Sophie Warren-Smith
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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5 nightstand design mistakes to avoid – and how to put them right
Follow our ‘what not do to’ guide on how to avoid the most common nightstand mistakes
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Rattan decor is making a stylish comeback – here are 10 ways to use it in your home
Rattan, wicker and woven materials are no longer considered dull, dated or dreary, and we very much welcome its highly-anticipated revival
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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10 decking design mistakes – the common errors to avoid
These decking design mistakes can be hugely costly – but they are easy to swerve with our expert advice
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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10 worst living room design mistakes to avoid – interiors experts reveal all
These living room design mistakes can be easily avoided in our ‘what not to do’ guide
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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5 reasons why Japandi is the trend every home needs in 2022
Be inspired by this minimalist trend that’s all about clean lines and no clutter
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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How to create symmetry in interior design – and how to harness it for small spaces
Symmetry is an interior design trick used to create smart-looking rooms – and it's perfect for small spaces
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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5 style tips we’re stealing from Gwyneth Paltrow’s kitchen
Gwyneth Paltrow has been giving us some fabulous peeks into her elegant black and white kitchen as she works from home. Here's how to copy the look
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Frills and ruffles are the latest interiors trend for 2021 – and we're on board
Frills and ruffles have been making a comeback in 2021. A throwback to the 1980s, they add country charm and character
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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'The one thing I would buy for spring is...' – 5 interior design gurus tell all
With so many fabulous spring buys to choose from, could you narrow it down to one? We’ve challenged five experts to do just this
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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5 tips for displaying china you didn't know you didn't know
How to display china to best effect using these expert display tips
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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‘I’m covering everything – sofas, chairs, my husband, my dog – in an ivory bouclé,’ says designer Jonathan Alder
Bouclé trend: Jonathan Adler says he's smitten with this touchable trend
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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6 color scheming mistakes – and how to avoid them, according to design experts
Top interior designers advise on what to avoid when color scheming – and how to get it right first time
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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5 key textile trends for Spring/Summer 2021 – from world-class textile designers
Which hot-off-the-press textile trend will suit your home best?
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published