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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Where to Buy Wallpaper — 11 Places Designers Recommend to Start Your Search Online
Whether you're looking for traditional wallpaper or a more temporary peel-and-stick style, consider this your guide to the perfect purchase
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5 Tastemakers Share the Flowers They're Using to Style Their Garden Parties
Whether sculptural, seasonal or purely for sentimental reasons, these are the flowers design doyens dress their garden party tables with
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Garden Party Ideas — 8 Ways to Decorate Your Yard That Makes It Welcoming to Summer Guests
Hosting outside has its own benefits and challenges, but these ideas from expert event planners will ensure your sun-soaked soirées are a total success
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A Photo of a Vintage Chair Inspired the Whimsical and Eclectic Interiors of This Southern Californian Home
It's not often that it's the homeowner pushing the designer into more daring decisions, but in this home, the unique dynamic worked out masterfully
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7 Children's Loft Bed Ideas That Create Way More Room for Activities
Whether it's more space for storage, squeezing a desk into a smaller room, or a slide for good measure, putting a loft bed in a kids' room has plenty of benefits
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5 Children's Room Storage Ideas That Will Keep Things Looking Clutter-Free But Still Creative
It is absolutely possible to create a kid's room that's heavy on organization and storage, but that doesn't lack in fun
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We Asked Designers: What's the Best Light Blue Paint Color? Here's 6 Shades They Swear By
Whether it's evoking the ocean or for a living room with low light, these pale blue shades will make sure your space feels cool (and not cold)
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Should I Color Drench My Bedroom? 5 Rooms That Show Why This Way to Paint Works so Well
When done right, color drenching bedrooms can create cocooning sleep spaces that will help you drift off into dreamland much quicker
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Three Apartments Were Merged Into One to Create This Calming Family Retreat in the Middle of Manhattan
Every inch counts in NYC, so when this family got to triple the size of their new home, they asked interior designer Annie Leslau to help them make the most of it
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A Complete Guide to Color Drenching a Room — The Tone-On-Tone Paint Style Taking Over Our Homes
Soaking a space in all one color may appear to be a bold statement but it actually helps create soothing schemes that feel more spacious
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6 Light Blue Living Rooms That Find the Perfect Balance Between Cool and Cozy
Blue is one of the most versatile colors to use in a living room, and when incorporated in its softest, palest shades, its effect is both subtle and striking
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5 Secrets to Sourcing at Estate Sales to Know Before You Go — ‘Never Say No to Something Weird’
Shopping other people's stuff has become its own subculture these days. Here's how to find the treasure hidden among the trash
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'A Great Interior Scheme Needs a Bit of Tension' — How a Designer Combined Two Conflicting Styles in This Cohesive Family Home
Deftly blending New England charm alongside Los Angeles' cool led to a cozy-chic home that fits this family just right
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Forget "Overstyled" Beds — The Big Bedding Trends to Embrace Instead in 2024 Have One Thing in Common
If your bedding is starting to look a little bit tired, these are the on-trend styles designers recommend replacing it with
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Ceiling Wallpaper Ideas — The 8 Ways Designers Are Using Pattern Overhead That Will Inspire a Room Makeover
While the default is to paint your ceiling white, designers all agree that you’re missing out on making a statement if you don't consider wallcovers for your 'fifth wall'
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6 Light Blue Bedroom Ideas That Will Convince You It's the Most Relaxing Color to Paint Your Space
No longer reserved for nurseries or kids rooms, popular pale blue hues are the ideal choice for making your bedroom feel like a peaceful retreat
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How to Make Your Home's Storage Look More Expensive — 5 Inexpensive Tricks Designers Always Use
Storage may be a necessity in our homes, but that doesn't mean that it can't be the design element that elevates your space
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9 Olive Green Bedrooms That Show How Designers Use This Trending Hue to Create Sanctuary-Like Spaces
Whether you want to bring the outdoors in, ground brighter colors, or create a gender-neutral space, olive green bedrooms are always a good idea
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This Former Artist's Loft in New York Has Been Given a New Life — And a Laundry That Transforms Into a Bar!
Embracing its unique past was key to giving this industrial space its personalized and family-focussed future
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We Asked Designers: What's the Best Olive Green Paint Color? These Are the 5 They Told Us to Try
We’re about to save you a whole lot of time standing in the paint section at your local hardware store. These are the olive green paint colors designers reach for
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This Surprisingly Cozy Minimalist Home Has One of the Best Bathroom Lighting Tricks We’ve Seen — It Has Total Wow-Factor
Playing with the material palette and clever use of light helped this modern minimalist home in Houston, Texas put family and friends first
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5 Olive Green Living Room Ideas That Will Inspire You to Introduce This On-Trend Color to Your Scheme
The earthy shade is considered a neutral by most designers, meaning there is a way to embrace it no matter your stance on color
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7 Olive Green Kitchen Cabinet Ideas That Prove This Versatile Shade Works in Every Style
From traditional farmhouse to modern beach shack, we’re here to show that olive green kitchen cabinets can transcend time and interior styles
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'The World of Color is Rife With Danger' — 5 Color Combinations That Don't Go Together and What to Use Instead
There is a reason neutral color schemes are considered a 'safe' option. Here, designers and color experts shed some light on how not to use color in your home
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