Sophie has been an interior stylist and journalist for over 20 years and has worked for many of the main interior magazines during that time, both in-house and as a freelancer. She graduated from Chelsea School of Art where she studied surface pattern and print, and after a tutor there suggested she considered styling as a career Sophie, after assisting several interior stylists, applied for a job covering a maternity leave at Woman & Home magazine and became their Acting Lifestyle Assistant which she loved. A couple of years later, she was back covering for the Home Stylist’s maternity leave and from there went on to work both freelance and in-house at BBC Good Homes as Features Writer and styling and writing interior pages for Sunday Express’s She magazine, Ikea, Period Living, House Beautiful, Real Homes and Ideal Home. Three years ago Sophie trained to be a florist and The Prettiest Posy was launched where she curates beautiful flowers for modern weddings and events. In the last two years, Sophie has become a regular contributing editor at H&G writing features that include color, pattern and texture and how to make them work in your home effortlessly.
After 10 years in London, Sophie now lives in West Yorkshire with her husband, son and beagle, Pip.
Latest articles by Sophie Warren-Smith
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Bedside table ideas – 12 looks for rooms of all shapes and sizes
We've rounded up bedside table ideas for all sorts of spaces, guaranteed to add both style and function to your bedroom
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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How to clean a mattress – for a hygienic and healthy bedroom
Find out how to clean a mattress so it’s free of dust, allergens and stains, and smells fresh, too
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Sectional living room ideas – 10 stylish ways with seating
Be inspired by sectional living room ideas that spell comfort and good looks
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Accent wall ideas – 20 of the latest ways to create a statement feature
Be inspired by these accent wall ideas and introduce a striking focal point to a room
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Blue couch living room ideas – 10 ways to complement this standout color
Invest in hardworking blue couch living room ideas that is sumptuous enough to sink into – but still looks smart
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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10 accent colors for beige – design experts' favorite color pairings
Find out how to navigate all the accent colors for beige to find one that’s right for your home
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Accent colors for gray – design experts' 10 favorite color pairings
Find out how to navigate all the accent colors for gray to find one that’s right for your home
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Brown couch living room ideas – 10 ways to style this popular color scheme
These brown couch living room ideas will create warm and cozy look in your family space
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Green couch living room ideas – 11 ways to complement gorgeous seating
Celebrate a fabulous centerpiece with these green couch living room ideas
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published