
Lilith Hudson
Lilith Hudson is a freelance writer and regular contributor to Livingetc. She holds an MA in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London, and has written for various titles including Homes & Gardens, House Beautiful, Advnture, the Saturday Times Magazine, Evening Standard, DJ Mag, Metro, and The Simple Things Magazine.
Prior to going freelance, Lilith was the News and Trends Editor at Livingetc. It was a role that helped her develop a keen eye for spotting all the latest micro-trends, interior hacks, and viral decor must-haves you need in your home. With a constant ear to the ground on the design scene, she's ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest color that's sweeping interiors or the hot new style to decorate our homes.
Lilith discovered a love for lifestyle journalism during her BA in English and Philosophy at the University of Nottingham where she spent more time writing for her student magazine than she did studying. At weekends you can find her renovating her small annex in the Derbyshire Dales, applying all the latest home design ideas she's discovered throughout the week.
Latest articles by Lilith Hudson
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These Are the Dos and Don'ts of Bamboo Plant Placement — Follow This to Avoid Bad Feng Shui
By following the experts' guidance on where to place this houseplant you can usher luck, wealth, and prosperity into your home
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90s Kitchen Trends We're Seeing in 2025 — 5 Retro Features Making Waves in Modern Designs
A quarter of a century later, 90s-inspired interiors are back, serving kitchen nostalgia with a contemporary twist
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The "Reverse Decluttering" Method Flips Everything You Thought You Knew About Getting Rid of Stuff on Its Head
This unconventional technique helps prioritize the items you actually love for a quicker and more effective sort-out, and it's being lauded by experts
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Bunny Ears, Be Gone — 7 Easter Table Styling Mistakes That Will Take Your Setting from Tawdry to Tasteful
From fussy floral displays that disrupt conversation to over-relying on tacky tropes, don't fall victim to these errors when decorating your Easter table
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10 Stylish Spring Centerpiece Ideas That Feel "Modern, a Bit Eccentric, and Perfectly Unfussy," Says a Table Stylist
From vases of seasonal blooms to simple candle arrangements, these centerpieces add height and interest to your table for an arresting focal point
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5 Bathroom Layouts That Look Dated in 2025 — Plus the Alternatives Designers Use Instead for a More Contemporary Space
For a bathroom that feels in line with the times, avoid these layouts and be more intentional with the placement and positioning of your features and fixtures
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9 Easter Table Decor Ideas to Plan Now for Perfect Tablescapes This Season
From centerpieces and color schemes to tablecloths and seasonal themes, let these designer-approved ideas inspire your table styling this Easter
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5 Dated Kitchen Layouts to Avoid, Plus the Contemporary Blueprints Designers Are Choosing Instead
If you want to design a kitchen with a coherent floorplan conducive to better flow and functionality, these are the layouts to steer clear of
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6 Bed Linen Care Mistakes to Avoid If You Want Your Sheets to Look Good for Longer
Washing, drying, and storing your bed linen properly is the key to longer-lasting sheets that stay smooth and soft
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Farrow & Ball Just Brought Back 3 "Archive" Colors — Here's Why They're Important in Design Right Now
The British paint brand has reintroduced some cult classics, and they feel more relevant than ever
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Why Do Towels Have a Band? Experts Answer This Viral Question and Unearth the Mystery Behind This Esoteric Strip
Ever wondered why traditional towels feature a woven strip along the bottom? Well, it turns out they actually have a purpose (and a name)
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5 Bedroom Colors That Have Gone Out of Style in 2025 — Plus the Shades Designers Are Using Instead
Looking to redecorate your bedroom this year? Steer clear of these outdated hues if you want a fresh, contemporary-looking space
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5 Changes to Make to Your Bedroom Before the Clocks Change to Improve Your Spring-Time Sleep
It's that time of the year when we trade an hour of sleep for an extra hour of daylight, and these simple switches will make the transition that little bit easier
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My First Spring Project Is An Outdoor Projector Set-up In My Garden — Here's What You Need for It (And It's All on Sale Right Now)
Turn your outdoor space into a home cinema under the stars with these great value buys
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5 Problems With Heated Towel Rails People Never Talk About — And Whether They're Worth It in a Bathroom
A toasty towel at the end of your shower is like wrapping yourself in a warm hug, but heated towel rails can have a host of hidden problems that aren't so comforting
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7 Interior Trends That Experts Say Are Bad Feng Shui — Stay Clear of These If You Want Good Vibes at Home
To ensure a positive flow of energy in your space, don't buy into these popular trends, says Feng Shui pros
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How to Create a Successful 'Morning Shift Routine' — 8 Ways to Start Your Day on the Right Foot and Boost Productivity
Follow these rituals at the start of each day and you'll soon adopt mood-boosting habits, say psychologists and organizers
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6 Living Room Color Mistakes That Are Making Your Space Feel Small and Claustrophobic
For a living room that feels capacious rather than confined, experts urge you to steer clear of these shades
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How to Make Feng Shui Work for a Small Apartment — 5 Ways to Positive Energy Flow, Even in a Shoebox
Want to bring balance and harmony to your small apartment? Here's how experts make Feng Shui work when space is at a premium
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The Basic Principles of Feng Shui — An Expert Guide on How to Apply This Ancient Chinese Practice Inside Your Home
Want to create harmony and balance within your home? These are the key tenets of Feng Shui you need to know about to improve the flow of energy
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How to Look After a Money Tree — Care for This "Prosperous" Plant, and Legend Says It'll Give You Good Fortune
Money might not grow on trees, but you reap what you sow when it comes to the care of this classic houseplant
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6 Genius Ways to Design a Drying Rack Into Your Utility Room — So You're Not Always Tripping Over Wet Laundry
The worst thing about winter? Having to dry washing indoors — but these design-forward drying racks make laundry day chores a little easier
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"I've Grown Three Huge Fiddle Leaf Figs Without Killing This Super-Fussy Plant — It's All Down to This Watering Secret"
The fiddle leaf fig tree is a high-maintenance houseplant, so you need to pay close attention to its watering regime. But, our plant-loving editor has a trick, too
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How to Propagate a ZZ Plant — 3 Simple Techniques That Will Double (or Triple) Your Houseplant
A nursery isn't the only place to grow your houseplant collection — try these propagation methods for infinite ZZ plants
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