20 Halloween Decor Finds That Aren’t Cheesy

    1. Glassware Set: From afar, this X-Ray Glassware Set ($39) looks like your standard cocktail hour glassware. But as guests sip on their drinks, they’ll be greeted with a spooky cool x-ray image.

      2. Flameless Black Candles: Set the mood for a sophisticated yet spooky scene with these Black Crocodile Candles ($64-$74). These flameless candles will make sure your space is safely lit this season.

        3. Halloween Word Garland: Throw a party that is Tom Haverford approved with this “Trick or Treat Yo’ Self” Halloween Garland ($26). It’s perfect for a fun dessert bar.

          4. Halloween Prop Party Pack: Set up the ultimate photo booth with this Halloween Prop Party Pack ($22). It contains 20 different props, both holiday and traditional, so you’re sure to have a multitude of photo ops with these guys.

            5. Ceramic Skull: This Skull + Moths Object ($49) is the centerpiece for your Halloween dinner party. Or, you could simply use it to add a little chic holiday decor to your coffee table or mantle.

              6. Dinner Napkins: If you are throwing a dinner party or simply serving small bites, you’re going to want to make sure you have napkins. These Dots Dinner Napkins ($28) are festive without being too spooky, and are reusable for all of your year-round festivities.

                7. Table Runner: Add a bit of well-spun charm to your table with this Spiderweb Table Runner ($16).

                  8. Tassel Garland: Get into the fall spirit (and something other than black and orange) with this colorful Fall Leaves Tassel Garland ($35). You could even keep this one up until Thanksgiving.

                    9. Pillow Covers: These Halloween Pillow Covers ($32-39) feature beautiful spooky-themed type and images. They even come with an option to customize the words and phrases to your liking.

                      10. Bleeding Candles: Looking to add a little gore to your decor? These Black Bleeding Taper Candles ($7) will do the trick without being too gross.

                        11. Mummy Servers: These Mummy Servers ($20) are sure to lend a hand in spookily serving up your holiday dishes.

                          12. Lab Cocktail Set: Mix up some Frankenstein-esque drinks with this Lab Cocktail Set ($45).

                          13. Serving Trays: And while you’re at it, serve up hors d’oeuvres with these Bride and Frankenstein Appetizer ($12) trays featuring everyone’s favorite creepy couple.

                          14. Wooden Sugar Skull Wall Art: This colorful Sugar Skull Wall Art ($40) is sure to welcome all visiting spirits as they enter your home.

                          15. Halloween Menu: Guests can easily pick their poison with this Halloween Cocktail Menu ($10). This is a downloadable PDF, but can be customized with your own boo-worthy beverages by request.

                          16. Plates: For dinner or small bites, these Spider Tidbit Plates ($30) are the perfect plates to snack on.

                          17. Skull Ornaments: These festive Sugar Skull Ornaments ($24) will add a creepy touch of color throughout your home.

                          18. Marquee Sign: Light up your night and add a little fright with this “Boo” Marquee sign ($50).

                          19. Tablecloth: This geometric Spectre Tablecloth ($20) is versatile enough to go with even the creepiest (or chicest!) Halloween decor.

                          20. Candle Holder: The That’s So Meta-Carpal Candle Holder ($40) will look fantastic on any table without you even having to lift a finger.

                          How are you decorating for Halloween? Let us know in the comments!

                          In case it's not abundantly clear by now, it's the season of canned pumpkin recipes, and we're all for putting it in just about everything we eat and drink! But if you thought you had to use fresh pumpkin puree for all those fall recipes, think again. These canned recipes are delicious and perfect for Thanksgiving, whether you're making an appetizer for the fam or whipping up your famous pumpkin pie.

                          Here are 47 recipes – including canned pumpkin dessert recipes – that use pumpkin from a can.

                          Brit + Co

                          Pumpkin Swirl Brownies

                          Whoever first decided to put pumpkin and brownies together needs some sort of reward. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          The Ultimate Pumpkin Pie

                          For your next all-Saturday Netflix session, surprise your binge TV-watching buddy with a pumpkin pie that tastes of pecans, cloves and Biscoff spread. It's the perfect thing to accompany your go-to comfort show. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Spiked Pumpkin Hot Chocolate

                          Everything about this drink sounds like a good idea. Pumpkin? The perfect seasonal ingredient. Hot cocoa? Our favorite cold weather drink. Rum? A tasty (and optional) part of the recipe. Make this hot chocolate for your Halloween party, Friendsgiving, and beyond. (via Brit + Co)

                          Lifestyle of a Foodie

                          Pumpkin Pie Cookies

                          It's a pie. It's a cookie. It's a pumpkin pie cookie! This loaded canned pumpkin dessert recipe is the perfect thing to make and bring to a party. (via Lifestyle of a Foodie for Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          DIY Pumpkin Curry Recipe

                          If you like to warm up your evenings with curry, swap your usual ingredients for pumpkin puree to make it even more autumnal. This recipe is full of your usual veggies, plus some avocado and coconut milk. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Double Chocolate Banana Pumpkin Bread

                          Banana bread is already a tasty idea for fall baking, but add in pumpkin *and* chocolate for something that is too good to pass up. Swap the chocolate ganache for chocolate chips if you want, or just add in both. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

                          This recipe is like your favorite cookies, just a little bit healthier. These cute cookies even look like pumpkins! (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Chocolate Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

                          Upgrade this childhood Rice Krispie Treat with a dab of chocolate and a pinch of pumpkin to turn them into something fall-approved. Colorful sprinkles are non-negotiable. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          The Pumpkin Trifecta

                          One can, three delicious pumpkin desserts? It's not magic. It's just the great pumpkin. Try one at a time over the next month or make all three for your next fall dinner party. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Pumpkin Pie Frozen Yogurt

                          It's never too cold for fro-yo. With some canned pumpkin and spices, this recipe is only 100 calories and promises to satisfy your October cravings. Count us in! (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats

                          Let's not forget our pooches. They deserve to gorge on gourd, too. Bonus points if you can find cute, dog-approved cookie cutters for this canned pumpkin recipie. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          French Toast Waffles Canned Pumpkin Recipe

                          Whoa. Pumpkin, French toast and waffles? This recipe is almost too good to be true. Talk about the ultimate Saturday morning breakfast! (via Brit + Co)

                          Kezia Lynn / PEXELS

                          Pumpkin Spice Banana Bread

                          This easy banana bread is the yummiest excuse to use up ripe bananas and that can of pumpkin puree that's been sitting ini your cabinet for months. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Apple Pumpkin Curry Soup

                          Get ready for a big spoonful of coziness. All of our favorite fall flavors are floating around this savory and sweet soup that makes for a great dinner anytime you're feeling cold. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Pumpkintini

                          Who would've thought that you could make a PSL into a cocktail? Genius! (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

                          Eating pie for breakfast is not a wise choice. Making your breakfasttaste like pie is. You won't want to go back to normal oatmeal after you try this recipe. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Pumpkin Spice Smoothie

                          Fall-ify your morning smoothie with a little pumpkin and a little spice. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          One Pot Cheesy Pumpkin Pecan Pasta

                          If you thought pumpkin couldn't be added to a cheesy pasta, this is proof that it definitely can. Pecans add a little bit of crunch, and while this recipe is already meatless, you can make it with dairy-free cheese to turn it into something magically vegan. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          Pumpkin Pie Cobbler

                          Forget apple cobbler this fall. Try this pumpkin cobbler that's baked… inside a pumpkin. Mind = blown. (via Brit + Co)

                          Brit + Co

                          White Chocolate Pumpkin Mousse With Spiked Whipped Cream

                          Thanksgiving Day already has your oven working overtime. Give it a break by serving up this delicious pumpkin-y no-bake dessert. Not only will it allow your kitchen to take it easy but you also won't be sweating over the stovetop. (via Brit + Co)

                          Betty Crocker

                          Pumpkin Donuts

                          These sugar-covered donuts are made from cake mix and canned pumpkin. Trust us: you do have time to make them. They're just that good. (via Betty Crocker)

                          Cookin' Canuck

                          Spiced Pumpkin Yogurt Parfaits

                          If you're looking for a way to add pumpkin to your morning routine, you found it. Use Greek yogurt and honey granola to make yourself a healthy breakfast. (via Cookin' Canuck)

                          Cookie and Kate

                          Pumpkin, Pineapple and Rum Cocktail

                          At your next soirée, warm everyone up with this sweet and sour cocktail. (via Cookie and Kate)

                          Willowbird Baking

                          Pumpkin Cheesecake Pillow Popovers

                          These pillow popovers will melt in your mouth, filling it with flavors of pumpkin and cheesecake. Our mouths are already watering for this canned pumpkin dessert. (via Willowbird Baking)

                          Chocolate Covered Katie

                          Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

                          Sometimes, you just need a PSL. Don't want to get out of your PJs to make that happen? This recipe = problem solved. You can make it right in the comfort of you own kitchen, especially if you have your own at-home coffee bar. (via Chocolate Covered Katie)

                          Life, Love and Sugar

                          Pumpkin Pie In A Jar

                          We're sure that everyone has wished for their own personal-sized pumpkin pie at some point in their life. Make that dream come true with these no-bake pies in a jar! (via Life, Love and Sugar)

                          The Tart Tart

                          Pumpkin Ice Cream Sandwiches

                          There isn't much in this world that compares to homemade ice cream. Except maybe homemade pumpkin ice cream sandwiches between homemade chocolate chip cookies. (via The Tart Tart)

                          Chocolate-Covered Katie

                          Pumpkin Reeses

                          While Reeses are delicious all by themselves, replacing peanut butterwith pumpkin is the best idea we've heard all month. You can add a pinch of salt to round out the flavor. (via Chocolate-Covered Katie)

                          Diethood

                          Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Rolls

                          Wake up to deliciousness and pumpkin pie with these cinnamon rolls. We'll take two… pans. (via Diethood)

                          Sally's Baking Addiction

                          Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

                          If variety is the spice of life, then these cookies are everything. You can easily alter the flavor by using chocolate chips or cranberries or… wait for it… pumpkin seeds! (via Sally's Baking Addiction)

                          Call Me PMC

                          Pumpkin Pie Pop Tarts

                          Do you have a strict morning routine? Make these Pop Tarts ahead of time for some pumpkin on the go if you don't have time to make a huge breakfast. (via Call Me PMC)

                          Averie Cooks

                          Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie

                          Realice cream plus canned pumpkin equals a super scrumptious twist on classic pumpkin pie. (via Averie Cooks)

                          Eva Bakes

                          Pumpkin and Peach Muffins

                          Who'd have thought these two orange ingredients would go so well together? You better be snatching up those peaches while you can. (via Eva Bakes)

                          Delightfule Made

                          Pumpkin Coffee Cake Donuts

                          These donuts will pair perfectly with your steaming cuppa. Pair with pumpkin spice tea or a PSL for the ultimate pumpkin experience. (via Delightfule Made)

                          Desserts With Benefits

                          Pumpkin-Spiced Walnut Butter

                          Alright, stop, collaborate and listen. Spice is back with a brand new invention. You've just gotta try this butter on your next bagel. (via Desserts With Benefits)

                          Bakerita

                          Pumpkin Crumb Cake

                          With the crazy baking season, who has hours and hours to spend baking? This cake may look complicated, but it's actually incredibly easy, which automatically gets a thumbs-up from us. Plus, who can resist a crumb topping like that? (Not us.) (via Bakerita)

                          The Chic Life

                          Autumn Granola Canned Pumpkin Recipe

                          This pumpkin-y granola combines lots of flavors to create a breakfast you'll be craving all season long. Swap out some of the ingredients come winter to keep things seasonal. (via The Chic Life)

                          The Sweet Chick

                          Maple Fudge Canned Pumpkin Recipe

                          Hand this fudge out to all of your trick or treaters, and don't be surprised when word on the street gets out that you've got the best treats on the block. (via The Sweet Chick)

                          Country Cleaver

                          Pumpkin Caramel Cheesecake Cones

                          'Tis the season for bonfires, and ice cream cones make the ideal vehicle for a delectable cheesecake treat that can be eaten (quickly!) around the fire. (via Country Cleaver)

                          Daily Burn

                          Healthy Pumpkin Pancakes

                          These pancakes are a fabulous healthy way to refuel after a morning workout. Just go lighter on the syrup, or get your sweetness by adding some semi-sweet chocolate chips in each cake. (via Daily Burn)

                          Baking a Moment

                          Pumpkin Creme Brulee

                          Crusty top, creamy middle, pumpkin taste — now that's a dessert worth breaking a diet for. (via Baking a Moment)

                          Woman Scribbles

                          Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

                          This warm, gooey and chocolatey take on a delicious pumpkin loaf bread is a heaven sent option for those who love combining their favorite fall flavors together. (via Woman Scribbles)

                          Vanilla and Bean

                          Pumpkin Maple Pecan Granola With Cranberries

                          Add a different texture to your pumpkin maple pecan granola with cranberries. Its sweet and crunchy flavor will pair well with morning cereal or yogurt bowls. (via Vanilla and Bean)

                          Averie Cooks

                          Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

                          Cheesecake is one of those classic desserts that will probably never go away – not that we want it to. To spice things up, try baking these sweet pumpkin cheesecake bars. (via Averie Cooks)

                          Bowl of Delicious

                          Instant Pot Pumpkin Chili

                          A warm bowl of chili on a crisp fall day is enough to bring a smile to anyone's face, but did you know you could add pumpkin to it? For something that's a little spicy yet savory, make this Instant Pot pumpkin chili for the family this weekend! (via Bowl of Delicious)

                          Where Is My Spoon?

                          Chicken and Pumpkin Risotto

                          We live for comfort foods like this chicken and pumpkin risotto. It's light and flavorful, making every spoonful a delight to taste. (via Where Is My Spoon?)

                          Barley & Sage

                          Pumpkin Spice Macarons

                          Macarons are another fan favorite that deserve their chance to be baked this fall. Bake this pumpkin spice recipe for your upcoming Halloween party! (via Barley & Sage)

                          Check out our Pinterest and online baking + cooking classes for more canned pumpkin recipe inspiration!

                          This post has been updated.

                          It's the most wonderful time of the year: awards show season! We're getting closer to seeing the Oscars, the Grammys, and the Golden Globes celebrate the best movies, music, and TV shows of 2024, and we finally know who's up for the Golden Globes. The program will air on CBS and Paramount+ January 5 at 8 pm EST.

                          Even though this awards show is usually an indicator of what the Oscar nominations will look like, my group chats aren't so sure — some of these nominations (and snubs) are such wild cards!

                          Keep reading to see all the 2025 Golden Globe nominations — and snubs.

                          The Most Shocking Snubs & Surprises Of The 2025 Golden Globes Nominations

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                          To no one's surprise, The Bear led amongst its competition with 5 nominations, followed closely by four nominations for both Shōgun and Only Murders in the Building. And Selena Gomez's Emilia Pérez got 10 nominations!

                          Some notable snubs of this year's Golden Globes include leaving Wicked's Jon M. Chu and Dune 2's Denis Villeneuve out of the director category (which baffles me even more after Greta Gerwig's Barbie snub at the Oscars), Sing Sing in the screenplay category, and Saoirse Ronan in the acting categories even though the Oscar-nominated actress was in both The Outrun and Blitz!

                          As far as surprises go, September 5 is nominated for Best Picture, despite the fact it hasn't been released yet. And, okay I know Wicked already announced they'd be submitting Cynthia Erivo for a lead actress and Ariana Grande for supporting, but my group chats STILL can't believe it! Also Zendaya being nominated in lead actress in a comedy/musical for Challengers...since when is Challengers a comedy?!

                          Golden Globe Nominations For Movies

                          Searchlight Pictures

                          Best Motion Picture – Drama

                          • The Brutalist
                          • A Complete Unknown
                          • Conclave
                          • Dune: Part Two
                          • Nickel Boys
                          • September 5

                          Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy

                          • Anora
                          • Challengers
                          • Emilia Pérez
                          • A Real Pain
                          • The Substance
                          • Wicked

                          Best Motion Picture – Animated

                          • Flow
                          • Inside Out 2
                          • Memoir of a Snail
                          • Moana 2
                          • Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
                          • The Wild Robot

                          Cinematic and Box Office Achievement

                          • Alien: Romulus
                          • Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
                          • Deadpool & Wolverine
                          • Gladiator II
                          • Inside Out 2
                          • Twisters
                          • Wicked
                          • The Wild Robot

                          Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language

                          • All We Imagine as Light (India)
                          • Emilia Pérez (France)
                          • The Girl with the Needle (Denmark)
                          • I’m Still Here (Brazil)
                          • The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Germany)
                          • Vermiglio (Italy)

                          Universal Pictures

                          Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama

                          • Pamela Anderson for The Last Showgirl
                          • Angelina Jolie for Maria
                          • Nicole Kidman for Babygirl
                          • Tilda Swinton for The Room Next Door
                          • Fernanda Torres for I’m Still Here
                          • Kate Winslet for Lee

                          Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama

                          • Adrien Brody for The Brutalist
                          • Timothée Chalamet for A Complete Unknown
                          • Daniel Craig for Queer
                          • Colman Domingo for Sing Sing
                          • Ralph Fiennes for Conclave
                          • Sebastian Stan for The Apprentice

                          Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy

                          • Amy Adams for Nightbitch
                          • Cynthia Erivo for Wicked
                          • Karla Sofía Gascón for Emilia Pérez
                          • Mikey Madison for Anora
                          • Demi Moore for The Substance
                          • Zendaya for Challengers

                          Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy

                          • Jesse Eisenberg for A Real Pain
                          • Hugh Grant for Heretic
                          • Gabriel LaBelle for Saturday Night
                          • Jesse Plemons for Kinds of Kindness
                          • Glen Powell for Hit Man
                          • Sebastian Stan for A Different Man

                          Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role

                          Selena Gomez for Emilia Pérez
                          Ariana Grande for Wicked
                          Felicity Jones for The Brutalist
                          Margaret Qualley for The Substance
                          Isabella Rossellini for Conclave
                          Zoe Saldaña for Emilia Pérez

                          Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role

                          Yura Borisov for Anora
                          Kieran Culkin for A Real Pain
                          Edward Norton for A Complete Unknown
                          Guy Pearce for The Brutalist
                          Jeremy Strong for The Apprentice
                          Denzel Washington for Gladiator II

                          Amazon MGM Studios

                          Best Director

                          • Jacques Audiard for Emilia Pérez
                          • Sean Baker for Anora
                          • Edward Berger for Conclave
                          • Brady Corbet for The Brutalist
                          • Coralie Fargeat for The Substance
                          • Payal Kapadia for All We Imagine as Light

                          Best Screenplay

                          • Emilia Pérez
                          • Anora
                          • The Brutalist
                          • A Real Pain
                          • The Substance
                          • Conclave

                          Best Original Score

                          • Conclave
                          • The Brutalist
                          • The Wild Robot
                          • Emilia Pérez
                          • Challengers
                          • Dune: Part Two

                          Best Original Song

                          “Beautiful That Way” forThe Last Showgirl
                          “Compress / Repress” for Challengers
                          “El Mal” for Emilia Pérez
                          “Forbidden Road” for Better Man
                          “Kiss The Sky” for The Wild Robot
                          “Mi Camino" for Emilia Pérez

                          TV Show Golden Globe Nominations For 2025

                          Patrick Harbron/Disney

                          Best Television Series – Drama

                          • The Day of the Jackal
                          • The Diplomat
                          • Mr. and Mrs. Smith
                          • Shōgun
                          • Slow Horses
                          • Squid Game

                          Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy

                          • Abbott Elementary
                          • The Bear
                          • The Gentlemen
                          • Hacks
                          • Nobody Wants This
                          • Only Murders in the Building

                          Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television

                          • Baby Reindeer
                          • Disclaimer
                          • Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
                          • The Penguin
                          • Ripley
                          • True Detective: Night Country

                          FX/Hulu

                          Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Drama

                          • Kathy Bates for Matlock
                          • Emma D’Arcy for House of the Dragon
                          • Maya Erskine for Mr. and Mrs. Smith
                          • Keira Knightley for Black Doves
                          • Keri Russell for The Diplomat
                          • Anna Sawai for Shōgun

                          Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Drama

                          • Donald Glover for Mr. and Mrs. Smith
                          • Jake Gyllenhaal for Presumed Innocent
                          • Gary Oldman for Slow Horses
                          • Eddie Redmayne for The Day of the Jackal
                          • Hiroyuki Sanada for Shōgun
                          • Billy Bob Thornton for Landman

                          Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy

                          • Kristen Bell for Nobody Wants This
                          • Quinta Brunson for Abbott Elementary
                          • Ayo Edebiri for The Bear
                          • Selena Gomez for Only Murders in the Building
                          • Kathryn Hahn for Agatha All Along
                          • Jean Smart for Hacks

                          Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy

                          • Adam Brody for Nobody Wants This
                          • Ted Danson for A Man on the Inside
                          • Steve Martin for Only Murders in the Building
                          • Jason Segel for Shrinking
                          • Martin Short for Only Murders in the Building
                          • Jeremy Allen White for The Bear

                          Miya Mizuno/HBO

                          Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or a Motion Picture Made for Television

                          • Cate Blanchett for Disclaimer
                          • Jodie Foster for True Detective: Night Country
                          • Cristin Milioti for The Penguin
                          • Sofía Vergara for Griselda
                          • Naomi Watts for Feud: Capote vs. the Swans
                          • Kate Winslet for The Regime

                          Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television

                          • Colin Farrell for The Penguin
                          • Richard Gadd for Baby Reindeer
                          • Kevin Kline for Disclaimer
                          • Cooper Koch for Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
                          • Ewan Mcgregor for A Gentleman in Moscow
                          • Andrew Scott for Ripley

                          Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role

                          • Liza Colón-Zayas for The Bear
                          • Hannah Einbinder for Hacks
                          • Dakota Fanning for Ripley
                          • Jessica Gunning for Baby Reindeer
                          • Allison Janney for The Diplomat
                          • Kali Reis for True Detective: Night Country

                          Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role

                          • Tadanobu Asano for Shōgun
                          • Javier Bardem for Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
                          • Harrison Ford for Shrinking
                          • Jack Lowden for Slow Horses
                          • Diego Luna for La Máquina
                          • Ebon Moss-Bachrach for The Bear

                          Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television

                          • Jamie Foxx for Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was
                          • Nikki Glaser for Nikki Glaser: Someday You’ll Die
                          • Seth Meyers for Seth Meyers: Dad Man Walking
                          • Adam Sandler for Adam Sandler: Love You
                          • Ali Wong for Ali Wong: Single Lady
                          • Ramy Youssef for Ramy Youssef: More Feelings

                          Did any 2025 Golden Globe nomination (or snub) surprise you? Let us know in the comments!

                          Hosting for the holidays just got a whole lot more magical with Anthropologie’s goodies. From elegant tableware that'll totally "wow" your guests to whimsical decor that sets the perfect festive mood, Anthropologie is the premier destination for polished party essentials. Whether you're planning a chic dinner party or getting lit with your cousins, these are the best finishing touches for a spirited gathering. Get ready to impress your guests with our picks!

                          Our favorite holiday hosting necessities from Anthropologie:

                          Let's dive into some of the best holiday hosting pieces from Anthropologie, from tableware to decor!

                            Anthropologie

                            Holiday in the City Stoneware Dessert Plate

                            These adorable dessert plates are available in several different designs, all of which depict a different city pictured in holiday snow. Your Christmas sweet treats will look stunning served on these!

                            Anthropologie

                            Bow Icon Juice Glasses

                            Anthro's viral Icon Juice Glasses are super cute for a variety of occasions, but these bows feel especially holiday-esque. Snag a set for your next gathering's cocktail lineup!

                            Anthropologie

                            Waterfall Coupe Glasses

                            Martini, anyone?! These stunning, shine-lined glasses have the perfect touch of elegance.

                            Anthropologie

                            Benedita Bow Ceramic Stoneware Serve Bowl

                            This serving bowl is perfect for salads, pasta salads, soups, and more. Bring it to a holiday potluck, and everyone will be asking where you got it.

                            Anthropologie

                            Morgan Shot Glasses

                            Now it's really gonna be a party with these colorful shot glasses. Practical in the moment and quite cute when not in use, your bar cart is begging for this set!

                            Anthropologie

                            Festive Bistro Tile Dessert Plate

                            'Tis the season for more and more sweet treats, but you could even serve dinner or apps on these unique dessert plates.

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                            I've always loved a pop of blue, red, or yellow in an otherwise neutral space. And while I admire anyone who can masterfully combine all three, blue has always been my clear favorite. Now, IKEA has officially crowned 'Electric Blue' as their 2025 Color of the Year. Inspired by the seas and skies, Electric Blue is a hue that IKEA describes as “contemplative and calm, yet versatile enough for modern and traditional spaces.”

                            Whether you’re looking to refresh a bedroom, energize a living room, or add a cool pop to your kitchen, this happy, bold shade delivers in the form of wall art, plush throws, or statement-making furniture. The best part? It plays well with others. Pair it with sunny yellows, vibrant oranges, soft lavenders, or even a daring hot pink. Will you be embracing this blue wave in 2025? From rugs and pillows to accessories and more, here are our top picks to embrace the new year with a splash of blue.

                            Wayfair

                            Iryanna Upholstered Armchair

                            This playful elephant trunk design calls for a color that doesn't take itself too seriously, creating a look that's minimalist and modern yet anything but boring.

                            IKEA

                            IKEA KLIPPOXEL Throw

                            This yarn-dyed throw feels just like mohair and it's made from recycled materials. It's a great way to commit to this bright color while on a budget.

                            West Elm

                            WE Checkered Shag Washable Rug

                            This 100% wool rug is actually washable and adds a bit of play and pop of blue to any space.

                            IKEA

                            IKEA KYRRE Stool

                            These stacking stools are so versatile and can be added to the corner of any room for extra seating or tables.

                            Urban Outfitters

                            UO Lola Nightstand

                            This cylindrical side table is perfect for holding your best reads, phone, other bedside essentials.

                            Amazon

                            Knot Pillow

                            Go blue on this iconic pillow for a whimsical and cozy addition to any room.

                            IKEA

                            IKEA SLATTUM Upholstered Bed Frame

                            This affordable bed frame will brighten up your bedroom and day.

                            Amazon

                            AllBlue Modern Eclectic Wall Art, Set of 12

                            For just $10, you can channel your own Blue Period with this striking and eclectic gallery wall.

                            Etsy

                            Twist Candles By Lex Pott

                            Designer Lex Pott combined both base and candle so you don't need a candle holder. Brilliant idea and color!

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                            Truth be told, no greater controversy plagues Gilmore Girls fans than the battle of the boyfriends, but we’re finally ending the great boyfriend debate once and for all. Sorry, Team Jess and Team Dean (Is anyone Team Dean?), we’re ruling in favor of Logan Huntzberger — and we’ve got the receipts to back it up.

                            Before we even begin to look into Rory Gilmore's BFs, though, we must take a look at Rory herself. Although she has her flaws (like stealing yachts when she encounters a shred of criticism, for one), she actually isn’t a terrible girlfriend. “Rory has a secure attachment style,” couples therapist Kayla Sammons, LMFT at Millennial Life Counseling, tells Elite Daily. “She is comfortable being with her partner and apart from him. That’s a good start to building a lasting relationship.”

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                            OK — so we know Rory’s a decent person to date. But what about her boyfriends? As all Gilmore Girls fans know, there are the big three; the rather possessive Dean Forester, the moody and literary Jess Mariano, and (our favorite) the wealthy and cheeky Logan Huntzberger. If you’ve watched the show, there’s a good chance you’re adamantly on one of their sides. Let us show you why Logan is the guy you need to get behind.

                            In speaking with Elite Daily, Sammons agrees that Logan is Rory’s best boyfriend — and apparently it’s not just because he calls her Ace. “Logan and Rory both show signs of high self-esteem, which helps them feel secure in themselves and their relationship,” she says. “Rory feels safe and excited by Logan and his unpredictability, while also knowing she’s safe with him.”

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                            As all Gilmore Girls fans can recall, they started off as an FWBs before developing an IRL long-term commitment. Sammons says this as a good sign because it shows their ability to grow together. “Rory is able to self-reflect and communicate her need for more from a partner,” she says. “Then, they both take a chance on one another not knowing if it [will] work, and that risk is what relationships are all about.”

                            Before Rory, Logan was an avid bachelor with a lengthy roster of women. Rory knew this, and never tried to change him when they started seeing each other loosely. Eventually, though, Rory tells tell Logan that she can't see him anymore, because ultimately casual relationships aren't for her. She never once asks him to choose her, which is just what Logan needed to realize how much he wanted (and needed) Rory.

                            Within seconds, Logan tells Rory that he doesn't want to stop seeing her. He'll trade in his long-term bachelor lifestyle for her. She is officially his one and only. His decision is exactly why their relationship was so strong. It was his choice. He wanted Rory, and Rory wanted him, so he (very) willingly dropped everything for her.

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                            This moment clearly separates Logan from the insecure Dean and withdrawn Jess, because it shows that he’s ready to step up for Rory. Although it seems like a minuscule moment between Rory and Logan, it showcases their genuine commitment to one another. The slow build of her relationship with Logan, coupled with their compatible personalities, ultimately makes him the best fit for her.

                            That's not to say that their relationship wasn't without issues, though (like that time they steal a yacht, which is totally NBD). Even in these trying moments, they consistently trust and support each other. They evolve together, cementing their relationship as Rory’s healthiest, even if Rory ultimately rejects Logan’s marriage proposal at her graduation from Yale in quite possibly one of the worst plotline decisions in the history of television (clearly we’re still not over this). Even despite their dalliances in the Gilmore Girls reboot, their compatibility still earns Logan the title of Best Boyfriend.

                            So there you have it — a definitive summary as to why Logan is the best partner for Rory, even though she inevitably messed it up (as she has a pension for doing). BRB while we overnight a Logan of our own.

                            Have we convinced you to join Team Logan? Let us know @BritandCo!

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                            This post has been updated.