
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 an admirer of all art, which 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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The "Morning Reset" Is the Decluttering Rule That Makes Your Home Feel Instantly Cooler in a Hot SummerIf your home is littered with items out of place, it could be the reason your space feels unseasonably warmer than usual
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Trust Me, Tea Is the Unexpected Scent of the Summer — And I Found 12 Stylish Ways to Channel the Fragrance at HomeI'm replacing bright florals with these light, sophisticated notes to perfume my space
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"My Hydrangeas Look Awful After a Hot Summer" — This Is the Low-Maintenance, Drought-Tolerant Flower You Should Have Planted Up InsteadSave your garden from making a poor impression with droopy blooms by planting hardy, expert-approved verbena
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5 Things That Are Making Your Home's Air Smell 'Stale' During the Summer — And How to Fix Them, QuicklyOnce you declutter and refresh these items, you'll find an instant and pleasant shift in the way your space smells
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Not Jo Malone, Not Loewe — Habitat Now Has Its Own Tomato-Scented Candle, and It's a Fraction of the Price of the Luxury BrandsDesigned to last 33 hours, this multi-wick candle is a great way to bring home a summery scent
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Everyone Needs a 'Wine Bottle Coaster' for Their Table in Summer — It Prevents Water Rings, and Makes Your Setting Feel Way More ExpensiveThese decorative flourishes are a clever way to protect your tables, and they make for brilliant host gifts, too
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This Japanese Scenting Hack Will Trick Your Home Into Feeling Cooler — And There's One Crucial Fragrance That Makes it WorkThe secret? Using Japanese mint oil as summer aromatherapy to create a sense of 'coolness'
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5 Hot Weather Houseplant Myths You Shouldn't Fall For — And What to Actually Do to Help Your Indoor Garden Survive in the SummerIf you want your plants to survive the heatwave, it's worth steering clear of these common misconceptions
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The Our Place Wonder Oven Will Solve Your Biggest Small Kitchen Problem (And It's on Sale Right Now)After refusing to buy an unstylish air fryer for years, this might be the only designer appliance that could bring me into the trend
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These Clever 'Plant Straws' Will Look After Your Houseplants While You're Away and in Hot Weather — And They Look Good While Doing ItIt's a total upgrade from the DIY wick system that might be quenching your houseplants right now
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You Can Turn Any Cool Vessel Into a Match Holder With These Adhesive Strikers from AmazonThese clever stickers make it so you can light up any candle without a standard matchbox ruining your aesthetic
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I Tried Dyson's HushJet Mini During a Heatwave, and Can Now See Why This Lightweight Portable Fan Has Been Selling Out FastHere's how I rate it on quality, heat test, value, and style. Spoiler alert: it's quite the impressive accessory...
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It's the Kind of Japanese Bathtub People Who Are Into Wellness All Want — But There's Something You Need to Know About the Ritual of OfuroLess about cleansing, this ritual is crafted around an after-shower soak that soothes your mind and body
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The Final Trick to Help Your Houseplants Stop Drooping During a Heatwave? An Aspirin — Here's Why Some Plant Doctors Say It'll HelpBut before you medicate your indoor garden, here's when mixing aspirin into your plant's water actually works
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Psst: All of Our Favorite Designer Candles Are Currently 15% Off at Selfridges — I've Rounded Up the Most Impressive Scents to ShopThink delicious, expensive-smelling candles from Prada, Trudon, Valentino, L'Objet, and more...
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Sorry, Linen, but Sleep Experts Actually Prefer These 4 Alternative Bedding Materials — Especially in Hot WeatherIf you're a hot sleeper dressing your bed for the summer, you need to know about these temperature-regulating textiles
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7 Mistakes People Always Fall for When Trying to Make Their Homes Smell Good in Summer — And the Expert Tips to Avoid an Unimpressive-Smelling SpaceKnowing these common summer scenting faux pas will make your space smell light and fresh instead of overwhelming
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6 Self-Watering Systems for Houseplants That Experts Swear By — And No, None of Them Require an Ugly Plastic Bag or BottleI've chosen only the best-looking and most efficient slow-watering method to help your houseplants while you're on holiday
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5 Hot Sleeping Myths, Debunked by Experts — These Common Misconceptions Could Ruin How You Sleep This SummerIf you haven't had a comfortable night of slumber yet this season, you might want to see if you've been duped into believing one of these myths
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5 Japanese Wellness Rituals to Adopt Into Your Routine for Mindful Living — And How to Design Them at HomeThese rejuvenating concepts are built on intentionally feeding your mind, body, and soul
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Ever Heard of Merino Wool Bedding? It Might Sound the Opposite, but It's Actual the Ideal Choice for Hot SleepersAnd this beautiful deep navy color is one of the best for sleep — win win
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How to Make Your Home Smell Like Summer — 6 Ways to Set the Ambiance Without Making the Air Feel HeavyThese light scenting techniques and recommendations will help you channel the olfactory spirit of the season in style
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4 Soil Cover Ideas for Potted Houseplants That Will Help Them Thrive — And Which Ones Look BestNot only will it keep pests away and help your indoor garden retain moisture, but make your plants look good, too
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4 Genius 'Smart' Features Mattresses Have in 2026 — These Are the Ideas That Can Really Change the Way You SleepIf you're into sleep tech, you need to know about these innovations in the mattress and bed frame space
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