'Tis the season for plaid and jewel tones. Here's how you can incorporate the Ralph Lauren Christmas look into your holiday decor.

By Joi-Marie McKenzie

'Tis the season for plaid and jewel tones. Here's how you can incorporate the Ralph Lauren Christmas look into your holiday decor.

Welcome back! One reporter previewed this year's White House Christmas decorations, unveiled by First Lady Melania Trump. The decor's layout was traditional yet different from years past due to the East Wing construction. Take a look inside.

Decking the halls got super traditional this year.

Meet the Ralph Lauren Christmas, it's the decor inspiration du jour -- and no matter how you celebrate, everyone wants in on the darkened jewel tones, the plaids, and traditional vibes.

Although this very viral decor takes cues from the iconic American fashion label, it's also a nod to another traditional aesthetic.

"It is English country meets Americana," Sara Parker, a lighting and furniture designer, told BI's Samantha Grindell Pettyjohn. "So it kind of gives you that old money, quiet wealth that's not so quiet."

Still, it's easy to get wrong. If you want to get in on the hot decor theme, here are a few "don'ts" to ensure your RL Christmas is Santa-approved.

Work gatherings can be a great opportunity to bond with your colleagues and celebrate accomplishments together, but inappropriate behaviors can hurt your professional reputation.

BI spoke to two etiquette experts who shared nine mistakes guests should avoid making during work events, from skipping leadership greetings to hiding behind your phone.

Work party faux pas.

Most Americans don't eat enough fiber. This means they're missing out on its various benefits, including support for heart and gut health, lowering cholesterol, and reducing the risk of colon cancer.

Packing on the fiber too quickly can also cause gastrointestinal distress. Preventive cardiology dietitian Michelle Routhenstein shared her tips for incorporating more fiber into your diet without the stomach pain.

Sneaky ways to up your fiber intake.

The quaint villages and towns in the English countryside, known as the Cotswolds, have long been a hot spot for the wealthy. Now, Americans are taking a serious interest.

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi bought a $20 million estate last year, and other American celebrities, such as Beyoncé and Jay-Z, are rumored to be next. BI's series delves into how the Cotswolds have become a playground for America's rich and famous.

The British Americans are coming.

Another Spotify Wrapped has come and gone, and this year, users got a taste of Spotify's cruel and merciless wrath. In addition to your top songs and artists, the streaming service's new feature gave listeners an estimated age based on their music taste.

Some young people are upset with their ages, though. Just because they listen to oldies doesn't mean they should be considered one. BI's Katie Notopoulos breaks down what Spotify's listening age says about you.

How fake sneakers, handbags, and watches became a $2 trillion industry

As counterfeit goods become increasingly convincing, how can we detect and stop them?

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