Fave Things

How Dreamy Is Barbara Kingsolver's Appalachian Garden?

The novelist tells us about tomato sauce, talking to a ghost, and three favorite books.

Jun 13 •

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The Cool Way to Style a Shirt, According to Somsack Sikhounmuong

Plus, the designer shares a magical travel destination and the best ravioli.

May 30 •

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Found! The 15 Best Books to Read This Summer

Killer recommendations from book-loving friends and ourselves. Plus, a funny Q&A with romance author Emily Henry.

May 23 •

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Pretty Pajamas, Career Advice, and How to Not Be Touchstarved

Writer Erica Chidi shares 10 favorite things and her romantic proposal story.

Apr 25 •

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10 Fun Things I’ve Noticed in Brooklyn

Including nail polish, dogs, and a beautiful way to love people.

Apr 18 •

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I Can’t Stop Thinking About Nicki Sebastian’s Therapist’s Advice

Plus, how Nicki's life changed after cancer, the best wallpaper, and four ways to take amazing photos this summer.

Apr 11 •

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I Want to Dress Exactly Like Youngna Park

Plus, she shares her pattern-happy clothes, three great books, and joining an over-40 tennis team ("it's the highlight of my life," she says).

Mar 28 •

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My Sister Lucy Shares the Best Parenting Hack

Plus, a dating update, her cool pants, and the #1 thing that surprised her about grief.

Mar 14 •

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The Soup Strategy for Making Friends

"My husband jokes that I would pick up a dinner guest on my way home from the subway were it not for him," says Pilar Guzmán.

Feb 21 •

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Brooke Barker's Great Conversation Starter

Plus, she shares 11 favorite things, including Japanese sunscreen, sweet marriage advice, and the funny way she chose her dog.

Jan 24 •

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LaTonya Yvette Reveals How to Make Home a Haven

Plus, a '70s styling idea and the family vacation she takes every year.

Nov 8, 2024 •

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Roxane Gay's 11 Favorite Things

"Hell is other people on airplanes — except for crying children, who are just expressing their feelings and that‘s healthy."

Oct 11, 2024 •

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