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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7 High-Maintenance Houseplants That Are Well Worth the Effort
High maintenance does not need to be a bad thing — in fact, prepare to be duly rewarded by adopting one (or all) of these indoor grows
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8 Things People With Powder Rooms That Smell Amazing Always Know to Do
Follow these genius tips to transport your guests into a spa-like setting every time they step foot in your powder room
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Courteney Cox's Christmas Candle Sold Out Last Year Before I Got One — I Won't Make The Same Mistake Again
After being sold out consecutively for the last couple years, now's your chance to get your hands on this collection
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The Japanese Concept of Mottainai is the One Thing Your Fridge Needs for Maximum Organization — Here’s How it Works
If you find yourself throwing food out having forgotten containers in the corners of your fridge, then mottainai will be your new BFF
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10 Tips to Winterize a Home — How to Ensure Your Home is Ready for the Temperature Drop
Don't limit winterizing to your garden grows and patio blooms, practice the concept with your home too
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Are Sofa Covers Machine Washable? How to Avoid Shrinkage, Fading — And When Never to Launder at Home
Adopting these clever expert-approved cleaning tips will make your sofa look brand new
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We Know You Love to Keep it Cozy, But Opening Your Windows in Winter Is a Must — Here's Why
Experts say that a healthy home environment calls for fresh air, even in the depths of winter
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Perfume Will Be a Total Afterthought With These 7 Brilliant Tricks to Make Your Laundry Smell Glorious
Rid your clothes of that musty laundry scent with these clever fragrancing hacks
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How to Overwinter Geraniums — There are 6 Simple Steps You Should Take Before the Frost Begins
Prepare these gorgeous South African native flowers for the chilly weather that's due to hit your zone with these professional tips
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The Kanban Method Could Be the Secret to Organizing Your Home and Your Life — Here's How to Use It
Transform your disorganized home into a clean and confident one with this time-honored Japanese principle
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When Should I Bring Plants Inside? You Should Protect Your Plants Before the Frost Hits
As far as pre-winter preparatory gardening tasks go, this is one you won't want to miss
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How to Declutter When You Feel Overwhelmed — 10 Tips to Help You Through Clearing Things Out
These valuable tips are worth a read if you ever feel overstimulated while decluttering your home
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7 Surprising Ways You Can Use Dryer Sheets — And How it Can Freshen Up Your Home
Don't limit dryer sheets to your load of laundry; tap into their full potential instead with these clever dry sheet tricks
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How to Clean Carpet — There are 5 Simple Steps You Can Take to Refresh Your Flooring
If you've got cozy carpeting running through your home and want to give it a good scrub, then you should follow these expert tips
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5 Dos and Don'ts Of Growing Hydrangeas In Containers — Planting Tips You'll Want to Know About
To get the best out of your abundant blooms, you'll want to follow this expert advice
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How to Wash Bed Linen — 5 Simple Steps You Need to Try for Clean Sheets
Make sure your bedding is as hygienic as it is cozy with this professional-approved washing routine
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How to Winterize Roses — Simple Steps to Protect These Radiant Flowers From the Cold
Keep your roses from freezing over this winter with these clever shielding techniques, from a gardening expert
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How to Overwinter Begonias — Do This to Help Your Blooms Survive the Frost
Here's everything you need to know about protecting these popular begonia varieties against the cold winter freeze
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How to Clean Your Clothes Closet in 5 Simple Steps — And Why You Should Never Skip This Task
If you can't remember the last time you cleaned your closet, chances are it's overdue. So here are some professional tips on how to do just that
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How to Care for a Hoya Plant — You Should Do This to Encourage Your Houseplant to Bloom
If you're looking to welcome this East Asian native flower into your home, follow these expert-approved tips and tricks
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9 Things You Should Get Rid of in Your Kitchen Cabinets Right Now — An Expert Explains Why
From vases to lidless containers, if you spot these items in your cabinets, it's probably the right time to pencil in a decluttering session
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Here's Our Roundup of the Top Beginner Gardening Buys From Amazon That You Need to Get Your Hands on Now
These practical gardening buys are easy on the eyes and the wallet — here's why you should add them to your cart
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How to Overwinter Fuchsias — 5 Simple Ways You Can Guard Your Flowers From a Looming Winter Freeze
These hardy flowers need some protection from garden frost, and all it takes is a few easy-to-follow steps
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What is the Feng Shui Bedroom Death Position — and Why Should I Avoid it?
Experts say your bed layout matters more than you realize and here's why
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