Amiya Baratan
Amiya Baratan is a Home Wellness Writer at Livingetc with a Masters Degree in Magazine Journalism from the esteemed City, University of London. She has always loved all facets of writing, be it about fashion, beauty, or design.
Eager to transform this into an impactful career, she completed her Undergraduate Degree (BSc) in Design and Visual Communication, honing her skills as a writer. This later landed her numerous roles as a content and fashion writer and internships that resulted in bylines at leading publications such as Harper’s Bazaar and Women’s Health.
Given that she grew up in the coastal city of Chennai, India - It’s no surprise that Amiya is passionate about life outside since most of her childhood was spent outdoors. It’s this passion and curiosity that allowed her to join Livingetc and display her talents in the realm of outdoor living and gardening.
Although Amiya’s primary interest may be writing about topics she loves, her skillset is vast and was put to use as she analyzed research and data for the Beauty and Personal Care segment of Innova Market Insights. During this stint as a report analyst, she curated presentations outlining market trends, including category, ingredient, and trend reports.
In her free time, Amiya is a connoisseur of all things art, which in her mind includes the holistic vibe of one’s home. This is reflected in the content she consumes as most of her “screen time” is attributed to media in varied forms, mostly focused on how to further enhance the lifestyle she adores. In the literary world, Amiya always judges a book by its cover and finds that artfully designed binding often acts as the deciding factor when she is selecting her next read. She can also be found carefully compiling wishful Pinterest boards and listening to music, all while overanalyzing her latest Co-Star update
Latest articles by Amiya Baratan
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How to Clean a Table Runner — Even if Yours Isn't Fabric, There's Always a Way
If your decorative furnishing happens to find itself in stains, this guide is exactly what you need to bring it back to its pristine appearance
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6 Clever Ways to Keep Glass Christmas Ornaments From Breaking — The First One Is an Excellent Surprise!
Keep your precious baubles from shattering by practicing these genius tips when storing them away
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How to Remove Ice From a Driveway — 6 Simple Tricks You Should Try Before Guests Arrive for the Holidays
Icy driveways are accident-prone and holiday persistent it seems, so here's how to make sure your home is free from frost and any potential mishaps
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How to Store Garlands Without Squashing Them — 5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Festive Foliage Looking Chic Year After Year
Take your time to properly stow these beautiful faux foliage pieces of decor away so you can enjoy them for the holidays to come
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How to Clean a Wool Rug — You Can Now Tackle This Cleaning Task in 5 Effortless Steps
This in-depth guide to cleaning a wool rug will ensure that it not only looks as good as new, but remains naturally durable to damage over time
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Even Cleaning Can be Chic — 9 Designer-Approved Products That We're Currently Loving
If you despise cleaning up your home, this round-up of design-led home care products is exactly what you need to brighten up the routine
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How to Remove Stains from Upholstery — A Foolproof Method to Ensure Your Furniture Is Refreshed in Time for Hosting Season
Don't let bothersome blemishes take away from the immaculate vibes of your home. Bookmark this guide so it's at your beck and call in a fix
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How to Clean Stainless Steel Pans — Remove Stubborn Stains and Ease Your Chores in 6 Simple Steps
Dealing with the aftermath of a culinary overload will feel far less stressful with this pro guide to cleaning up your cookware
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How Many Christmas Lights do I Need to Decorate My Tree? — We've Found the Lucky Number
Calling all minimalist festive aficionados, it's your time to let your lights shine. But if you're wondering what the golden measure is, here's the big reveal
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How to Clean a Dishwasher With Vinegar — 5 Effortless Ways You Can Restore Your Favorite Appliance
Even our household goods need their own time to be washed and taken care of in order for them to perform well. Here are some expert tips on what you need to do
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How to Clean a Crock Pot — 6 Trouble-Free Steps You Should Follow for a Spotless Finish
Crock pots are a blessing on the stove but can often be the bane of the sink. Here are some expert tips on bringing back its shine
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How to Dry Bedding in Winter — 7 Brilliant Tricks Experts Use to Efficiently Air Out Their Bed Linen
Damp bedding and winter aren't the most compatible combination, but we've sourced some clever hacks that'll make the process as smooth as possible
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I Love to Host — Here's What I'll Be Adding To My Pantry to Ease the Holiday Stress and Stay Organized
Take a peek at these expert tips and buys to keep your pantry perfectly in-place through the hustle and bustle of the festive season
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How Not to Kill Your Houseplant — 9 Essential Tips to Break Your Unlucky Streak of Dying Indoor Plants
If your home is where plants go to find rest (and not in a good way), then these expert-approved tips will help strengthen your reputation as a plant parent
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How to Make Your Living Room Storage Look More Expensive — 8 Fabulous Tips That Will Do the Trick
Wave your clunky storage woes goodbye and welcome design-led solutions instead with our expert-approved advice
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How to Make a Succulent Potting Mix — An Easy DIY for Healthy and Bright Plants
Treat these lovely plants to the perfect growing medium with this expert-approved recipe for healthy foliage
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Trend Experts Just Revealed 2025's Most Exhilarating Outdoor Color Trend — Here's How to Shop Teal
Be the trendsetter in your neighborhood and drip your backyard out in this refreshingly exciting blue-green hue
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When to Stop Planting Spring Bulbs — A Professional Says to Do it This Month, for Brighter Blooms Next Year
Expert advice on what you should do to get the best out of your plants
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9 Decorating Decisions Making Your Home Look Cheap — Avoid These Interior Faux Pas to Retain the Charm of Your Space
If you're worried about dulling the elegance of your home, here are some common mistakes interior designers caution against
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5 Fail-Proof Ways to Stop Your Rugs From Sliding — And Clever Buys to Keep Them Flat, Too
Avoid casualties and messy rug styling with these brilliant expert-approved tips that guarantee perfectly in-place floor coverings every time
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Festive and Bright — We're Sure Holly Plants Will Elevate Your Christmas Decor, Here's How You Can Grow Your Own
Expert tips on how you can care for this ravishing houseplant in your home this holiday season
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How to Draft-Proof Windows — 6 Stylish Solutions to Banish Cold Spots From Your Home
Save yourself the trouble of increasing your heating and shuddering by windows with these expert tips
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6 Stylish Buys to Help You Dry Clothes in Winter — Without Ruining Your Aesthetic
If you think clothes racks are always an eyesore, then these stunningly designed laundry airers are sure to change your mind
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Flourishing Foliage — The Houseplant Frame You Can Use to Display Your Blooms and Transform Them into Living Art
Give your indoor plant collection true pride of place with these sleek framed planter pedestals
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