
Charlotte Olby
Charlotte is style and trends editor at Homes and Gardens and has been with the team since Christmas 2023. Following a 5 year career in Fashion, she found herself working at many women's glossy magazines including Grazia, Stylist, and Hello! as well as freelance styling for one very busy stint. Charlotte was the Interiors Editor at British heritage department store Liberty prior to her role at Homes & Gardens, where she worked behind the scenes on the magic-making at Liberty.
On the weekends, you'll find her working through the never-ending list of DIY jobs at home - from kitchen fitting to tiling and endless painting. Her personal interior style is ever-evolving, but she mostly admires designers with an eclectic, lived-in feeling that sparks joy like Beata Heuman and Studio Ashby.
Latest articles by Charlotte Olby
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Forget the TV – This Living Room Layout Was Designed Entirely for Conversation with a Floating Couch Idea You'll Want to Copy
Oho Interiors layers texture, pattern, and warmth to create a space designed for connection
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8 Essential Facebook Marketplace Tips for Sourcing Vintage Gems – From a Style Editor Who Can Count on One Hand How Many Items in Her Home Are New
Trust me, once you know these tricks, you’ll never want to pay full price again
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The Library: How to Get Your Living Room Layout Right – Interior Designers' Golden Rules for Planning the Perfect Space
Before choosing fabrics or finishes, master the fundamentals of your living room layout with our ultimate guide
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Now is the Time to Score Stellar Deals on Outdoor Furniture – and Wayfair’s Outdoor Sale Has the Best Finds for the Lowest Prices
With loads of outdoor sofas, chairs, and holiday decor, Wayfair's outdoor sale is stocked with great outdoor finds for unbeatable prices
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The Wayfair Sale Is Brimming With Deals and Discounts on the Best Home Decor − Here’s What Our Editors Are Loving
From large furnishings to small accent decor, here are the best pieces on sale at Wayfair right now, hand-picked by our Style Editors
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The Christmas Tree, Styled: 9 Festive Trees Dressed by Designers to Help You Reimagine a Holiday Classic for Christmas 2025
Nine designers share how they're styling their Christmas trees this holiday season
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Amazon’s Secretly Stylish Furniture Is Better Than You Think – These Are The Bargains, Brands, And Best Picks To Bookmark Ahead of Black Friday
With Black Friday just around the corner, it's worth knowing about all the best Amazon furniture finds, plus some early deals to shop right now
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I'm Not Waiting for 2026 – 'Warm Minimalism' is the Single Biggest Trend Designers Say They're All Adopting Next Year
Minimalist decor just got a makeover – and this time, it’s all about warmth and feeling
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Craving a Nostalgic Christmas? The Six Bells’ Holiday Collection Has All the Ingredients for a 90s Crafty Christmas
From patchwork stockings to felt garlands, this collection captures the homemade spirit of holidays past
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Inside Designer Marie Flanigan’s Warm Thanksgiving Style – And the 12 Thoughtful Pieces That Bring Her Signature Aesthetic Home
From sculptural ceramics to soft accents, shop the 12 pieces that define Marie Flanigan’s Thanksgiving aesthetic
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I Asked Interior Designers What They Think is the Most Underrated Room to Decorate – Here's Why They All Said the Powder Room
Turns out, the tiniest room in the house is actually where great design happens
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I’m Calling It: Tartan Has Had the Chicest Makeover of the Season – Shop This Season's Fun, Fresh, and Festive Take on Plaid
Tartan’s having a modern moment – here’s how to weave it into your home
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As the Days Get Darker, These Are the 2 Lighting Shifts Designers Make in Every Home They Design
The designer-approved ways to rethink your lighting as we head into fall and winter
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A Small but Mighty Switch – The Lampshade Swap Every Designer I'm Speaking to is Making this Fall
This small lighting update is the easiest way to add personality and warmth for cozy season
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These are the 3 Biggest Lighting Mistakes You Can Make in the Fall that Create a Cold Atmosphere Rather Than the Cozy One You Crave
After years of getting it wrong, I finally learned the three lighting tricks for a warm and inviting home
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The Library: All the Basics You Need to Know About Lighting Before Starting Your Next Project, According to the Experts
Lighting 101: How to plan, layer, and create a lighting scheme like an interior designer
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I Wasn't Convinced I Could Pull Off Pattern Drenching in My Home Until I Spotted Heidi Caillier's Outrageously Cozy Scheme – and It's Surprisingly Easy to Copy
Pattern drenching might sound bold, but this designer bedroom proves how soft and welcoming it can be
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Sourced by Homes & Gardens: 20 Best Places to Buy Rugs for Every Room, Aesthetic, and Budget
These are the best places to buy rugs online, from small and sweet finds to large and luxurious area rugs
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You've Heard of Color Combinations – But These Are the New Pattern Pairings Designers Are Loving for Fall and Beyond
From subtle pairings to bold contrasts, here’s how to pair patterns with confidence and flair
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This Charming Rug Style Has Me in a Chokehold – Here's Why Editors and Designers Alike Can't Stop Shopping (and Thrifting) Folk Flatweave Rugs
Rooted in folklore and revived for today, folk flatweave rugs celebrate craft and comfort
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How to Wrap Your Home in Warmth – Designers Reveal the Layering Secrets That Will Make Your Space Feel Instantly Cozier For Fall
Fall’s coziest interiors start with thoughtful layering
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The Cozy Layering Trick Designers Swear By for Fall – It Starts with Just 3 Things
Forget a full makeover. These three items are all you need to usher in the cozy season like a designer
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I Asked Designers For Their Best Tips to Make a Kitchen Feel More Welcoming and Magical for Thanksgiving – Here's What They Said
Small touches, big impact – discover the simple ways to make your kitchen feel extra inviting this Thanksgiving
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This Shell Styling Trick Has Made My Small Bathroom Feel Designer – It's Chic, Coastal-Inspired and Holds All My Toilet Paper
Inspired by Lucy Williams’ effortlessly chic bathroom, this simple hack makes even the most mundane bathroom essentials part of the decor
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