Emily Moorman
Emily is Homes & Gardens' Paint & Color Editor, covering all things color across interior design and home decor. She joined the H&G team in the summer of 2023, having studied Fashion Communication at Norwich Arts University before working in various creative roles and writing for a Scandinavian lifestyle publication ahead of making the leap into the world of interior design.
Originally from Scotland, Emily lives in Glasgow where she loves admiring the city's architecture, frequenting her favorite coffee spots, and sourcing vintage furniture for her tenement apartment. Her interior style is inspired by the simplicity of midcentury design, mixed with more playful modern pieces that inject small (but bold) doses of color.
Latest articles by Emily Moorman
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'It's the color that makes you happy' – here's how a color psychologist thinks you should choose the 'red thread' of your home
This clever design theory is a simple yet impactful way to make your room colors more cohesive
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Holiday hosting tips – 10 tips from interior designers for a welcoming home this festive season
Elevate your home and impress your guests with designers' holiday hosting tips
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How to embrace the trend for yellow interiors without it overwhelming your home – designer tips for an uplifting yet liveable space
The most uplifting of colors, there's much to love about yellow, but ensuring a liveable scheme is key
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Sherwin-Williams' November Color of the Month is a 'bold yet understated' take on the purple trend – here's all you need to know
This purple paint provides a liveable way to introduce this daring color
By Emily Moorman Published
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15 of the best places to shop for Christmas decor, as suggested by interior designers
On the hunt for Christmas decor? These are designers' go-to shopping destinations
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5 of our favorite rooms that prove blue can be used as a neutral color – from calming kitchens to cozy living rooms
These stylish spaces make the case for swapping out typical neutrals for blue
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The right colors to decorate with depending on the mood you want to create – as explained by paint experts and a color psychologist
Color plays an important role in shaping how a room feels, from relaxed to lively
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Is purple making a comeback for 2025? Designers and color experts weigh in on this divisive and nostalgic shade
It may be time to rethink this once-dated color that ranges from dark and moody violet to delicate lilac
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This unassuming white paint is always trending – here's why designers love the timeless appeal of Sherwin-Williams' Shoji White
If you're looking for a white paint that's both bright and cozy, Shoji White has you covered
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Farrow & Ball kitchen color schemes – 3 expert paint palettes for a stylish heart of the home, from neutrals to brighter shades
Gain some fresh kitchen paint color inspiration with these whole-room palettes
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This is the best color to paint your bathroom right now – designers love it as a cozy alternative to classic neutrals
Say goodbye to plain white bathrooms with this stylish color alternative that designers can't get enough of
By Emily Moorman Published
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'It just sets the tone as soon as you walk into the space' – elevate your holiday hosting game with Shea McGee's easy but effective candle decor tips
Shea's candle decor ideas are as stylish as you'd expect – guaranteed to impress guests
By Emily Moorman Published
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Sherwin-Williams' latest color palette is the dream combination of dark and moody shades – it's giving a chic blend of gothic yet cozy
From deep blue-black to dark red, this palette has your winter paints covered
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7 designer-approved ways to make your Christmas decor look more expensive
These designer tips will elevate your holiday decor, ensuring it looks at its most luxurious
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Are all these trending dark colors just for cozy season? Or is there longevity to these moody hues? We asked designers for their take
Dark and moody colors are everywhere right now, but do these statement hues hold their own year-long?
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We're calling it – cherry red is the chicest way to decorate with red right now (and designers agree)
Vibrant and alluring, there's a lot to love about this trending shade of red
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'I think it's the best surprise' – here's why color drenching with brave hues works so well in small rooms, according to Shea McGee
Color drenching is one of the best ways to elevate small rooms, and it's here to stay for 2025
By Emily Moorman Published
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Cool colors are making an unexpected comeback – these are the rules designers use to ensure they're perfectly balanced
It's all about balance when decorating with cool hues
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Blue and red is the unexpected color combination for fall 2024 – here's how designers are embracing this nostalgic pairing
Reinvent this bold color combination with these styling ideas, as suggested by designers
By Emily Moorman Published
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Farrow & Ball's 60-second kitchen color scheme proves 'unexpected red' is here to stay for 2025 – 3 paint colors to recreate the look
Introduce rich and warming red into the heart of the home with this complete kitchen color scheme
By Emily Moorman Published
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These are the best paint colors to pair with wooden flooring, according to interior designers
Here's how designers choose the right paint colors when designing a scheme around wooden flooring, for a cohesive look
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These are the 3 best colors to paint your kitchen right now, according to interior designers
These shades may be trending, but they're also incredibly timeless for enduring appeal
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Best Farrow & Ball pink paints – 7 favorite shades among designers, from plaster tones to moody pinks
Farrow & Ball has a renowned range of pink paints, and designers say these are the best among them
By Emily Moorman Published
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2025's Colors of The Year – uncover the standout paint colors revealed so far
Looking ahead to 2025? Gain insight on all the just-launched color trends from leading paint brands, from Valspar to Behr
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