
Devin Toolen
Devin is a New York-based Style Editor for Homes & Gardens who is keen on all aspects of personal style. From a young age, she was drawn to the design world; from taking sewing classes in her hometown to flipping through the pages of her mother’s interior design magazines. Devin would spend hours on end watching HGTV home improvement and design programs and made sure to vocalize her opinions, as if the television could hear her. She has her parents to thank for her highly particular taste, as they ingrained in her the importance of both style and quality in everything.
After graduating from Villanova University with a BA in Communication and Spanish Language Studies, Devin moved to Paris, France, to pursue her Master’s Degree in Fashion Studies at Parsons. It was in Paris where Devin refined her love for style in every sense of the word. While she was there to research topics in fashion, living in Paris allowed Devin to fall in love with interior style. She grew fond of the city’s mix of both classic and contemporary designs that always felt intentional and personal. She considers herself lucky to have lived in such a beautiful city with sources of inspiration around every corner.
After moving back to the United States, Devin worked at titles including Cosmopolitan Magazine and Livingetc, which led her to her position at Homes & Gardens. She loves sharing design choices with her readers, from explaining how to incorporate trends into interior spaces to sourcing the best products for your home. Devin believes style should be inclusive, exciting, and at its core, fun.
Latest articles by Devin Toolen
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IKEA's New KOMPISHÄNG Collection Brings Flexible Living to Frequent Movers and Small HomesFor college students, renters, or those living transient lifestyles, KOMPISHÄNG makes moving easy, and will have your new place feeling like home in an instant
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This Cordless Outdoor Floor Lamp from Amazon Makes Any Patio Feel like a Second Living Room – And It’s Under $150With a detachable table, generous height, and a warm ambient glow, this outdoor floor lamp is giving traditional outdoor lighting some serious competition
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Anthropologie’s Suite Dreams Collection Will Make Your Spare Room Feel Like a 5-Star Guest Retreat – Complete With Whimsical, French-Inspired FlairPlayful, pattern-rich, and finished with just the right amount of sophistication, Anthropologie's guest decor range is what the French would call 'très chic'
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This Shape-Shifting Chair Bed from IKEA Puts Single-Function Furniture to Shame – I’m Convinced That Every Small Space Needs OneFold it up, and it's a plush accent chair. Stretch it out, and it's a cozy bed. This chair-bed duo from IKEA is a multi-purpose must-have
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24 Smart Dorm Storage Essentials Every College Parent Should Buy Before Move-In DayFrom storage ottomans to underbed baskets and rolling carts, these dorm storage picks bring thoughtful design and organization to your tiny space, with ease
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This Top-Rated Swivel Chair From Drew Barrymore’s New Walmart Line Nails the Coastal Grandmother Aesthetic – and It’s Less Than $300Bring charming coastal style and next-level comfort to your home with this swivel chair – a seat you'll never want to leave this summer
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No Outdoor Furniture Feels More Nostalgic Than a Swing – Shop 16 Timeless Designs That Will Turn Your Porch Into Your Favorite Place to UnwindThere's a reason why your grandmother always sat on her outdoor swing. These furnishings are endlessly cozy, peaceful, and perfect for summer relaxation
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I’m a Style Editor With an Opinion On Everything, Including Pool Towels – These Are 24 That I’d Happily Include in My Backyard Scheme This SummerDon't let a tattered old bath towel ruin your outdoor aesthetic. This summer, opt for a chic pool towel to make your backyard look like a 5-star resort
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This IKEA Portable Lantern Brings Modern Elegance and an Enchanting Glow to Outdoor Patios – All for Less Than $20Light your patio in style this summer with this lantern, and watch as it effortlessly sets the mood for evenings spent outdoors
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These Mid-Summer Furniture Deals Are Too Good To Pass Up – Shop the Best Discounts on Accent Chairs, Couches, and Storage EssentialsGive your interiors a mid-summer refresh for less with the best furniture deals on the market
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I'm Skipping Vintage Shopping for Joanna Gaines' Magnolia Finds – Especially During the Massive Fourth of July SaleWith up to 60% off select merchandise, Magnolia's July 4th sale is the key to giving your home an affordable, vintage-inspired makeover
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I Just Found the Most Unique Solar Lamp to Elevate Your Outdoor Lighting Scheme This Summer – and It's on Sale at AnthropologieThis $43 pebble-shaped solar lamp is the missing component of your outdoor lighting scheme – it'll bring a warm, low-level glow to your garden
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32 Home Decor Deals Knowing About This Fourth Of July – Handpicked by Our Style Editor From Anthropologie, Magnolia, Pottery Barn and MoreWhether you need a new rug, a whole new set of table linens, or soft light bedding to see you through summer, we'll help you cut through the noise to find the deals worthy of your attention
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Forget Paper Napkins – These 24 Chic Linen Styles Make Every Summer Table Look DesignerWith flowers, fruits, embroidered details, and fringe borders, these cloth napkins go above and beyond to make summer tablescapes look as stylish as can be
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IKEA Is Having a Rare Summer Sale That's Perfectly Timed for a Mid-Season Refresh – These Are the 24 Best Deals, According to Our Style EditorWith up to 50% off select indoor furniture, decor, and outdoor picks, this sale is your chance to affordably upgrade your home between your busy summer schedule
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Designers Say a Rug Is the Secret to a More Polished Patio – These 9 Chic Amazon Finds Make It EasyFrom whimsical florals to subtle stripes, these outdoor rugs from Amazon can make your patio look as stylish as your living room this summer
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Our Ultimate Fourth of July Hosting Checklist: Everything You Need to Host a Stylish Birthday Party for AmericaBefore the festivities begin, here’s what you need to stylishly prep and decorate your house for The Fourth
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This Narrow Shed Is the Tiny Yard Game-Changer That Turns Wasted Outdoor Space Into Smart, Hidden Storage in MinutesBe gone, plastic outdoor eyesores. I'm officially convinced that outdoor storage can be chic, all thanks to this solid wood, A-frame storage shed from Wayfair
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28 Chic but Celebratory Table Decorations To Set the Scene for Your Fourth of July FeastIt's America's 250th birthday, so we're celebrating the occasion with elevated table decor that taps into the theme and looks chic at the same time
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I Used to Think Melamine Dinnerware Was Basic – But Drew Barrymore's New Playfully Chic Walmart Collection Is Perfect for Summer HostingSardine motifs, vibrant colors, and melamine transform this dinnerware set into something stylish, outdoor-safe, and worthy of a spot on your summer tablescape
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These Stylish Outdoor Privacy Screens Can Turn Your Backyard Into a Secluded OasisFor privacy, zoning, and increased stylistic appeal, your backyard needs a privacy screen. And these 16 are the best out there
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These 20 Chic World Cup Hosting Essentials Are the Real MVPs of the Tournament – and They’ll Make Your Watch Party a WinSoccer, but make it chic. If you're planning a World Cup watch party at home, here's exactly how to score style points while staying on theme
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Shea McGee's Fall Collection Just Quietly Dropped at Target – And It's Giving Us the First Look at Autumn's Biggest TrendsAccording to Shea McGee, moody jewel tones, heritage florals, and tasteful tassels will define the fall season, and we couldn't be more excited
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Joanna Gaines Wants Your Summer Picnic To Feel Like a Nostalgic Affair – and Her Vintage-Inspired Picnic Collection Makes It HappenLeave it to Joanna Gaines to design timeless, heirloom-quality picnic pieces for Magnolia that can help you set the scene for an idyllic outdoor outing
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