Laura Honey
Laura is a self-confessed, floral-obsessed, fragrance aficionado. She started out her career working for the luxury British perfume brand, Penhaligon's. Whilst working for the iconic brand, Laura qualified as a Master Perfumer and has now set up her own perfume studio. You'll often find her experimenting with her own perfumes, even though she still owns (and buys) more fragrances than she will ever admit to.
Alongside her passion for perfume, Laura graduated with an English degree from Oxford University. Whilst there, she belonged to a number of women's groups, so was eager to move into women's writing. Her first job was with the female-owned fashion brand, The White Company. Here, Laura was their only Fashion Writer, so she helped to plan, write and promote the company's quality, luxury, and timeless clothing, season after season. In her evenings, she worked on a women's health start-up, which is coming to the market soon, offering supplements for women's health.
Previously, Laura was eCommerce editor at one of Future's other magazines, Homes & Gardens, where she specialised in covering all their coffee and product content, looking for pieces tailored for timelessness. The secret to her heart is both simplicity and quality.
Latest articles by Laura Honey
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Simple ways to stay fit and healthy on holiday
There are lots of simple ways to stay fit and healthy on holiday that'll ensure you can fully enjoy yourself and steer clear of any holiday guilt
By Laura Honey Published
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The Habitat x Scion collection is a masterclass in bold, al fresco dining - and it's affordable too
The Habitat X Scion outdoor collection brings bold prints, playful designs, and stylish furniture to your garden — here's our top picks.
By Laura Honey Published
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This £130 vacuum is identical to the luxury Dyson V15 - is it a secret steal?
The Ultenic U12 Vesla Vacuum boasts the same premium features as the best vacuums on the market and yet it's a fraction of the price. I asked, what's the catch?
By Laura Honey Published
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This Shark vacuum is an unsung hero for pet hair and large homes - why I recommend it to almost everyone
The Shark Lift-Away Cordless Upright Vacuum performs like a plug-in model, except it's lighter, more convenient, and more versatile too
By Laura Honey Published
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I've finally found a vacuum that rivals my corded model - Gtech is the underdog you need to know about
The Gtech AirRam 3 Cordless Vacuum has cleaned under the radar for too long. It out performed Dyson and Shark in some of my tests. Is it the best vacuum on the market?
By Laura Honey Published
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How to transform your kitchen setup with these smart, time-saving appliances
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By Laura Honey Last updated
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The 7 best stand mixers - from the 20 that our bakers tested
Our team of expert bakers have narrowed our list of the best stand mixers from 20 down to 7. We've got KitchenAid, Kenwood, Bosch, and much more
By Laura Honey Last updated
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The 6 best air fryers out of over 50 that we tested
We tested the best air fryers on the market, to find the best dual-drawer, tower, or single-drawer air fryers from Ninja, Instant, Cosori and more
By Rosie Conroy Last updated
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Meghan Markle's high-low kitchen is a masterclass in affordable luxury - shop her chic style here
Meghan Markle's high-low kitchen looks like its packed with expensive Le Creuset and Viking, but I've found some surprisingly affordable accessories in there too
By Laura Honey Published
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Simba's World Sleep Day Sale has some of the best mattress deals I've seen in a long time
We've rounded up the best Simba mattress deals in their World Sleep Day sale, including the brand's best-sellers, so you can enjoy their hybrid mattresses for a saving
By Laura Honey Last updated
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De'Longhi's petite and powerful coffee machine is a rival for Sage - here's why
The De'Longhi La Specialista Touch offers some of the best coffee machine features that I've tested. It's compact, easy to use, and compact too.
By Laura Honey Published
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Courtney Cox’s Shark vacuum coaxed me away from a lifetime of Dyson loyalty — I’ve never had cleaner floor
I tested the Shark PowerDetect™ Clean & Empty Cordless Vacuum and haven't looked back since. It's easily the cleverest, most powerful vacuum I've ever tested.
By Laura Honey Published
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William Morris is having a style revival - interior designers reveal the two special women behind it
Morris & Co collaborations are popping up everywhere: with Ruggable, Piglet In Bed, Button & Sprung, and Habitat. I did a deep dive into the women behind this revival.
By Laura Honey Published
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The Briiv has made air purifying beautiful - and it's works harder than 3,000 houseplants
The Briiv 2 Air Filter is one of the most attractive air purifiers I've seen. It looks like a terrarium, but is the beauty skin deep, or a proper cleanse?
By Laura Honey Published
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If you want a Dyson vacuum, but don't want to splurge, this is the best model to buy
The Dyson V11 has incredible dexterity, longevity, and power. It's everything that Dyson is famous for, just with a few frills missing.
By Laura Honey Last updated
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The 10 best food processors to help you prepare meals in minutes
These are the best food processors from Ninja, Kenwood, Cuisinart, KitchenAid and more, tested and approved by our woman&home food team and tester network.
By Laura Honey Last updated
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We've tested the best electric blankets for a comfier, cosier bed set-up
We've tested the best electric blankets on the market, from wearable ponchos to dual-control heat set-ups, these are the ones to shop
By Laura Honey Last updated
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Cuisinart's food processor is a home essential - sometimes simplicity is all you need
The Cuisinart Easy Prep Pro Food Processor covers the basics of culinary preparation to perfection. It's simple, versatile, powerful, and great value too.
By Laura Honey Published
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This water-bottle-sized air purifier is the best I've tested - the Vitesy Eteria is remarkable
The Vitesy Eteria Air Purifier is no bigger than your water bottle and yet it goes into more depth and detail than models ten times the size and price. I'm sold.
By Laura Honey Published
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The best KitchenAid attachments and accessories - tested and approved by bakers
Expand your stand mixer's repertoire beyond the baking basics with the best KitchenAid attachments and accessories with grinders, slicers, and ice cream makers.
By Laura Honey Published
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The Molekule Air Mini+ uses medical-grade technology to clear your air: it's sleek, chic, and clever too
The Molekule Air Mini+ Air Purifier does things a little differently to the rest: it actively destroys impurities in the air from a chic, sleek base
By Laura Honey Published
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Shark's air purifier is a breath of fresh air: it's the best a beginner could buy
In true style, the Shark NeverChange5 Air Purifier is simple, clever, and well-designed. It expertly covers the average home's needs for a reasonable price.
By Laura Honey Published
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The 9 best cooling pillows for night sweats and hot sleepers
The best cooling pillows are made with breathable, lightweight materials that can help you sleep better during warmer weather and disruptive menopause symptoms
By Alison Barretta Last updated
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Everyone tries to steal the pillow from me - it's comfy, cooling, and completely underrated
The Dreams TheraPur Memory Foam Ice Pillow is the answer for hot sleepers who need pressure relief and comfort. It's the most-wanted pillow in my home
By Laura Honey Published