
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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I went to the Amalfi Coast in Italy and came back with a whole new bold yet classic approach to decorating – these are the 3 ideas I'm stealing
From painted ceilings to bold color pairings, these are the design takeaways I'm bringing home from the Amalfi Coast
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My secret to giving my bathroom an instant refresh couldn’t be simpler – why everyone (including me) is obsessed with Anthropologie hand towels right now
Forget a full reno, this easy upgrade gave my bathroom a fresh new feel
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Forget traditional wall decor, the chicest people I know are framing these 6 unexpected and budget-friendly items to create art that tells a story
You don’t need expensive art to create wall decor that you love, just a little imagination
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Ugly wires ruining your room's style? I've just discovered the chicest budget-friendly cord cover that turns my wires into a decorative feature
I've finally found a solution for hiding cords in my home – this whimsical buy is every perfectionist's dream
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I asked interior designers to share the biggest outdoor furniture trends to help me create the chicest patio this summer – here’s what they said
Elevate your garden with 2025's must-know outdoor furniture trends that balance trendiness and timeless design
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I couldn't stop thinking about these shell wall sconces from my vacation in Italy, and I've just found the perfect dupe on Amazon for $25
From Capri to my Amazon cart: these shell wall sconces are the perfect coastal dupe
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The best furniture sales happening right now – a shopping editor's streamlined pick of the July deals not to be missed
There are so many sales going on this July, but these are the ones our shopping editor thinks are worth paying attention to
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I used to shudder at the thought of Amazon furniture shopping – until I discovered these undeniably chic pieces that proved me totally wrong
Forget what you thought you knew about Amazon furniture – these pieces are genuinely stylish and worth adding to your home
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My neighbors keep asking me where my outdoor solar lights are from – here are the under $30 Amazon lights that have been the talk of my town
Looking to impress your neighbors? These surprisingly stylish solar lights are on sale in the Amazon Prime Day sales this week
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This unexpectedly affordable designer-approved buy has saved me from reupholstering my sofa – and it's my favorite hack for busy households
Add comfort, color, and style to your old sofa with this simple layering trick
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I've just put together the best basket of summer-ready buys that are too good to gatekeep – and they're all up to 60% off at Macy's this weekend
From beach to backyard, these summer buys will get you a designer look for less
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These 16 curtain ideas take the guesswork out of this tricky window treatment to help you totally transform your space
Our collection of curtain ideas are just what you need to dress your windows and enhance your space with style
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My backyard now looks like it was styled by a designer, thanks to these chic and unexpected best outdoor furniture finds at Amazon
These are the best Amazon outdoor furniture deals that look so much more expensive than they actually are
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Got Euro summer FOMO? The designer-approved wrought iron furniture trend will help you bring a vintage Italian vibe to your patio this summer
From delicate bistro sets to ornate benches, these are the wrought iron garden furniture pieces worth shopping now
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'This is the only dog I'll have in my home' – Shea McGee just set the unexpected trend for vintage-style dog artwork, and now I am seeing it everywhere
As a proud dog mom, this might just be my favorite trend yet, and Shea's buy is just $15
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I never thought I could achieve the Nancy Meyers aesthetic in my small backyard – until I found this chic patio set from Amazon
Turns out, you don’t need a sprawling Hamptons estate to create a backyard that feels straight out of a Nancy Meyers movie
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I asked interior designers how they refresh their homes for summer – these are the 9 summer decor ideas they use to instantly brighten up a room
Bring life to your interiors with these joyful summer decor ideas
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Joanna Gaines shares my biggest design pet peeve – here's why your seemingly unimportant grout choices could be ruining your interiors
In her latest Mini Reni, the designer shares how the right grout can make or break your tile design
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18 stylish wallpaper ideas that will help you fall back in love with every room of your home
Be inspired by these wallpaper ideas and create color, pattern and texture in every room
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This unexpected Little Greene paint is surprisingly one of the most versatile colors I've used in my remodel – here's why I think chocolate brown can work in every room
How this rich, chocolatey brown has become the hero of my home’s new look
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I made a big mistake with the bathroom storage in my remodel – here’s the simple yet stylish no-demo fix that saved the day
Looking to add more storage to your bathroom? I found this easy and on-trend hack
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Your backyard but better – impress your guests all summer long with these outdoor dining ideas
These divine outdoor dining ideas and our expert advice will help you make the most of your yard – it’s so inviting to be able to enjoy a meal outside with friends and family
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My shopping habits have finally caught up with me – I've just spent hours researching the very best places to buy dressers to get organized in style
From affordable finds to investment pieces, here’s where to shop for a dresser that fits your style and space
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I was tired of having to constantly style my glass-fronted kitchen cabinets – this $7.99 Amazon hack has chicly disguised my kitchenware in an instant
It's designer-approved, renter-friendly, and can be used all over your home
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