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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Yellow bedroom ideas – 10 ways to use this cheerful color in your sleep space
Yellow bedroom ideas create the warmest and most inviting of spaces – and they're perfect for every home
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Grey and white bedroom ideas – 10 neutral color schemes to inspire
These grey and white bedroom ideas will inspire you to decorate with this most elegant of neutral color combinations
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Blue and white bedroom ideas – 10 fresh updates on this cool, contemporary color combination
This classic color pairing has enduring appeal – and is a sure-fire way to create a fresh and elegant scheme
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Red bedroom ideas – 11 ways to use this bold color in your sleep sanctuary
Make a rich, sophisticated and bold statement with red bedroom ideas. These spaces are perfect for relaxing and cocooning, too
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Shower floor ideas – 10 looks, layouts and colors for a shower room
Our curated selection of the best shower floor ideas explores texture, design and color palettes
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Closet lighting ideas – 10 smart ways to illuminate a dressing area
If you are keen to get ready for the day (or night) in style, consider these smart closet lighting ideas
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Shower floor tile ideas – 10 looks, layouts and colors for an inspiring space
Explore texture, design and color palettes courtesy of our shower floor tile ideas
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Shower wall ideas – 11 striking finishes for the walls in your bathroom
Step up the style stakes with these shower wall ideas, all artfully applied for a dynamic effect
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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How to style a bookcase – the 10 rules our decorating editors never break
Learn how to style a bookcase to display your tomes like a professional interior decorator
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published