Emily Moorman
Emily is Homes & Gardens' Paint & Color Editor, covering all things color across interior design and home decor. She joined the H&G team in the summer of 2023, having studied Fashion Communication at Norwich Arts University before working in various creative roles and writing for a Scandinavian lifestyle publication ahead of making the leap into the world of interior design.
Originally from Scotland, Emily lives in Glasgow where she loves admiring the city's architecture, frequenting her favorite coffee spots, and sourcing vintage furniture for her tenement apartment. Her interior style is inspired by the simplicity of midcentury design, mixed with more playful modern pieces that inject small (but bold) doses of color.
Latest articles by Emily Moorman
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These are the best paint colors to pair with wooden flooring, according to interior designers
Here's how designers choose the right paint colors when designing a scheme around wooden flooring, for a cohesive look
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These are the 3 best colors to paint your kitchen right now, according to interior designers
These shades may be trending, but they're also incredibly timeless for enduring appeal
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Best Farrow & Ball pink paints – 7 favorite shades among designers, from plaster tones to moody pinks
Farrow & Ball has a renowned range of pink paints, and designers say these are the best among them
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2025's Colors of The Year – uncover the standout paint colors revealed so far
Looking ahead to 2025? Gain insight on all the just-launched color trends from leading paint brands, from Valspar to Behr
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'Vintage with a twist' inspired the new Sherwin-Williams 2025 Color Capsule – here's how to incorporate these retro-ish shades into your home
This year, the paint brand has revealed a whole collection of color trends for 2025 rather than one singular hue
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Benjamin Moore's 2025 Color of the Year is a muted, brown-toned plum – proving 'in-between' hues are the way forward
Here's all you need to know about Cinnamon Slate, Benjamin Moore's anticipated Color of the Year for 2025
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'Neutrals will always reign supreme in kitchen design' – here's why Shea McGee is controversially championing neutrals in the heart of the home
The interior designer maestro just reminded us, despite the trend for being bolder with kitchen colors, neutral kitchens are the most timeless of all
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Sulking Room Pink is Farrow & Ball's 'moodiest' pink paint – here's how to decorate with it for a cozy and sophisticated space
Designers love this pink paint for creating cozy and moody spaces – here's how to use it
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These are the 12 most timeless neutral paints, recommended by interior designers
Looking for a neutral paint for your next decorating project? Here are designers' favorite picks from leading paint brands
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Dark green paints are the 'it' color right now – here are 4 shades from Benjamin Moore to use in small rooms
Moody, cozy, and timeless, there's much to love about trending dark green paints, and these are some of the best out there
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'Modest amounts of color can make huge statements' – Farrow & Ball's color curator shares 5 simple ways to transform the home with paint
Boost your existing color schemes with these small and unexpected ways to decorate with paint
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This Sherwin-Williams palette has been created for vintage decorating styles – 6 paint colors to add cozy charm to your space
Looking for the perfect paint colors to complement your vintage decor? Look no further than Sherwin-Williams' Eclectic Vintage palette
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5 best Benjamin Moore paint colors for creating cozy corners this fall – from rich reds to warm neutrals
Fill your home with warmth this cozy season with these expert-suggested Benjamin Moore paint colors
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Sherwin-Williams' October Color of the Month is a perfectly balanced green-toned dark blue – as a color editor tired of bland shades, here's why I love it
Neither too blue nor too green, Mount Etna is the paint color to know about for fall
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Paint ideas – 22 creative ways to decorate with paint throughout your home
Add personality to your home with these imaginative paint ideas. Covering walls, furniture, and flooring, these ideas cater to a range of design styles
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'I am not an advocate for accent walls' – here's why Shea McGee isn't a fan of this once-popular wall decor
Take inspiration from Shea and think beyond accent walls when decorating with wallpaper for a contemporary look
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Warm brown is the most stylish 'new neutral' for 2025, and Dunn-Edwards' Color of the Year is just that
This earthy and warm brown paint is the neutral to know about for the year ahead
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Designers say these 5 colors are dating your home in 2025 – and share what to use instead
From whites to cool grays, designers are replacing these colors with more contemporary alternatives for the year ahead
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Shea McGee's approach to fall decor is all about 'heavy textures and deep, warm hues' – here's how to embrace a similar look
Boost the cozy appeal of your home with Shea's sophisticated approach to fall decor
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What's replacing blush pink for 2025? Designers weigh in with stylish alternatives for this warming shade
From terracotta to plaster pink, these are the blush pink alternatives designers are channeling for 2025
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These are the best neutral paints to choose depending on your room's orientation – according to color experts
Navigating the world of neutral paints can be complex, but these expert picks work to complement a room's natural light
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'We’ve reimagined nostalgic colors for modern interiors' – Lick's 2025 color palette taps into one of our favorite trends for the year ahead
Looking for some color inspiration for next year? This palette is all about retro style with a modern twist, and the colors are endlessly cozy
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'There are a lot of things I still love that I did in the early days' – Shea McGee reflects on a decade since the launch of her design studio
Celebrating ten years of Studio McGee, we spoke with Shea to learn all about the evolution of her design style
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What are the best color combinations for fall? 7 cozy-season-ready suggestions from designers
From layered neutrals to bolder pairings, these color combinations are designers' favorites for fall
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