
Emma Breislin
Emma is the Interiors Editor at Livingetc. Even before graduating with a Bachelor of Arts - Media/ Bachelor of Laws with Honours (where she sub-edited the Law Society publication), she found herself in the world of media, when an internship at a large advertising agency turned into a permanent position. From there she worked across strategy, social media and copywriting, before deciding that writing was where her heart was. Freelancing for an independent editorial publication on all the coolest places in Sydney, Australia (where she was born and raised) kick-started a passion and curiosity for seeking out the latest restaurants, brands and styles people want to know about. From there she became the Content Producer for luxury linen brand, CULTIVER, where she nurtured a true appreciation for filling your home with high-quality and beautiful homewares, and honed her eye for design while organizing photoshoots, writing about trends, and helping customers pick the best pieces for their home. Most recently, she worked on Homes To Love, one of Australia's leading interiors websites, where she wrote about interiors for some of the country's top publications including Australian House & Garden and Belle magazine. And now, at Livingetc, Emma spends her days digging into the big design questions — from styling ideas to color palettes, interior trends and home tours. Outside of work hours, she can often be found elbow-deep at an antique store, moving her sofa for the 70th time or mentally renovating every room she walks into. Having just moved to London, she's currently starting from scratch when it comes to styling her home, which, while to many may sound daunting, to her, is just an excuse to switch up her style.
Latest articles by Emma Breislin
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The Fifty: Summer 25 — An Extensive Editor-Approved List of the Hottest Homewares to Shop This Season
From the tabletop to the walls, floors, and outdoors, here's all the homewares that have caught this editor's eye for the season ahead
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10 Outdoor Furniture Ideas for Small Spaces That Are Still Packed With Style
When space is at a premium, every detail counts — here, experts share the tricks to finding furniture to beautify your outdoor area, not bury it
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11 Outdoor Living Room Ideas That Blur the Line Between Inside and Out
There are so many ways to curate an outdoor living area that begs you to come and sit for a while... but these are the designer's favorites
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12 Colorful Living Room Ideas That Still Feel Elevated and Curated, Not Chaotic
Colorful doesn't have to mean scream-in-your-face — it can still (and arguably should) feel calming, curated, and considered. Here's how to do it
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The Need-to-Know Collection From La Redoute That Will Help Narrow Down Your Stylish Homewares Hunt
Want to know where to find stylish homewares that won't completely hemorrhage your bank account? This is the IYKYK you really want to know...
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What Colors Go With Gold? 13 Color Pairings That Bring the Best Out of Warm Metallics
Gold accents are a timeless addition to your space, but this finish works better with some colors over others. So, what are the most complementary colors for gold?
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10 Colorful Bathroom Ideas That Will Make You Wonder Why You Would Ever Consider White Tiles
The bathroom is a space you want to leave you feeling energized, and what does that better than bold and bright colors?
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The 12 Essential Modern Bedroom Ideas for Those Who Want Good Slumber With a Side of Style
Perhaps one of the most personal spaces in your home, it makes sense that you should make a contemporary bedroom feel uniquely you
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IKEA Just Released a 'Best of the Best' Collection at Milan Design Week — These Are the Pieces Everyone's Going to Want
Even if you haven't heard of IKEA's STOCKHOLM collection before, you've definitely seen it
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Carpets Used to Give Me the Ick, but This Bold New Style Makes Me Think They're the Next 70s Design Detail Due for a Revival
I've always had visions of ripping up wall-to-wall carpets, but now I'm thinking about actually installing them — what gives?
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This 600-Year-Old Fabric Design Is Having a Moment — It Brings a Sense of 'Age and History' to Your Home
These days, there are so many ways to do statement verdure textiles, and it doesn't have to involve relinquishing your entire wall
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18 Modern Living Room Ideas That Feel at the Cutting Edge of Design, Yet Still Soft and Inviting
Sleek, but soft — designers reveal their tricks of the trade when it comes to making modern living rooms feel comfortable
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6 Beautifully Eccentric Things You Need to See From Design Icon Iris Apfel's Weird and Wonderful Estate Sale
The late and great New York City designer was known for her eccentricities, and now you can be too
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I Instantly Doubled the Capacity of My Kitchen Cabinets With This Sleek $15 Storage Hack
I'm a self-confessed 'lazy organizer,' but thankfully this affordable find does all the hard work for you
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I'm a *Very* Opinionated Interiors Editor — These Are the 5 Mistakes You're Making With Your Bath Towels
Whether it's the choice of fabric, how you're washing it, or how long you've owned them, bath towel mistakes are easy to make — here's how to right your wrongs
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What Colors Go With Gray? 19 Arresting Combinations With This Time-Tested Neutral
These instantly eye-catching pairings with gray are a foolproof way to make any room feel chic, modern, and inspiring
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3 Easy Wireless Kitchen Lighting Tricks Experts Say Will Instantly Make Your Space Feel Bigger
Finished your kitchen only to discover you didn't plan for enough lighting? Never fear — wireless lighting is cheap, quick, and effective
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Moving Across the World Made Me More Organized at Home — Here's 5 Lessons I'm Taking Into 2025
Starting from scratch made me reprioritize how I was living in my home; here's how you can too (without the drastic life change)
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I Just Discovered Rejuvenation Has an Entire Section Dedicated to Vintage Furniture and Décor — These Are My Top Picks
From vintage rugs to lighting and artwork, these one-off treasures can't be missed
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17 Home Bar Ideas That Serve Some Major Style Vibes (as Well as Classy Cocktails, of Course)
Whether you've got an entire room, or just an empty corner behind your couch, these stylish home bar ideas will come in handy this hosting season
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Furniture Sales: Where to Shop Style-Forward Finds Without the Hefty Price Tag
Beautiful on a budget? Chic but cheap? Dashing but discounted? Good deals on stylish furniture do exist — if you know where to look for them.
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9 Amazon Bedding Finds That Look Expensive (but Aren't)
As well as some of the stylish bedding brands available to buy from Amazon that you likely had no idea you could
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H&M Home's Current Sale Section Has a Stylish Mirror to Reflect Every Style
When done right, a wall-hung mirror can be like a work of art, and these six discounted styles from H&M Home do it very, very right
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I Shopped the Look of Your Favorite Rooms From Instagram This Year in the Sales — And Found Deals up to 80% Off
What's better than being inspired? Being informed. Here's how to shop the Black Friday sales to re-create your favorite spaces from Instagram
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