Janae McKenzie

New York

Associate Shopping Editor at House Beautiful

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Articles

These Genius Travel Backpacks Will 100% Change the Way You Pack

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Janae McKenzie

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Though summer is here and we're all eyeing a getaway, airline travel is a bit of a mess right now. (Namely, the rules around checked bags keep changing, and it is not easy to keep up). We don't blame you if you want to skip checked baggage altogether, but in lieu of crossbody bags that can get unwieldy, allow us to make the case for travel backpacks.
BookTok's Viral 'Tome Twister' Is Perfect For Bibliophiles

5 days ago | housebeautiful.com | Janae McKenzie

BookTok is one of our favourite corners of the internet for inspiration. From viral library sheds to cosy reading chairs, there's lots of inspiration for creating cocooning sanctuaries. Any heavy reader knows how quickly you can run out of space for your novels, and so BookTok's latest recommendation has been a viral hit, with the Flycity rotating bookshelf taking over the social media platform.
I Tested Béis's Tiniest Carry-Ons on a Cross-Country Trip—And Finally Conquered My Overpacking

6 days ago | housebeautiful.com | Janae McKenzie

I'm the worst over-packer I know. Even if my destination has a washing machine and shopping nearby, I'll try to fit everything I could ever need in my suitcase. I pride myself on being prepared, but checking baggage that can hold everything is a headache. I needed to up my carry-on game, and as a design editor, I wanted to look stylish while doing it. I decided to test an editor-loved, viral luggage brand: Béis.
15 Sectional Sleepers That Are SO Comfy, You'll Abandon Your Bed

1 week ago | housebeautiful.com | Janae McKenzie |Jessica Cherner

Best Sleeper Sofa OverallSand & Stable Yates Sleeper SofaRead moreBest Value Sleeper SofaL-Shaped Sleeper Sectional Read moreBest Sleeper Sofa DealBurrow Span Sleeper Double Storage SectionalRead moreBuying a sleeper sectional is not quite the same process as buying a standard sectional sofa. After all, you have another element of comfort to consider: the bed.
This $6 "Fairy Dust" Is the SECRET to Keeping Your Plants Alive

1 week ago | housebeautiful.com | Janae McKenzie

We know you’re excited about your new houseplants, but please remember that your journey shouldn’t start and end with store-bought potting mix. The more you can do to strengthen and diversify your soil, the better off your plant will be. Namely, there's a $6 soil addition that has totally changed the game for my plant's air circulation at the roots. It's basically like pixie dust, if you will, for your houseplants: meet perlite.
How to Get the Cowboy Carter Denim Look in Your Home

1 week ago | housebeautiful.com | Janae McKenzie

QuinceEvery item on this page was hand-picked by a House Beautiful editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Cowboy Carter mania has taken over TikTok and Instagram. Queen Bey’s tour is well underway, and the aesthetic just keeps getting hotter. As concertgoers flock to social media to show off their outfits, we couldn't help but wonder how we can add the fun to our home decor.
How to Get the Cowboy Carter Denim Look in Your Home

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Janae McKenzie

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Cowboy Carter mania has taken over TikTok and Instagram. Queen Bey’s tour is well underway, and the aesthetic just keeps getting hotter. As concertgoers flock to social media to show off their outfits, we couldn't help but wonder how we can add the fun to our home decor.
Costco’s "Peekaboo" Vanity Is a '90s Teen Dream-And It's on MAJOR Sale

1 week ago | housebeautiful.com | Janae McKenzie

From Murphy beds to coffee tables with hidden storage, multi-functional furniture is having a moment right now, and we're all about them. And why shouldn't we be? If you're going to invest in a piece, it might as well have more than one use. We've been scanning our favorite retailers for more of these genius finds, and our latest is the stuff of pure nostalgia. Costco sells a vanity that's packed with hidden storage.
Costco’s "Peekaboo" Vanity Is a '90s Teen Dream-And It's on MAJOR Sale

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Janae McKenzie

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."From Murphy beds to coffee tables with hidden storage, multi-functional furniture is having a moment right now, and we're all about them. And why shouldn't we be? If you're going to invest in a piece, it might as well have more than one use. We've been scanning our favorite retailers for more of these genius finds, and our latest is the stuff of pure nostalgia.
BookTok's Viral "Tome Twister" Is Perfect for the Voracious Readers

1 week ago | housebeautiful.com | Janae McKenzie

BookTok is one of my favorite corners of the internet for inspiration. From people's viral library sheds to cozy reading chairs, I can’t help but scan their videos for advice on creating cozy sanctuaries. And any heavy reader knows how quickly you can run out of space for your novels. My beloved secondhand bookcase is shaped like the iconic IKEA Kallax cubes, and sadly nearly every cube is filled. So I turned to BookTok for bookshelf advice and their latest viral find is perfect.