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Not only does Mama salute Emily Post, but she “goes her one better.” There’s social etiquette and then there’sMama’n’em’s etiquette. None of these rules are written down. Credit: Ralf Nau/Getty Images Southerners just absorb them through cornbread and the liquid sugarcane we callsweet tea. We took a quick poll of our Facebook Brain Trust and found some common threads. It should come as no surprise that manySouthern rulesfor proper etiquette revolve around food....

We’ve pulled together a real gully washer of a list. Geographically, the South experiences almost every key in of weather one can imagine. In the fall, we watchthe leaves turnon a dime across many of our great states. Credit:H. Armstrong Roberts/ClassicStock / Contributor When It’s Raining When It’s Hot When It’s Cold

Well, this is actually incorrect, pros say. Here, Southern designers share four colors andcolor families to pass on. This hue “can feel stark and clinical, especially in homes with historic charm,” she says. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kiera Coffee “They tend to show the most wear in the messiest room of the house.” Instead, the designer recommends going with warm off-whites, which she says will look much less sterile....

Read this before you do anything permanent. LAUREY W. GLENN Unless youre already settled in your forever home, youre probably approachingyour next renovationwithresale valuein mind. Hannah Reehl is the founder ofHannah Reehl Designin southern Alabama. Sun-seeking updates and white paint transformed this Homewood gem.Credit:LAUREY W. GLENN Taylor Murphy is the founder ofTaylor Murphy Designin Austin, Texas. Shivani Vyas is the founder ofStudio Vyasin Macon, Georgia. Simply put, she insists, plastic homes dont last....

Wondering how to determinecurtainlength like a total pro? It’s never too late to implement these helpful tips! Start By Determining Your Desired Height Not sure how high to hang your curtains? Credit: Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Consider the look you’re aiming to achieve within a given space first. “This allows for the movement of our natural fibers with the varied temperatures,” she says. “This tactic allows for the panels to always look intentional and never like high water pants....

Certain styles, pros agree, are bound to make yourbathroom look datedin an instant. Laura Lubin, the founder ofEllerslie Interiorsin Nashville, Tennessee, echoes these sentiments. “They lack the elegance and sophistication of todays designs,” she says of this style. Credit:Getty Images Sconce placement is definitely important, though, adds Brad Ramsey, the founder ofBrad Ramsey Interiorsin Nashville.

Avoid these mistakes when designing a comfortable space for doing laundry. It’s time to stop overlooking the laundry room! This should be a space that is equal parts functional and welcoming, interior designers say. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller “No more transferring wet laundry or forgetting it!” This means mindfully positioning your appliancesand any other stations within the roomto maximize productivity. Additionally, be sure to not cram the space full....

Plus, how to fix them. I always address lighting first when designing a space. However, there are a few common lighting pitfalls that designers will want you to be sure to avoid. Credit:Marc Mauldin; Design by Silo Studios Of course, be sure that the pieces you do select are still cohesive within your space. Not Opting For Dimmers Consider dimmers your new BFF. This is fundamental for function, but also to make a space inviting and comfortable....

Wondering whether any colors are ever an absolute no-no? When it comes to thedining roomspecifically, interior designers share several paint colors that they would recommend avoiding entirely. We like to think about colors and patterns that would spur conversation and excitement, she says. Credit:HECTOR MANUEL SANCHEZ Save the white walls for large, open spaces! Cathleen Gruver of Purcellville, Virginia-basedGruver Cooley, isnt a proponent of such shades, either. I would never use neon colors, says Becky Nielsen, the founder ofBecky Nielsen Interiorsin Nashville, Tennessee....

Struggling to keep all-day bounce? These days everyone is longing for full-textured locks, and you’d love to jump on thebouncy hairbandwagon too. There are a few different reasons your locks might not want to bend. See if any of these reasons apply to you, and find out what you might do about it. Your Hair Is Too Healthy Who ever thought that healthy hair could be a bad thing? Well, technically it’s not....

Proceed in an orderly fashion. Before tackling a DIYlandscape designproject, you must remember that planning makes perfect. From the first ideas to the final plantings, planning is essential. Credit:Resh Gala of Hundred Tomatoes LLC You don’t need to be an artist to create a helpful rendering. Defined areas make the DIY landscaping process easier to manage. (Bonus points for organizing your planting plan with a color-coded key!) Credit:Hector Manuel Sanchez...

Seasonal decluttering keeps your home functional and tidy. Here’s what to focus on. Because of this, a new season is a good chance to evaluate your spaces anddeclutteras needed. Credit:Getty Images / Kinga Krezminska Here’s what to get rid of (or put away) at the start of each new season. Mary Cornetta is an organizing expert atOrganized Overall. Check each item’suse-by, sell-by, or best-by datesto see whether they’re no good....

Even if it’s a good deal. Getty Images Many avidthriftersagree that there are few categories of items worth leaving behind at yard sales. Keep reading to find out what they are and why they’re just not that useful. Credit:Getty Images Project Pieces Many people are guilty of purchasing secondhand items that they have every intention of revamping. Finds Kelly Riley, the founder of vintage storeJune Taylor Shopin Lakeland, Florida, uses the acronym D....