Good Housekeeping Apr-15

IT’S SCIENCE-FAIR SEASON in our house. My little guy, Grey, who wants to be a scientist or inventor, is working on his first big project. The idea of sinkholes, hurricanes and volcanoes intrigues him, as it does most boys. So last weekend, we spent the better part of Saturday afternoon curled up on the couch, Googling natural disasters. From a scientific perspective, something like a massive, swirling vortex is mesmerizing; it puts you in awe of Mother Nature. But then there’s the human side, which makes me want to cover his eyes. The distraught mother wading through chest-deep muddy water, desperately clutching a small child. Homes decimated by seemingly supernatural winds. Defeated firefighters amidst acres of scorched forest. How do I explain this to him? And in the big picture,…

Thanks to our experts for helping us compile a plethora of ways we can save money and lighten our load on the planet. There are sure to be at least a few that can easily fit into your lifestyle. And when you think about it, we are a powerful group: Good Housekeeping readers are some 25 million strong, so if we all do something small, together we can have a huge impact. BEAT THE HEAT Feeling inspired and want to learn more about how our world is changing and what actions will have the greatest effect? Check out the book Cooler Smarter: Practical Steps for Low-Carbon Living, coauthored by contributor John Rogers.…

1. Urban Decay Sheer Revolution Lipstick in Sheer Slowburn, $22, Sephora (bargain pick: CoverGirl Colorlicious Lipstick in Succulent Cherry, $6, drugstores) 2. Sunglasses, $149, alexandermcqueen.com for stores 3. Chinese Laundry shoes, $79, lulus.com 4. Bag, $348, katespade.com 5. Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Polish in Quick Fire, $5, drugstores GREEN YOUR PET Look for a collar made from sustainable materials, like Bison Designs’ Eco Collar.…

STYLE FILES “Spring cleaning is the perfect time to get real about what is and what isn’t working in your style arsenal. Bonus: You’ll make room for new seasonal must-haves (like, oh, everything on this page!).” FOLLOW ME @loribergamotto IT MAGNIFIES Built-in magnifying mirrors in this new line make on-the-go touch-ups a cinch. Eye Shadow in Hint of Plum, $28, 20-20vision cosmetics.com FANCY FACE Cleansing wipes go chic in a Jonathan Adler– designed case. Pond’s + Jonathan Adler Wet Cleansing Towelettes Vanity Case, $7, Walgreens STYLE PLUS Target nails it with Ava & Viv — 90 trendy pieces (each less than $80) in sizes 14 to 26. Jacket, $45, and top, $25, target.com HAPPY FEET Keds with a kiss! Inspired by Eos’s addictively good lip-quenching favors, these kicks are, well,…

April showers don’t stand a chance against this bright topper. St. John’s Bay anorak, $44, jcpenney.com You know Audrey would approve of these cat-eye frames. Meow! $18, fantas-eyes.com Seeing spots? We’re dizzy about this mod, ladylike dress. Marc by Marc Jacobs, $298, bloomingdales.com Enter for a chance to WIN THIS BAG! SEE PAGE 148 FOR MORE DETAILS Top, $322, piamita.com. Jacket, $370, reiss.com. Jeans, $245, 7forallmankind .com. Bag, Danielle Nicole, $98, amazon.com. shoes, $109, dune london.com. “Under a black blazer, polka dots look polished and professional.” — KRISTEN SALADINO, FASHION DIRECTOR Neutral in navy, this watch is the easiest way to try the trend. $50, timex.com Allover dots give a sheer and airy blouse extra swish. $60, thelimited.com Dots meet stripes and deliver big on chic. $125, kayudesign.com With a…

WORK Skip the suit and still wear pinstripes! This tailored take on the classic office uniform is polished (and meeting-ready) thanks to a slim silhouette. Michael Michael Kors culottes, $89, macys.com. Top, $17, marshallsonline.com. Necklace, $78, bodenusa.com. Bracelets, $125 to $180, ccskye.com. Danielle Nicole bag, $78, amazon.com. Shoes, $200, shop.schutz-shoes.com. EVENING Darker colors (black, navy) create a dressier but neutral base — so you can mix in shiny, eye-catching accessories like this bling-encrusted top XOXO culottes, $59, macys.com. Michael Michael Kors top, $110, lordandtaylor.com. Calvin Klein bag, $148, macys.com. Bracelet, $40, derng.com. Shoes, $35, target.com. WEEKEND Swap Saturday jeans for this denim number. The key to pulling off volume: a mid-calf length (not cheerleader short or ball-gown long). Flats keep it casual. Blue Pearl by Allen Schwartz culottes, $195, absstyle.com.…