These Are the Top 5 Rising Travel Hot Spots, According to Google

Between a Facebook feed that’s chock full of your friends’ check-ins and location-based updates, top travel blogger Instagram accounts you love to follow or the hashtags you stalk to see the world, it can seem like a crazy coincidence when everyone’s posting about the same place — but data suggests it might not be. Travel trends can be influenced by things like the global economy, current events and updated transportation routes — and they’re totally real. In fact, we recently came across some pretty fascinating data from Google’s Insights Finder that highlights this year’s top five global city destinations (based on fastest rising searches), along with what kind of person wants to visit each. Mind, blown.

Admittedly, we weren’t shocked to see Reykjavik, Iceland listed as the top up-and-coming destination for ladies aged 25-34. After all, we’ve seen the blue lagoon and pretty Icelandic ponies filling our feeds this year. Google says that wanna-be Icelandic travelers tend to live in New York without kids, have an interest in hiking (makes sense) and often consider KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Naturally, KLM offers a ton of flights from New York City, some that cost as low as $600 for a trip across the Atlantic ocean and back to the Empire State. September through mid-April is also the best time to see the Northern Lights, so what are you waiting for?

HAVANA, CUBA

Almost equally unsurprising is seeing Havana, Cuba on the list. After all, President Obama became the only US President to visit since the 1920s, and we watched the first commercial flights take off from Florida in 2016. The city has a complex past and seems almost trapped in time with its colonial architecture and classic cars on the streets. Turns out, guys aged 35-44 who live in Florida make up the majority of people itching to see the recently accessible hotspot for themselves. Funny enough, Google found that the same group of guys loves movies. We’re willing to bet a Cuban cigar that they’ve seen Die Another Day or The Godfather Part II a time or two.

TORONTO

Toronto seems to be a totally logical pick for guys who live in Michigan and love hockey (the Hall of Fame is there, after all), but it’s also one of the most diverse cities in the world, with 140 languages spoken there. The abundance of different cultures has led to a burgeoning food scene, and the Toronto International Film Festival has a reputation for being a showcase for future Oscar-winning movies.

MEXICO CITY

Mexico City grabbed our attention as an up-and-coming destination for California or Texas-based guys who may or may not be football-loving dads. The history, architecture, museums, gorgeous street murals and innovative food scene all serve as draws away from the more popular beach areas. Even more, actually getting to Mexico City has become WAY easier and more affordable, thanks to updated US and South America flights.

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TOKYO

Japan’s futuristic and uber cool capital is a popular pick for young tech dudes living in Hawaii, and we get why. The city is like a sci-fi film IRL with neon lights, robots, thriving nightlife, gadgets galore, outrageous Harajuku fashion and space-age skyscrapers. The food scene is mouth watering, ranging from small ramen shops to Michelin-starred restaurants (the most in the world, warranting its own Michelin guide), and the impressively efficient (and clean) subway system will get you around the city in no time flat.

Are there any up-and-coming destinations you’ve been seeing a ton on your social feeds? Tell us which ones pique your interest on Twitter @BritandCo!

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Is anybody in Hollywood busier than Nicole Kidman? The queen of AMC has been feeding us non-stop since Big Little Lies season 2 ended in 2019. The Perfect Couple, A Family Affair, Nine Perfect Strangers, Babygirl— she never stops! Nicole's latest role in Amazon Prime Video's Scarpetta sets her opposite Jamie Lee Curtis for a mystery thriller adventure that might just rival Jamie's Knives Out.

The story, about a medical examiner who returns to her hometown, and a rocky relationship with her sister, feels like Sullivan's Crossing meets Big Little Lies, and I am locked in. Here's everything you need to know about the new series.

Is there a TV series based on Kay Scarpetta?

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Scarpetta Plot

Yes a TV show based on the Kay Scarpetta books is coming to Amazon! The crime series — which has been greenlit for two seasons — will follow Chief Medical Examiner Kay, played by Nicole Kidman (and reportedly inspired by CME Marcella Farinelli Fierro), who reenters her former position in her Virginia hometown. Not only is she navigating the ins and outs of her work life, but she's also balancing relationships with her sister Dorothy, her coworkers, and all the secrets that come with them.

Where can I watch the show?

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Scarpetta Release Date

Scarpetta will stream on Prime Video in the near future. We don't have an official release date yet, so stay tuned!

Is Jamie Lee Curtis going to play Kay Scarpetta?

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Scarpetta Cast

Jamie Lee Curtis will play Kay Scarpetta's sister Dorothy, while Nicole Kidman will play the role of Kay. The fact that the show is tentatively called Scarpetta makes me think the series will focus just as much on Dorothy — and their relationship — as it does on Kay.

Ariana DeBose, Bobby Cannavale, Simon Baker, Rosy McEwen, Jake Cannavale, and Bobby Cannavale have also been cast.

What order do the Kay Scarpetta books go in?

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There are 28 books in the Kay Scarpetta series so far.

  1. Postmortem (1990)
  2. Body of Evidence (1991)
  3. All That Remains (1992)
  4. Cruel and Unusual (1993)
  5. The Body Farm (1994)
  6. From Potter's Field (1995)
  7. Cause of Death (1996)
  8. Unnatural Exposure (1997)
  9. Point of Origin (1998)
  10. Black Notice (1999)
  11. The Last Precinct (2000)
  12. Blow Fly (2003)
  13. Trace (2004)
  14. Predator (2005)
  15. Book of the Dead (2007)
  16. Scarpetta (2008)
  17. The Scarpetta Factor (2009)
  18. Port Mortuary (2010)
  19. Red Mist (2011)
  20. The Bone Bed (2012)
  21. Dust (2013)
  22. Flesh and Blood (2014)
  23. Depraved Heart (2015)
  24. Chaos (2016)
  25. Autopsy (2021)
  26. Livid (2022)
  27. Unnatural Death (2023)
  28. Identity Unknown (2024)

What is a Chief Medical Examiner?

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A medical examiner investigates unusual or suspicious deaths. They perform post-mortem exams, determine the cause of death, and work with the local police.

Read up on Nicole Kidman's other newest project, Margo's Got Money Troubles!

When I went home for my annual vacation this summer, I was very prepared to spend all week on the beach. I was not prepared, however, to spend three days too sick to leave the house and to binge watch almost an entire season of The Great British Baking Show. Despite the fact my mom and sister love it, this was one series I'd never truly paid attention to. Maybe it's because I'm always watching a high stakes drama like Lost, or because I prefer the spontaneity and experimentation of cooking rather than the measured consistency of baking. But as soon as we started the first episode, all I could think was, Oh, I get it.

Comfort shows come in all genres, but there is no denying The Great British Baking Show is a be-all & end-all of comforting, cozy TV. Not only are the players kind and generous, but the show in and of itself can teach you a few things about baking! Honestly it gives me a similar feeling to standing in my grandma's kitchen (although nothing could truly match that feeling). Series 12 is coming to Netflix this weekend, which means you can whip up some breakfast in bed and spend all morning drooling over UK baked goods (which is an average weekend for me TBH). Here's everything you need to know about the new show.

Is there a 2024 Great British Baking Show?

Yes, The Great British Baking Show season 12 is coming to Netflix this weekend! Just like the seasons we know and love, season 12 brings together a group of amateur bakers who present everything from biscuits to cakes and eclairs to judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.

Where can I watch The Great British Bake Off 2024?

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The Great British Baking Show (known as The Great British Bake Off in the UK) will hit Netflix on September 27, 2024. We'll get a new episode every Friday until the finale on November 29. There will be 10, 60-minute episodes total.

Who are the bakers this season?

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This year's bakers include Andy, Christiaan, Dylan, Georgie, Gill, Hazel, Illiyin, Jeff, John, Mike, Nelly, and Sumayah. Judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith are returning, as are co-hosts Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding.

Will you be tuning in this weekend? Let us know on Facebook and check out 22 Decadently Delicious No-Bake Dessert Recipes if you're not a fan of the oven.

Fall in love with your home all over again with this list of home picks chosen to instantly elevate the look and feel of your most used spaces. From living room and bedroom furniture to hallway and home office decor, these pieces will refresh your space for a renewed sense of style just in time for the fall season.

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Your Living Room Needs a Sectional Sofa

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Anchor your living room with a plush and cozy sectional sofa in a natural shade like this gray performance fabric. The upholstery is as luxurious as it is durable and can be easily styled with throw pillows of any material for contrast.

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Style That Empty Corner With This Armchair

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This oversized armchair fits perfectly in a living room or home office corner and makes for a cozy reading nook. The upholstery fabric is a muted shade that complements other materials and welcomes throw pillows and blankets for layers of dimension in a small space.

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Create a Cozy Atmosphere With a Wool Rug

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Position this large wool rug under your coffee table or anchor a seating area in an open concept space. The elegance of its neutral tone and soft pattern can be easily incorporated into a home with an existing design scheme for an effortless upgrade.

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Scatter These Textured Throw Pillows for a Curated Look

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Arrange these boho patterned throw pillows on your sofa or bed for a relaxed and curated look. The soft shade complements a variety of color schemes for an easy way to layer up your design.

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Kick Your Feet up on a Knit Ottoman

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The natural tones of this knit ottoman make it a no-brainer for living room styling. Placed by your sofa, this plush piece can double as an extra seat or a footrest when needed and makes a space more comfortable.

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Pure Parima Luxury Bed Sheets Change the Way You Rest

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Superior to standard sheets, Pura Parmia luxury bed sheets transforms the nightly sleeping experience into something worth celebrating. The 100% certified Egyptian cotton threads are softer, more breathable, and keep you cool for a comfortable slumber.

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Enhance Your Space With the NEOM Wellbeing Pod

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The NEOM Wellbeing pod is so much more than an essential oil diffuser. With its luxe textured ceramic cover, this piece is a cozy home decor addition that offers premium functionality. Not only can you elevate your mood with their various oil blends, but with the guided breathing mode feature, you can create moments of mindfulness to center yourself throughout a busy day.

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Elevate Your Cocktail Hour With Clear Coupe Glasses

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These dishwasher-safe coupe glasses are a classic way to elevate your dining aesthetic for any occasion. The crisp transparent glass makes your bubbly look as if it is floating on air for a transcendent experience.

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Create a Soft Yet Modern Look With a Black Wire Tray

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This black wire tray can be styled in your entryway or dining table for a modern yet soft decorative addition. Designed by Antonia Sciortino, this iron piece can be filled with fruits or flowers and was inspired by his lifelong work forging iron in his father's studio. Its practical character makes it a piece worth taking home.

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Create Dimension With Wood Chain Links

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Add some style to your bookcases or floating shelves with these natural wood chain links. Sit it on top of books or a decorated accessory tray for added texture and height to your vignette display.

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Conceal Your Clutter With a Wooden Sideboard

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This warm wooden sideboard adds a modern yet vintage touch to a living room, bedroom, or office space. Its linear hardware and louvered front panels provide hidden storage to reduce visual clutter.

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Tidy Your Entryway With a Shoe Organizer

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This shoe organizer is a functional item for anyone who stores their shoes at the front door. Simplify that space without hassle by adding this shoe cabinet to the mix. Now you’ll have a nice piece of furniture where all your shoes used to be scattered, and you won’t have to change anything about your routine.

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A Laundry Basket That Fits Your Aesthetic

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Most laundry baskets and bags are just plain ugly and don’t add any helpful decoration to your bedroom or bathroom. This gorgeous woven laundry basket is just the thing you’ve been looking for when it comes to a cute container to hoard all of your dirty laundry.

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Store and Display Your Skincare With Floating Acrylic Shelves

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These floating acrylic shelves will transform the way you utilize bathroom storage. With visible wall storage, you'll save drawer space and finally be able to see all of your regularly used products at once and in one place.

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Create An Indoor Jungle With a Multi-Level Plant Stand

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If you’re a proud plant parent, this one’s for you. Instead of placing your plants in different room corners, try stacking them together using this corner plant stand rack. This creates the illusion of more plants in a single space and solves the dull corner problem.

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Brighten Your Reading Nook With a Floor Lamp

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Upgrade your home’s ambiance with this modern tripod floor lamp. The natural wood base complements the rattan drum shade and glows with visible warmth in any corner.

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Work From Your Couch With a Sofa Table

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This C-shaped sofa table is versatile, convenient, and sturdy enough for sofa-side work days from home. Great for uneven surfaces, the slide-under design makes this a handy item to have nearby in the living room.

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Modernize Your Dining Room With an Arched Cabinet

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This tall arched cabinet adds an element of architectural interest to any room you place it in. With four open display shelves and two sliding drawers for hidden storage, this accent piece is the perfect place to store and display your favorite items in modern style.

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Introduce Color and Pattern With This Throw Blanket

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Toss this vibrant striped cotton throw blanket on your bed, armchair, or sofa for an instant splash of color and something to use when your legs get chilly. The tassels on the ends make for a gorgeous visual when draped casually over a piece of furniture and can turn any plain seating area into a fabulous conversation area.

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Curate a Cozy Vibe With a Meadow Landscape

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Canvas prints are a sure way to elevate your style at home, especially when framed already. This hillside meadow landscape is a magical scene dotted by wildflowers in a muted yet natural color story.

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Make a Statement With These Fun Book Ends

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Add some personality to your space with functional decorations that speak for themselves, like this pair of matte black bookshelf hands. These hand-shaped book ends are the best accessory to amp up your bookshelf wealth and add the right amount of interest to your tabletop displays.

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Layer Up on Texture With Linen Pillow Covers

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These black and beige striped linen pillow covers easily introduce pattern and texture to your space. The geometric print adds a contemporary edge to the simplest interiors and contrasts nicely with brown and tan furniture for an organic, modern feel.

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Ground Your Space With a Cozy Moroccan Shag Rug

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Swap your tired old area rug for this funky yet subtle Moroccan shag rug. The soft beige shade makes it perfect for high-traffic areas that can collect dust and dirt, while the textured thread material gives more forgiveness if not often vacuumed.

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Complete Your Living Room With a Velvet Barrel Chair

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Every elegant living space needs statement seating. Whether styled alone in a corner or in a set of two for conversation, this comfortable velvet barrel chair with sturdy brass base hardware comes with its complementary ottoman. It is sure to complete the look of your living room or home office with high-end style.

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Upgrade Your Bedroom With a New Linen Comforter Set

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This lightweight linen comforter set makes for a refreshing bedroom upgrade without swapping too much. Add your style into the mix when you scatter a combination of your favorite throw pillows and blankets.

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Make a Space Feel Larger With an Arched Mirror

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Add some arched edges to your home with this black arched mirror meant to sit above a large piece of furniture or mantle. When positioned near a window with natural light, this piece can make your room feel even larger.

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Get Ready With a Full-Length Jewelry Cabinet

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If you’re big on accessorizing, you’ll love this standing jewelry cabinet, complete with LED lights and hooks for all of your most-worn items. Never waste time looking for the perfect touch to your outfit when it’s stored upright and at eye level.

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Style Endless Displays With a Ladder Shelf

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Lean in to the trend of this five-tier ladder shelf, known for its stylish storage function. Lean it against your wall and use it as a plant stand, bookshelf, or storage display in your living room, office, or bedroom. This versatile piece adds functionality and aesthetic appeal to any space.

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Moody Dark Decorative Contact Paper Adds Depth

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If you can’t renovate it, cover it. This decorative contact paper is waterproof on its surface but also removable for renters looking to get that security deposit back. Whether you want to cover your countertops, floors, or even appliances, this is an affordable and landlord-approved option.

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Liven Up Your Living Room With Nesting Tables

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These solid oak wood nesting tables are the perfect complement to a plush white sofa with its square style and fluted base detail. Placed together or separately, these textured furniture pieces are a straight shot to a modern vibe and add interest to an all-white color scheme.

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Every Shelf Displays Needs a Terra Cotta Vase

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You don't have to swap everything in your home to achieve a modern look. Start small by swapping out the containers of your plants. This distressed terra cotta vase brings abstract form to new heights with its unique shape that makes any set of florals or greenery look more modern.

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Add Depth to Your Coffee Bar With a Round Tray

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A round tray is the perfect layering piece for this season's fresh vignette display. This beaded design's rustic off-white color is sure to bring a refreshed style to your space and inspire you to dress it up with your favorite items.

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Brighten Your Space Year-Round With an Artificial Olive Tree

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Enhance your interior design effortlessly with this artificial olive tree, standing six feet tall and remarkably realistic. Enjoy the benefits of house plants without the maintenance. Bring nature indoors with ease and enjoy the everlasting greenery.

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Protect Your Floors With a Braided Wool Runner

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Enhance your space with a braided wool runner, perfect for hardwood flooring. Its rich texture adds dimension while protecting your floors from stains and scratches in high-traffic areas. Elevate your home with both style and functionality when you use floor coverings that create a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

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Upgrade Your Bedroom Style With a Bamboo Fan Headboard

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Elevate your space with this 60-inch bamboo fan headboard. Easy to hang and featuring adjustable width, it effortlessly styles above a bed or sofa, creating a bohemian focal point and filling blank walls with ease. Add a touch of natural charm to your decor while embracing the simplicity and versatility of this stylish piece.

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Score This Pair of Accent Chairs for Your Reading Nook

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Score this matching set of beige accent chairs and enjoy the benefits of a well-styled seating area at home. The mid-century modern frame design makes these lounge chairs an excellent choice for a more relaxed interior with cozy materials and natural tones.

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Add Rustic Texture With an Olive Var Vase

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For a rustic touch of texture, style your entryway or mantle with a rustic olive jar vase. The handle and spout give it an extra special and antique feel, and it displays flowers with ultimate old-world charm anywhere in the home.

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