Camryn Dilger

1 week ago | realsimple.com | Camryn Dilger

Credit: Real Simple If your idea of a perfect morning starts after the sun comes up, you’re in the right place. We tested blackout shades that don’t just claim to block light (and, in some cases, noise)—they actually do. Whether you’re a night-shift sleeper, a weekend napper, or just really hate morning sunlight hitting your face at 6 a.m., these editor-approved picks shut it all out while staying stylish. We tested seven of them to find the very best ones on the market.

4 weeks ago | realsimple.com | Camryn Dilger

Credit: Real Simple Nothing screams summer more than pool days, roasting marshmallows over a firepit, and hosting barbecues with the people you love most. The only thing your backyard setup is missing? An outdoor movie screen. Trust us when we say that there’s no feeling more nostalgic than watching Jaws or The Parent Trap under the stars on a warm summer night. But before you can get comfy with a s’more and your favorite blanket, you’ll need one of the best outdoor movie screens to make it happen.

1 month ago | realsimple.com | Camryn Dilger

Credit: Real Simple A weekend away should feel effortless—and so should packing for it. If you’re traveling light or only need a few days’ worth of outfits, swap your suitcase for a good weekender bag. We put a bunch of them to the test to find the ones that are stylish, functional, and up for anything, whether you’re going on a quick road trip or a carry-on-only getaway. Because not all weekender bags are the same, there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind.

2 months ago | realsimple.com | Camryn Dilger

Photo: Real Simple There are few things in life that are better than lying your head down on a comfortable, supportive pillow at night. On the flip side, there are few things worse than sleeping on a pillow that causes neck pain, stiffness, or is otherwise not the best fit for your body or your sleeping position. We get it, which is why we tested more than 100 pillows in both our lab and at home, judging them based on how well they improved our sleep quality over the course of six months.

Mar 28, 2025 | realsimple.com | Camryn Dilger

Having plenty of household essentials stocked and ready to go for when you really need them is the ultimate way to feel on top of your home-prep game. With Amazon's Big Spring Sale, you can do just that, and do it at a price point that's too good to pass up. We rounded up the best household essentials deals happening now, from beloved brands like Crest, Honest, and Method-all with discounts up to 40 percent off.