Julia Demer
Julia is a New York-based Style Editor at Livingetc with a sharp eye for the intersection of fashion and interiors. For her, style is everywhere — a great outfit and a stunning home are two sides of the same coin. Passionate about art, travel, and pop culture, Julia infuses each edit and article with a unique perspective and global flair.
Before joining Livingetc, Julia honed her expertise in fashion journalism and design. At L’Officiel USA, she reported on runway shows, emerging trends, and beauty must-haves, mastering the art of curating, SEO, and editing. But her style sensibilities were sharpened even earlier during her time at the luxury fashion label The Row, where she designed handbags and footwear, cementing her knack for high-end aesthetics from the very beginning.
At Livingetc, Julia's fashion-forward approach shines through as she explores the latest interior trends, buzziest collections, and hidden gems at big-box retailers. Her taste skews toward the luxurious, but she's equally enthusiastic about discovering affordable yet impossibly chic finds on Amazon. Julia is a master of the high-low mix, proving that, when done right, the result is always high-high.
Throughout her career, Julia has interviewed design heavyweights and tastemakers like Laila Gohar, Bobby Berk, Nate Berkus, Tyler Cameron, and generational "It" girl Cornelia Guest. Her goal is to spotlight the cool people who are really shaping the design industry. Read her work, and you'll be in the know.
Originally from sunny Los Angeles, Julia studied at the University of Arizona and Fordham University in New York City, where she now resides. Though she graduated with a B.S. in Psychology — originally on a pre-med track — she finds the experience invaluable, even if she's not using it directly. A former competitive equestrian, her love for the sport subtly influences her style (horse bits, anyone?). When she's not riding, you'll find Julia at barre class, sipping overpriced cocktails with friends, rummaging through vintage markets, and, whether it's in the clothes she wears, the food she eats, or the couch she sits on, practicing the art of style in every aspect of her life.
Latest articles by Julia Demer
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“Orb Lamps" Are Everywhere Right Now — Our Style Editor Picks Her 12 Shadeless Favorites
It's time to bid adieu to lampshades. These minimalist lighting accents have quietly emerged as a designer’s best-kept secret
By Julia Demer Published
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Enter Laila Gohar’s Surrealist World: The Designer Talks Tablescapes, Non-Boring Dinner Parties, and Hosting Must-Haves
The Gohar World co-founder redefined tabletop luxury with a cheeky, global flair. Now, she shares her playfully peculiar hosting essentials for celebrating life’s most special moments
By Julia Demer Published
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The Coqui Coqui x H&M Home Collection Has Got Me Dreaming of Fringe — It's the "Ultimate Sensory Experience"
The transportive home decor and travel essentials collection offers a home away from home and a home that feels like vacation
By Julia Demer Published
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Paris Hilton's Latest Cookware Collaboration with Walmart Includes the Most Fabulous Coffee Maker — "That's Hot"
With prices starting at just $6, you can "slive" your best life and shop like an heiress without breaking the bank
By Julia Demer Published
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We've Just Found the Viral Ninja CREAMi on Sale — Find Out Where to Get the Kitchen Gadget That'll Sweeten Your Summer
If you've always wanted to buy the trending do-it-all ice cream maker from Ninja but couldn't justify the cost, Walmart has you covered
By Julia Demer Last updated
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“Brat Green” Might be the Most Controversial Color Trend Ever — Here's How to Style It in Your Home
This "purposefully ugly" color has become the defining color of 2024 — and the boldest of interior designers aren't shying away from it
By Julia Demer Published
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Michael Graves Design and Pottery Barn's New Collection Is Making Accessible Design Elegant — By Every Definition
Michael Graves Design's renowned "Design for All" ethos meets Pottery Barn’s knack for elevating the everyday, birthing a permanent furniture collection that is beautiful as it is functional.
By Julia Demer Published
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Designers Claim Jute Rugs Go With Literally Everything — And We're Eyeing These 12
These 12 jute rugs are in my shopping basket and they should be in yours too — they work in minimalist schemes or to link more maximalist designs
By Julia Demer Last updated
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Ruggable’s Pantone Collab Returns, Using Color Theory to Boost Your Mood — And It's Better Than Ever
The second iteration of this fan-favorite collaboration harnesses the power of color to enhance “mood, energy, and creativity,” transforming your space one room at a time
By Julia Demer Published
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Our Style Editor Just Found Le Creuset's Iconic Dutch Oven for 42% Off in Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale — See What Else She Scored
This might be the best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale yet. Discover a jaw-dropping deal on the beloved Le Creuset, plus 12 homeware finds we're head-over-heels for
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I Stayed at Artist Daniel Arsham’s Wisconsin Cabin — Its Interiors Are a Masterclass in Balancing Modern With Cozy
The artist and designer joined forces with Kohler on bookable residence that blends bucolic charm with cosmopolitan sensibilities
By Julia Demer Published
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Sea Glass Decor is Trending, But Not How You May Think — See Our Style Editor's Deep Dive on the Latest Beachy Look
Sea glass decor is the coastal cool trend minimalists have been waiting for. And it's not just sticking around for summer
By Julia Demer Published
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Why "Seashell Decor" is the Ethereal Decorating Trend That's Inspiring Our Style Editor Right Now
It's been infiltrating the fashion scene lately, but it seems this new iridescent trend is now making its way into our interiors
By Julia Demer Published
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12 Homewares "It" Girl Cornelia Guest Absolutely Cannot Live Without
Party girl, actress, socialite, animal advocate — Cornelia Guest is the real-life Barbie of a generation. The 80s icon spills her secrets on creating a stylish, dog-centric haven and mastering the art of effortless elegance.
By Julia Demer Published
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This "Timeless" Pattern Has Emma Chamberlain's Seal of Approval — Here's How to Bring It to Your Home
Cabana striped decor is having a moment, and we’re not the only ones swooning. I’ve rounded up my favorite picks just in time for summer — or anytime, really.
By Julia Demer Published
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15 of the Best Rugs for 2024 — Our List of the Floorcovering Styles That Set the Mood for Modern Homes
Tired space? Looking to elevate? A rug is always the answer. After much deliberation, I've landed on the very best rugs for every style and budget
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Berber Rugs are Forever Timeless — And I Found 12 Iconic Styles That Won’t Break the Bank
Originals are pretty pricey, but most of these Berber-style rugs clock in under $300. See why designers are falling head over heels for their storied beauty.
By Lotte Brouwer Last updated
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I Found 12 Throw Pillows That Look Like They’re From Luxury Stores — But They're Actually From Amazon
'Where did you get that?!' These chic Amazon throw pillows will keep everyone guessing
By Julia Demer Published
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I Tried the Stylish Jolie Filtered Showerhead That Promised to Make My Hair and Skin Glow — Here's My Honest Review
The design-forward bathroom accessory calls itself 'step zero' for your beauty routine. After one month of use, here's how it made both my bathroom and hair look
By Julia Demer Published
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Replacing Outlet Cover Plates is the Easy Trick That Instantly Elevates a Home — Especially With These 12 Finds
I didn’t realize how hideous my outlet cover plates were... until now. Discover the easiest, chicest, and potentially least expensive home update you never knew you needed
By Julia Demer Published
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Gwyneth Paltrow's Ruggable x Goop Collab Stuns With Simplicity — Our Style Editor's 6 Favorite Pieces
With organic hues, tactile textures, and worldly sensibilities, Ruggable x Goop elevates the everyday.
By Julia Demer Published
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12 Unexpectedly Stylish Amazon Rugs To Shop — Some With Deals Too Good to Miss
As a style editor, I know a good rug (and deal!) when I see one. And I couldn't believe what I was able to find on Amazon ...
By Julia Demer Last updated
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The Best Brooklinen Sheets are Softer Than Your Average Set — And Our Style Editors Have the Low-Down on Which to Buy
What’s better than a freshly-washed set of sheets? A brand new pair of sheets. Let Style Editors Julie Demer and Brigid Kennedy guide you through the highlights of the Brooklinen catalog.
By Julia Demer Last updated
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12 Stylish Sleeper Chair Beds to Transform Spare Corners into Cozy Bedrooms
Sleeper chair beds aren’t just for guests — you have to look at them too! Here are 12 so stylish that even I, a picky style editor, would gladly welcome into my own home
By Julia Demer Published