
Laura Honey
Laura has always been a homebody in the truest sense of the word. For the past five years, she’s turned that instinct into a career, curating and writing about homes in every waking (and sometimes sleeping, if it's bedroom-related hour.
Laura’s professional journey began at The White Company, still one of her favourite places to shop, where she honed her eye for timeless design and quality craftsmanship. From there, she moved into magazine journalism, writing for leading interiors titles including Homes & Gardens and Livingetc, before bringing her expertise to woman&home. Her work blends rigorous testing with a warm, reader-first perspective, whether she’s reviewing the latest kitchen appliance or exploring the trends shaping modern living.
Before journalism, Laura read English at University of Oxford. Alongside voracious reading and writing for student publications, she supported herself with a series of hands-on roles that, perhaps surprisingly, laid the perfect foundation for a career in homes.
She trained as an SCA-certified barista (which explains her forensic approach to coffee machine reviews), spent summers working in her family’s pizza business (meaning no pizza oven that falls short of Italian standards will pass her tests), and worked for the heritage fragrance house Penhaligon's, where she indulged her love of scent, set up her own perfume studio and qualified as a Master Perfumer. That rare combination of practical experience and sensory expertise gives her reviews a distinctive depth particularly when it comes to kitchen kit and candles.
Latest articles by Laura Honey
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This is the ultimate luxury coffee machine - it's a true treat for coffee geeksThe De'Longhi Eletta Ultra Coffee Machine takes the best coffee machines at their top level and then enhances them even more, do you want to taste luxury?
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Now I’ve used it, I understand why Smeg changed their stand mixer - the improvements rival KitchenAidSmeg has updated the design of their SM05 Stand Mixer to give it more prettiness and even more power. Is it competing with KitchenAid as the best stand mixer?
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Meaco has rewritten the rules on keeping cool - their new range of fans is the refresh we all needThe MeacoFan Sefte Air Circulator is the coolest, quietest launch of the summer season. With a range of small, tall, and powerful fans they're an essential
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The best cooling fans - tested for hot flushes and heatwavesThese are the best cooling fans on the market, from handheld options for hot flushes to misting fans that'll get you cool quickly,. Here are the ones we love.
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Could a duvet made of trees be the most luxurious, gentle way to tackle night sweats?The Larke Nature's Blend Duvet is made of trees, meaning natural fibres, which are durable, cooling, and super soft too - could it be the duvet for you?
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Finally, a robot vacuum that won't take over your room - it's petite, chic, and irresistibleThe iRobot Roomba Mini Robot Vacuum & Mop is the smallest robot vacuum to date - could this be a stroke of genius for compact whole home cleaning
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KitchenAid's controversial redesign is a historic move into modern baking - are you team newness or team nostalgia?The KitchenAid Artisan Plus Tilt-Head 4.7L Stand Mixer is the brand's first redesign of one of the best stand mixers. Do the modern updates make it even better?
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The 6 best thin pillows - editor-approved for perfect sleepI've tested the best thin pillows for better neck health and spinal alignment. There are options for front sleepers, side sleepers, and back sleepers
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This coffee machine is like a mini café for your kitchen - it's a barista's dreamThe Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series Bean to Cup Coffee Machine is the perfect hands-off coffee machine for modern homes with lots of different coffee needs
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I'm calling it, this affordable pizza oven will be the summer's garden essential - and it works indoors tooThe Kenwood My Pizzeria Pizza Oven is set to challenge the best pizza ovens on the market, offering flexible cooking at an affordable price
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Is your pillow a literal pain in the neck? This special side-sleeper design will sort your slumbersEli & Elm Side Sleeper Pillow is perfect for neck pain and shoulder problems. We put it to the test to find out whether it can solve your sleep problems
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No more neck pain - these 6 pillows promise better sleep and spine supportThe best pillows for neck pain should guarantee a restful night with ultimate spine support for every sleeping style. Here are our tried and tested favourites
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Nigella Lawson champions this simple underrated air fryer - it’s the best £100 you’ll spendNigella Lawson loves the Cosori TurboBlaze 6L Air Fryer, so we put it to the test to find out whether the domestic goddess has found the very best air fryer.
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My family runs a pizza business - this is the pizza oven we use when we're not on the clockThe Gozney Arc is a sleek, elegant pizza oven offering dual-fuel cooking, modern design features, and a robust, durable build. Here's everything you need to know.
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The very essence of French elegance - Oliver Bonas' new café collection full of chic charmThe Oliver Bonas French Café Collection has all the chic charm of a Parisian café, offering quality and design that's perfect for your home coffee station
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Everyone needs to know about this non-toxic air fryer - it's got style and substanceThe Our Place Wonder Oven covers air frying with style and finesse, from baking cupcakes to mid-week meals, it's a favourite amongst non-toxic air fryers
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This is KitchenAid as you've never seen them before - a luxurious coffee machine that rivals SageThe KitchenAid KF6 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine is a flashy coffee machine that brews everything from espresso to iced lattes - here's why we love it
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This luxury-looking pizza oven is actually the cheapest I've tested - it's a brilliant buy for beginnersThe Firebloom EP03 Electric Pizza Oven is brilliant for beginners and budgets, offering a versatile, open way to elevate your outdoor dining
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Need new books to read in May? Here's what we're devouringFrom the books everyone's talking about to the undiscovered gems, these are the best books to read this may, as recommended by our experts
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The most complimented candles I own - handpicked by a Master PerfumerDiscover the best scented candles recommended by me, a Master Perfumer, from luxury and cult brands as well as independent sellers and boutique brands.
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Bye bye barbecue - Jamie Oliver’s pizza oven is the only way I’m cooking this summerThe Tefal Jamie Oliver Pizza Oven is perfect for beginners to stone-baked food. It's versatile, simple, and comes with an ingenious feature too
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Lidl’s famous kamado grill is back – and it’s a brilliant alternative to the Big Green EggThe Lidl Ceramic Kamado Grill is the best budget barbecue to have in your garden this summer - at just £249, it's you can enjoy an iconic look for less
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Is a £30 steam mop the best way to a chemical-free clean? We put it to the testThe Russell Hobbs Steam and Clean Lightweight Steam Mop is one of the best budget steam cleaners on the market - at £30 is it a brilliant buy?
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This £40 solar powered pendant is the epitome of elegance -perfect for elevating your outdoor spaceThe White Company's outdoor collection includes some elegant yet affordable accessories, including £40 solar powered wicker pendant lights
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