Yes, y’all, I’m doing the unthinkable and opting out of buying mums this year. Instead, I’m decorating with faux options that still bring that same seasonal warmth and color without all the upkeep.

We’ve all fallen into the trap of buying trendy home decor at the peak of its craze, only to realize later that the once-trendy item is making your room look dated. It happens to the best of us, ...

Hallie Milstein is an Editorial Fellow for Southern Living where she is primarily focused on digital production and online content creation. She covers home design, entertaining, and lifestyle across ...