Author Archives: Sarah Yang

3 Simple Steps to Declutter Your Entryway for Good, According to a Professional Organizer

From the moment you enter your home, how are you feeling? Calm and ready to plop on the couch, or anxious about the pile… Read More

The Design Trends That Will Be Huge in 2026, According to Designers

A new year equals new trend predictions. So what will 2026 bring in terms of interior design? On that front we’ve already gotten some… Read More

Everything You Need to Know About Wine Country—Read Our 2025 Wine Issue

If you’ve ever enjoyed a tasting flight mere yards from where the grapes that made the wine you’re drinking were grown; if you’ve… Read More

The Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Wine Competition

Every year we host the Sunset International Wine Competition and we’re continually impressed by the excellence of the entries. To… Read More

Best of Class Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Wine Competition

A panel of expert judges tasted their way through hundreds of bottles for the 2025 Sunset International Wine Competition and… Read More

Gold Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Wine Competition

For the 2025 Sunset International Wine Competition, our expert panel of judges tasted hundreds of bottles of wine and named… Read More

Double Gold Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Wine Competition

Before you buy your next bottle of wine, refer to this list. These are the Double Gold winners of the 2025 Sunset International… Read More

These Are the Most Popular Recipes of 2025

From the looks of our top recipes of 2025, we experimented with new flavors and techniques, made classic favorites on repeat, and always took… Read More

Fluted Detailing Is Everywhere—Here’s How to Try It in Your Own Space

Gwyneth Paltrow’s kitchen, Crate & Barrel vases, and almost every home featured in the latest season of Netflix’s Selling Sunset all have one… Read More

A Visit to This Oregon City Is a Must for Outdoor Adventurers

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink, stay, and… Read More

The Best New Books You Should Be Reading This Winter

Reading season is every season, but there’s something about winter that makes the activity even more enjoyable. Cozying up on the sofa… Read More

You’re 5 Steps Away From Having a Ralph Lauren Christmas

As far as we’re concerned, there’s something inherently nostalgic about holiday decor. We mean, why buy a brand-new cookie jar or batch of… Read More

The Dos and Don’ts of Holiday Decorating Designers Want You to Know

For most people, the holidays center around picking out the perfect presents for your favorite people and watching festive films. However, if you… Read More

Designers Share the Secret to Hosting in Smaller Spaces

Hosting your loved ones in a smaller home can often feel a bit crowded. Fortunately, there are expert-backed ways to take advantage of… Read More

A Designer Put in an Offer on This Historic Home Sight Unseen—See How She Transformed It

It takes a lot of guts and trust to put in an offer on a home without even setting foot in it, but that’s… Read More

Will the Number of Downsizers Actually Lead to a ‘Silver Tsunami’? Real Estate Experts Explain.

There’s been a lot of talk of a “silver tsunami” in real estate, referring to the prediction that baby boomers will downsize and put… Read More

You Don’t Want to Miss a Fun-Filled Trip to This Town North of San Diego

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink, stay, and… Read More

6 Dos and Don’ts You Should Always Follow at the Spa

Whether you’re going to your favorite beach resort or exploring a new-to-you destination, any vacation gives you permission to leave the daily stressors… Read More

Do You Really Need to Decant Your Wine? Two Sommeliers Tell the Truth

Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply unwinding after a long week, it’s safe to say that most things are better with a glass… Read More

An Avalanche Expert Shares His Winter Survival Tips

Andy Paul has spent the last decade honing his skills as an avalanche educator, ski guide, and mountaineering course leader in some of the… Read More

Inside the Stealth Security Move the Best Hotels Are Doing

For some people, checking into a hotel is a dream come true. Gone is the never-ending to-do list of chores—well, at least for… Read More

A Cottage-Style Home Felt Unfinished—Here’s What Two Designers Did to Make It Feel Complete

This 2,645-square-foot home in Long Beach, California, didn’t need a major, down-to-the-studs renovation, but it was lacking that something special that makes a… Read More

Is a 50-Year Mortgage Really Worth It? Here’s What Experts Are Saying

The average age of first-time homeowners is at an all-time high of 40 years, according to a recent survey from the… Read More

How to Make a Neutral Home Feel Anything but Boring

It’s easy to fall victim to the “sad beige” or “millennial beige” trend. There’s comfort to a cohesive, neutral color palette, and therapist-turned-interior… Read More