
Amiya Baratan
Amiya Baratan is a Home Wellness Writer at Livingetc with a Masters Degree in Magazine Journalism from the esteemed City, University of London. She has always loved all facets of writing, be it about fashion, beauty, or design.
Eager to transform this into an impactful career, she completed her Undergraduate Degree (BSc) in Design and Visual Communication, honing her skills as a writer. This later landed her numerous roles as a content and fashion writer and internships that resulted in bylines at leading publications such as Harper’s Bazaar and Women’s Health.
Given that she grew up in the coastal city of Chennai, India, it’s no surprise that Amiya is passionate about life outside since most of her childhood was spent outdoors. It’s this passion and curiosity that allowed her to join Livingetc and display her talents in the realm of outdoor living and gardening.
Although Amiya’s primary interest may be writing about topics she loves, her skillset is vast and was put to use as she analyzed research and data for the Beauty and Personal Care segment of Innova Market Insights. During this stint as a report analyst, she curated presentations outlining market trends, including category, ingredient, and trend reports.
In her free time, Amiya is an admirer of all art, which includes the holistic vibe of one’s home. This is reflected in the content she consumes, as most of her “screen time” is attributed to media in varied forms, mostly focused on how to further enhance the lifestyle she adores. In the literary world, Amiya always judges a book by its cover and finds that artfully designed binding often acts as the deciding factor when she is selecting her next read. She can also be found carefully compiling wishful Pinterest boards and listening to music, all while overanalyzing her latest Co-Star update.
Latest articles by Amiya Baratan
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Forget Fake-Smelling Pumpkin Spice Candles — Try These 7 Ways to Make a Home Smell Like Autumn, Naturally
If you want to create an autumnal ambiance au naturale, here are some clever ways to scent your home DIY-style
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This Fragrance Expert Gave Me the Easy Recipe for DIY Reed Diffusers Refills and I'm About to Make My Own
Instead of letting your beautiful old diffuser bottles go to waste, give them a second life by crafting your own refill
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5 Secrets of Japanese Sleep That Might Help You Get a Better Night's Rest
There's more than calming design inspiration to learn from East Asia, and these tips for good sleep are just another lesson in wellness
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This Armchair's Secret Compartment Will Give You So Much for Storage for Your Living Room or Bedroom
Undercover storage is my favorite thing when designed right, and UO understood the assignment perfectly
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6 'Lucky' Houseplants That People Always Decorate With to Bring a Sense of Prosperity Into Your Home
Houseplants can add a lot to a space, but luck, too? I'm sold. These are the varieties that will bring positive vibes into your home
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Turns Out, 'Dopamine Anchoring' Is the Anti-Procrastination Trick You Need to Cross Off Your Decluttering and Organizing Home Chores
This science-backed approach will cure your procrastination with practical to-dos and help you keep your living spaces in check
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Design Detergents Are a Thing — These Are the Coolest Ones to Stock Your Laundry Room
If the design of your utility room was meticulously curated, so should the products that sit in the space, and these are the crème de la crème
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How Do Reed Diffusers Actually Work? Their Secrets Explained, and How to Get Them to Smell Stronger
You might be familiar with this flameless fragrance format, but do you really know how it works to transform the mood of your home?
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"Candle Sand" Is the Easy Way to Turn Your Favorite Vessels Into Candles — Without Ever Having to Melt Wax on the Hob
If you've ever tried to make your own candles, you'll know it's not as easy as it seems. Well, until you try using candle sand instead
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How to Reset Your Home for Autumn — 8 Things to Do to Usher Out Summer and Welcome in a Cooler, Cozier Season
Before you settle into the coziness of autumn, direct your attention to these tasks for a home that's completely reset for the season
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It's Virgo Season — These 7 Astrologer-Approved Houseplants Will Match the Vibe of Your Home If It's Your Sign
Merge your passion for gardening with your love for all things zodiac with this selection of gorgeous indoor plants
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5 Crimes Against Kitchen Knives That Any True Cook Would Never Do — And How to Keep Yours Sharp and Shiny
You deserve more than blunt, chipped knives, so here's how to make these kitchen essentials work to the end of their shelf life
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How Humid Should My House Be? The Big Guide to Getting It Right for Each Season, Each Room, and for Your Houseplants
There is a specific humidity level you should be maintaining at home, and this is your guide to why and how you can benefit from this practice
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I'm a Neat-Freak and These 7 Tidying Tips Are How I Keep My Desk Drawers Organized
There's no space for productivity in a cluttered study, so instead of losing time to untidy drawers, adopt these helpful ideas now
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5 Back-To-School Organizing Tasks to Reset Your Home After the Summer Holidays
Summer chaos begone, it's time to get your home back in order so you can get through the season in a peaceful, tidy space
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I Write About Sleep for a Living, This Is the One Surprisingly Common Thing I’d Never (Ever) Do in My Bedroom After Talking to Sleep Experts for Years
Hint: It has to do with your WFH setup and its proximity to your sleeping spot...
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I Just Bought This Joseph Joseph 'Foil Organizer' and It Freed Up Pretty Much a Whole Drawer in My Kitchen
If you're letting your foil and film roll around your kitchen drawers, you're missing out on the benefits of a dedicated organizer
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I Asked Professional Home Organizers for Their 'Organizing Icks' — These Are the 9 That They Say They Can't Stand
You might be losing style points to these common organizing faux pas, but these experts are here to tell you how to fix them for a clutter-free home
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Wait, Why Do My Plants Move at Night? 10 Houseplants That Do It, and the Reason Why
These striking plant varieties might seem fairly regular by day, but as night falls, they wake up and subtly shift, curl, and sway all on their own
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Forget Plastic Filter Jugs, These 'Gravity-Fed' Dispensers Are the Most Stylish Way to Get Your Daily Water Fix
Sorry (not sorry), but your plastic water filter has to go — and it's time to look to ceramic water filters that *actually* look good in your home
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As a Former 'Skincare Analyst', I’d Never Wash My Face With the Water in London — But This £100 ‘Skincare Filter’ for Bathroom Faucets Could Change My Mind
This might just be the one thing that should prelude your daily skincare routine to set the foundation for healthier living
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Hold Up, Is 'Biphasic Sleep' the Answer to Sleeping Better in the Summer? Why I'm Taking Up the Midday Nap
Consider your summer siesta expert-approved, so you can now take naps guilt-free in the name of biphasic sleep
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5 Types of Tropical Houseplants for a Home That Feels Like Summer, Year Round
From the ever-intriguing white bird of paradise to the popular monstera, this list will give you an idea of what to bring home in the name of tropical foliage
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Not Just for Your Suitcase, Here Are 5 Ways You Can Use Your Packing Cubes to Organize Your Home Once Your Holiday Is Over
Instead of letting your packing cubes sit in a cupboard without purpose until your next holiday, these helpful tips will keep them occupied and your space organized
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