About four years ago, after the deadly shooting at a synagogue in Poway, Calif., in April 2019, Abby Adams and Sammy Gabbai started an Instagram account to share stories of Jewish solidarity. The account, Why I Wear My Star, featured posts containing people’s reasons for wearing Star of David jewelry and other Judaica. Ms. Adams…

(Nov 18): For the past four months, 27-year-old dentist Tanu Shreya has spent every spare minute planning her upcoming wedding. From accessories to match a fresh outfit for each of the four days of celebrations, to personalised gifts for hundreds of guests, her family has been out shopping every weekend since the date was finalised…

Travel + Leisure editors have tested thousands of products just this year alone. We’ve spent countless hours in our Testing Lab and out in the world traveling to round up products that we know are worth buying. But the best part is that tons of those expert-approved products are on sale ahead of Black Friday:…

Holiday shopping is in full swing, which probably means you’re looking for ways to save money. Enter: The Pioneer Woman’s Gift Guide at Walmart. From hostesses to home chefs, the collection has so many present ideas for everyone on your list. We picked out some of our favorites below to save you time and money.…

Sarah Montoya (right) cuts the ribbon during the opening of her business, Mercaderia, at Amor Collective, Nov. 17, 2023, at 9780 W Northern Ave. in Peoria. Mark Henle/The Republic Stephanie Vasquez speaks before the ribbon-cutting ceremonies for 13 new businesses at Amor Collective, Nov. 17, 2023, at 9780 W Northern Ave. in Peoria. Mark Henle/The…

LONDON — Marisa Hordern, the founder of Missoma, has been playing the long game with the brand she launched in 2008. A decade and a half later, she’s cementing the jewelry brand with a brick-and-mortar store on Monmouth Street in London’s Covent Garden. “We knew Covent Garden worked really well for us because of the…

If the market’s latest debuts have any lesson to tell, it’s that the design community indeed works better together. From Flamingo Estate taking color cues from Morocco for its new line with Beni Rugs to jewelry designer Aurélie Bidermann’s regal tableware for Christofle, industry brands across categories are coming together to bring thoughtful new offerings…

Adobe Stock Scorpio, a water sign ruled by the mysterious and transformative planet Pluto, is a puzzle to be solved. Known for their intensity, passion, and a touch of secrecy, Scorpios can be a challenging lot to decode, especially when it comes to finding the perfect birthday gift. But worry not, with this article you…

Every day is a good day to shop local in Central Virginia! When you shop local, you’re keeping your money in your community. Whether you’re planning to shop on Small Business Saturday, the Saturday following Thanksgiving, or start your holiday shopping earlier, visit your favorite local shops. You’ll find something for everyone on your list…