
Devin Toolen
Devin is a New York-based Style Editor for Homes & Gardens who is keen on all aspects of personal style. From a young age, she was drawn to the design world; from taking sewing classes in her hometown to flipping through the pages of her mother’s interior design magazines. Devin would spend hours on end watching HGTV home improvement and design programs and made sure to vocalize her opinions, as if the television could hear her. She has her parents to thank for her highly particular taste, as they ingrained in her the importance of both style and quality in everything.
After graduating from Villanova University with a BA in Communication and Spanish Language Studies, Devin moved to Paris, France, to pursue her Master’s Degree in Fashion Studies at Parsons. It was in Paris where Devin refined her love for style in every sense of the word. While she was there to research topics in fashion, living in Paris allowed Devin to fall in love with interior style. She grew fond of the city’s mix of both classic and contemporary designs that always felt intentional and personal. She considers herself lucky to have lived in such a beautiful city with sources of inspiration around every corner.
After moving back to the United States, Devin worked at titles including Cosmopolitan Magazine and Livingetc, which led her to her position at Homes & Gardens. She loves sharing design choices with her readers, from explaining how to incorporate trends into interior spaces to sourcing the best products for your home. Devin believes style should be inclusive, exciting, and at its core, fun.
Latest articles by Devin Toolen
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Designers Say a Rug Is the Secret to a More Polished Patio – These 9 Chic Amazon Finds Make It EasyFrom whimsical florals to subtle stripes, these outdoor rugs from Amazon can make your patio look as stylish as your living room this summer
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I'm Convinced This Expensive-Looking $20 Solar Light Is the Patio Buy of This SummerPocket-sized, portable, and less than $20, this disk-shaped solar lamp – with a star-like glow – can transform your outdoor lighting
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Wayfair’s Outdoor Sale Is Full of Chic, Highly-Discounted Patio Furniture – These Are the 18 Pieces Worth Buying NowYour patio refresh just got a whole lot cheaper. Score deep discounts on select outdoor furniture with Wayfair's outdoor sale
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Wayfair's Sale Has Some of The Best Home Decor Deals of the Summer – Here's Everything That's Caught Our Shopping Editors' AttentionWith deep discounts on select furniture and decor, Wayfair's sale has just what you need to refresh your interiors for the summer season
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Our Ultimate Fourth of July Hosting Checklist: Everything You Need to Host a Stylish Birthday Party for AmericaBefore the festivities begin, here’s what you need to stylishly prep and decorate your house for The Fourth
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Lulu and Georgia’s Latest Collection With Ginny Macdonald Blends British Charm With California Cool – It’s the Embodiment of Peaceful Summer LivingFull of soft silhouettes and heritage-inspired details, Ginny Macdonald's third drop with Lulu and Georgia can make your home feel as cozy as a holiday house
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This Narrow Shed Is the Tiny Yard Game-Changer That Turns Wasted Outdoor Space Into Smart, Hidden Storage in MinutesBe gone, plastic outdoor eyesores. I'm officially convinced that outdoor storage can be chic, all thanks to this solid wood, A-frame storage shed from Wayfair
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28 Chic but Celebratory Table Decorations To Set the Scene for Your Fourth of July FeastIt's America's 250th birthday, so we're celebrating the occasion with elevated table decor that taps into the theme and looks chic at the same time
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I Used to Think Melamine Dinnerware Was Basic – But Drew Barrymore's New Playfully Chic Walmart Collection Is Perfect for Summer HostingSardine motifs, vibrant colors, and melamine transform this dinnerware set into something stylish, outdoor-safe, and worthy of a spot on your summer tablescape
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These Stylish Outdoor Privacy Screens Can Turn Your Backyard Into a Secluded OasisFor privacy, zoning, and increased stylistic appeal, your backyard needs a privacy screen. And these 16 are the best out there
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These 20 Chic World Cup Hosting Essentials Are the Real MVPs of the Tournament – and They’ll Make Your Watch Party a WinSoccer, but make it chic. If you're planning a World Cup watch party at home, here's exactly how to score style points while staying on theme
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Shea McGee's Fall Collection Just Quietly Dropped at Target – And It's Giving Us the First Look at Autumn's Biggest TrendsAccording to Shea McGee, moody jewel tones, heritage florals, and tasteful tassels will define the fall season, and we couldn't be more excited
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Joanna Gaines Wants Your Summer Picnic To Feel Like a Nostalgic Affair – and Her Vintage-Inspired Picnic Collection Makes It HappenLeave it to Joanna Gaines to design timeless, heirloom-quality picnic pieces for Magnolia that can help you set the scene for an idyllic outdoor outing
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It's Officially Picnic Season – Shop 24 Essentials That Turn Any Picnic Into a Stylish Outdoor FeastIt's not just about the food – the best picnics begin with decor that sets the scene for a memorable outdoor outing
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Summer’s Favorite Material Has Found Its Way to the Table – Shop 24 Rattan Table Decor Picks To Bring Tasteful Texture to Your Next Dinner PartyFrom rattan-wrapped serving forks to rattan-woven centerpieces, this timelessly textural material is turning summer tablescapes into stylized scenes
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GreenRow Just Dropped an Enchanting Collection With the New York Botanical Garden – and It’s Packed With Nostalgic Floral Tableware for Summer HostingDrawing on NYBG's archive of botanical illustrations and its rich, living landscape, this collection feels like a love letter to nature and its timeless beauty
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No Summer Party Is Complete Without String Lights – Shop 16 Designs That Add Style and AmbienceTurns out string lights aren't just for college dorm rooms and Christmas trees after all. These picks will help you patio glow in style on summer nights
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Shea McGee Just Confirmed That Lemons Are the It-Fruit of Summer 2026 – and Her Latest Collection Makes Them the Stars of Seasonal TablescapesTransform your summer tablescape into an Italian-inspired scene with the zesty, lemon-themed table decor pieces from McGee & Co.'s latest drop
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IKEA Just Made the Most Practical Coffee Table for Small Patios – It’s Portable, Space-Saving, and Less Than $50This clever outdoor coffee table from IKEA reimagines what we know as a stationary furnishing into a portable piece that's perfect for small patios
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Fashion Designer Todd Snyder Wants Your Home To Look Like It Has Its Best Suit On – and His Debut Decor Collection With CB2 Can Make That HappenTodd Snyder's CB2 collection is a masterclass in craftsmanship and tailoring, and it reminds us that fashion and interiors are more connected than we realize
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These Outdoor Storage Solutions Are the Secret to Making Small Patios Look Expensive and OrganizedMake the most of your small outdoor space this summer with these practical, multi-functional outdoor storage solutions
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This IKEA Storage Box Replaces Three Pieces of Backyard Furniture at Once – It's the Multifunctional Buy All Small Balconies Need This SummerMeet the NÄMMARÖ storage box – the greatest (and chicest) outdoor storage idea that'll help you make the most of your patio space this summer
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The Home Accessory You Didn't Know You Needed This Summer – 20 Chic Doorstops That’ll Hold Back Slamming Doors in Style'Tis the season of windows open and warm breezes flowing. Keep your home free from unexpected slams with a stylish doorstop that doubles as decor
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Forget Everything You Know About This Coastal Cliché – Shells Are This Summer's Biggest Motif, and They Are So Much Chicer in 2026This coastal cue continues to find its way into the most stylish interiors, and we're so happy it's back for summer 2026
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