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☆ An expert in color psychology shares the 6 best shades to wear to make a good first impression on a date
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-24 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

A darker green is the way to go for a first date, said Lewis. Creative Lab/ShutterstockIf you're hoping to show confidence on a date, green may be the way to go, according to Lewis. When it comes to choosing the right shade of green, Lewis recommended going for deeper hues. If the green is too light (think: pea soup), your date may feel ill at ease. "You want to symbolize the good side of green for a first impression," she said.

Persons: Lewis Organizations: Creative

☆ Stylists and designers share 7 items that will always be business casual and 6 that absolutely aren't
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-23 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Business Insider asked professional stylists and designers to share what "business casual" means. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . But that doesn't mean you won't come across the sometimes dreaded, often ambiguous "business casual" dress code again. Business Insider asked two stylists and three designers to share which clothing pieces are always considered business casual and which never will be to help demystify the term.

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☆ Interior designers share the 11 things in your living room you should get rid of
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-19 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Clear out any clutter from the living room. Find a designated space for your clutter instead. Getty ImagesIf there's one room in the house that should be clutter-free, it's the living room, according to Julie Assenberg, a designer and owner of Julie Assenberg Interior Design. That way, you have at least one place you can escape to and entertain unexpected guests, she said. For example, try to find designated spaces for your shoes, coats, gloves, toys, and backpacks rather than dropping them in your living area.

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☆ 10 tricks to make your bathroom look and feel bigger, according to interior designers
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-08 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Keep the counters free of clutter. Clean counters give the appearance of more space. Jonathan Park/ShutterstockOne of the easiest things you can do to make your bathroom look bigger is clear the counters, according to Robert Novogratz, principal designer of The Novogratz and author of "Novogratz Design Fix: Chic and Stylish Tips for Every Decorating Scenario"Allowing your bathroom to become cluttered will just make the room feel smaller. "Go for a utilitarian but still design-savvy space, much like a boutique hotel," Novogratz told BI. Shelby Greene, interior designer at Living Spaces, added that no more than one-third of the counter should be used.

Persons: Jonathan Park, Robert Novogratz, Novogratz, Shelby Greene

☆ 7 of the best scents to wear this spring, according to professional perfumers
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-06 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Silent florals continue to be popularMany familiar scents from the garden, including lilac, are popular in spring fragrances. Citrus and fruity scents have uplifting and refreshing qualitiesFresh culinary scents including citrus and other fruits are popular notes for spring fragrances. Oscar Wong/Getty Images"Citrus scents are always popular for spring, as they bring a refreshing and uplifting feel," Gavarry said. Indulgent scents, such as vanilla, are on the riseToday's consumers are being drawn to scents that delight and allow you to escape, according to Gavarry. With that, there has been a growing interest in scents that are more indulgent and pleasurable, and this will likely continue through spring.

Persons: —, perfumers, Clement Gavarry, Rodrigo Flores, Roux, Tom Ford, Woody, Gavarry, florals, Christophe Lehenaff, hyacinth, Flores, Oscar Wong Organizations: Service, McKinsey & Company, Business, Inter Parfums, Dolce Locations: Givaudan, Swiss, gardenia

☆ A 105-year-old man who has been going to Bojangles every week for decades was thrown a surprise party for his birthday by the restaurant
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-28 | by ( Grace Dean | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Charlie Lentz has been going to the restaurant in North Carolina for decades, WXII-TV reported. AdvertisementA man in North Carolina who goes to Bojangles every Sunday after church was thrown a surprise party by his local fried chicken spot to celebrate his 105th birthday. Advertisement"This was a big surprise," Lentz, who wore a Bojangles crown at the party, told WXII-TV. "He's very consistent with his order," Spencer told WXII-TV, adding that Lentz's go-to order was its $8 Leg & Thigh two-piece meal, which also comes with two sides and a biscuit. "And a lot of times, before he even gets in the door, the employees have it ready for him," Spencer told the channel.

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☆ 12 ways to make your bed cozier and more luxurious, according to interior designers
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-10 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Invest in a quality mattress. Whether you like spring mattresses or memory foam, it's best to splurge a little. Nesolenaya Alexandra/ShutterstockIt's essential to invest in a quality mattress, according to Melanie Coddington, interior designer and founder of Coddington Design. There are many mattress options available today — memory foam, innerspring, latex, hybrid — so find the one that meets your comfort, support, and durability preferences. Considering we spend approximately a third of our lives sleeping, the designer said, it's worth the splurge.

Persons: Nesolenaya Alexandra, Shutterstock, Melanie Coddington, Coddington

☆ The 9 mistakes you're probably making when using your air fryer
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

You're overcrowding the basket of your air fryer. Food won't cook evenly if it's too crowded. iStock / Getty Images PlusThough it's tempting to place all of your ingredients in the air fryer at once in hopes of quickly reheating or cooking your food, you really want to avoid overfilling the air-fryer basket, said Byron Puck, chef at Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group. "Since it functions as a convection oven by rotating hot air around the basket, you want to give room for each ingredient to have this air hit it on all sides," Puck told Business Insider. He said putting too much food in the basket could have a negative impact on the quality of your finished dish because some of the items in the basket could end up becoming soggy instead of crispy.

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☆ An interior designer critiqued my neutral living room. Her tips showed me easy tricks to make a space cozy and stylish.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-29 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

One that's been especially difficult to design is the living room. Our new home's living room has a built-in wood-burning stove and a shiplap ceiling. AdvertisementAfter sharing photos and a video tour of my space, Turner shared advice on how to make my living room feel more stylish and cozy. Cheyenne LentzThe biggest issue I've faced in decorating our living room is figuring out how to incorporate the fireplace into our design. Hiding wires and clutter can easily upgrade the roomThe designer suggested we minimize the items on our TV shelf.

Persons: —, it's, there's, Kim Turner, Turner, Cheyenne Lentz, I've, Lentz, You'll, Cheyenne Lentz Turner, that'd Organizations: Service, Business, Kim Turner Design

☆ 10 things to get rid of in your outdoor space, according to gardeners and interior designers
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-25 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Giant decorative planters can slowly degrade over time. The planters tend to be used for elaborate floral arrangements. RFondren Photography/ShutterstockThe age of the giant planter on your back patio has come to an end, according to Anna Ohler, gardener and owner of Bright Lane Gardens. "These large, round planters tend to look great for the first season but slowly fade and degrade over time," she told BI. They can usually fit more plants, and they can be insulated to accommodate plants that come back annually.

Persons: Anna Ohler, They're, Ohler Organizations: Bright Locations: Bright Lane

☆ Color experts share the 7 best shades to wear for a job interview
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-23 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Business Insider asked two color experts to share which shades are best to wear to a job interview. The experts said wearing red can make you feel confident if you need some extra encouragement. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementBusiness Insider asked two color experts to share which colors are best to wear to a job interview.

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☆ 13 things to get rid of in your bathroom, according to interior designers
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-22 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Getting rid of packaging can help you save space and give your room a serene feel. Cotton-swab packaging can make a counter look messy. cpinion/ShutterstockPackaging can be removed from the bathroom counter, Bo Keuleers, an interior-design project manager at MVA Home, told Insider. "By replacing the packaging [with] glass containers, you instantly create a spa-like atmosphere that is relaxing, calming, and appears more elegant," Keuleers said. Not only does getting rid of these packages help the aesthetic, but also it helps to maximize space, she explained.

Persons: Bo Keuleers, Keuleers

☆ An interior designer shares 10 things she would never have in her own living room
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-22 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

A professional interior designer told Insider what things she'd never have in her own living room. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. AdvertisementThere are an array of home-decor items you can choose from to spruce up your living room, so it's important to know which styles to avoid. Insider asked interior designer and owner of Design Solutions Luciana Fragali about the things she'd never have in her living room. Fragali said she avoids taping unframed art to her walls since your living room should not scream "college dorm room."

Persons: she'd, —, Luciana Fragali, Fragali Organizations: Service, Design, Business

☆ 10 things a high-end interior designer with 25 years of experience would never have in her own space
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementBusiness Insider asked Manuela Hamilford, founder and principal designer of Hamilford Design , to share the items she wouldn’t have in her home. Here’s what the high-end designer, who specializes in luxury interiors and has been in the industry for over 25 years, avoids in her own space. Yuganov Konstantin/Shutterstock“White walls are tricky to keep pristine and don’t age well,” Hamilford told BI. “Although your inner 14-year-old may be drawing you towards all things shiny, back away from the crystal-trimmed cushions,” the designer told BI. AdvertisementThe designer avoids flush-mount ceiling lights in her homeFlush-mount ceiling lights are a no-no, especially in a dining room.

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☆ Jewelry trends that are in and out this year, according to jewelers and stylists
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-04 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Two-tone metals are here to stay. Mixing and matching jewelry metal is in. Roman Bobyr/ShutterstockYou'll continue to see the mixed-metals trend that this year, according to Abingdon Mullin, jeweler, CEO, and founder of Abingdon Co . Devoted silver and gold fans can rest assured knowing that the days of being limited to one metal are over. "More than ever, we're seeing two-tone pieces that artfully combine contrasting metals in a harmonious way," the jeweler told BI.

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☆ From no natural light to low ceilings, interior designers share 15 clever fixes to common design problems
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-30 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

To make low ceilings feel taller, draw the eye upwards. Legless furniture and purposeful artwork can help draw the eyes up. She said that an easy way to achieve this is by drawing the eye up and off the ground. Keep your furniture low to the ground so the ceiling will appear further away when you are lounging on your sofa. "Tall plants, light fixtures, and vertically placed art also draw the eye up and help to create a feeling of height," Goerg told Business Insider.

Persons: Susann, Goerg Organizations: Business Locations: New Africa

☆ 10 things you should get rid of to create a more peaceful space, according to interior designers
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-24 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Placing too many picture frames on surfaces will create clutter. Lots of picture frames can clutter a tabletop. JTaI/ShutterstockIf you are someone who enjoys displaying family photos all over your tabletops, it's better to opt for a gallery wall instead, according to Bo Keuleers, interior design manager at MVA Home. Not only does this declutter shelves, nightstands, and dressers, Keuleers said, but also it creates space for more functional items that contribute to creating a relaxed environment. She suggested replacing those picture frames with table lamps, candles, or coffee table books for a better lit and less cluttered space.

Persons: Bo Keuleers, Keuleers

☆ Interior designers share 12 things they won't be wasting money on this year
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-19 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Open shelving often requires a lot of upkeep. Open shelving can attract a lot of dust. But they don't have a place in 2024 home design, says Melissa Engelke, the principal designer of ME Design . "Open shelving anywhere in your house isn't ideal, as it will attract a lot of dust and dirt, making the space look unappealing," the designer told BI. She recommended opting for high-quality closed shelves to create a more luxurious finish.

Persons: Melissa Engelke

☆ 12 things an interior designer with over 10 years of experience wouldn't have in her own space
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-14 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Interior designer Brooke Lang shared which decor pieces she would never have in her home. The designer also said to stay away from paper window shades and harsh lighting. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementHome design can be tough when you don't have the knowledge and skills of a professional designer.

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☆ Interior designers share 5 bathroom trends that'll be huge next year and 5 that will be out
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-01 | by ( Cheyenne Lentz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Nature-inspired elements help to create a serene environment. Stone sinks look calming. Prasit photo/Getty ImagesInterior designer and founder of Dream Home Making Elizabeth Grace said there's a rising trend in embracing nature-inspired elements like organic materials and botanical accents. According to the expert, the trend promotes "a sense of tranquility and wellness, fostering a connection with nature amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life." People can incorporate organic elements into their spaces through natural-stone sinks, wooden vanities, or even calming potted plants.

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The passage of an abortion rights constitutional amendment in Ohio, and Virginia Democrats' capture of both legislative chambers after abortion-focused campaigns, showed that Republicans' long campaign to end abortion rights has become a liability ahead of the 2024 elections, strategists from both parties said. "Republicans have to stop pushing policies that make people believe they are trying to ban abortion. SEEKING A MIDDLE PATHThis year, Virginia Republicans, led by Governor Glenn Youngkin, leaned hard into plans for a 15-week abortion ban should they win control of the legislature. MAJORITY OF AMERICANS AGAINST ABORTION BANSOpinion polls show the majority of Americans support legal abortion in all or most cases. Abortion rights could also appear directly on 2024 ballots in states including Arizona and Florida, as they did in Ohio on Tuesday.

Persons: Nickolas Lentz, Evelyn Hockstein, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, John Feehery, Feehery, Glenn Youngkin, Mike Johnson, Trump, Roe, Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, Karen Finney, Marjorie Dannenfelser, Gabriella Borter, Tim Reid, Scott Malone, Grant McCool Organizations: REUTERS, Rights, Democrats, Virginia Democrats, Republicans, Republican Party, Republican, Democratic, Virginia Republicans, U.S, Reuters, Court, NBC, SBA, Thomson Locations: Dewitt , Michigan, U.S, Ohio, Virginia, Florida, Arizona, Washington, Los Angeles

☆ Storylines Residential Cruise Faces Backlash From Investors, Ex-Employees
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-01 | by ( Kate Taylor | Brittany Chang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +31 min

Storylines' first cruise ship was initially scheduled to launch in 2019; it's now set for December 2026. Nine former employees, consultants, and investors told Insider that they'd come to doubt the MV Narrative would ever be built. The only existing residential cruise ship is The World. Many Storylines buyers remain optimistic about the residential cruise ship. "The ball is in your court," Punton told buyers in July in a video that's since been taken down.

Persons: Alister Punton, Punton, Shannon Lee, Mike Kasperzak, Jim Holt, Holt, Angela Nuran, Paul Cosentino, Cosentino, We're, Lee, it's, Alexandre Caillol, Condé, superyachts, Sean Fremder, Weeks, Caillol —, —, Marco Polo —, PitchBook, Alexandra Zodian —, Caillol, Michael Edwards, Edwards, he'd, Martin Buggy, Melissa Edyvean, Edyvean, Paul Read, Salvatore R, Mercogliano, Pat Helmers, Helmers, Michael Perisi, Andrew Lentz, didn't, Lentz, Wrocław . Lentz, Andrew, I'm, Lee ., Dick Rosman —, Lee —, Krzysztof Kontek, Kontek's, Michal Jackiewicz, Brodosplit, Brian Martin, Read, Nuran, We've, he's, New Zealand —, Kasperzak, " Lentz Organizations: Punton, Army, West —, Industry, CNN, Brodosplit, Regent Seven Seas, Wall Street Journal, Korea's Samsung Heavy Industries, Utopia, Beverly Hills, Rock City, The Raiders, Raiders, Holland America's, Mariners, New Zealand Locations: massages, Croatian, Beverly, Punton, Queensland, Australia, Broadbeach, California, Rock, Brisbane, Netherlands, Caillol, Polynesia, French Polynesia, France, London, Australian, British, Delaware, Sweden, Tahiti, Perth, Ecuador, Poland, Wrocław, Mexico, Florida, New

☆ 1 venture capitalist vs. 7 marathons in 7 continents in 7 days: Here's how this man ran one of the world's hardest races while working 80-hour weeks
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-04 | by ( Aj Eckstein | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Moritz Baier-Lentz, a venture-capital partner, ran the World Marathon Challenge in February. AdvertisementAdvertisement"If it's not extreme, I'm almost not interested," said Moritz Baier-Lentz, a venture-capital partner who ran seven marathons on seven continents in seven consecutive days in February. After completing multiple marathons, Ironman Triathlons, and ultramarathons, Baier-Lentz set his sights on the World Marathon Challenge . The challenge is to complete seven marathons in seven days on seven continents. Even during the seven marathons, he checked and answered emails between races.

Persons: Moritz Baier, Lentz, —, Baier, He's, Patrick Renner Organizations: Lightspeed Gaming, Baier, Service, what's Locations: Baier, Antarctica, Africa, Australia, Asia, Europe, South America, North America, Moroccan

☆ How VC Moritz Baier-Lentz went from being one of the world's best professional gamers to the new head of Lightspeed's gaming practice
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-18 | by ( Madeline Renbarger | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Moritz Baier-Lentz is joining Lightspeed Venture Partners as a partner to lead its gaming practice. Before becoming a top gaming investor, he was the top global professional "Diablo II" player. But he ditched his competitive gaming career for a more traditional career path in business. Lightspeed Venture Partners' newest partner Moritz Baier-Lentz has been a prominent gaming investor for years, orchestrating deals for big banks like Goldman Sachs and backing startups in the gaming space as an early-stage venture investor at BITKRAFT Ventures. Baier-Lentz put his gaming career on pause to go to college and then went on to work as a data manager for IBM.

☆ The 7 cities you 'must visit before you die,' according to 50 travel experts—only one is in the U.S.
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-11 | by ( Sharael Kolberg | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

As travel journalist of over 20 years, I recently interviewed more than 50 travel enthusiasts, experts and agents. New York City, U.S.Jonathan de Araujo, owner of The Vacationeer Travel Agency, calls the Big Apple "a city of superlatives." Just a short walk from the 9/11 Museum, New York City tourists can take a ferry to visit the Statue of Liberty. "It's now as much a part of New York City history as the Statue of Liberty," he says. Cape Town, South AfricaTom Marchant, founder of luxury travel company Black Tomato, calls Cape Town "the perfect destination for thrill seekers."

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