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MAGIC MIKE “I giggle like a Japanese schoolgirl,” Olivia (opposite Channing Tatum) once said of watching her costars strip down. THE NEWSROOM While working on the HBO drama, “I could pull things from my own experience” studying journalism, Olivia has said. THEY CLEAN UP NICE! Getting ready for the red carpet with Rodgers before the Met Gala in New York City in May. HELLO, PSYLOCKE An image from Olivia’s Instagram feed, created by a fan.…

ASK PEGGY POST ETIQUETTE EXPERT HAVE A QUESTION? E-MAIL PEGGY@GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM My hostess says air-conditioning is unnecessary— how do I politely tell her I’m about to hit my boiling point? —COLLEEN W. SHE MAY BE used to the heat, or she may be on a budget and thus rationing the AC, so drop a few hints: Sit near a fan, drink lots of water, take an extra shower—maybe even say, “My, it’s hot in Florida— we Northerners aren’t used to it!” If nothing changes, keep your cool. A good guest accepts the situation. suddenly everywhere GLAMPING GEAR Summer camp can be year-round with decor finds that evoke rustic hikes, bunk buddies and roasted marshmallows. buzzword MEMPHIS No, not the one in Tennessee. The term refers to a 1980s italian design collective…

HAVE A QUESTION? E-MAIL HELOISE@GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM. 1 problem, 3 solutions Help for three readers’ nail polish accidents How can I take nail polish off a finished wood table? —Arlene D. Dip a cotton swab into plain acetone-based nail polish remover and lightly dab just the spot (so you won’t damage the finish). Wait a minute, blot with a damp paper towel and let dry overnight. Repeat if needed. Use furniture wax on the area, let it soak in and buff with a cloth. My daughter spilled polish on a china plate of my grandma’s, and it’s set in. Yikes! —Sally C. Since the polish has soaked in, the glaze is probably gone. Cover the plate with paper towels, pour on a little acetonebased remover and wrap with plastic wrap. Turn the plate upside…

Giving an injured African boy a place to heal— and thrive BLESSED MEETING While volunteering in a Zimbabwe hospital in 2011 with Operation of Hope, a charity that provides medical care for people in need around the globe, nurse anesthetist Lisa Rogien, 35, a single mom of three from Boise, ID, met Blessing Makwera. At 14, Blessing had been terribly disfigured in a land mine accident. He and Lisa got to know each other: “Blessing had goals. He wanted to go to school and return to Zimbabwe someday to help people,” she says. “He inspired me.” GROWING BOND Over the next few years, as Operation of Hope prepared to bring Blessing to the U.S. for surgery, he and Lisa kept in touch via social media. After receiving treatment in San…

#GHread FLY GIRL Amelia Earhart gets all the airtime, but this pilot had the juicier past BERYL MARKHAM was a pioneering aviator— the first woman to journey from Europe to America solo—yet few young girls today know her name. With her latest novel, based on true events, Paula McLain, author of the best-selling The Paris Wife, aims to change that. Raised by an aloof dad in colonial Kenya, thrill-loving Beryl chafes at stuffy British social mores. She prefers horse races to debutante balls—until she falls for a man as free-spirited (in the bedroom and otherwise) as she is. Beryl is one badass heroine. McLain crafts a story readers won’t soon forge. Belle Cushing Circling the Sun by Paula McLain ($28, Ballantine) AUTHOR SARAH PEKKANEN ON MY NIGHTSTAND “I’m reading Confess…

1. crease relief No need to fuss with an iron and ironing board. This lightweight steamer, which earned the Gh Seal, boils h2O in minutes so you can steam out wrinkles while clothes are on hangers. Joy Mangano 900W My Little steamer, $30, hsn.com 2. wake , sip, Go students can use their own coffee (no expensive pods!) to brew a cup of java in a minute and a half. hamilton Beach The scoop Coffeemaker, $70, hamiltonbeach.com 3. now Heart His This tiny Bluetooth wireless speaker emits big sound, whether for tunes or as a speakerphone for calls (from the parental units, of course). Mini Jambox, $130, jawbone.com HOW IT WORKS MICROFIBER CLOTH WHAT IT IS A cloth made of nylon and polyester fibers that cleans wet or dry. It’s…

our promise GH Seal products are rigorously assessed by the GH Labs. We stand behind them with our exclusive refund-or-replacement limited warranty* “DO” THESE DISHES Dixie’s Ultra paper plates won’t, uh, cave under pressure. Our Labs found that they held more food without collapsing than any of the other 14 brands tested. They also protected against oil seepage for over an hour—no stains on your new culottes! $3 for 44 7-in., 32 9-in. or 22 10-in. plates NO-FAIL NAPKINS Summer is the season of spills—think melted ice cream and sticky lemonade. Superabsorbent Bounty Quilted Napkins performed exceptionally in our Textiles Lab’s strength tests, which measured how much force they could withstand before tearing apart—and they held up well both dry and wet. $3 for 200 MAGIC MARINADE A Seal holder…

GH Trainer On Call Latreal “La” Mitchell FOLLOW ME @latrealmitchell @latrealmitchell 1 HOT POTATO WORKS ARMS, ABS, GLUTES, THIGHS Start with feet hip-width apart, holding kettlebell in right hand. Lunge with left leg, passing kettlebell under left thigh (as shown) to left hand. Return to starting position and repeat, lunging with right leg and passing weight to right hand. Alternate for 12 reps. WARD OFF WOBBLE Keep weight in your front heel to steady yourself. GET THE GEAR: Top and pants, lornajane.com. Shoes, Nike, zappos.com. Kettlebell, gofit.com. 2 SUITCASE DEAD LIFT WORKS SHOULDERS, ARMS, ABS, GLUTES Hold kettlebell in left hand (like a suitcase) with arms at sides, feet hip-width apart. Keep knees soft and shift hips back to slowly lower kettlebell until it reaches middle of shins (as shown).…

GRILLED PLUM & PORK SALAD Brush 1 lb. pork tenderloin with canola oil; sprinkle with . tsp. salt. Grill on med.-high, covered, 10 min., turning once. Whisk . c. hot sauce with 2 Tbsp. brown sugar and 2 pressed garlic cloves. Coat 3 plums, cut into wedges, with oil. Grill, cut sides down, 3 to 5 min., covered, turning once. Toss plums with 8 c. thinly sliced cabbage, 2 tsp. oil and salt to taste; transfer to platter. Brush pork generously with hot-sauce mixture; grill 6 to 8 min. more or until cooked through, brushing and turning. Slice pork; serve over plums and cabbage. SERVES 4 ABOUT 265 CALS, 24 G PROTEIN, 22 G CARBS, 10 G FAT (2 G SAT), 4 G FIBER, 875 MG SODIUM. Shortcut Trim an…

MAINE BITE INTO MAINE Find the best lobster roll in Maine at this highly praised food truck. Order yours dressed with chipotle or curry or puriststyle, with just mayo and a snip of fresh chives. Lobster Roll PREP 20 MINUTES TOTAL 30 MINUTES 1 c. mayonnaise ½ c. cider vinegar ¼ c. sugar ½ med. head cabbage, thinly sliced 1 sm. carrot, shredded 4 split-top hot dog buns ½ c. (1 stick) butter, melted 1 lb. cooked chilled lobster meat, chopped ¼ tsp. celery salt 4 wedges lemon 1. In lg. bowl, whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and . tsp. each salt and pepper. Add cabbage and carrot; toss to coat. Chill. 2. Heat 12-in. skillet on med.-high. Brush outsides of buns with butter. Toast in skillet 2 to 4 min.…

with SALMA HAYEK YOU’LL ALWAYS FIND SIGNATURE DISH: WORST THING I ATE THIS WEEK: FAVORITE JUNK FOOD: I LOVE TO SHOP FOR: I HATE TO SHOP FOR: I SLEEP IN: pssst: We love them, too! See page 46. I’D DO ANYTHING TO AVOID: HOW DID I EVER LIVE WITHOUT: I STAY FIT BY: I NEVER LEAVE THE HOUSE WITHOUT: PERSONAL MOTTO/MANTRA: IS THE NEW BLACK PARTY TRICK: I WILL NEVER CARE ABOUT:…

SPARKLY SANDALS Jewelry for your feet! THE SLIDE CLUTCH CHIC BOHO CUSHION COMPACTS NEON, NEON, NEON! BRASSY-HAIR HELP MATCHY MANIS DIY HEADPHONES SHIMMERY STRANDS PINEAPPLE! SUN DAMAGE REPAIR BEACHY BEAUTY most wanted THE SLIDE CLUTCH Hands down the season’s ultimate outfit-maker. Reach through and go! tried + tested CUSHION COMPACTS Liquid foundation is now as effortless to tote as powder and as easy to apply. Think of the “cushion” as a sponge soaked in product. Just press the applicator onto the pad and dab on. “The smart sponge design holds the liquid, preventing it from spilling,” says GH Institute Beauty Lab Senior Chemist Sabina Burdzovic-Wizemann. BEAUTY LAB TIP Because they contain smaller amounts of foundation for the cost, cushion compacts are best for travel or on-the-go touch-ups. Lab picks: Laneige…

PEEKABOO KNITS An open-weave style in a breathable fabric is the perfect buynow/wear-later piece. Pair it with graphic shorts in summer and boyfriend jeans for fall. ON LOCATION: POOLSIDE BAR AT SANDALS BARBADOS RESORT MATTIFYING MOISTURIZER Prevent shine overload by applying an oil-absorbing lotion before sunscreen. TRY: Murad Oil-Control Mattifier SPF 15, $40, Ulta (a GH Seal holder!) Necklace, $45, rjgraziano.com. Leather bracelet, $18, omgaccessories.com. Beaded bracelets, $50 for set of three, twineandtwigstyle.com. Hair by Johnnie Sapong at Jed Root using Leonor Greyl. Makeup by Kim Bower for Tarte at Exclusive Artists. Manicure by Jo Rapson. WHERE WE STAYED: SANDALS BARBADOS Located near the thriving St. Lawrence Gap, the recently opened Sandals Resort is all about pampering (butlers are an available amenity!). Plus, it’s minutes from the Fish Market in…

WHEN OLIVIA locked eyes with a tiny tricolor pooch at an event for the Fox Network’s Cause for Paws special last fall, she knew it was love. “I wasn’t looking for a dog at all,” she remembers, “and then I saw this little guy and was like, ‘I have to have him.’” Rodgers, too, was instantly taken with the pup. “[Chance’s good behavior] around Aaron is a direct reflection of how Aaron has been training him—how much respect Aaron has for Chance, and how much respect Chance has for him,” Olivia says. “I’m like, ‘You’re my baby. You can do whatever you want!’ I realize now how important it is for me to be a good parent to him, because it’s a direct reflection of me.” Preparation for motherhood? One…

Our home design director, Sarah Richardson, reinvents a 1950s cottage on Lake Huron with fresh budgetsavvy tricks! Dinning nook SARAH SAYS: I converted the cabinets into a banquette by cutting them down to seat height. The result? A full dining area that has storage, too! Cheap trick TREE TO TABLE When an old birch tree needed to be cut down, I had it repurposed as a rustic dining-table base. The natural bark and curvy limbs are part of the charm. Great Room sarah says: With big windows, soaring ceilings and a stone fireplace, the cottage had “good bones” — so I focused on decor updates. Thanks to lots of white paint on the walls and ceiling, inexpensive furniture and a breezy mix of patterned fabrics, it’s now bright and inviting.…

1 ST EASY A tailored headboard in relaxed linen brings a sense of calm to a room full of patterns. 2 DIGI-DOCK CLOCK Plug your iPhone into the retro charger to give it and your dresser some juice. $38, dwellstudio.com 3 ON OUR BUCKET LIST Don’t miss out on the It bag shape of the season with edgy chain detail. $475, coach.com 4 SPRITZ FROM A ROSE Put this bottle front and center on your dresser—it’s practically art! Valentino Valentina Pink Eau de Parfum, $112, nordstrom.com 5 FLOWER POWER A two-in-one stick (use it on cheeks and lips!) keeps your beauty bag light and bright. Flower Kiss Me Twice Lip & Cheek Chubby in Can’t Re-fuchsia, $10, Walmart 6 FRAME IT IN FUCHSIA Add a favorite summer snap to the…

From Our Textiles Lab 1 OVERALL WINNER Huggies snug & Dry were superabsorbent, whether the wetting occurred gradually or all at once , even at a 45degree angle (because babies don’t always go standing up). their core, which runs front to back, was the best at holding on to liquid, and their inner lining was not soggy when checked after 10 minutes. $16 for 80 ($11.20 for a week’s worth)* 2 DRUGSTORE STAR Walgreens’ Well Beginnings snagged this division, beating even huggies for absorbency, when liquid was poured on at an angle. a dry diaper soaked liquid up fast and released very little afterward — so your baby can stay comfy if you can’t change her right away. $18 for 96 ($10.50 for a week’s worth)* 3 CLUB CHAMP Costco’s…

STRONGER BREW Freeze black coffee in ice cube trays overnight and pop the cubes into a glass to cool the java without watering it down. See page 126 for the GH Test Kitchen’s favorite store-bought cold brew. It’s cold, refreshing, a cinch to make and good for you. More and more research shows that coffee (iced or hot—no sugary concoctions, please) may reduce your risk of getting a slew of diseases, including Alzheimer’s, type 2 diabetes, heart and liver disease and some cancers. And frequent coffee runs may boost the effects: Many protective benefits increase in people who sip two or more glasses— that’s two eight-ounce Shorts at Starbucks—per day. (One buzzkill: Your sleep may suffer if you don’t limit yourself to four cups, or 32 ounces, all before midafternoon.)…

1 EAT RIPE, JUICY FRUIT “It’s a myth that deliciousness is the enemy,” says Mark Schatzker, author of The Dorito Effect. His book contends that we humans are designed to crave food that tastes good and is good for us. The problem: Year-round factory farming has turned tasteless fruit, veggies, poultry and pork into the norm at many supermarkets, while processed foods like candy and soda are now more flavorful than ever before. The trend is most troubling when it comes to fruit: When your body craves a peach, your brain’s first thought is no longer fruit, but fruity treat (like sour peach gummies). Fortunately, you can make real peaches peachy again simply by eating them when they’re in season, says Schatzker. (Frozen are OK, too.) And be a pickier…

A Peeling Tip Place eggs back in the saucepan with a couple of inches of water, close lid tightly and shake vigorously to loosen shells. GREEN EGGS & HAM ’WICHES Peel and chop 6 lg. hardcooked eggs. In med. bowl, gently combine eggs, . c. refrigerated pesto, 3 Tbsp. light mayonnaise and pepper to taste. Split and toast 4 croissants. Divide 8 thin slices ham, egg salad and 1 c. arugula among croissants. Serve immediately or wrap tightly in waxed paper and refrigerate up to 4 hrs. SERVES 4 ABOUT 500 CALS, 22 G PROTEIN, 30 G CARBS, 32 G FAT (11 G SAT), 2 G FIBER, 995 MG SODIUM.…

ASK APRIL April Franzino Beauty Director @aprilfranzino HOW CAN I GET RID OF AND PREVENT INGROWN HAIRS? Treat them the same way you would a breakout, recommends Jody levine, M.D., a dermatologist for Venus in New York City. Heal existing ingrowns by dabbing on an acne treatment with salicylic acid twice daily; avoid future ones by swiping your facial toner on prone areas every day. HAVE A QUESTION? E-MAIL ASKAPRIL @GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM. best of the test SUN DAMAGE REPAIR So you got a little too much sun this summer—and now you’re seeing the effects. Here, The GH Beauty Lab’s top-tested treatments for the most common post-sun skin issues. SUN SPOTS A combo of niacinamide and vitamin C targets hyperpigmentation (a.k.a. sun spots), effectively lightening them. L’Oreal Paris Youth Code Dark Spot…

ON a sunny spring day at Chicago’s Morton Arboretum, Olivia Munn is gamely acting the part of a girl on a Hawaiian vacation, mugging for the camera with a pineapple and dancing around vintage suitcases. After her GH cover shoot wraps, she plops down on the couch and says she’s feeling kind of hungry, though not for anything remotely resembling her fruity prop: “Right now I really want a corn dog.” What’s awesome is that she isn’t kidding. Anyway, Oliv ia, 35 , can handle the extra calories. For months, the former Daily Show correspondent and Newsroom star has been logging grueling two-hour workouts to get herself into superhero shape for Marvel’s X-Men: Apocalypse. In the movie, which comes out next year, she plays the telepathic, telekinetic blade-wielding mutant Psylocke.…

Flip the page For more grocery store decor! curb appeal COASTAL COLORS Let a pretty seaside palette inspire your next home update, wherever you live INSPIRATION NEW ENGLAND East Coast–style homes feature accents like weathered gray shingles and bright white trim—the perfect backdrop to the preppy hues on painted shutters and doors. PS: You don’t actually have to live on Cape Cod. This house is in Utah! INSPIRATION SAN FRANCISCO Victorian homes in the City by the Bay are known as “painted ladies” because of their colorful exteriors. We like how this sophisticated combo of soft pastels, creamy trim and dark framing calls attention to the stunning architecture. WEEKEND PROJECT A STAMP-EDE OF MORE PILLOWS PEAR Slice in half, paint and print in alternating directions. EGGPLANT Halve a skinny version,…

Fantasizing about switching professional gears? You’re not alone. Anne Kreamer, author of the book Risk/Reward ($26, Random House), and the ad agency J. Walter Thompson surveyed 2,300 people and found that more than half wanted to pursue an entirely different occupation. Take the leap with these simple steps: COLLECT INFO. Once a week, read one article about your dream job. Whether it’s cooking or coding, ask yourself: Do my skills align with my interest? What exactly do I need to learn? MEET PEOPLE whose work you admire and ask them: “What do you like most about your profession?” “How did you get started?” Explore ways to team up as an intern or a volunteer. TAKE A (CALCULATED) RISK. Enroll in night school, devote a month of weekends to apprenticing with…

From the time I was 6 years old, I knew I wanted to be a writer. The idea that I could use words to build imaginary worlds, to construct heroines who were flawed and funny, felt like a dream. Most days, it still does. Now I write books. I also write about books. write about the way other people write about books, especially books by women, and about life as a working mom, body image and what it’s like to be a woman in the world. Of course, not everyone agrees with everything I say—and thanks to social media, people can press a button and tell you exactly what they think of you: your work, your looks, your body and your parenting skills. After 12 books and umpteen interviews, columns,…

American families throw out 25% of the food they buy, in great part due to spoilage. That can amount to as much as $2,275 annually for a family of four. To save cash and make that delicious homemade lasagna or takeout last, follow our kitchen pros’ storage tips; then turn the page for our top-scoring containers, wraps and bags, which all scored high in airtightness, leakproofness and more in rigorous Lab tests. It’s time to give leftovers some love. From Our Kitchen Appliances Lab 1. THE FORT KNOX OF Containers Emsa by Freiling Clip & Close Glass Containers Perfect scorers, these stayed airtight for 14 days in our Climatology Lab under hot, humid conditions, and not a drop seeped out after shaking. t h e y survived going from freezer…

DELL CHROMEBOOK 11, $379 11.6-inch screen, 8-hour battery life, 2.9 lbs. Want a bigger screen and keyboard than your smartphone’s? This basic model fits the bill, but is small enough to stash in your tote. GOOD TO KNOW There’s minimal storage; you can run Web-based programs (like a cloud version of Word), but can’t install some large desktop software (e.g., Excel). SURFACE PRO 3, $999 12-inch touchscreen, 5-hour battery life, 2.5 lbs. If you like a portable tablet, but need a keyboard for projects or note-taking, try this two-in-one—its keyboard snaps on. And it has a fast central processing unit (CPU, the “brains” of a device), especially for a two-in-one. GOOD TO KNOW Some testers found the unique touchscreen motions confusing. ACER ASPIRE S7, $1,479 13-inch touchscreen, 5-hour battery life,…

FEATURES GALORE Fitbit Charge HR (in two colors), $150 This multitasker keeps tabs on heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed and elevation gained—and it gives phone call alerts, too. If you’re big on outdoor exercise, opt for the upgraded Fitbit Surge ($250), which has built-in GPS. BEST BUDGET BUY Jawbone Up Move (in five colors), $50 It’s a great entry-level option that handles the basics—tracking steps and sleep—without a glitch. Testers said it was easy to set up and comfortable enough to wear to bed. Clip it to a shirt or sport it as a wristband. OFFICE CHIC Misfit Shine (in nine colors), $100+ When you double-tap this waterproof “jewelry” (worn as a pendant or bracelet), it lights up to display your daily progress in walking, running, cycling and/or swimming.…

Susan Westmoreland Susan Westmoreland Food Director @ghtestkitchen PICKLING 101 When I saw jars of pickled green beans glistening at my farmers’ market, I immediately wanted to make my own. They’re a cinch—and the method works with radishes, cukes and peppers, too. All you need is a pan, vinegar, spices and jars with lids. PERFECT “PICKLES” Put 1 clove garlic, sliced; ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes; ½ tsp. dill seed; and 4 dill sprigs into each of 4 clean pint jars. Divide 2 lbs. trimmed veggies among jars. Heat 3½ c. white vinegar, 1½ c. water and 2 Tbsp. each kosher salt and sugar to boiling; pour over veggies, cover and refrigerate 3 days before opening. Opened pickles will keep for 2 months. that’s genius! CUPCAKE CONES All you need is…

smoky veggie QUESADILLAS Toss 2 peppers, quartered, and 2 summer squash, sliced, with 1 Tbsp. each oil and chili powder. Grill on med.-high 7 min. Slice peppers. On half of Ig. flour tortilla, layer 1 oz. sliced Velveeta, one-quarter of veggies and another 1 oz. Velveeta. Fold; press closed. Repeat with 3 more tortillas. Grill until Velveeta melts (turn once). Top with sour cream, salsa and cilantro. Serves 4 bbq chicken MELTS Toss 2 c. pulled rotisserie chicken with 1 c. BBQ sauce and 6 oz. cubed Velveeta; pile onto bottom halves of 4 split hero rolls. Bake at 425°F for 15 min. Mix 1 c. shredded carrots with 2 green onions, sliced; spoon onto chicken. Add roll tops. Serves 4. chipotle buttermilk CORNBREAD In lg. bowl, combine 2 c.…