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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The best stainless steel pans 2025 tested for searing, stewing, and more
I've tested the best stainless steel pans, as well as non-stick collections, frying pans, and milk pans to find the perfect option for every kind of kitchen
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I've finally invested in some pure linen sheets - and now I understand what everyone's been talking about
The Rowen & Wren linen bedding is the epitome of luxury. The hand-embroidered sheets are breathable, soft, and effortlessly elegant. Is this the best bedding you can buy?
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What's the difference between a bowl lift and a tilt head stand mixer? Bakers and patissiers explain
I asked bakers and pâtissiers to settle the bowl-lift vs tilt-head stand mixer debate. We've tested them side-by-side to give you the essential information.
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I've always struggled to get into a good smoothie routine, but this blender has kept me consistent
The Nutribullet Flip has turned single-serve blending on its head. The compact design makes this easily one of the best blenders on the market
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You asked, "what's the difference between a KitchenAid Artisan and Classic?" It's simple, but important to understand
I'm finally settling the KitchenAid Artisan vs Classic debate after using them side by side. They're both some of the best stand mixers, but they have some slight differences.
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How we test food processors - the details on grating, slicing, and dicing
Here's a breakdown of how we test food processors at woman&home. I'll tell you about how we choose, what tests we run, and how we put together our buying guide
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The 6 best mattress protectors - tested for better sleep
Having slept on the best mattress protectors on the market, I've selected six that offer hypoallergenic, waterproof, and natural credentials
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These are the best dehumidifiers from Meaco, De'Longhi, ProBreeze, and more. Our experts and I tested them on how they handle mould, mildew, and dampness.
These are the best dehumidifiers from Meaco, De'Longhi, ProBreeze, and more. Our experts and I tested them on how they handle mould, mildew, and dampness.
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The 6 best heated clothes airers - tested to save money and time
I've spent months testing the best heated clothes airers from Dry:Soon, Beldray, John Lewis, and more. Here are the quickest, cheapest, biggest, and best models
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Is Tefal's new air fryer Ninja's biggest threat so far? My thoughts on the Multicook Actifry
It certainly replaced my oven
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I never give five stars on a review, but the MeacoDry Arete Two Dehumidifier is too good not to
The MeacoDry Arete Two is a flawless dehumidifier. It's quiet enough for the bedroom, powerful enough for the bathroom, and can withstand the cold too.
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I've never tested a more versatile food processor - this is a chef and baker's dream and it's great value too
The Kenwood Multipro One Touch can replace your stand mixer, food processor, blender, and weighing scales in one, simple appliance. It's powerful and versatile.
By Laura Honey Published
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This stand mixer has been a best-seller for over a century - I finally understand why
The KitchenAid Artisan 4.8-litre Tilt Head Stand Mixer is the brand's best-selling model. I put it through its paces and found that it is, indeed, perfect.
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You asked, which stand mixer do professionals use? It's hidden in plain sight
The KitchenAid Artisan 6.6-Litre Bowl Lift Stand Mixer is the baker's choice for a professional, robust baking companion. I put it through our woman&home tests
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Bakers, get your aprons - the Ankarsrum stand mixer is like nothing I've ever tested
The Ankarsrum Stand Mixer is heavy-duty in the best way possible. The almost impossibly powerful motor kneads bread that's supple and elastic. I might be in love.
By Laura Honey Published
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I have cooked over 150,000 pizzas and the best ones I ever made were in this Gozney
The Gozney Dome S1 Pizza Oven is an expensive model, but it will stand the test of time. Easy to use and elegantly designed, it's one of my favourites
By Laura Honey Published
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Laura Ashley just convinced me to bring cottagecore home - their hand mixer is a baking essential
The Laura Ashley VQ Hand Mixer is the perfect example of beautiful baking tools. It's aesthetically flawless and very handy to have around too.
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Laura Ashley's stick blender is the perfect example of a stylish appliance - and it's perfect for small kitchens
The Laura Ashley VQ Hand Blender is a beautiful, versatile must-have for any kitchen. I put it through its paces in our test kitchen
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I've finally found the perfect stand mixer for small kitchens - and it's as good as models twice the price
The Kenwood Go Stand Mixer is the star of the show when it comes to compact stand mixers. It's powerful and petite, delivering faultless performance.
By Laura Honey Published
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KitchenAid's cheapest stand mixer is also one of my favourites - here's why
The KitchenAid Classic Stand Mixer is one of the most affordable models offered by the brand. It's certainly one of the best stand mixers, but is it for you?
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This retro stand mixer is a style icon -you'll be surprised at who makes it
The Smeg Retro 50s Stand Mixer is all chic curves, chrome, and colours. I tested it out against KitchenAid and Kenwood mixers to see if it's as good as it looks.
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The Aldi Ambiano Heated Airer is famously cheap - I used it for months and I'm sold
The Aldi Ambiano Heated Airer goes viral every year for being a speedy, inexpensive heated clothes airer. I tested it out in place of my tower and it surprised me. This is impressive.
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The best nine blenders in 2025 out of over 50 we tested
I tested over 50 of the best blenders on the market and rounded it down to these nine, from Vitamix, KitchenAid, Sage, and Nutribullet
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What to shop in The White Company sale - tips from their former Fashion Editor
Seeking out The White Company's sale? I'm their former fashion editor and I've found a special place where you can save on their bedding, clothing, and candles
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