb so you can ensure you’re getting the very best stalks. Along the way, we’ll also share our favorite ways to cook and bake with rhubarb, as well as offer delicious ways to enjoy it all season long....

camryn eugene rehearsal dinner banquet table Credit: Lauren Fair Photography With the warmer weather, flowers in bloom, and excitement about being outdoors again, spring is a gorgeous time of year to host a wedding. As you’ll want your rehearsal dinner to celebrate the beset of the season, here are some festive, fun ideas for a seasonal pre-wedding party. RELATED: SPRING IDEAS FROM REAL WEDDINGS Supper Club in a Field What better way to embrace spring than to head outdoors?...