How to Turn a Clothing Rack Into a Vertical Garden

Cassidy Miller
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Maddie Bachelder
Mar 18, 2021
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This DIY vertical garden is made with a clothing rack, macrame planters, and as much greenery as we could squeeze in and it works indoors or outdoors. It only takes five minutes to build. So whether you're patio-less, backyard-less, or are just looking for an excuse to double your plant collection, this easy DIY project is calling your name.

Materials + Tools:

Instructions:

  1. If you're adding color, first follow the step-by-step below.
  2. Using rope, fasten the macrame planters to the clothing rack.
  3. Carefully add in the potted plants.

If you want to gussy up your clothing rack with some color, try this color-blocking trick with spray paint:

  1. Measure and tape off about one foot of the top of each clothing rack arm.
  2. Spray paint one color above the tape, then let it dry.
  3. Remove the tape, then re-tape the arms just above your spray line.
  4. Spray the bottom half of the rack with your second color.
  5. Once dry, remove the tape.

Are you trying this DIY yourself? We want to see the results! Snap a pic and share it with us on Instagram @BritandCo.

Author: Maddie Bachelder

Production: Cassidy Miller

Photography: Brittany Griffin

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5 Simple Summer Decor Swaps to Refresh Your Dated Style

Summer doesn't break for home decor trends, and we love what we're seeing pop up lately, many inspired by viral summer fashion trends. From chrome to cabana stripes to coquette – a flirty, romantic, French-inspired aesthetic – here are five trends we're loving for our homes, indoors and out.

Chrome Decor

This retro metal is having a moment in home decor as searches for chrome on Yelp are up 14 percent. The metallic trend can be found everywhere from pendants to side tables to artful accessories like vases and candlestick holders.

Splurge: Design Within Reach Melt Pendant

Budget: Kinetic Ceiling Lamp Chrome

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Interior Icons Bertie Lounge Chair

AllModern Taft Avenue Chrome End Table

Lusko Sponge Upholstered Metal Parsons Chair (Set of 2)

Coquette Decor

From toile to ribbons to dainty florals, the coquette craze has evolved into a legitimate home decor style and we are not sad about it. Searches for coquette are up 337 percent on Yelp. Express your feminine style with this darling decor trend.

Splurge: Priyanka Effie Dining Chair

Save: UO Floria Toile Chair

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Caitlin Wilson Noelle Bow Pillow

Wayfair Upholstered Sofa

Anthropologie Eloise Semi-Flush Mount

Checkerboard Tile Decor

According to Yelp, tile installation has seen a 36 percent increase in the last year. The checkerboard comeback, like this above Merzoni Checker Ruzzini porcelain wall & floor tile, is a classic and timeless look, from kitchen to outdoor patio. We love the trend for more than just flooring too.

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Willow + Wild Grey & White Tile Pavers

Otto Blue Checkers Cement Tile

Wayfair Butterfly Pedestal Platter

Customized Decor

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More homeowners are looking to personalize their space, with custom touches seeing significant increases on Yelp. Custom curtains are up 60 percent, as are custom doors (up 30 percent) that add character.

Closet systems, like this custom closet designed by Karan and Sapna Aggarwal of Los Angeles design firm Bungalowe (spy the full interior here), saw a 40 percent increase, reflecting the desire for a more tailored look.

Cabana Stripe Decor

Feel like you're vacationing along the Italian Riviera right at home. Resort-inspired decor like bold cabana stripes are hot this summer and really never go out of style. Bring them indoors and out!

Splurge: Wayfair Cabana Tent Gazebo

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Urban Outfitters Riley Arch Bed

Wayfair Lucy Outdoor Ottoman

Anthropologie Whitney Frame

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Hold Up, Did Rebecca Yarros' First 'Onxy Storm' Excerpt Just Tease Violet Sorrengail's True Identity?

Fans of Fourth Wing are on pins and needles because Rebecca Yarros just announced she's finished writing the third book in the Empyrean series! It's us, we're fans — along with over half of BookTok.

We can't believe we're getting closer to reading more about Violet Sorrengail's journey, but we know you have a ton of burning questions about the release date for Book No. 3.

We may not have all the answers, but we've done a little digging to share as much as we can because who doesn't want to know what Rebecca Yarros has been up to?

I'm new to the Empyrean series. Are "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame" really worth reading?

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I'm not going to lie to you. The editorial team, including myself, are extremely biased about Fourth Wingand Iron Flame. From my perspective, I think these are great books for anyone who had the pleasure of growing up during the great Harry Potter era and moved on to watchingGame of Thrones and House of Dragons.

Did she announce the name of book no. 3?

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YES! Book No. 3 is titled Oynx Storm.

Knowing what we do about the manifestation of Violet's powers, I think this could hint she's going to play an even larger role in the series. According to a fan theory shared on TikTok(via Empyrean Riders), it's believed that Violet and Xaden Riorson are actually gods. Stay with me here.

Empyrean Riders noted that Violet's last name means heavenly and that she's able to control time thanks to her connection to the young dragon Andarna (I love her so much!). That sounds pretty god-like to me.

And when asked which two Taylor Swift songs describe Onyx Storm, Rebecca Yarros chose "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" from The Tortured Poets Department and "So It Goes..." from Reputation. "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" is one of Taylor's most powerful songs and definitely translates the idea that Violet's powers are going to be stronger than ever, while "So It Goes..." is equal parts suspense and seduction, and is TOTALLY about "all the pieces fall right into place" to get together with the right person.

There's so much more to unpack so I suggest grabbing a yummy snack while you fall down the rabbit hole. All I'm sure of is that Onyx Storm is going to leave our emotions in shambles just like Fourth Wing and Iron Flame did.

When did Rebecca Yarros announce she's done writing book no. 3 in the series?

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On June 17, Rebecca Yarros shared this image of her laptop to indicate she'd finished the third book in the Empyrean series.

She wrote, "(Pic from one of the very many locations in which this book was written)," towards the end of the caption before adding a few relevant hashtags to it.

When will Onxy Storm be available for purchase?

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Rebecca Yarros exclusively told Good Morning America that fans can expect the book to hit shelves January 21, 2025! That gives us a little over six months to prepare our emotions for what's sure to be a storm of a book.

She said, "There will be politics, new adventures, old enemies and of course, dragons." There's no way she could forget the dragons because I'd willingly riot over them. They deserve to have their stories told forever.

As luck would have it, Cosmopolitan received an exciting first look at what's to come in Onyx Storm. The excerpt begins with Violet realizing the Venin have found their way into Basgiath War College and are wreaking havoc. Alongside Rhiannon, Sawyer, and Ridoc, she races to stop the Venin from releasing Jack Barlowe from his prison cell.

However, Violet's shocked when she discovered one of the "dark wielders" has a long silver braid that closely resembles her own. Before she can fully react, the woman disappears. According to Screen Rant, there are possible theories about why Violet saw her and what this means for her growing power.

Towards the end of the excerpt, Violet discovers the Venin want to capture her too. Also, Xaden makes his long-awaited appearance and it's clear their playful banter in the face of danger hasn't changed. That he hasn't fully changed into the Venin Violet's used to seeing.

I officially can't wait to read the rest of the book in January!

Has Rebecca Yarros revealed the cover for Onyx Storm?

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Onyx Storm

Yes!

TODAY received an exclusive look at the cover for Onyx Storm and it doesn't disappoint! Unlike its predecessors, it appears Rebecca Yarros is hinting that darker events will take place.

Fans of the Empyrean series aren't the only ones who are excited to see what fate has in store for our favorite characters though. In a statement to TODAY, Rebecca revealed how elated she is to be working on the series again. "It's amazing to be back with these characters again. She also said, ""I can't wait for readers to see what Violet, Xaden, and the rest of the quadrant have in store for them in Onyx Storm!"

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Get Your Pool Decor Inspo From This Musician's Mid-Century Remodel

The photographer Slim Aarons spent his career shooting celebrities and socialites lounging poolside with mid-century homes as the backdrop. His photographs were a peek inside the the lives of the rich and famous, and inspiration for design enthusiasts looking for sleek exteriors. As we head into summer and the great outdoors, how our open spaces look and feel becomes a design priority, creating a space to chill, grill, and entertain our favorite people.

Inspired by its mid-century roots, designer Meredith Kleinman reimagined the Los Angeles home for Nick O'Malley, bassist for the band Arctic Monkeys, and his family, preserving a lot of the mid-century details while adding in modern amenities. Here's a peek inside, along with mid-century pool decor to refresh your outdoor space.

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O'Malley's home has incredible views and captures amazing Californian light throughout the day. To highlight the views, Meredith kept the interior design clean and simple.

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She added vintage furnishings, classic light fixtures, and custom walnut built-ins to honor the original quality of the home.

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The bedrooms all have great views perched above the pool inside the three-story home.

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The owners wanted the home to be easy to take care of, fun, comfortable and low maintenance while still looking great and being as eco-friendly as possible.

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Meredith preserved the retro kidney-shaped pool and resurfaced the surrounding area while planting around to keep it clean and modern.

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A sunroom opens out to the pool area, a comfy place to lounge, read, and host guests.

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The central seating area is sleek and cozy with retro pendants to complete the look.

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A combo of wood, concrete and stone keep the area eco-friendly with drought-tolerant plants.

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The bathroom echoes the poolside inspiration with a retro vibe.

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Here's the view at night. Simple, clean, and perfect for gathering.

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West Elm Build Your Own Sectional

This sectional exudes easy and breezy. The cool, California vibe gives off the perfect place to lounge and enjoy your outdoor space.

Mischa Indoor/Outdoor Pillow

These colorful pillows add some character to the chill mid-century vibes — helping you avoid the "sad beige aesthetic" handily.

Leo Hanging Globe Pendant

A pendant is perfect for any mid-century room, adding an easy elegance while it lights up the space.

The Club Umbrella

This playful umbrella is giving Palm Royale in all the best ways — exactly what you want for your poolside decor.

Tosswear Reserve Outdoor Tumblers

Having cute glassware is essential for good mid-century modern vibes, but glassware and pool decks don't always mesh well. These colorful outdoor tumblers are the perfect solution!

Sensu Indoor/Outdoor Lounge Chair

Not your typical poolside seating, these lounge chairs are so effortlessly cool.

Tahiti Outdoor Resin Chaise Lounge Set

For lounge chairs, I love this pop of yellow! It's bright and summery and so what your backyard needs right now.

Poolside Backgammon by Slim Aarons Vintage Print

I can't talk about Slim's eye for mid-century poolsides without including a print in my decor roundup! Just look how good this is!

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WHICH Movie Had Kate Winslet "Sh—ing" Herself?!

Kate Winslet is THE Hollywood actress to me. Not only has she starred in box office smashes like Titanic and Avatar: Way of Water, but she's proven her acting chops in breakout indie flicks and provided mothers and daughters everywhere with eternal Christmas movie nights thanks to The Holiday. But the actress' consistently viral kindness, her dedication to embracing her natural beauty, and her sophistication don't mean she always feels confident. Kate Winslet just spilled on the one movie from her career that had her "sh—ing" herself, and I just had to dive in.

Here's what Kate Winslet had to say about her scariest movie experience ever.

  • Kate Winslet made a name for herself with Titanic, Sense & Sensibility, and The Holiday.
  • However those movies aren't the film she wants fans to ask about!
  • The actress spills on the movies she's proud of, and the one job that had her "sh—ing myself."

Talking to Vanity Fair for her newest film Lee, Kate Winslet revealed one project she wishes fans asked about more is Iris. The 2001 film stars Kate as a young Iris Murdoch against Judi Dench's older counterpart. And for Kate, nothing was more terrifying than working with such a wonderful actress.

"People don’t really ask me about Iris. It’s such a delicate film," she says. "It was the first thing I had done after having my daughter. Going to work with a baby, I’m playing Iris Murdoch, looking to Judi Dench’s older Iris Murdoch — I was sh—ting myself."

Considering how nervous I get when I meet my heroes, I can only imagine what it was like to meet Dame Judi Dench. Talk about a dream! Another film Kate loves is Revolutionary Road, and not just because she got to reunite with Leonardo DiCaprio.

"The thing that people say is, 'You got to work with Leo again.' Then they go off on the whole Leo tangent, which I totally understand," she says of the film, which follows an ambitious couple who find themselves trapped in the reality of 1950s suburbia. "But Revolutionary Road — f—king hell, it just knocked us all sideways. Unbelievably difficult material. I was very proud of that film and what Leo and I were able to create as Frank and April. It was so brutal."

The process for getting Lee into the world sounds equally brutal, considering Kate started working on it over a decade ago. As producer, Kate tells Vanity Fair she doesn't mind the fact she's done more for the film than if she only had an acting credit. "That has felt very necessary for this film. But it’s also just really important to me," she says. "It’s important to me that people know that it’s out there and might feel compelled to go and see it."

Because it turns out, commercial success or stardom on its own doesn't actually help your movie get made! "It doesn’t matter who you are," she says. "No one’s going to go, 'Oh, I’ll just back that pony because she was in Titanic.' It doesn’t happen that way, and I never expected that. That’s really important to say."

"I've gotten older and I’ve learned more and felt more confident in myself about whether or not I could actually do it," she adds. "It’s not something I would’ve done had I not felt so passionately about the subject, and Lee was just—she wouldn’t let me go."

Let us know your favorite Kate Winslet movies in the comments, and since we've officially entered cozy season, check out Why The Holiday Movie Ending Is The Most Important Scene while you're at it!

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Here's A New Look At Florence Pugh's Return As Yelena Belova

Marvel movies are known for their heroes and their hopeful outlook on the world. But in 2025, we're getting a brand new team: the Thunderbolts. This team is made up of antiheroes and former villains, and it's sure to be the wackiest and strangest, as well as one of the most memorable, superhero movies we've seen in recent years.

Keep reading for the latest news on Thunderbolts* before it hits theaters in 2025.

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Thunderbolts* comes out this May, and the cast just showed off some brand new footage at the D23 convention — and thanks to the new 'Celebrating 85 Years' spot, we have the first look too!

We get a look at Bucky Barnes, The Red Guardian, John Walker, and Ghost. Plus, Yelena Belova, of course. This heartbreaking detail about Yelena's new look connects Florence Pugh's Yelena to Scarlett Johansson's Natashaand I'm WEEPING.

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And at D23 Brazil, we got a brand new look at my new favorite team. "There’s something in this film, in terms of superpowers and superheroes, that shows that our superpowers lie in how ‘broken’ we are," David Harbour said at the event. "As if our superpowers came from our relationships.”

What is the plot of Thunderbolts?

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Thunderbolts* Plot

Consider Thunderbolts* to be The Avengers' edgy younger sibling. The movie follows Yelena Belova (who we know off the bat is a "depressed assassin" thanks to a Marvel Studios press release). She's joined by Bucky Barnes, The Red Guardian, and John Walker. Based on a leak, it looks like we'll see this group of misfits team up against Valentina Allegra de Fontaine after she sends them on a deadly mission.

Thunderbolts* Release Date

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Thunderbolts* Release Date

Thunderbolts* hits theaters May 2, 2025.

Who's on the Thunderbolts team?

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Thunderbolts* Cast

Thunderbolts* stars Florence Pugh, Geraldine Viswanathan, Lewis Pullman, Hannah John-Kamen, Wyatt Russell, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Sebastian Stan, and David Harbour.

This is a huge cast, and Viswanathan just revealed how crazy the first day of filming was. “My first day didn’t feel real," she tells Vanity Fair. "I felt this extra pressure of, ‘Know your lines, babe. You can’t really play around like you usually do.’"

Historically, sci-fi fans haven't been kind to actresses in their favorite projects (remember when Star Wars fans bullied Kelly Marie Tran off social media?). But Viswanathan is already thinking ahead. “If it’s overwhelming, I’ll log off. But I like discourse around pop culture,” she says. “[Thunderbolts*] felt a little bit edgier and fresher, more existential and dark.”

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The rest of the cast also enjoyed working together. “Everyone is going to f—kin’ love me! It’s really, really, really fun to be with a group of actors that you have a good time with," Wyatt Russell says at Comic Con (via Variety), while David Harbour adds, “Florence Pugh [is] just electric to work with. There’s warmth and humor, but there’s also a lot of pathos.”

“This is why we can't stop laughing together, because we genuinely just had such a wonderful time with each other and we've loved working with one another," Pugh tells People. “I feel like this is something that we've never seen before from Marvel...it's a very open and honest and truthful idea. And I'm just really excited for people to watch it.”

Are you excited for this brand new chapter in the MCU? I really feel like Thunderbolts* will usher in a whole new generation of fans and I, for one, CANNOT WAIT! Let us know your thoughts on Facebook.

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