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Could This Be the Color of the Year for 2026? The Livingetc Editors Make Their Predictions — Spoiler: There's a Lot of Green
As we anxiously anticipate the 2026 color of the year annoucements soon to come, the Livingetc team place their bets
By Emma Breislin Published
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15 Back-to-School Buys to Get Your Kid's Work Space Ready and Organized for a New Year
From helpful storage to engaging decor, these picks will make your children want to do their homework
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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Everyone Is Buying This Confetti-Inspired Glassware That Makes Every Soirée Feel Like More of a Party This Summer
Take summer-style hosting a step beyond the season itself, with vibrant glassware that channels the sense of celebration
By Emma Breislin Published
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Hold Up, I've Just Spotted the Biggest Art Framing Trend Right Now in Søstrene Grene's New Season Collection — And It's Under £15
I've found so many trendy pieces in Søstrene Grene's AW range, but its wall decor picks up on an idea we've already been talking about which is my favorite
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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It's Like John Lewis Turned Soho Home — I Think the High Street Brand's New 'Pleat' Sofa Might Be Its Most Designer-Looking Piece Yet
No, now is not too early to secure the perfect present-opening perch for Christmas this year
By Emma Breislin Published
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This London Home Has Embraced Its Storied History and Period Features — But There's a Fun Surprise in Its Basement
The reformation of this former London vicarage was all about creating spaces with soul
By Paula May Evans Published
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This Two-Michelin Star Italian Chef Is the Pioneer of 'Sicilian Haute Cuisine' — These Are His Go-to Artisanal Plate Brands
"Plates are the final showpiece of every gastronomic creation," says cuisine innovator Ciccio Sultano of globally acclaimed Ragusa restaurant Duomo, and they sure are when they look like this
By Gilda Bruno Published
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Silver Service — How Stainless Steel Serveware Became the Biggest Comeback Story in 2025, and Where to Buy the Look (From £5)
Silver, shiny and standing the test of time — we’ve scrolled to find the best stainless steel serveware dishes that serve up style and substance
By Becks Shepherd Published
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These Light-Up Bottle Stoppers Make Your Old Wine Bottles Look Like Mid-Century Designer Lamps
This nifty hack will help you instantly transform your best-looking glass bottles into sleek and sculptural portable table lamps
By Georgia Lockstone Published
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These Spectacular Hideaways Have Just Made the 'Digital Detox' Trend *Actually* Tempting — No, They're Not Your Usual Off-Grid Cabins
Who said digital detox retreats can't be as thoughtfully decorated as they are invigorating? This edit of tranquil stays shows you they can do both (and where to find them)
By Gilda Bruno Published
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"We're Happy to Get Back From Holiday" — This Art Deco-Inspired Paris Apartment Rivals Even the Finest Five-Star Hotel Suite
Inspired by the opulence of Versailles and the 1930s, the grandness of this Parisian apartment is offset by striking contemporary gestures — and a touch of DIY
By Ian Phillips Published
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This Elevated, Hotel-Style Bedding Is Piping-Hot Right Now — Here's Where to Shop It
A simple, elegant border can seriously elevate your bedding, taking it from humdrum to high-end in an instant
By Lilith Hudson Published
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The Best Cookware of 2025 — An Edit of the Most Design-Forward Culinary Brands That Deserve a Spot on Your Shelf and What to Buy, too
Looking for cool, trusty cookware to invest in? Here are some of the most stylish pots and pans on avail, and the brilliant brands they come from
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Okay, I've Seen the Colors in H&M Home's Autumn Collection, and Now I'm Over the Heat and Officially Ready for the Cozy Season
Plumy purples, chocolatey browns, toasty caramels... bringing a touch of 70s charm to your living room just got easier
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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London's Hippest New Seafood Bistro Was Crafted to Look Like a Construction Site — "It Raises the Question of What Beauty Really Is"
Tucked away off Shoreditch High Street, Harry Nuriev's design for Noisy Oyster plays with the area's industrial edge to absorb you in a thick web of wires, scaffolding, and matte chrome surfaces. We untangle it all
By Gilda Bruno Published
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This is the Teeny-Tiny (and Often Forgotten) Front Door Detail That Says the Most About Your Sense of Style
It says, 'I care, even about the smallest, most insignificant details'
By Emma Breislin Published
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These Well-Designed Plinths, Pedestals, and Plant Stands Will Help Your Lush Collection Stand Up and Out
This styling trend will get your houseplants off the floor and up on stands for a visually intriguing indoor garden
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Wheeled Garden Planters are a Godsend for Tricky Plants You Want to Survive Summer *and* Winter — These Ones Look Great, Too
Not only do wheeled planters keep plants protected from the elements, but they're great for small outdoor spaces, too
By Emily Moorman Published
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The Designers of This Contemporary Ibizan Finca Built It Up Through Textural Layers and Warm Hues — It's the Perfect Vacation Retreat
A dreamy Balearic hideaway has fully embraced Ibiza’s tranquil side and natural beauty
By Karine Monié Published
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I Just Found a £9 Fix for Instant Icy-Cool Water in IKEA's 'New-In' Section — It's So Chic City Dweller-Coded
If you're sick of sacrificing fridge space for convenient, ice-cold water, IKEA's nifty fridge dispenser is for you
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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The New Forest Pool House That Embraces Its Surroundings Through Nature and Beauty — Along With Plenty of Luxury Touches
Blank Slate Studio brings its signature elegance to this pool house set amongst the rolling pastures of the New Forest National Park
By Maya Glantz Published
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Clocking Off for the Summer Holidays? Livingetc Editors Share Their Top 3 Packing Picks (and a Peek Into Their Travels)
Combined, this makes for the ultimate packing list for style-minded globetrotters, with destination tips to inspire last-minute travel plans
By Gilda Bruno Published
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"You Could Feel the History in Every Corner" — Artist and Sculptor Jobe Burns' Revival of This 300-Year-Old Farmhouse Exudes Power and Brilliance
It was a project that took almost half a decade to complete, and with its rich history, there came challenges, moments, and lessons that ultimately created a space filled with beauty and culture
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Jazz Bars, Fairgrounds, Alpine Retreats, and the British Countryside Inspired Habitat's New Home Collection — Yet It All Goes Together
Full of designer-inspired, playful interiors that are also budget-friendly, Habitat’s AW25 offering is beyond impressive
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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I Just Found a Triple-Threat Cutting Board That Acts As a Food Prep Station And a Neat Display Case for Charcuterie & Dip Stylings, Too
Designed by German cookware brand Continenta, this is the perfect multi-functional addition to a small kitchen that sees plenty of cheffing
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I'm Calling It — This 'Water Feature Pot' Is the Simplest, Most Chic Way to Add the Soothing Sound of Water Into Your Garden
Create a tranquil oasis in your garden this summer with these stylish and serene water feature pots
By Emily Moorman Published
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The Weekend Itinerary — How to Spend 48 Hours in Mexico City, the Spirited Metropolis, According to Our Lifestyle Editor
Searching for the best things to do in Mexico City, the 'Ciudad de los Palacios'? Follow Livingetc's in-house culture and design enthusiast on an inspired tour of the city
By Gilda Bruno Published
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Could Stacked Table Lighting Be the Hottest New Trend in Interiors? Designers Give Us the Lowdown on This Artistic Moment
Sculptural forms, artistic shapes, and irresistible hues, this lighting trend is certainly a statement piece that has taken over the world of interior design, and I totally approve of it
By Faiza Saqib Published
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I've Just Taken Up Home Pickling — So IKEA's Brand New Kitchen Collection Couldn't Have Come at a Better Time
Pickled pears, radishes, and onions — oh my! Get your pickling pantry in order with these surprisingly fashionable accessories
By Olivia Wolfe Published