Sophie Edwards
Sophie is a London-based News Editor at Homes & Gardens, where she works on the Celebrity Style team. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly excited when researching trends or interior history. Sophie is an avid pop culture fan. As an H&G editor, she has interviewed the likes of Martha Stewart, Hilary Duff, and the casts of Queer Eye and Selling Sunset. Her dual expertise in American and British design contexts is invaluable for analyzing interior design trends and providing insight into diverse styles.
Before joining Future Publishing, Sophie worked as the Head of Content and Communications at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens and furniture brand that carries the top names in high-end linens including Matouk, Sferra, and Frette. While at Fig, she honed her interest in luxury design and developed her writing, editing, and SEO skills.
As a freelancer, she has written interiors features for Moffly Media's Westport Magazine. Topics she has covered range from summer tablescaping to interviews with the owners of Ayr Barns and Lars Bolander.
Sophie has an MSc from the Oxford University Department of Anthropology, where her research focused on gender and migration, and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College. Her academic background informs her interest in design as a reflection of cultural trends.
Latest articles by Sophie Edwards
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Anne Hathaway's kitchen island is original yet practical – experts predict its innovative 'conversation seating' shape will be huge in 2025
The actress's kitchen island shape is completely unique but highly functional, here's how to recreate its subtle, effective allure in your own home
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Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas' living room combines bold wallpaper, gold accents, and period details for a modern twist on classic style
Traditional and cozy styles come together in the couple's warming living room – here's how to get the look
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Zooey Deschanel is uncertain about her living room wall sconces – I'm a celebrity style editor, and I've found 6 inspired by her modern-meets-vintage style
The actress can't stop joking that she's going to 'change all the wall sconces' again – we've found some that would perfectly match her existing decor
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Kristen Bell's gray exterior paint looks 'industrial yet natural' breathing new life into the tried and true shade – experts say it will never go out of style
Gray paint has never looked as stylish as on the actress's house - the matte shade is the perfect complement to her classic, rustic home
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Hilary Swank's wooden cabinets and stone backsplash ground her kitchen – I feel relaxed just looking at the calming yet chic space
Natural materials are one of my favorite interior features, but I've never seen them look as good as in Hilary Swank's kitchen – it's a calming oasis
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Chef David Chang reveals his 'secret weapon' kitchen essentials – starting at $25, they're perfect for every home cook
The Michelin-awarded Momofuku founder partnered with Meyer to design innovative cookware that's both highly functional and beautiful
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Prabal Gurung embraces modern luxury with his 'East Meets West' collection at Rugs USA – get the look for under $75
Nepal and New York come together in the designer's latest collaboration – the elevated designs revel in rich patterns and color, and they're 15% off now
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Ashley Tisdale brings a 'cozy, welcoming vibe' to her home with rug colors that 'work well in any space' – shop the look for under $120
The actress's new collection with Rugs USA is a gorgeous celebration of warming neutrals – and they're an additional 15% off with the code Fall 15
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Prince's 'Purple Rain' house evokes chic '80s rocker glamor – and it's only $7 to stay with Airbnb
The Minneapolis home featured in the 1984 film is decorated based on the musician's inimitable style offering guests a unique experience
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Zach Braff and the Property Brothers use engineered wood, arched doorways, and metallic finishes to infuse personality into a Spanish-style home
Zach Braff worked with Drew and Johnathan Scott to makeover his friend's Spanish home on HGTV's Celebrity IOU, adding warmth and character
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Naomi Watts' vertical planting trick transforms her doorway into a 'living wall' – the vibrant look has expert-approved benefits
A doorway becomes more than just a doorway at the actress's house thanks to innovative planting – here's exactly how to recreate the look
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Christina Hall's favorite hosting pieces are so stylish and functional long after the end of summer – beautify your table for under $3
In a recent Walmart Live at Home video, the HGTV host shared her favorite picks for entertaining year-round – they're both affordable and stylish
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Janet Jackson's unorthodox living room shelving creates a minimalist, streamlined aesthetic – experts say it's an emerging 2025 trend
Vertical shelving has been all the rage in 2024, and the singer's bespoke solution gives it a striking makeover that works with any design style
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Hilary Swank's wood, stone, and glass home is a masterclass in the rustic modern trend – here's how to replicate her 'grounded and sophisticated' look
Mark Zeff designed the actress's gorgeous Colorado home and it's the perfect blend of contemporary and natural design styles beloved by interior designers
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Ina Garten's simple 'axis' technique creates a stunning focal point in her garden – landscapers explain how to recreate it
Symmetrical planting and clean hardscaping draw the eye back across the Barefoot Contessa's yard – the straight lines and mirroring create a striking impact
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Jane Fonda’s blue walls, wooden coffee table, and patterned rug bring new life to her dated sofa material – I thought I was over the trend until I saw her living room
The actress's boucle sofa is a fresh take on the look that's been trending since 2018 – interior designers explain how to recreate the look in your own home
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Martyn Lawrence Bullard says a well-chosen rug can transform a neutral space from 'plain to polished in an instant' – shop his new collection
The celebrity interior designer's Ruggable collection features travel-inspired rugs with a modern luxury feel – he explains how to use them to elevate any space
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Reese Witherspoon's climbing ivy is the perfect pairing with her home's cream and turquoise exterior – a master gardener explains how to recreate the English countryside look
The actress's home exterior has a romantic, enchanting feel because of this tricky plant – here's exactly how to grow it, care for it, and maintain it
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Kelly Clarkson’s living room features elegant 'conversational seating' – recreate the brilliant layout with her Wayfair NYC collection
The singer's move to New York City has inspired a collection perfect for elevating a cityside home – clean silhouettes and earth tones exude sophistication
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Brie Larson transforms her patio with the most innovative grill we've ever seen – it's perfect for entertaining
The actress takes year-round hosting to the next level with her gorgeous 3-in-1 charcoal and gas grill and smoker – we found the exact style at Home Depot
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Jennifer Garner's extractor hood is a 'true statement piece' in her natural wood kitchen – designers adore the eye-catching contrast
The pearly, metallic extractor hood in Jennifer Garner's kitchen is a bold accent against the rustic modern space, here's how to recreate the iconic look
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Hilary Swank's rustic modern living room elevates the 'bare window' trend - experts love her subtly luxurious look
The actress's bold windows offer one of the most striking views we've ever seen, the design is a gorgeous way to add understated opulence to any home
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Yolanda Hadid's vertical living room shelving transforms a functional element into a striking focal point – experts say it's easy to recreate
The stunning storage in the former model's living room works as a stylish personal museum, and replicating it is simpler than you'd think
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Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne's cozy living room transforms dark wood – the built-in bookshelves, velvet sofa, and striped coffee table provide ambiance
Mahogany has never looked as good as in the Osbournes' richly textured living room, it creates the perfect inviting and familial space
By Sophie Edwards Published