Wendy Rose Gould
Contributing Writer
Wendy Rose Gould is a lifestyle journalist whose work appears in national outlets including Real Simple, Martha Stewart, The Knot, and House Beautiful. She covers home, travel, beauty, and wellness with a focus on thoughtful storytelling and reported, service-driven pieces. When not writing, you can catch her perusing thrift stores, singing, hitting the gym, and petting any cat or dog that'll allow it.

These 5 Vintage Barware Items Are Surprisingly Valuable, According to Experts
Conversation pieces for the bar cart.

This Simple Trick Is Perfect for Adding Architectural Detail to Your Home—and It Starts in the Kitchen
Here are unexpected ways to use this kitchen detail.

Designers Are Ditching Minimalism—Here’s What They’re Decorating With Instead
Beige is getting the boot for something far more exciting.

Designers Say the "Beachy" Aesthetic Is Out for 2026—Here's the New Look That's Replacing It
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These 6 Vintage Plates Are Surprisingly Valuable, According to Experts
These collectibles could bring in serious cash on the resale market.

Reading Nooks Are Back—and They’re Nothing Like You Remember
Your reading marathons have never been more stylish.

9 Affordable Decor Finds to Refresh Your Home Inside and Out
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5 Types of Vintage Trinkets That Are Actually Worth a LOT
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These 6 Paint Colors Can Make Your Home Look More "Vintage,” According to Designers
Pretty pigments, with heritage appeal.

6 Clever Double-Duty Furniture Ideas Designers Swear by for Small Spaces
These stylish pieces marry form with function.

5 Types of Vintage Chairs That Are Actually Worth a LOT, According to Experts
You may need to take a seat for some of these price tags.
This “Everyday” Antique Is Shockingly Valuable—and You Can Find It at Any Thrift Store
You won't believe what people once used it for.

6 Types of Vintage Lamps That Are Actually Worth a LOT, According to Experts
An illuminating look at the pieces that can score you a lot of money.

8 Ways to Tastefully Curate Your Open Shelving Like a Designer, According to the Pros Themselves
Time to level up your shelf-scaping.

How to Choose a Marble Countertop That Won’t Look Dated in 10 Years, According to Designers
Pros share their best stone shopping advice.

7 Types of Vintage Vases That Are Actually Worth a LOT, According to Experts
You’ll want to keep your eye out for these finds.
6 "Uncool" Antiques That Can Make Your Home Look Tacky, According to Designers
Not everything is worth bringing home.

8 Types of Vintage Cups That Are Actually Worth a LOT, According to Experts
You could score big, with the right eye.
Does Your Home Need a Renovation...or Just a Redecoration? Experts Weigh In
Before you spend thousands to overhaul your space, here's what to consider.

Your Antique Brass Is Probably Fake: Here's How to Check, According to Experts
It’s easier than you think to find the real deal.

A ‘Laundry Speakeasy’ Is the Designer-Approved Layout Fix We Should ALL Consider
Form and function quietly collide to make your chores so much easier.

Patterns Are the New Neutrals: 6 Designer Tips for Decorating With "Timeless" Prints in 2026
Make a subtle statement with this new twist on pattern play.

This Retro Feature Is BACK and Making Bathrooms More Fun Than Ever, According to Designers
A playful upgrade to the everyday bathroom sink.