Zara Stacey
Zara joined Homes & Gardens in February 2022 as an Interiors Content Editor, specializing in writing content on interior color trends, decorating ideas and design inspiration. She is now the Managing Editor of Homes & Gardens and looks after all of the existing content on the website. After graduating with a BA in English Literature from the University of Sheffield in 2017, she has worked at multiple independent businesses within the luxury retail and lifestyle sectors. Her first job after university was working for Lisa Angel, initially in a customer service role and then progressing to assist in the buying department. She then moved to nest.co.uk as an Ecommerce Website Editor, progressing later into a Senior role and then as a Manager of a team of Editors responsible for creating content for the website.
In terms of her own personal style, she is a huge lover of color and pattern; she especially loves a pastel color scheme. She also enjoys nothing more than discovering new trends, brands and products, whether that be in fashion, interior design or lifestyle – her wish list of new things to buy is never-ending. She is originally from Norfolk but now lives in North London. She loves exploring London and making her way through her other never-ending list of new places to eat and drink.
Latest articles by Zara Stacey
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These are the prettiest faux pumpkins that have caught our eye this year – shop our top pumpkin picks
From cute pumpkin cushions to elegant glass decorations, we've rounded up the best faux pumpkins to buy right now – for a stylish seasonal scheme both indoors and out
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The Anthropologie Thanksgiving collection is a celebration of feel-good dopamine decor – these are our top picks
Anthropologie's Thanksgiving collection makes a break from tradition and channels a more modern, bright aesthetic rich with vibrant color, character and pattern
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5 unexpected places in the home to decorate for fall – surround yourself with that cozy fall feeling
If you want your home to feel extra special this fall season, ensure to enhance these 5 unexpected places with beautiful and thoughtful decoration
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6 modern fall decorating ideas to create a cozy, contemporary space rich with character
Our modern fall decorating ideas can help you to establish a stylish seasonal scheme that feels fresh and elegant as well as warm and cozy
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The best outdoor Halloween lights – for eye-catching illumination and inviting seasonal character
Ensure your yard has both creepy and cozy curb appeal with our selection of the very best outdoor Halloween lights to buy right now
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From scary to chic, these are the 18 best Halloween wreaths to buy this year
Whether you're looking for a spooky or simple wreath design, our selection of the very best Halloween wreaths can create a wonderful seasonal statement – both indoors and outdoors
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The CB2 Halloween collection offers a wonderfully chic take on seasonal decor – here are our top picks
For those wanting to create a more subtle and sophisticated look this Halloween, we've rounded up our favorite pieces from CB2's contemporary Halloween collection
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The 21 best Halloween door decorations to buy – for spooky and seasonal cheer
Whether you want to scare trick-or-treaters or create a more cozy welcome into the home, these Halloween door decorations will be sure to impress
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The 24 best front porch Halloween decorations – for both cozy and creepy curb appeal
From classic pumpkins to scary skeletons, our front porch Halloween decorations will transform your outside space into something frightfully spectacular
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These are the 18 best outdoor Halloween decorations we've found this year
If you're looking to create a stand-out outdoor Halloween display, then look no further for inspiration, we've rounded up the best products to decorate with
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18 fall flower and foliage decorating ideas that embrace the natural beauty of the season
From beautiful wreaths and garlands to vases of delicate dried flowers, transform your home for fall with the colors and textures of nature
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How can I make my powder room look expensive?
From statement wallpaper to a carefully considered color scheme, these are the most important design features to consider when creating a luxurious powder room
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6 coastal bathroom ideas – for a serene, clean, and calming scheme that doesn't look kitsch
Learn from the experts on how best to bring the beauty of the sea and the shore to your bathroom with an enduring coastal theme
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Zooey Deschanel’s colorful couch is the best sofa we've seen this year – here’s why
Colorful, cozy and cocooning, the actress' couch is an embodiment of some of this year's biggest interior design trends
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Should a sofa face the door? Experts reveal how you can achieve the perfect placement
Does it matter if a sofa faces the door? Designers share their advice for choosing the best spot for your sofa
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Are kitchen islands outdated? Kitchen experts reveal how these perfectly practical designs will never be passé
Are kitchen islands still one of the most desired features for a kitchen? Experts reveal their popularity remains strong – but their designs are ever-evolving
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How do I fix dead space in my house? 7 transformative tips from designers
From under-used spare rooms to empty corners and awkward alcoves, learn how to make the most out of the dead zones in your home
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Should every wall have something on it? Interior designers settle the blank vs decorated wall debate
Explore professional advice on whether every wall should be adorned – and how blank space and wall decor can both lead to decorating success
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How many pictures should you hang on a wall? 6 golden rules for finding the 'magic number'
To help you achieve the perfect picture placement for the wall decor in your home, we ask the experts for their top styling tips
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What colors go with black? 5 accent colors favored by the experts
Striking, grounding and wonderfully versatile, we ask designers for their favorite colors to pair with black, and how best to use these color combinations in the home
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What color should I paint my walls if my furniture is brown? 6 expert-approved color combinations
Learn which wall colors work best with brown furniture, so you can create an enduring design scheme that is both balanced and beautiful
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Should you paint your ceiling the same color as your walls? We ask the experts
From impactful, color-drenched designs to spaces that celebrate beautiful contrasts, we explore whether your ceilings and walls should match
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What color should I paint my walls if my furniture is gray? 5 colors favored by designers
For a harmonious design scheme, we ask the experts to share their favorite wall colors to pair with gray furniture; from classic white to warming yellow
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5 outdated lighting trends designers say to avoid – and the designs and techniques to use, instead
From color temperature to material, design experts reveal the top 5 outdated lighting trends – and how to create the perfect lighting scheme for your space
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