Sophie Edwards
Sophie is a London-based News Editor at Homes & Gardens, where she works on the Celebrity Style team. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly excited when researching trends or interior history. Sophie is an avid pop culture fan. As an H&G editor, she has interviewed the likes of Martha Stewart, Hilary Duff, and the casts of Queer Eye and Selling Sunset. Her dual expertise in American and British design contexts is invaluable for analyzing interior design trends and providing insight into diverse styles.
Before joining Future Publishing, Sophie worked as the Head of Content and Communications at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens and furniture brand that carries the top names in high-end linens including Matouk, Sferra, and Frette. While at Fig, she honed her interest in luxury design and developed her writing, editing, and SEO skills.
As a freelancer, she has written interiors features for Moffly Media's Westport Magazine. Topics she has covered range from summer tablescaping to interviews with the owners of Ayr Barns and Lars Bolander.
Sophie has an MSc from the Oxford University Department of Anthropology, where her research focused on gender and migration, and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College. Her academic background informs her interest in design as a reflection of cultural trends.
Latest articles by Sophie Edwards
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King Henry VIII and Elizabeth I once inhabited this off-the-beaten-path royal residence – its interiors balance Tudor history with modern approachability
The resident historian at Ashridge House explains how the design of the home is influenced by its royal past and its current status as a wedding venue
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Mariah Carey has launched a surprisingly chic, affordable holiday collection with Amazon – 6 pieces we recommend buying before they sell out this month
Carey's Amazon collaboration is the red-and-white seasonal edit we've all been waiting for – pieces are going fast, but these are the ones we're using in our homes
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Frozen star Idina Menzel's patio taps into a luxe 2024 trend with one unexpected furnishing – it's cozy enough for every season
The singer's patio evokes the outdoor living room style with a gorgeous, heavily patterned accessory – experts explain why the look is so popular
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Olivia Culpo's vertical living room storage is a minimalist, modern twist on classic bookshelves – cream has never looked so interesting
The model makes the most of built-in shelves in her cozy, ochre living room - the sparse, stylized take is a contemporary decorator's dream
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Christian McCaffery swears by these 3 home buys that 'truly enhance everyday life' – his favorite wellness-focused items start at just $30
NFL superstar Christian McCaffery uses these pillows and blankets to improve his experience of home, they are affordable and highly effective
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I visited Paddington Bear's London home – here are 5 quintessentially British design lessons I learned to create a cozy and historical feel in any space
Where better to learn about British design than from a beloved icon? Airbnb has opened the famed bear's home, and it's a masterclass in English style
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Kristin Chenoweth creates a layered holiday display on this often overlooked part of her living room – her technique is easy and affordable to recreate
The Wicked star decorated her living room with HomeGoods for stunning results - the design makes surprising use of surfaces for a strong impact
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Diane Keaton's Spanish-style courtyard has made me rethink outdoor space – her tiled solution is stunning and surprisingly easy to maintain
I've always pictured gardens as the height of outdoor experience, but the actress's courtyard caused me to question that – it's perfect for entertaining
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Gisele Bündchen's meditative backyard oasis is the ultimate calming space – a master gardener explains how to replicate her tranquil planting
The model cares for her well-being by using a curated, tropical climbing garden in her backyard – its calming effects go far beyond beauty (and it works in any outdoor environment)
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Ina Garten's multifunctional kitchen island taps into the popular 'conversational seating' trend that will dominate in 2025
The Barefoot Contessa uses an extra-long kitchen island in her East Hampton home to maximize storage and socialization potential
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Anne Hathaway's open kitchen shelving is decorative and functional – I thought the look was falling out of fashion, but her arrangement has changed my mind
The actress's layered floating shelving completely transforms her kitchen styling – it's one of the best arrangements I've ever seen
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John Legend and Chrissy Teigen use an iconic piece of art to transform a dead space in their home – the artist, Nacho Carbonell, says it's the 'perfect marriage'
Art and design collide under the couple's stairs – in an exclusive interview with H&G, the artist discusses why the look works
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Ottolenghi swears by these surprisingly simple 3 kitchen tools every home chef needs – elevate your cooking from only $11
Acclaimed chef Yotam Ottolenghi reveals the cooking equipment he couldn't live without in an exclusive interview – here are the best ones
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus's rich, earthy sofa color grounds her living room – experts say it's the perfect complement to a neutral space
Julia Louis-Dreyfus uses a trending sofa shade to bring welcoming energy into her beige living room - the space is a masterclass in texture and cozyness
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Martyn Lawrence Bullard tablescapes with a timeless pattern that 'transcends fleeting trends' – the dramatic look is perfect for every dinner party
The designer's Chinoiserie collection with Addison Ross will be in style for years to come – he exclusively tells H&G what makes the look so special
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Ina Garten's fireplace focal point transforms her living room into a cozy, autumnal oasis – here's how she grounds and warms her home
The Barefoot Contessa debuted her welcoming living room hearth, and it's one of the best we've ever seen – invite guests in by recreating her design
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Anne Hathaway's inviting kitchen countertop material is replacing white surfaces – experts swear by the durable and welcoming stone
Anne Hathway's warm and cozy kitchen is defined by her dark countertop material – it transforms her space with a functional, natural twist
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Jennifer Aniston is 'obsessed' with this Courteney-Cox-approved home fragrance – here's why actresses love the 'mysterious' scent
If you've ever wondered what Jennifer Aniston's house smells like, you're in luck – Courteney Cox has revealed Aniston's signature scent
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Goldie Hawn's on-trend carpet breathes new life into her traditional living room – the textural look is warm, inviting, and perpetually in style
Black marble, wall panels, a carved fireplace, and hardwood floors in Goldie Hawn's living room are elevated by a bold cream carpet
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Reese Witherspoon's unorthodox October 'pumpkin bouquet' is equal parts chic and festive – I can't believe how easy it is to recreate
The actress debuted her stylish Halloween decoration on Instagram and it's the perfect way to add seasonal flair to your table - here's how to replicate it
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Drew Barrymore's trick for adding metallics to her kitchen is a masterclass in understated luxury – and it's easy to recreate for only $13
A touch of brass goes a long way to elevate a kitchen – and the actress adds it with an exceptionally affordable and simple method
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Ottolenghi wants 'guests to feel welcomed by the table before they even taste the food' – here are the exact dishes he uses for his inviting, playful tablescapes
The acclaimed chef explains how he dresses his table with the dishes from his Serax collaboration in an exclusive interview with H&G
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Top Chef's Gail Simmons reveals the surprising 'best thing' in her kitchen – she keeps this appliance 'in arm's reach at all times' and so should you
In an exclusive interview, the Top Chef judge tells H&G she uses a single, under $50, appliance to make juice, smoothies, soups and popsicles
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Neil Patrick Harris breathes new life into his historic living room with a luxurious seating material – it's the perfect marriage of modern and vintage style
Exposed brick meets a rich, warming material in the actor's living room for stunning effects – it's a masterclass in blending design styles
By Sophie Edwards Published