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2 weeks ago | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored Take it from someone who’s traveled to more than 50 countries: The best airport outfits for women prioritize your comfort. Especially on long-haul flights, you’ll want to wear something comfortable and breathable that keeps you warm and still smells fresh even after stewing in it for 12 or more hours.
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3 weeks ago | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored Messy floor clean-ups are the worst, so when the Dyson WashG1 Wet Floor Cleaner was announced, I immediately wanted to try it. I’ve always thought people should at least consider adding a wet-dry vacuum to their cleaning kit, but my experience with this latest Dyson vacuum made me a firm believer that every household should have one. It all started in the wake of the 2025 LA wildfires.
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1 month ago | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored The best travel cameras we tested Best travel camera: Fujifilm X-M5Best compact camera for travel: Ricoh GR IIIBest action camera for travel: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 I never go on a trip without the best travel camera in my bag. Sure, you can always use your smartphone to capture all those travel memories.
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1 month ago | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored The best hydroponic indoor gardens we tested Best hydroponic indoor garden: Lettuce Grow Farmstand NookBest hydroponic indoor garden for beginners: Click & Grow Smart Garden 9 ProBest hydroponic kit for experienced gardeners: The Rise Garden 3 A great hydroponic indoor garden is one of the best investments you can have in your home.
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1 month ago | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored The best weekender bags we tested Best weekender bag: Away The Weekender Best budget weekender bag: Bagsmart WeekenderBest weekender backpack: Adventurist Backpack Co. Carry-On Duffel The best weekender bags are the most versatile of all travel bags. As a luggage enthusiast and a travel expert, I’ve always favored weekender bags over others. They’re typically smaller and more compact than duffel bags and, therefore, easier to lug around.
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2 months ago | 
cnn.com | Michelle Rae Uy
Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored The best Dyson vacuums we tested Best Dyson vacuum: Dyson V15s Detect Submarine AbsoluteBest Dyson mop vacuum: Dyson WashG1 The best Dyson vacuums are so elite, especially in the cordless vacuum category, that they’re almost a class of their own. That isn’t to say there aren’t excellent models from other brands like Shark or Black + Decker, particularly if you’re on a tighter budget.
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2 months ago | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored Some products have a certain X factor that puts them into a class all on their own. These are Underscored All-Stars, which you can read more about here. I don’t think I’ve ever been as excited about a cooking appliance as I was using the Ninja Foodi Smart XL Indoor Grill for the first time. Compromises are part of the deal if you’re an apartment dweller, and sadly for a barbecue-lover like me, one of them is not being able to use an outdoor grill.
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2 months ago | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored Getting takeout or food delivered may feel like a time saver, but ask yourself this: How much time are you really saving if you’re working eight to ten hours a day just to pay rent and feed yourself, especially with restaurant food being pricier than ever? Like many city dwellers, I often resorted to getting takeout or food delivery most nights of the week because I felt like I was too busy to cook.
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Jan 12, 2025 | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored Battle of the Brands Side-by-side comparisons — our editors break it down. Explore the series There’s a reason why the Birkenstock Boston Clogs are so popular. They’re stylish, supportive, versatile and very comfortable — comfortable enough for all-day wear. They’re also, incidentally, pretty pricey, with the classic Boston retailing at $150 and the soft footbed model setting you back $165.
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Jan 10, 2025 | 
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Michelle Rae Uy/CNN Underscored The best winter boots for women we tested Best winter boots for most women: Xero Shoes AlpineBest mid-calf winter boots: Baffin ChloeBest winter boots for walks and hikes: Ugg Adirondack Meridian Leather Shearling When you wear winter boots for women during these coldest months, you’re not just protecting your feet; you’re also keeping them warm, which helps keep the rest of your body warm.
