Blake Bakkila
Freelance Writer
Blake Bakkila has been writing about everything from pop culture to lifestyle products for more than eight years. Her work has appeared on GoodHousekeeping.com, WhattoExpect.com, Health.com, and in the print and digital versions of Real Simple and People.
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18 Shows Like 'The Handmaid's Tale' for Fans to Watch Next
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The Oscar Best Picture Winners Through the Years, Including the Year You Were Born
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25 Best Fall Nail Designs Inspired by the Autumn Season
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43 Easy Disney Halloween Costumes to DIY This Year
Dress up as your favorite characters thanks to these homemade looks for adults and kids.
11 Best Dandruff Shampoos to Fight Flakes and Itching
These anti-dandruff treatments stop flakes fast.
The Smartest Dog Breeds, Ranked
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19 Easy Ways to Look Younger, According to Experts
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The Most Romantic Restaurant in Every State
Celebrate your love at these cozy, romantic dinner spots near you.
How to Sell Your Used Clothes Online to Make Money (Fast!)
Make some extra cash and promote sustainable fashion? It's a win-win!
22 Festive St. Patrick's Day Nail Designs That Will Give You Some Extra Luck
These cute, easy nail art ideas are better than a pot o' gold!
16 Best Brands to Shop Online for Amazing, Cheap Workout Clothes in 2024
Affordable and cute activewear to keep you (and your wallet) in motion.
40 Best Country Christmas Songs to Listen to All Season Long
Add these tunes from your favorite country crooners to your holiday playlist ASAP.
44 Totally Creepy and Kooky Halloween Nail Art Ideas
The best ideas for your next-level Halloween nails.
25 Easy Kids' Hairstyles for Back to School 2021
Cute new looks for girls that any parent can pull off!
The Best Pumpkin Patch Near You in Every State
Prepare to choose your future jack-o'-lantern at one of these farms.
This Easy Skeleton Face Paint Tutorial Only Takes 10 Minutes
File this away as a great last-minute Halloween costume!
100 of the Best Celebrity Halloween Costumes of All Time
LeBron James's Pennywise outfit still haunts us.
50 Best Disney Family Costumes, So Everyone Can Be Their Favorite Characters This Halloween
There are SO many new Disney costumes ready for you in 2021.
16 Coolest Meme Costumes To Make All Your Friends LOL
The funniest meme costumes of 2021 that you can wear to school and beyond.
30 Cute Ponytail Hairstyles That Take Your Look to the Next Level
Tousled, slicked-back or braided — the ponytail possibilities are endless.
5 DIY Vampire Costume Ideas to Help You Spend Your Halloween as a Member of the Undead
We've got some incredible last-minute options that will scare all your friends.
17 Best Clothing Apps to Shop the Latest Trends
We've already downloaded all of them.
30 Quick and Easy Summer Hairstyles You'll Want to Wear All Season
Feeling adventurous? These summer hair ideas are so worth trying.
30 Quotes From 'The Handmaid's Tale' That Will Make You Say 'Praise Be!'
"Blessed be the fruit" isn't the only one to remember.
How to Use Coconut Oil for Stronger, Healthier Hair
There are tons of strand-saving and -strengthening benefits.
15 DIY Unicorn Costumes You Can Make at Home for the Most Magical Halloween Ever
Women, men, and kids can get in on the magic thanks to these easy homemade ideas.
How to Pick the Best Nail Shape for Your Hands
From almond to coffin shapes, find the tips best for you.
34 Cool Gifts for Runners Who Love Going the Distance
These unique and thoughtful running gift ideas are sure to surprise and delight.
12 Ways to Get a Free Turkey for Thanksgiving in 2020
Shop at these stores for the best free turkey deals.
50 Totally Gorgeous Short Hairstyles for Women
Gorgeous short hair inspo for thin hair, thick hair, and beyond.