The 45 Best Home Decor Deals From Wayfair's Way Day Sale

Oct 25, 2023

Wayfair's Way Day sale is back, and it's just in time for the holidays! But this time the site is jam-packed with bigger and better savings for two days only! If you're like me and you're looking to redecorate your space a bit, this sounds like the stuff that dreams are made of. Okay, that may be an exaggeration, but the awesome discountsaren't.

Whether you're looking to organize your kitchen or add a few homey touches to your living room, Wayfair's Way Day sale has your back and so do we. If you're short on time and need a quick overview of the best deals worth opening your wallet for, here's our breakdown of 45 items of great savings between today and tomorrow! Consider this our contribution to girl math.

Entryway Decor

Dotted Line 12 Pair Stackable Solid Wood Shoe Rack (Set of 2)

Finding a place to store your shoes can be a hassle if you have a lot but not anymore! Up to 24 pairs of your shoes will have an organized place to call home with these shoe racks!

Mercury Row Vanwingerden 57" Solid Wood Console Table in Chestnut

Console tables are a nifty way to create ambiance in your home. You could also use it to store extra food or desserts if you run out of room on your table or kitchen during Thanksgiving.

Sand & Stable Edgartown 56" Wide Sideboard in Black

If you want to be get fancier, this black sideboard with rattan doors will give your space a hint of rustic luxury. This is one Way Day sale you'll want to take advantage of.

Latitude Run Caludia 4-Door Accent Cabinet

On the other hand, opting for a natural wood accent cabinet with rattan doors doesn't hurt either. Someone on the Brit + Co team may have already purchased this for their living room *side eye.*

Beachcrest Home Painswick 2-Drawer Accent Chest

Console tables and sideboards can be a little bulky if you're in a smaller space like an apartment but this 2-drawer accent chest should do the trick!

Steelside Galal 5-Hook Wall Mounted Coat Rack

Wall mounted coat racks are essential to any space. They give you a place to hang your umbrella, favorite jacketsand even your car keys if you're prone to losing them.

17 Stories Lakwanzaa Freestanding 6-Hook Coat Rack

But, we understand not everyone is a fan of mounting things on their wall. To keep things hassle-free, buy this freestanding coat rack instead! You can always add a small wicker basket to one of the shelves that can still house a small umbrella and your keys!

Sand & Stable Roy 100% Polyester Upholstered Bench

This polyester bench is too stylish not to include on our Way Day sale list. You could easily place it on your patioor balcony if it'll take up too much room indoors.

Kitchen & Dining Room Decor

Brabantia Fall Front Bread Box in Pine Green

Finding a way to store your bread probably hasn't crossed your mind but it can be annoying if it gets stale quick. Adding this BPA-free and stain resistant beauty to your kitchen will safely store your bread in style.

Cuisinart 12 Speed 5.5 Qt. Stand Mixer in Onyx

This 5.5 quart stand mixer doesn't count as home decor but we're willing to bet you've been thinking about buying one for a while.

George Oliver Bryona 5-Piece Trestle Dining Set in Light Beige

If you live in a spacious condo or home, a nice dining room set is the key to entertaining guests.

Etta Avenue Zora Swivel 26.25" Counter Set in Black (Set of 2)

Just because you live in an apartment doesn't mean you can't have a stylish dining set. Reimagine your space with these black swivel counter chairs. And yes, you get two chairs for the price of one.

Mercury Row Unfinished Stool in Camel (Set of 2)

There's nothing unfinished about this set of counter stools.

Laundry Room Needs

Honey Can Do 3 Section Plated Heavy Duty Laundry Sorter

Doing laundry is one of those things you either love or hate. If you don't want to buy multiple hampers to store your dirty clothes and towels, let this laundry sorter do the heavy lifting for you.

Living Room Decor

Mistana Grimes Upholstered Pouf in Sunflower

Poufs serve as a nice accent piece for the living room. They're even better when they have a statement pattern or color.

Everly Quinn Donnybrook Metal Table Lamp in Black (Set of 2)

Also known as reading lamps, table lamps add more brightness to your living room. This is especially true if you live in an apartment that doesn't have a main light in that area *slow blink.*

Mistana Albion Performance Black/Green/Ivory Rug

Performance rugs are so much fun because they're easier to clean and usually have fun, unique designs.

Orren Ellis Saboor Minimore Modern Style Swivel Accent Chair in White Wool

We're still stuck on accent chairs that mimic anything boucle. If you want to join the wool train, consider this swivel accent chair for that one spot in the corner of your living room.

Corrigan Studio Bolanle Upholstered Armchair in Green Velvet

We love a pretty upholstered armchair like this design by Corrigan Studio.

Wade Logan Batya 57.1" Upholstered Loveseat in Teal Linen

Feeling kitschy? Go for this upholstered loveseat in teal linen.

Greyleigh Lavaca Swivel Barrel Chair in Taupe Multi Polyester Blend

Call it the little girls in us but swivel chairs have been on our minds. There's nothing like reading your latest rom-com book while swaying from side to side.

Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum

Again, this has nothing to do with decorating your space but cordless vacuums are so convenient. You'll love cleaning your performance rug with Dyson's version. Be sure to add it to your cart so you can take advantage of Wayfair's Way Day sale!

Bedroom Decor

Mr. Kate Daphne Upholstered Low Profile Platform Bed in Ivory Velvet

If you still have nightmares from the time you fell out of your bed after binge watching Stranger Things, we empathize with you. Maybe it's time to try a low profile platform bed.

Wade Logan Arnasia Upholstered Metal Platform Bed

If you've just moved into your first apartment and are looking to buy your first adult bed, look no further than this upholstered metal platform design that's a part of the Way Day sale.

Wade Logan Ataman Metal Platform Bed with Upholstered Headboard

When you're ready to upgrade from your first adult bed, try this elevated bedframe that has an upholstered headboard.

Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse Edsall Metal Bed in Black

Metal bedframes look simple but they can easily add a farmhouse aesthetic to your bedroom.

Kelly Clarkson Home Jordane Upholstered Daybed with Trundle

If you have a spare room and plan to host a sleepover with your besties, you'll need this upholstered daybed. Here's a secret - the trundle unveils an extra 'bed' so two friends can sleep comfortably on this!

Sand & Stable Newquay 4-Drawer Dresser in Sindoori Mango

Closets can unintentionally become a space where overflow grows out of control but this 4-drawer dresser can help keep things organized.

Three Posts Leavens Max Blackout Curtain Pair in Beige (Set of 2)

Two words: Blackout curtains. Your days of having trouble falling asleep will lessen once you hang them up in your bedroom.

Mercury Row Spengler Arch Metal Mirror in Gold

Vintage lovers will get a kick out of this arch metal mirror. Except, maybe don't actually kick it once it's delivered.

Office Decor

Mr. Kate Neely Writing Desk in White/Brass

Writers need cute and inspirational places to write. On the days where you're not interested in working at your local coffee shop, sit comfortably at this cute writing desk.

Corrigan Studio Latwon Desk

Or you can gain inspiration from this wooden desk by Corrigan Studio.

Etta Avenue Illia Task Chair with Tufted Back in Ivory

Pair this task chair with your small writing desk to add opulence to your office.

Willa Arlo Interiors Lundgren Leather Task Chair with Padded Arms in Camel

Keep it simple with this leather task chair.

Steelside Adrianne 72.2" H x 32.7" W Etagere Bookcase in Gold

Can you tell we have a thing for arched designs?

Everly Quinn Hermien Round Metal Wall Mirror in Gold

Floor mirrors can be a lot, especially if you live in a smaller space like an apartment. Take a chance on this round metal wall mirror instead.

17 Stories Oscer Industrial 5 Tier Etagere Bookcase in Black/Brown

If you want a traditional bookcase that has a special design, opt for this one by 17 stories.

Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines x Loloi Sinclair Machine Washable Pebble/Taupe Rug

A rug that's trendy and machine washable? Please count us in!

Bathroom Decor

Calirose Freestanding Over-the-Toilet Storage

You won't have to worry about running out of room to store your bathroom essentials with this over-the-toilet storage!

Rosecliff Heights Oxfordshire Freestanding Bathroom Shelves

Should you find that an over-the-toilet storage unit is too, place this freestanding shelf in your bathroom.

Orren Ellis Shoji 2-Light Dimmable LED Vanity Light in Brass Gold

Whether you call it a sconce or not, an LED vanity light can add luxury to your bathroom.

SunnyPoint 4.5 Gallons Metal Step-On Waste Basket in Black

If you want to add a touch of moodiness to your bathroom, snag this black waste basket.

Outdoor Decor

Bay Isle Home Hamner 2-Person Outdoor Seating Group with Cushions in Black

Great outdoor seating can transform any patio or balcony. Just ask this set that's on sale exclusively during Way Day.

Mistana Evins 4-Person Outdoor Seating Group With Cushions in Gray (Set of 4)

If you have a large outdoor space, adding a 4-person set means you can invite more people over. Only if you want to though.

Freeport Park Fleeman Faux Monstera Tree in a Pot

While you're at it, place a lovely faux tree near your outdoor seating. Your patio or balcony will look like a mini oasis once you do.

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90 Birthday Freebies That Feel Like Such A Treat On Your Special Day

I'm a huge believer that treating yourself with any and all birthdayfreebies is an annual non-negotiable. It's always nice to receive something that celebrates YOU — be it giftsor discounts. I'm not above saying I'm partial to anything that involves free food or discounted shopping. But should you want to indulge in as many birthday freebies you can get your hands on, here are the best ones to rack up to commemorate your latest trip around the sun!

How do you receive birthday freebies?

Companies usually require you to sign up for the e-mail lists or rewards program.

Do I have to pay a fee to join a rewards program?

No! Reward programs are free to join and allow you to accumulate points with every purchase you make. Take it from someone who was tricked into signing up for their first store credit card at 19 — I wouldn't steer you wrong!

Can I use my birthday coupon or discount multiple times?

*Sigh* If only life were that sweet! The reality is that companies are already giving you a free incentive or discount, but they're not looking for you to take advantage of their gesture. You can only redeem your birthday freebie once within a given time frame.

Do I have to redeem my birthday freebies on the same day?

Nope! Since you typically have a certain amount of time to redeem them your birthday freebies, you can stretch your bday celebration over a few days. How fun is that?

What if I don't like my birthday freebie?

The good news is that you don't have to redeem a birthday freebie if you don't want to. Unfortunately, it won't roll over to accumulate more than one for your next birthday.

Food & Dessert Birthday Freebies

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What's a birthday celebration with delicious food and dessert? Take advantage of these birthday freebies if your special day is next month or in December!

Starbucks Rewards: Free coffee of choice
Waffle House Regular's Club: Take advantage of a free waffle
First Watch: Download the App to join the Sun Club and received a BOGO meal
IHOP: Free pancakes
Chick-fil-A One: Free reward that's valid for 30 days
Zaxby's Rewards: Get free birthday cookies along with your favorite meal - like the Big Zax Snak
SmashBurger: Drink a free yummy shake
Wingstop: Free birthday gift when you join their rewards program
Atlanta Bread: Sign up for the Rise Rewards program to receive a free cookie with any purchase
Red Robin Loyalty Program: Free birthday burger
California Pizza Kitchen: Free dessert
Pizza Hut Rewards: Sign up to receive a surprise reward
Baja Fresh: Score a free burrito
TGI Fridays: Free dessert
Ruby Tuesday: Free dessert
My Red Lobster Rewards: Receive special birthday rewards - shhh it's a secret!
Buffalo Wild Wings Blazin' Rewards: 6 free wings during your birthday month
Chipotle Rewards: Free food reward
Moe's Rewards: Free burrito for your birthday
My Chili's Rewards: Free dessert
Sonny's BBQ Rewards: Free big deal combo
Club Applebee's: Free dessert
Longhorn Steakhouse: Free dessert with a purchase of an adult meal
Bonefish Grill: Free bang-bang shrimp or dessert
Texas Roadhouse: Free appetizer or sidekick
On The Border: Enjoy a delicious birthday surprise
The Melting Pot: Enjoy birthday vouchers when you join Club Fondue
Benihana Chef's Table: Receive a birthday certificate with a value of $30 (have to make a purchase of $30 before it's valid)
P.F. Chang's: Free appetizer or dessert
Cheesecake Factory: Receive a complimentary slice of cheesecake
Olive Garden: Dine on your bday to receive a free dessert
Provino's Italian Restaurant (honorary mention): Get $14.50 off any entree
Auntie Annie's Rewards: Free pretzel
Baskin Robbins Birthday Club: Free 2.5 oz scoop of ice cream
Ben & Jerry's: Free Ice Cream Cone
Dairy Queen Blizzard Fan Club: BOGO Blizzard to share with you and a friend...or yourself *side eye*
Cold Stone Creamery: BOGO coupon
Pinkberry: Enjoy free yogurt
Edible Arrangements: Free 6-count chocolate dipped fruit box
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: Sign up to receive a free doughnut and coffee at any time during your bday month (can only redeem once)
Crumbl Cookies: Download the app to get a free birthday cookie
Sprinkles: Get a free cupcake
Einstein Bro. Bagels: Free egg sandwich
AMC Stub Rewards: Depending on your membership level, receive a large popcorn & fountain drink. P.S. You're guaranteed a free large popcorn

Drink Freebies

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In case you need more than a free coffee from Starby's to hold you over, here are more drink freebies you can get!

Planet Smoothie E-Club: Get a free smoothieon your birthday
Smoothie King Healthy Rewards: Get a bonus smoothie
Tropical Smoothie Rewards: Download the mobile app to receive a free birthday gift
Jamba: Score a free smoothie
Juice It Up: Get a free birthday gift
A&W: Get a free root beer float
Caribou Coffee: Free coffee all week (there's always exceptions)
Scooter's Coffee: Get free coffee
Biggby Coffee: Get a free drink up to 24 oz.
Del Taco: Snag a "regular-sized" shake (they're really into making you happy)
Burgerfi: Get a free frozen custard shake
Steak N Shake: Free specialty milkshake
Friendly's: Free medium sundae
Taco Bell Rewards: Get a free Mountain Dew Baja Blast Breeze drink
Tim Hortons Rewards: Get a free item of your choice
Cinnabon Rewards: Get a free 16 oz. cold brew

Clothing Birthday Freebies & Discounts

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Retail therapy has a way of temporarily increasing my dopamine levels, especially if clothes and shoes are involved. Here's our top picks for when you need a little pick-me-up on your birthday:

Aerie: Up to 25% off discount depending on membership level
Target Circle: Get 5% off one purchase
H&M Loyalty Rewards: 25% off one item
GAP Good Rewards: Extra birthday perks
Columbia: Free birthday gift
Banana Republic Loyalty Rewards: Earn extra perks
Bath & Body Works: Get an annual birthday gift
JCPenny Rewards: Receive a special birthday bonus
Lane Bryant Rewards: Receive a birthday bonus with a minimum purchase
ATHLETA Loyalty Rewards: Birthday bonus
American Eagle Real Rewards: up to 25% off birthday coupon
Kohl's Rewards: A special birthday gift
Eddie Bauer Rewards: Free birthday gift regardless of membership level
Vera Bradley: 25% off coupon
Le Club Lacoste: Get an exclusive birthday discount
Famous Footwear Famously You Rewards: $5 reward cash + earn 2X points on purchases during birthday month
Journey's All Access: Receive a free birthday gift
Foot Locker FLX: Free birthday gift after joining rewards program
Rack Room Shoes: Earn a $10 reward to use towards your overall purchase
Finish Line Status Loyalty Program: Receive a free birthday gift
DSW VIP: Get $5 off your purchase or $10 if you're an Elite member

Beauty Birthday Freebies

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More retail therapy? Count us in with these awesome beauty-themed birthday freebies!

Sephora Beauty Insider: Pick a free birthday gift
Smashbox Smashcash Rewards: Free birthday gift
Benefit Cosmetics: Call your local location to get a free birthday eyebrow arch
Ultamate Rewards: Earn 2X points on purchases and receive a free birthday gift
The Body Shop Loyalty Program: Receive a $10 voucher
My Kiehl's Rewards: Earn a birthday gift
Aveda: Get a free 30 ml. aromatic nourishing composition oil for bath, body and scalp at a participating location OR receive a gift when you make a purchase online
Lancome: Get 20% off when you make a purchase of $100+
Clinique: Get a free bday gift with an eligible purchase

Which birthday freebies are you planning to indulge in this year?

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George And Amal Clooney's Courtship Included...Letters From His Dog?

George and Amal Clooney are one of the celebrity couples I’d personally be upset over if they ever break up. Like...my heart just wouldn’t be able to handle it because their love story is one for the books — not to mention all the power couple fashion moments we'd miss out on!

I was introduced to George Clooney’s work via Quentin Tarantino’s movieFrom Dusk ‘Til Dawn (thanks, dad) and have always found him to be a force of nature, but I didn’t take him for the ‘settling down’ type. Imagine my surprise when the man who once claimed he’d never get married eventually found himself smitten with Amal Alamuddin, an intelligent Human Rights Lawyer.

Since their fateful first meeting at George’s home years ago, the two have gone on to get married, have children, and even established the Clooney Foundation for Justice together. If you can’t get enough of their relationship either, here’s a full timeline of their love story!

George and Amal Clooney's Full Relationship Timeline

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July 2013: George And Amal Clooney’s First Introduction

In 2018, George sat down with David Letterman on My Next Guest Needs No Introduction to recount various moments from his life, including when he first met Amal. He remembers being at home at Lake Como when one of his friends asked if they could bring a plus one with them.

To make things even wilder, his own agent let him know his bachelor days would soon be over. “I got a call from my agent who called and said, ‘I met this woman who’s coming to your house who you’re gonna marry,’” he said.

Once he met Amal and began talking to her, it was apparent they had chemistry that resulted in them exchanging emails. George told The Hollywood Reporter, “I thought she was beautiful, and I thought she was funny and obviously smart…Then she sent some pictures from when she was here, and we were writing each other, emailing, talking, mostly about what was going on in each other’s lives, and over a period of time it became clear we were more than just friends.”

I’m being dramatic, but I think this dispels the idea that it’s impossible to find love if you don’t leave home.

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October 2013: George and Amal Have Their First Date

George also told The Hollywood Reporter about how their first official date came to be. He was in London overseeing the music for Monuments Men and decided to invite Amal for a visit. “Then we went for dinner…and when we came out, there were 50 paparazzi there. But she handled it like a champ. And pretty quickly, things escalated once I was in London,” he said

While they dated and got to know each other, they told CBS that they wrote each other letters. While they described that courtship, Amal added that some of the letters George wrote to her came from...his dog? Talk about bringing someone into your inner world! TBH, I'm more than here for it — let your sweet, goofy flag fly, George!

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April 2014: George and Amal Get Engaged

I always say there’s no denying when you’ve fallen in love with someone, and that couldn’t be more true for George and Amal Clooney who got engaged after six months of dating. Seriously, the way George proposed is something out of a romantic fairytale because he planned it. Not only that, but he cooked for her and sent her on a short scavenger hunt — except she didn’t know she was supposed to be looking for a ring.

He revealed even more details about the moment during his interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “I did all the stuff, got down on my knee and did all the things you’re supposed to do. I had a playlist with my Rosemary [Clooney] songs on it, and I was waiting for this song, ‘Why Shouldn’t I,’” he said.

Needless to say, Amal happily accepted his proposal! Ironically,I’m starting to realize there’s not always a set timeline for people to get engaged or married after dating. Some people only date for a few months while others date for years before deciding to get married. It’s all very personal.

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September 2014: George And Amal Clooney Get Married

It wouldn’t be right if the couple didn’t get married in Italy, the country where they first met. Of course they were free to get married wherever they wanted, but leave it to the Clooneys to keep the romance going.

People reported the lovely couple wed at the Aman Canal Grande resort and guests like Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, and John Krasinski were in attendance.

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January 2015: George and Amal Grace the Red Carpet Together

For the first time ever, George and Amal Clooney made an appearance on the red carpet at the beginning of 2015. They attended the Golden Globes together where George received the famed lifetime achievement award.

Towards the end of his speech, George praised Amal in only a way that a man truly in love with his wife could. He said, "You make every single day — every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday — feel as special as tonight..."

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Late 2016: George and Amal Found the Clooney Foundation for Justice

By 2016, George and Amal Clooney decided to found the Clooney Foundation for Justice — an organization that aims to shed light around social injustices found across the globe. They've prioritized spending their own money to help those in need without a second thought and have even donated to the Southern Poverty Law Center.

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February 2017: PEOPLE confirms George and Amal are expecting twins

Almost three years after getting married, a source close to George and Amal Clooney revealed the two were expecting a baby together. They told People, "They’re all very happy," referring to the couple's family.

George later revealed to The Hollywood Reporter that he was shocked when he discovered the couple would actually become parents to twins. He recalled their experience in the ultrasound room. "He goes, 'Well, there's one.' And I said, 'Great.' And then he goes, 'And there's the second one.' And I was like, 'What?' We just sat there, staring at that piece of paper they give you, and I kept thinking there was a mistake," he said of the exchange between the doctor and the couple.

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June 2017: George and Amal Clooney Welcome Their Twins

People also reported the birth of George and Amal Clooney's twins — Alexander and Ella — during the summer of 2017. "This morning Amal and George welcomed Ella and Alexander Clooney into their lives. Ella, Alexander and Amal are all healthy, happy and doing fine. George is sedated and should recover in a few days," they revealed in lighthearted joint statement.

September 2017: George and Amal Clooney Make Their First Appearance After Becoming Parents

Later that year, George and Amal Clooney graced the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival in support of George's film Suburbicon. George — an ever dapper gentleman — wore a classic black tuxedo while Amal wore a lilac Versace gown.

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May 2018: George and Amal attend Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding

Things were quiet for the couple until the spring of 2018. They attended Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's highly publicized wedding. They were just a few of the celebrities that were seen in the crowd.

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February 2022: George and Amal accept the Catalyst Award together

A couple of years later, George and Amal Clooney were the proud recipients of the joint Catalyst Award from the Elevate Prize Foundation. The amazing work they'd been doing in connection with the Clooney Foundation for Justice hadn't gone unnoticed and they were praised for their amazing philanthropic work.

While accepting the award, George gave a moving speech about their foundation's purpose. "One of the Elevate Prize Foundation's core values is human safety and freedom...Our goal at the foundation is to free the innocent and punish the guilty. I think we're both inspired by the young people out there challenging injustice in their communities, a new generation that won't accept the status quo," he said.

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September 2022: George and Amal attend London premiere of Ticket to Paradise

The couple then attended the London premiere of Ticket to Paradise where they looked refreshed and glowy. This is my attempt to be appropriate, but they truly looked smoking h-o-t!This time George wore a three-piece suit while Amal stunned in beautiful slip dress.

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October 17, 2022: George and Amal attend Ticket to Paradise Los Angeles premiere

They then attended the L.A. premiere of Ticket to Paradise where George looked debonair in a grey suit. Amal wore a gorgeous Alexander McQueen number that was an appropriate nod to the film's paradise theme.

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December 3, 2022: George and Amal Attend The Kennedy Center Honors

George and Amal Clooney attended the Kennedy Center Honors where he, along with honorees, received a nod for lifetime achievements. They were a picture of perfection on the red carpet, especially Amal. She dazzled in a lovely Valentino gown that looked amazing on her frame.

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August 31, 2023: The Couple Attend The DVF Awards in Venice

While attending the DVF Awards in Venice, Amal received the DVF Leadership Award. During her acceptance speech, Amal thanked George for being by her side. People reports she said, "Venice is the place where almost nine years ago we were married. I just wanted to say, you, my love, like this city, take my breath away, and you make our lives magical. It is sometimes hard to believe you exist, so thank you for being the brightest light in my life.”

September 28, 2023: George and Amal host The Albies

Before the end of 2023, People reported George and Amal Clooney hosted their foundation's second annual Albies at the New York Public Library to continue highlighting the importance of securing human rights for all.

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23 Stellar Gifts For You And Your Gals From The Amazon Holiday Beauty Haul Event

Whether you need a special dose of self-care this season, or are prepping gifts for your girlfriends and family members ahead of the holidays, the Amazon Holiday Beauty Haulevent is not one to miss. Countless deals on beauty, self-care, and grooming products will be available to shop online from October 23 to November 5, and some of them include only the *best* picks that helped us show ourselves a little TLC this year. Ahead, B+C’s immediate recommendations and go-to’s for beauty, skincare, self-care, and gift set deals.

Beauty Deals

Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer | Bronzer Face Powder Makeup | Dermatologist Approved | Packaging May Vary

As a longtime fan-fave, the Butter Bronzer delivers a super natural glow, perfect for warming up your winter makeup looks.

Maybelline Tattoo Studio Ink Pen Eyeliner

B+C Content Editor, Haley Sprankle loves how intense this eyeliner is. The line it draws always comes out dark and definitive for her, so if you're looking for something to shake up your makeup look, this pick is it.

Revlon Colorstay Lip Liner with Built-in-Sharpener

This long-wear lip liner will withstand all your holiday plans. Whether you're sipping a cocktail or indulging in a home-cooked meal, the color is there to stay. When it's time to reapply, the pencil self-sharpens for convenience.

Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge Duo

These makeup sponges are the OG! You know it's about time to refresh that beaten-up blender, so go snag some at a reduced price!

Skincare Deals

Bio-Oil Skincare Oil Serum for Scars and Stretch Marks, Body and Face Moisturizer

This oil-serum hybrid works wonders for diminishing the appearance of acne scars or stretch marks. Even if you’re not targeting those skin issues, Bio-Oil hosts beneficial amounts of vitamin A and E that even out dark spots and deeply hydrate your skin. You can essentially use it anywhere on your body, too.

Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water with Rose Water and Glycerin

B+C Creative Assistant, Meredith, adores this micellar water. It’s an absolute must in her nightly skincare routine because it makes taking off makeup *and* cleansing her skin so quick and easy. She’s found that any variety of Garnier’s micellar water is compatible with her skin type, but she recommends this rose water one the most for its hydrating properties.

Jergens Natural Glow Instant Sun Body Mousse

Meredith is a chronic user of Jergens gradual self-tanning lotion, so she recommends just about any of their tanning products. This mousse is perfect for when you want an instant glow.

Kale Detox Deep Cleansing Face Wash by Pacifica for Unisex

This cleanser will leave your face feeling fresh AF. It provides a fairly deep clean, but remains very gentle on the skin.

Self-Care Deals

Burberry My Burberry Blush Eau de Parfum, 1.6 Fl Oz

Perfume can be really expensive, so it’s awesome that you can get premier scents at a better price with the Amazon Holiday Beauty Haul deals. This one from Burberry holds a very feminine impression with pomegranate, lemon, rose petal, and apple.

Panasonic Close Curves Electric Shaver for Women

This trimmer is here for your bikini line any time. You can use it wet or dry, which is a major plus for girlies on the go!

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Daily Skin Therapy Body Lotion with Vitamin E, 13.5 Fl Oz (3 Count)

The Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula is another one of Meredith’s ride-or-dies because her skin feels hydrated and plump for hours and hours after smothering it on her skin. This Amazon Holiday Beauty Haul deal prices each bottle of lotion at about $4, which is just unbeatable for the quality. Keep one for yourself, gift the rest!

Aveeno Tone + Texture Renewing Body Scrub

As a dry skin girly, Aveeno has never steered Haley wrong. This scrub simultaneously exfoliates and hydrates, the ultimate duo for wintertime.

Billie Whipped Shave Cream - Lavender & Bergamot Scent - 6.5 fl oz

This whipped shaving cream takes it easy on your skin. It’s a total bonus that it smells heavenly, too.

Calvin Klein Euphoria for Women Eau de Toilette, 1.6 Fl Oz

This classic perfume won’t cost as much this week, so if you’re shopping for a more upscale gift, now’s your chance.

Waterpik ION Professional Cordless Water Flosser Teeth Cleaner Rechargeable and Portable, Black, 1 Count

If you find flossing on the reg a challenge, the Waterpik is an easier solution for personal dental care. This on-deal tooth cleaner would also be perfect for anyone with braces or Invisalign to simplify their routine.

Hair Deals

Shark HD440BK FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System

This WIRED-backed hair dryer model beats the Dyson Airwrap in an instant. It’s just as luxurious, comes fit with numerous attachments, and is built to last a lifetime.

Revlon Crystal C + Ceramic Compact Hair Dryer | Long-Lasting Shine and Less Frizz

Haley can always count on this compact hair dryer when she’s traveling. The smaller size will fit perfectly in your travel bags so you don’t have to settle for the hotel wall hair dryer.

CHI Original Ceramic Hair Straightener Flat Iron

Leave it to the OG’s of hair care to create only the most iconic hair iron! This straightener is shoppable for almost half off this week.

CHI 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray, Clear, 8 Fl Oz

Styling your hair can come at a cost – heat damage. Prevent those fried strands and split ends with this fan-favorite thermal spray. Meredith notes she’s probably bought this bottle at least 10 times in her life.

Drybar The Brush Crush Heated Straightening Brush

Trust the blowout experts, Drybar, for your next hair tool purchase. This heated brush helps you achieve a salon-tier style every single day.

Gift Set Deals

Thayers Rose Petal Toner with Aloe Vera Formula + Thayers pH Balancing Daily Cleanser

Having a gentle toner on-hand is crucial to your skin’s comfort. This witch hazel-based one from Thayers, now available in a set with some cleanser, is perfect for a post-cleanse routine.

Pacifica Beauty Glow Baby Vitamin C Trial + Value Kit

Meredith always has the under-eye patches in this Pacifica gift set on repeat. If you’re shopping for someone with sensitive skin (or you just simply don’t know their skin type), this brand is a good bet.

Burt's Bees Hand Salve and Moisturizing Lip Balm for Dry Skin and Chapped Lips

If you (or your gift recipient) live somewhere where it gets crazy cold and dry in the winter, the Burt’s Bees Hand Salve in this duo pack is great for protecting your most sensitive skin from the elements. The lip balm is an added bonus, supplying even more moisture and protection.

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Desperate For Long Nails? How To Finally Make Your Nails Grow Faster

Nails breaking constantly? Wishing you didn't have to rely on tips at the salon? Desperate for that long nail look? You’re not alone. Despite it being used as an annoying and vapid phrase women would say in TV shows, breaking a nail is very painful and can ruin a (usually expensive) manicure. But don’t fret — we’ve rounded up five simple ways to get your nails to grow longer and stronger.

What causes weak fingernails?

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But first, what causes unhealthy, brittle, breakable nails? A lot of factors that may not instantly come to mind. According to WebMD, these factors can contribute to weak nails:

Aging: As we get older, our nails get thinner and can crack or peel.
Harsh nail products: Both nail polish and nail polish remover can have strong chemicals that can damage and dry out your nails, leading them to break.
Wet nails: Consistently have your hands in water, maybe doing the dishes or bathtime for the kids? This could be drying out your nails.
Underlying health issues: Vitamin deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, and many other health issues could be the cause of nails breaking.

How can I strengthen my nails?

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Dealing with some of these factors? While we can’t help you with the underlying health issues (please see a doctor if you think you may be dealing with something!), there are many easy things you can do to improve your nails and encourage growth.

Cuticle oil
Biotin
Diet
Nail protection
Avoid picking and peeling

Here's why each factor is important, plus how you can go about successfully achieving them.

Find a Cuticle Oil

You may only use cuticle oil when your manicurist applies it, but that doesn't have to be the case. Cuticle oils are an inexpensive and easy way to promote nail health and growth by keeping your nails hydrated. Cosmetically, cuticle oils encourage longer-lasting manis and leave your nails looking shiny and polished. But they do much more below the surface: cuticle oils create a healthier environment that allows strong growth for your nails.

Interested in adding cuticle oil to your beauty routine? Check our a few of my faves:

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Explore Biotin

Biotin is an important type of B vitamin that helps our bodies turn food into energy. It’s also one of the top recommended supplements for hair and nail growth, and for good reason. Many scientists say a daily biotin supplement can improve nail strength in as little as a few weeks.

“Since it is water soluble, biotin (or vitamin B7) can’t be stored in the body and must be acquired from diet or through supplementation,” shared Rachel Kilroy, Director of Product Innovation at Solaray, the original pioneers in supplement health and wellness. Solaray has developed a new supplement that provides biotin in a unique way.

“Solaray’s Timed Release Biotin strategically supports nail health with a powerful 5,000 mcg of this important nutrient, delivering half of the biotin rapidly and the other half gradually over a period of up to 8 hours for sustained support,” Kilroy continued. “With consistent use, this vegan formula—lab verified for purity and potency—can provide comprehensive support for longer, stronger nails.”

Supplements not your thing? Biotin can be found naturally in many foods, like cooked eggs, whole grains, soy and other beans, nuts and nut butters, salmon, mushrooms, and cauliflower.

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Eat A Nail Friendly Diet

Nails require a balanced, healthy diet for proper growth and strength. According to Medical News Today, making small tweaks to your diet can make a big impact on your nails. Adding in nutrients like more iron or calcium in your diet will have your nails growing long and strong.

Dieticians recommend a colorful diet for nail growth consisting of colorful fruits and veggies, nuts, seeds, eggs, lean meat, avocado, sweet potato, and whole grains.

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Protect Your Nails While Wet

Constantly doing dishes, managing bath time, gardening, or swimming? The water may be the cause of your breakage.

Your nails are like sponges, constantly expanding and contracting when water goes in or out of the nail cells. This can strain your nails, causing them to weaken, peel, and then break.

When possible, grab a pair of rubber gloves to wear while cleaning to protect your nails from the water and make sure to fully dry your nails after they’re in water. Hand creams are also a win for your nails after water exposure.

Avoid Picking, Peeling or Biting

Bad habits that are addicting. While peeling off your gel manicure can be so satisfying, it’s one of the worst things you can do for your nails. Same with constantly picking or biting your nails. As someone who used to constantly bite her nails down, I can assure you my nails are much healthier and stronger after kicking that habit.

Want to quit that habit? Try a nail bite deterrent, like this one from ella+mia or this one from LONDONTOWN and watch your nails grow before your eyes.

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Yulin Kuang’s Debut Novel “How To End A Love Story” Is Summer's Hottest Book Club Pick

I've got a thing for Reese Witherspoon's book club which is why I couldn't wait to get my hands on Yulin Kuang's debut novel How to End a Love Story. Chosen as Reese's Book Club's May Pick, it features a romance that almost shouldn't make sense. I mean, when's the last time you realized you trauma bonded with someone? Except Helen Zhang and Grant Shepard's character arcs as well as the entire plot of How to End a Love Story doesn't even feel like that.

Instead, Yulin uncannily peels back the layers of what it means to be a layered human being who happens to be carrying trauma, talent, success, imposter syndrome, and burning desire in their hearts. Even that doesn't scratch the surface of who Helen and Grant are. Trying to capture their essence feels like I'm stumbling over my words which points to how great this novel is and that means Yulin's goal has been accomplished.

Though she loves perfectly executed rom-coms and is fortunate to be working on them in the filmmaking space, she doesn't consider How to End a Love Story as one. "...I was searching for something more aligned with the Brontë sensibility of romance in the writing of this book. Less warmth and charm, more id-level storytelling and unchecked carnal desire," she explains.

Yulin Kuang's Journey To "How To End A Love Story"

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Some people seem to be born knowing they're destined to right, but some of us stumble into it and realize, "Hey, I'm pretty good at this." For Yulin, her journey to her debut novel How to End a Love Story takes the latter route. Her first dream, you make ask? To be an Olympic figure skater.

"...that didn't pan out so I turned to storytelling," Yulin admits. That pivot led her to set her sights on becoming an author as she began honing her creative writing skills via your classic marble composition notebooks. If you're still wondering if she kept some of them, the answer is yes!

The screenwriter and author then found herself drawn to other aspects of writing and film. She says, "I eventually fell in love with screenwriting and directing while in undergrad at Carnegie Mellon, and I spent my first decade post-grad concentrating on my filmmaking career."

Yulin Kuang's Approach To Filmmaking

It's a reason why her hard work and the stars aligned for her to adapt Emily Henry's Beach Read and People We Meet on Vacation.

When I ask what helps her approach the book-to-film trajectory, she credits writing fan fiction. This feels similar to Christina Lauren's own experience, further proving that fan fiction deserves the utmost praise for helping some of the best literary and film minds who ultimately birth what I could only describe as masterpieces.

Yulin says, "Fan fiction is where I first learned you could play with characters originated by someone else to discover what you’d make them do in your own version." Although it would be easy for anyone to snap their fingers and have their first pitches accepted by everyone, she learned to lean on what writing fan fiction taught her.

"Early in my career, I would pitch on book-to-film adaptations and I’d be like, 'Change nothing, just shoot the book!' And I wouldn’t get those jobs, because I didn’t have a clear “take” and because you can’t actually just shoot a book – adaptation is an art form unto itself. So onceI started approaching adaptation with more of a fan fiction mindset – 'What is my take on these characters and this world?' – that helped me approach the book-to-screen trajectory more successfully," she proudly says.

However, this doesn't mean she never questioned if she could still find ways to create new ideas. "...in 2021, at a time when everything else I was working on was an adaptation, I found myself wondering if I had anything original left within me," she remembers.

It's natural for creatives to experience moments of doubt, but Yulin has been able to turn the tide and discover untapped ideas in her mind. Just don't expect her to set her own expectations about any adaptations she's working on.

She says, "Know that I am an avid reader of romance and a frequent consumer of this genre across mediums, and I will be bringing everything I know going into these adaptations. But more specifically to Beach Read, which I have more creative ownership over as the writer/director."

How Yulin Kuang Relates To Her Main Characters In "How To End A Love Story"

And since How to End a Love Story is truly Yulin's own creative body of work, it makes sense that main characters Helen and Grant have pieces of her personality as well as her characteristics.

"I gave Helen all my hopes and insecurities from high school and gave her the alternate universe path where I had pursued publishing instead of Hollywood. I examined what might have happened if I’d grown into certain qualities I’ve actively tried to grow away from," she says of Helen Zhang.

Right away, readers get the sense that Helen is a whip-smart and hardworking, but her penchant for being cautious about her success also peeks through. Though she's written highly successful YA (read: young adult) novels, Helen waits with bated breath for the moment people will call her bluff. She's relatable because many of us wonder if we're simply cosplaying as versions of ourselves who've reached any level of success.

On the other hand, there's Grant Shepard. He's seemingly this cool, calm, and collected screenwriter who has a complicated past with Helen. Yulin says, "I gave Grant a lot of the qualities I’m proud of and/or have coveted as a working screenwriter, and I certainly relate to many of his thoughts on screenwriting and the current state of our industry."

The more the reader learns about Helen and Grant, the more it becomes obvious that there's more to them than meets the eye. Sure, they are complicated...but who isn't?

"At their core, Helen and Grant are just two kids from Jersey trying to make it in Hollywood, and of course I relate deeply to that," she says.

Yulin Kuang's View Of Rom-Coms

Based on Yulin's genuine interest in romance novels and the fact she's well-versed in adapting them, she knows what it takes to make rom-coms flourish. Her first take? "Romantic tension is key to any romance – I always need to know why our couple can’t be together now. The second that tension is gone, so is audience interest," she points out.

This explains why we can't get enough of reading books about it, listening to albums dedicated to it, or watching films that depict all levels of romance. Still, there are some people who approach the genre with a side eye.

"There seems to be a natural human suspicion of things that make us feel too good – like, 'That can’t possibly be good for us, that’s just candy!' I wonder if it’s something evolutionary at work," she says before doubling down. "You can’t argue with the fact that people absolutely fucking love rom-coms, and I will die on the hill that a well-earned happily ever after is both harder to achieve and more narratively satisfying when it’s pulled off successfully."

She's the type of writer who really appreciates a big kiss that's handled correctly onscreen, but she's also not afraid to "groan every time it's fumbled." But, she knows everyone still won't see romance the way she and so many others view it, but she doesn't really care.

"Ultimately, I don’t concern myself too much with changing minds that don’t want to be changed.There are enough smart people who recognize the power and value of rom-coms, and I’d rather spend my precious time creating art to surprise and delight the people with good taste."

Need I say that this is yet another reason why How to End a Love Story works so well?

How Yulin Kuang Wishes The World Would Celebrate AAPI Month

As much as she's vocal about screenwriting and rom-coms, Yulin also has thoughts about the way society-at-large talks about BIPOC creative artists. "There’s a real, 'This is important, eat your vegetables,' vibe to things. And while that might be true, it’s not the most appealing way to market or discover art," she says.

She admits this could be due to how many diversity-in-film panels she's attended. As a Black woman, the conversations I see every year during Black History Month seem to have a certain "Let's check this box so everyone can be happy" vibe, so I can imagine attending panels about diversity and inclusion can start to sound repetitive after awhile.

Yulin doesn't hold back when she says, "I’m a little jaded when people ask me diversity questions at this point. I don’t want to attract the kind of readers who are only showing up to be supportive of my Asian-ness. It’s a bit like showing up to a date where someone says, 'I’m so excited that you’re Asian!!!'" This is an analogy I can so get behind because it makes a lot of sense!

It's one thing to have representation, but I like to think it's always obvious when people are approaching the conversation in a way that 'others' BIPOC people. We're literally not asking for a trophy, but more so an acknowledgement that we shouldn't be excluded from conversations, spaces, and careers or treated differently.

This sentiment is shared by Yulin who says, "That’s the thing about me that I didn’t do on purpose, and while I’m glad you’re excited, I hope there are things that I did do on purpose that you find exciting, too" and feels there is a way to be a genuine ally.

"...support AAPI creatives by all means, and perhaps begin by celebrating us as individual artists even after the designated month ends. And where applicable, talk about our work like it’s candy, not vegetables. I’d rather be irresistible than important," she states.

Take a page from Yulin Kuang's book and pick up a copy of How to End a Love Story today! You won't regret it!

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