
Devin Toolen
Devin is a New York-based Style Editor for Livingetc who is keen on all aspects of personal style. From a young age, she was drawn to the design world, whether that was taking sewing classes in her hometown, or flipping through the pages of her mother’s interior design magazines. She spent hours on end watching HGTV home improvement and design programs, often sharing her opinions as if the TV could hear her.
After graduating from Villanova University with a BA in Communication and Spanish Language Studies, Devin moved to Paris, France to pursue her Master’s Degree in Fashion Studies at Parsons. It was here she refined her love for style in every sense of the word. While there to study fashion, living in Paris allowed Devin to fall in love with interior style. She grew fond of the city’s mix of both classic and contemporary designs that felt intentional and personal.
After moving back to the United States, Devin worked at Tom Ford and later Cosmopolitan Magazine. She loves sharing design choices with her readers, from explaining how to incorporate trends into interior spaces to sourcing the best products for your home. Devin believes style should be inclusive, exciting, and at its core, fun.
Latest articles by Devin Toolen
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Is Gold Flatware Tacky? I Asked Designers and, as It Turns Out, It's Quite the Talking Point
Some like the glitz and glamor of it, while others think it's just a bit too much — one thing we can all agree on: gold is a polarizing cutlery choice
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I Asked Designers to Share the Best IKEA Products They've Bought — Here's What They Said
IKEA's catalogs are about as long as the iconic pathway through their stores, so save yourself the time, and shop this designer-edit instead
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The Key to Styling a Second Living Area Outside is a Good Garden Sofa — Here's 6 I'd Happily Style Indoors
From complete sets to corner styles, these are the garden sofas that are guaranteed to impress your guests
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Don't Fall Into the Trap of These Tacky and Dated Patio Furniture Buys — Here, Designers Share the Styles to Shop Instead
It's time to retire those brightly-colored plastic chairs and ugly buttoned upholstery...
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It's Officially 'Sun Lounger Season' — And I Just Found Three Trending Styles to Shop
For soaking up the sun and lazy lounging, these outdoor lounge chairs are the answer — they're durable, comfortable, and stylish (of course)
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Candles vs Diffusers — A Fragrance Expert Shares Which Style of Home Scenting Works (and Looks) the Best
They might serve the same purpose, but candles and diffusers vary in fragrance intensity and overall style. So which one should you choose?
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Jenni Kayne's Upstate New York Farmhouse Just Hit Airbnb — The Perfect Excuse to Try Out Her Furniture Line, Before You Buy
The designer's laid-back California style meets the rural charm of upstate New York in this idyllic farmhouse (which is now available to book)
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Does Anyone Decorate With Wall Clocks Anymore? We Asked Designers For Their Thoughts — Timeless or Time to Go?
Although they've been around for centuries, their presence in interiors divides designers. So, are wall clocks our of style? Let's discuss
By Devin Toolen Published
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What Comes First, Paint Color or Furniture? Designers Agree on the Answer, but Say It's a Common Mistake They See
It can be overwhelming to know where to start when you're staring at a blank space, but the experts we spoke to agree unanimously
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This Cordless Pendant Light Is the Secret to Making Your Outdoor Soirées Just as Sophisticated As the Ones Indoors
More over string lights — this stylish, wireless outdoor pendant light is about to seriously level up your alfresco entertaining
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Color Crush! 'Sakura Blush' Is the Sweet Shade That Challenges the Idea That Pink Is 'Too Childish'
Our May Color Crush, Sakura Blush, is the perfect balance of depth and delicacy, and can completely transform your interior design — here's how
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Venetian Plaster vs Microcement — A Definitive Answer On Which Stylish Finish Would Work Best in Your Space
We spoke with two experts who shared it's not a question about 'which', but rather 'where' when it comes to deciding on Venetian plaster or microcement
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Corduroy vs Bouclé — Which Is the Most Stylish Choice for Your Home in 2025?
While one is nubby, the other is smooth and lustrous. Both introduce subtle texture to a space, so how do you pick?
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The 70s Are Back, Baby, but Not All Trends From the Decade Deserve a Revival — Here's the Looks to Avoid That Will Just Date Your Home
From an overwhelming use of orange to toilet carpets (eww!), designers reveal which 70s interior trends are best kept in the past
By Devin Toolen Published
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Kelly Wearstler Designed an Animal Hospital Where "Anxiety Just Melts Away", and I'm Taking Notes for My Own Home
The renowned designer's foray into healthcare demonstrates have even the most functional of spaces can still be design-forward
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7 Sustainable Product Designs That Are Setting the Agenda for Environmentally-Conscious Homes in 2025
From pillows made from textile waste to sanitaryware made in the world's first electric kiln, these brands are revolutionizing sustainable design — for the better
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Should a Living Room Be Painted Dark or Light? We Asked Design Experts to Settle The Age-Old Debate
The color of your living room can completely shift the mood of your entire home, so the question remains: should you go light or dark...?
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This Specific Fabric Print Is Literally Everywhere Right Now — Here's Why
It's whimsical, artistic, and full of character. We've called it already: Dedar's 'Tiger Mountain' is the fabric that will define 2025
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Sateen vs Percale Sheets — What's the Difference, and Which Are Better?
Who would have thought a simple weave pattern could make all the difference to your sleep
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I Asked Interior Designers to Share the Worst Design Trends They've Seen on Social Media — And What They Want to See Instead
Just because something is trending, doesn't mean it's tasteful — from dupe-culture to OTT lighting, here's what designers hate seeing in homes
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Turns Out, Sustainable Design Can Be Chic, and Net-a-Porter's 'Net Sustain' Curation Is Proof — Here's What I'm Shopping
From the Net Sustain collection, Mud Australia's homeware is not only design-oriented, but eco-focused, too
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Looking for a Cool New Coffee Spot? You Could Already be Standing in It — Here's How to Do TikTok's 'Home Café' Trend
Overpriced lattes are a fad of the past. Shop all the pieces you need to curate a 5-star café in your very own kitchen
By Devin Toolen Published
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I Found an Earl Grey Candle That Actually Smells Like a Cup of Tea With Lemon
They're strong, but not overpowering. Dynamic, yet always fresh. APOTHEKE's candles know how to captivate you from first whiff
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The Coquette Aesthetic Is Still Going Strong in Homes in 2025 — But Now It's Charming, Whimsical, and Has Modern Flair
A designer weighs in on how you can make the classic coquette trend feel modern while still retaining its whimsical elegance
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