
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 a connoisseur of all things art, which in her mind 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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Everyone's Swapping Their Cotton and Linen Bedding for Bamboo — This Is Why, and Where to Buy the Sets That Look Just as Good
Design-forward brands are launching bamboo bedding, a 'smart fabric' that might just make you sleep more soundly across the seasons
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I'm Following This Interior Designer's Method for Growing Supermarket Basil Into Giant Plants — They Look Incredible in Her Kitchen
When it comes to getting basil plants to grow big and bushy, it's all about hydrating it the right way
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How Much Will It Cost to Landscape My Garden This Year? Advice on Budget, Design Details, and the Factors to Consider
Here's everything you need to know about budgeting before you plan to landscape your garden in 2025
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6 Lessons in How to Hang Scarves Aesthetically From Closet Organizers That Will Make Your Wardrobe Feel So Much More Elevated
These clever tips will keep your scarves in shape for the perfect finishing touch to your summer outfits
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What to Declutter for Summer — 7 Areas That Need Your Attention Now
These seasonal decluttering tasks will help restore freshness to your home as you head into the summer season
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This Classic Hallway Layout Could Be Ruining Your Home's Feng Shui — Hint: It's All to Do With Your Stairs
If you value the energy of your home, this is a crucial space to pay attention to
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5 Container Garden Design Mistakes Spoiling Your Planting Efforts — And How to Fix Them for a Beautifully Potted Display
Don't let these common faux pas take away from your green-thumbed skills if you're working with a potted garden
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7 Greek Garden Ideas to Transform Your Backyard Into an Enchanting Haven — From an Award-Winning Garden Designer with Greek Heritage
Beyond just white and blue accents and olive trees...
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8 Things You Should Thrift for Your Garden That Will Give Your Outdoor Space More Life and Soul
A handful of clever ideas for your outdoor space to inspire your next thrifting adventure
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Did You Know 'Summer Insomnia' Is a Thing? Here's What's Keeping You From Drifting Off, and How to Beat It
Leave the counting of sheep to cartoons and pick up these sleep expert-approved tips for the summer season instead
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The Fork Decluttering Method Helped Me Hold Myself Accountable and Cull the Clutter That Was Piling Up at Home
If you're looking to pare back your home for summer, the fork decluttering method is worth a try. It's especially perfect for cluttered kitchens.
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I Spoke to the Garden Designer Behind This 5-Star Stand at the Chelsea Flower Show and Here's What I Learned
Tips from a five-star landscape designer to bring home some of the magic on display at the show
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These Are the Best Outdoor Planters You'll Find in 2025 If You Want Containers and Pots That Steal the Show in Your Garden
From minimal to colorful, textured to glazed, and footed to sculptural, this list spans the most stylish planter aesthetics of the moment
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People Are Using Children's Hangers to Organize Their Own Closets for a Surprising Reason — It Makes Clothes Storage So Much More Aesthetic
The need of the hour in any small wardrobe or even just a cohesively aesthetic one is children's hangers. TikTok inspired me, and now it's my turn to introduce it to you
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7 Tips to Imbue the Scandi Philosophy of Miljövänlighet into Your Home — From Design to Decluttering and Beyond
Pronounced me-lyo-van-lig-yhet, this concept of environmental friendliness will make your home look beautiful and feel natural
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I Tried the Floor Decluttering Method and It Changed the Way I View Clutter for Good
If you don't have the freedom of space to roam without tripping over clutter, this is the organizational process you need to try
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Every Small Home Needs an Organized 'Everything Closet' — Here’s Why
A catch-all closet for the random items in your home, even this versatile storage space hosts a set of rules to be governed by
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Birth Month Herbs? Yes, They Exist and Here’s a Guide to Find Your Own to Grow
If you've been meaning to start a herb garden, why not begin with a special choice that feels personal in the form of a birth month herb
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5 Feng Shui Closet Rules You Should Apply to Your Wardrobe
These closet Feng Shui ideas are making our best-dressed list for improving the energy in this all-important space
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Garden Accessories Don’t Have to Be Ugly — These 9 Surprisingly Chic Finds are Proof
These gorgeous buys are stylish enough to convince anyone to pick up this green hobby
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Madrid's Hottest New Hotel Was Created "to Tell a Love Story" — And Has a Celebrity Architect as Its Mastermind
On the bustling Gran Vía, Philippe Starck's brainchild of immaculate design, Brach Madrid, lends its backdrop to a Spanish romance with guests as protagonists
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These 5 Linen Closet Organization Mistakes are Costing You Space and Losing You Time
Survey your linen closet for any of these five common organization mistakes. And if you're guilty of even one of these faux pas, reorganization is a must.
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10 Types of Jade Plant That Will Bring Good Vibes to Any Room
These low-maintenance succulents are a wonder to care for and when it comes to jade plant varieties, these ten are the best of the best.
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How to Pack Clothes in a Backpack — 6 Tips For Short Trips that Call for a Stylish Wardrobe
Luggage restrictions shouldn't hold you back from holidaying without limits. And with these six clever tips from the experts, you won't have to sacrifice your style
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