Grumpy's Guide to Hummingbirds

How to attract these aerial acrobats to your garden-and then enjoy the show

Stitched Together

For South Carolinian Andrea \"Annie\" Cayetano-Jefferson, sewing sweetgrass baskets ties her to generations of Gullah people, including her mother and daughter

Ciao Bella!

The founder of the Italianmade ceramics brand Vietri celebrates high summer with a pair of tables suited for all occasions

5 JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS

Plan a seriously fun!) trip that’s rooted in history.

SAVING HOPSCOTCH

Rather than parting with their much-loved Lookout Mountain home, a Tennessee family renovated the spot to suit their evolving needs

When Life Gives You Lemons...

Chill out with this nostalgic no-bake dessert

Changing the Game

For this North Carolina pair, pickleball is the ticket to a healthy lifestyle - and a social one

More Is More

Designer Gray Benko isn't afraid of color, pattern, or dogs on the furniture

THE BRIGHTEST

On this list, you'll find the people, products, and ideas that light up our world, show us the way, and change the game.

From Aleppo to Za'atar

A FRESH TAKE ON SUMMER SIDES INSPIRED BY THE FLAVORS OF THE MIDDLE EAST

Cheers to Your Health?

Is alcohol in moderation still part of a healthy lifestyle? We look at the latest news-and what it might mean for your next Wine Wednesday.

Upgrade Your Drink Tub

Set Stains

An Artist's Palette

These longtime renters celebrate homeownership by freely bringing tons of color to their garden, porch, and home.

Dark&Moody

In a season of light and bright colors, container plantings in deep purple, red, and even black bring some welcome contrast and drama.

A Folly Original

This young couple got scrappy to score the South Carolina beach house of their dreams

The Truth About Tomatoes

Here's how to store them the right way

design rules you should definitely break

When it comes to expressing yourself at home, sometimes it's best to ignore the \"supposed tos\" and do your own darn thing instead. As proof, we offer these rule-breaking rooms from six of our favorite designers.

how we live

ADVICE, INSPIRATION A LITTLE PEACE OF MIND

The Music of the Mountains

When warm weather arrives, Brevard, North Carolina's open-air concerts and cascading waterfalls fill the town with the song of summer

No Plant Sitter Required

These hardy groupings can stand up to the heat, even while you're away

Women & Their Finances

We partnered with the brilliant minds at the finance site Investopedia to determine what’s holding women back in the money department. The findings? We’re on our way! But we’ve got some work to do.

Freedom Flavors

Chef-owners of Honeysuckle Provisions in Philadelphia, Cybille St.Aude-Tate and Omar Tate share a Juneteenth menu that celebrates a rich amalgam of traditions.

Taking the Plunge

The design star of Emily Henderson's backyard is the mini pool, a luxe little water feature her family can use year-round.

Dear Dad

The health nut didn't fall far from the tree. I learned from my father's example of an active life filled with volunteering, hobbies & friendship.

Use Your Melon

Refreshing recipes to showcase the versatile and sweet cantaloupe

She's Got the Scoop

In Richmond, Virginia, Rabia Kamara creates ice cream that celebrates Black culture and her heritage

Modern Manners Advice for Your Social Quandaries

My husband's niece is getting married in eight months. The save-the-date only had my husband's name, my name, and my husband's two kids' names (my stepkids).

BLUEBERRY SWEET CORN SHORTCAKE

Two of summer's best ingredients come together in an epic dessert just begging to be invited to a party.

MAKE YOUR JEWELRY SHINE

A treasure trove of tips to get your sparkly things ready for primetime

THE BEST

Sometimes it's not enough for our editors to be instantly impressed by a product. Sometimes we want to push it to the limits in one of our three labs, our own homes, or both to see how it holds up under pressure. We cook, we wear, we smear, we clean. We evaluate and tally. Then we give out the REAL SIMPLE Selects seal. When we put that label on something, that means it's among the 5,200-plus products we've formally evaluated according to strict protocols. On this list: some of our current faves. If you see something you like, scan the QR code and get shopping!