Janae McKenzie
Associate Shopping Editor
Janae McKenzie is the Associate Shopping Editor at House Beautiful, where she regularly covers the best of the best in home brands. Since joining the House Beautiful team in 2023, Janae regularly creates seasonal in addition to reviewing and evaluating home decor, bespoke furniture, and accessories. Janae also routinely tests viral products, from to , determining quality and guiding readers to the best purchases possible. Janae holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri and began her career at Food Network shortly after graduation. She also covers relevant and in the home space, a skill she honed during her tenure as a news writer at Glamour. When she’s not writing or scoping out the to test, you can find her hunting for trinkets to add to her bookshelf or artfully arranging her Playbill collection.
The 15 Best Sleeper Chairs for Overnight Guests and Midday Naps
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The 10 Best Outdoor Patio Furniture Covers, According to Reviews
Protect your wicker, teak, and aluminum pieces.
The Best Mattresses on Amazon, According to Testing and Reviews
Get them on your doorstep in two days or less.
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Shop every style, from cuddly body pillows to supportive picks.
51 Gifts for Couples That Feel Thoughtful and Unique
Celebrate their love with these fun presents.
The 11 Best Outdoor Rugs for Any Space, According to Reviews
We spoke with a design expert on how to shop for one.
14 Best Office Chairs on Amazon for Stylish Home Offices
Stay comfy during your Zoom calls.
35 Gifts for Neighbors That'll Make Them Feel Like Family
For the best on your block.
The 18 Best Luxury Outdoor Furniture Brands for Your Dream Deck or Patio
The outside of your home deserves just as much TLC.
15 Small Sectional Sofas to Fit in Every Home
Don't cut corners on comfort.
12 Inflatable Couches Perfect for Indoor and Outdoor Lounging
They blow folding chairs out of the water.
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Your neck and shoulders will thank you.
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We tested sets in linen, percale, flannel, cashmere, and more.
11 Cloud Couch Dupes That Are Just as Comfy as the Original
We even found a style for less than $500.
10 Grow Lights to Help Your Plants Thrive, Tested and Reviewed
They're the secret to having a healthy indoor garden.
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These are comfy, durable, and stylish.
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66 Kitchen Gifts Anyone Who Likes to Cook Will Love
These picks make whipping up a dish more fun.
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Shop cushy, all-weather picks to styles with a canopy.
7 Stylish Linen Sofas That'll Give Your Room a Lived-in Feel
We searched high and low for the top-rated picks.
45 Father's Day Gifts From Kids He'll Want to Show Off
Shop a mix of unique and sentimental presents.
50 Cheap Father's Day Gifts Under $50 He'll Unwrap With a Smile
Don't worry, these items look more expensive than they cost!
25 Amazon Last-Minute Father's Day Gifts He'll Cherish All Year
Procrastinators, look no further.
The 40 Best Gifts for Men Under $50 That They'll Truly Appreciate
Think practical, funny, and everything in between.
The Most Stylish Sofas Under $200 for Budget-Friendly Decorating
Don't worry—they're comfy and sturdy, too.
59 Father-Daughter Father's Day Gifts Under $100
From sentimental finds to useful wares, we've got it all.
8 Solar String Lights That'll Make Your Patio Glow
Add a twinkling effect to your outdoor space.
The 9 Best Office Chairs Under $200 for That Work-From-Home Comfort
Did we mention these chairs look nice too?
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