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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Psst, The Best Home Fragrance Advent Calendars Have Quietly Launched Already — Here's Where to Shop Before They Sell OutAnd is it just me, or are this year's collections better than before?
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Stainless Steel Serveware Might Seem Like a New Trend, but Growing Up in an Indian Household, I Wonder Is It Just Our Everyday Dishes Rebranded?From katoris and thalis to mod must-have chrome bowls and jewelry organizers, let's talk about how the trend stands stripped of its history
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How to Make Your Home Smell Like Autumn — 7 Tips to Create a Cozy Scentscape IndoorsAnd not one of them includes lighting fake-smelling pumpkin-scented candles
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16 Design-Forward Kitchen Candles That Will Banish Cooking Odors and Evoke a Fresh Scentscape in Your SpaceThink bright citrus, green herbaceous, and subtle gourmand notes to make your culinary space smell amazing every time
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This Interiors Expert Just Launched 3 Minimalist Scented Candles that Add to the 'Emotional Architecture' of Your HomeAnd you know it's the real deal when it looks good, smells lovely, and comes with a matching lid
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Seth Rogen's Houseplant and Droplet Have Joined Forces Again — This Time for a Stylish Reed Diffuser With a Bright, Evergreen ScentConcocted in Grasse, France by 'The Invite' star himself, this single-stem fragrance is interestingly 'one size fits all'
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Soho Home Has the Best Daybeds Right Now, and This Velvet Burl Combo Wins Purely on Autumnal AppealIt's the kind of designer furniture that will captivate your living room without even trying
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Japanese Minimalism Proves That Pared-Back Interiors Don't Have to Feel Cold — Here's How It Embraces Warmth InsteadThe intermeshing of subtle textures and strong colors is what makes this design style so comfortably compelling
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Anthropologie Is My Go-To for Autumn Scented Candles, and This Year's Catalog Is Stacked With WinnersAnd, trust me, there's more than just pumpkin spice to set the mood for the season...
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Diptyque Just Launched Two New Candles Designed to Accompany Your Wellness Rituals — Expect Invigorating Notes by AM and Soothing Scents by PMThis Les Rituels de Soin collection debuts 'Le Matin' and 'Le Soir' fragrances
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Anthropologie's Cabot Sleeper Sofa Is a Statement Green 'Talking Piece' Wrapped in a Space-Maxxing TrickThis soft artichoke-dipped sofa bed doesn't look like it sleeps two, and therein lies its appeal
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Jo Malone London Quietly Launched Incense, and Here's Why I'm Recommending It to Refined Home Fragrance FansWith a choice between dark amber and a hinoki-cedarwood blend, these scents are perfect for autumn rituals
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People Who Face the Wall When Working at Home Probably Also Have These 3 Other WFH HabitsAccording to this psychologist, the direction of your desk says a lot about your method of productivity
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Woody Home Fragrances Are a Sophisticated Way to Make Your Space Feel Cozy — Here Are the Candles, Incense, and Room Sprays I RecommendThese stylish scents feature well-rounded woody notes to live in your home during autumn and beyond
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This Sit-Stand Desk Folds Away the Moment You Clock Off Work — It's a Clever Solution to Any Small WFH SpaceAside from its versatile bamboo frame, the best thing about this Leandesk launch is its height-adjustable form
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Shizen (自然) Is the Japanese Concept of Materials That Tell a Story — Here's Why It's Important to Consider 'Where the Body Meets the Building'Literally translating to 'nature', this term speaks to the ambiance you construct within your living spaces
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Habitat Just Launched a New Sofa Bed With a Clever Pull-Out System That Stops It Looking as Clunky and Awkward as Other Sleeper CouchesAt first glance, you can't truly tell that it's a trundle bed — and therein lies its charm
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Should Your Bed Face the Door? What I Learned From a Feng Shui Master About Bedroom LayoutsThis might be the most talked-about Feng Shui red flag, and if your home is guilty of it, here's how to fix it ASAP
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5 Problems With Designing Your Home Entirely Around 'Calm' — And What Experts Do Instead so a Space Doesn't End Up Boring or ImpersonalIt's not about negating a relaxing atmosphere altogether, but rather curating an ambiance with dimension
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People Who Always Kill Houseplants Also Struggle With This One Surprisingly Common Habit, According to PsychologistsHere's how to fix this overarching trait that could be tanking your productivity at home
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Forget Boring White Bath Sheets — These 15 Patterned Towels Prove There's More Than Just Chintzy Paisleys and Twee Florals to Choose FromIt's an impactful way to add a designer dose of style to your spa bathroom
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5 Garden Habits That Reveal You're a More Organized Person Than You Think You AreAnd if you can't relate yet, these are the best green thumb traits to adopt into your routine
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Taru O Shiru (足るを知る) Translates to the 'Luxury of Enough' — This Japanese Design Principle Will Change the Way You Curate a SpaceInstead of loud, performative interiors, this discerning design trait reveals a home whose opulence is rooted in genuine taste
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This New Modular Sofa Has a Surprising Amount of Storage Under the Seat — We Took It for a Comfort Test DriveThis triple threat looks high-designer, offers flexible reconfiguration, and provides covert storage
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