
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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The Final Trick to Help Your Houseplants Stop Drooping During a Heatwave? An Aspirin — Here's Why Some Plant Doctors Say It'll HelpBut before you medicate your indoor garden, here's when mixing aspirin into your plant's water actually works
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Psst: All of Our Favorite Designer Candles Are Currently 15% Off at Selfridges — I've Rounded Up the Most Impressive Scents to ShopThink delicious, expensive-smelling candles from Prada, Trudon, Valentino, L'Objet, and more...
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Sorry, Linen, but Sleep Experts Actually Prefer These 4 Alternative Bedding Materials — Especially in Hot WeatherIf you're a hot sleeper dressing your bed for the summer, you need to know about these temperature-regulating textiles
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7 Mistakes People Always Fall for When Trying to Make Their Homes Smell Good in Summer — And the Expert Tips to Avoid an Unimpressive-Smelling SpaceKnowing these common summer scenting faux pas will make your space smell light and fresh instead of overwhelming
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6 Self-Watering Systems for Houseplants That Experts Swear By — And No, None of Them Require an Ugly Plastic Bag or BottleI've chosen only the best-looking and most efficient slow-watering method to help your houseplants while you're on holiday
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5 Hot Sleeping Myths, Debunked by Experts — These Common Misconceptions Could Ruin How You Sleep This SummerIf you haven't had a comfortable night of slumber yet this season, you might want to see if you've been duped into believing one of these myths
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5 Japanese Wellness Rituals to Adopt Into Your Routine for Mindful Living — And How to Design Them at HomeThese rejuvenating concepts are built on intentionally feeding your mind, body, and soul
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Ever Heard of Merino Wool Bedding? It Might Sound the Opposite, but It's Actual the Ideal Choice for Hot SleepersAnd this beautiful deep navy color is one of the best for sleep — win win
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How to Make Your Home Smell Like Summer — 6 Ways to Set the Ambiance Without Making the Air Feel HeavyThese light scenting techniques and recommendations will help you channel the olfactory spirit of the season in style
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4 Soil Cover Ideas for Potted Houseplants That Will Help Them Thrive — And Which Ones Look BestNot only will it keep pests away and help your indoor garden retain moisture, but make your plants look good, too
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4 Genius 'Smart' Features Mattresses Have in 2026 — These Are the Ideas That Can Really Change the Way You SleepIf you're into sleep tech, you need to know about these innovations in the mattress and bed frame space
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Okay, We're Not Making These 5 Houseplant Mistakes in 2026 — They're All Outdated Ideas for Caring for Your Home's Indoor GardenFrom care tips to styling choices, these ideas are no longer the best way to nurture your green thumb
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One of Our Favorite Interior Designers Just Launched a Candle Collaboration — 3 Delicious Italian-Inspired Scents to Make it Feel Like Euro SummerMulberry granita, lemon sorbet, and almond latte are on the menu with Laura Gonzalez x Acqua di Parma
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The Japanese Art of Fukinsei Only Calls for a Tiny Tweak in Your Home Styling, but the Impact Is HugeIt uses asymmetry to make an overly equipoised space look so much more interesting
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Where to Place Aloe Vera in the Home for Good Energy — 4 Spots That Make Its Infamous 'Spiky' Energy Work in Your FavorWith this particular plant, proper placement is crucial to prevent bad energy
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The Best Indoor Planters to Buy This Year — What to Shop So You Can Nurture Your Green Thumb Without Losing Style PointsFrom minimalist to maximalist and the in-between, these 15 plant pots are just too good to pass up on
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How to Get Your Taste Back — In a World Flooded with AI-Generated Interiors, Here's What Really Matters When Designing a Space That Feels True to YouForget 'learning' what you like from a bot on a screen, and find your own eye the hard way
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5 Things People With Tidy Technology in Their Homes Always Do — To Help You Hide Cables, Wires, and RemotesAvoid disrupting your design by making these simple changes for a noticeable difference
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5 Mattress Myths That Are Quietly Ruining Your Sleep, and How to Fix These Mistakes for Great SleepThe experts break down these common misconceptions about the foundation of your bedscape
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Jo Malone London Just Gave the Tomato Vine Scent Trend a New Look in These Vibrant Limited Edition CeramicsAnd after smelling the scents in person, it might be the best way to revisit the fragrance this season
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These Genius 'Water Cacti' Are the Most Stylish Way to Keep Your Garden Hydrated While You're Away on VacationThese glossy, gradual plant waterers will keep your indoor garden looking fresh
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Shark Just Launched Its Cleverest Cooling Fan in an On-Trend Color — And It's My Top Pick for Leaving on Overnight to Cool Down Your BedSold over 955 times in the last 48 hours, it's already a hit among the design crowd
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The Japanese Philosophy of 'Komorebi' Is the Inspiration You Need to Make Your Home Feel More Dreamy and Romantic in SummerThe beauty of dappled light is a design detail you can bring into your interior design
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Forget Burning Candles in Summer, Incense Is So Much Better — I Found 15 Contemporary Holders to Elevate This Fragrance RitualDon't let aesthetics be an afterthought to this cleansing moment, I beg
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