I Wear These Smoothing Flared Leggings Non-Stop, so I’m Stocking Up While They’re on Sale

Photo:BetterMe (1)As a shopping editor who loves fashion, I try to incorporate thelatest trendsinto my closet. However, I do play favorites when it comes to reliable clothing styles, especially tried and trueloungewearand athleisure pieces I can toss on at any moment.Buttery-soft pants, particularly leggings, are a mainstay in my outfit rotation, and lately, I’ve been reaching for flared styles. My most-grabbed-for pair right now isBetterMe’s High-Waisted Flared Leggings, which I’ve tested for the last two months.

I'm a 5'2" Fashion Writer, and Petite-Friendly Dresses Will Be in My Wardrobe Rotation This Spring

Photo:WalmartAs a writer who shops online for a living, it’s only natural that I’m already planning myspring wardrobe. With warmer weather approaching, I’m most eager to incorporate dresses into my style due to the breezy design and ability to pair the pieces with a sweater, jacket, or tights to accommodate colder nightsAt 5 feet 2 inches, finding a spring-ready dress that isn’t too long can be tough for me, butWalmart’s selectionincludes so many picks that are flattering for petite sizes, and they’re under $40.

I'm a Shopping Editor, and These Are My Favorite Walmart Finds from Last Year I'm Bringing Into 2025

Photo:People People One of the perks of my job as a shopping editor istesting a variety of products. In 2024, I tried over 100beauty,fashion, home, and travel finds, and a sizable amount was from my favorite under-the-radar retailer: Walmart. I’ve kept an eye onWalmart’s offerings for two years now, so you could say I’m an expert on what’s worth buying, especially as someone who reviews the items first-hand and puts their quality to the test.

I'm a Yoga Instructor Who’s Shopped at Lululemon for Years — These Are the Spring Finds I'm Buying Now

Photo:lululemon (3) lululemon (3) The seasons may be changing, but one thing is for certain — I’ll still be wearing Lululemon no matter the time of year. Now that the weather is warming up, I’m going to be restocking my closet withnew seasonal finds, and you should, too. As a yoga instructor, I’ve tested so many athleisure brands, but Lululemon is the one that holds up both on and off the mat.

I've Had This Dirt Devil Stick Vacuum for 8 Years, and It's Still Cleaning Like It's Brand New

Photo:PeopleNew Yorkers like myself tend to move a lot. As a result, I rarely spend a lot of money on items that feel temporary, including avacuum cleaner.So when I bought myDirt Devil Simpli Stik Vacuum, I thought I’d have it for the two years I lived in my apartment at that time. To my surprise, three moves, one husband, and a tiny dog later (altogether, eight years), the vacuum is still cleaning as well as it did on day one.