
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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Looking for a heated airer that's ultra-compact? This is the best I've testedThe Black + Decker X Frame Folding Heated Airer is one of the best heated airers for small spaces; it folds almost flat and yet has some serious heating power
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These are the festive air fryer recipes you need to try before the big dayThese fun, festive air recipes are perfect for adding extra flair to the big day, as well as all the days in between, from mince pies to stuffing wreaths
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How to gift your candles like a luxury perfumer – with style, sophistication, and simplicityIf you're looking to add some flair to how you gift a candle, here's advice from luxury perfume and candle brands for flair, flourish, and memorable style
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Dunelm's cast iron casserole dish is just like a Le Creuset, but a tenth of the priceThe Dunelm Cast Iron Casserole Dish looks almost identical to some of the best cast iron casserole dishes, but for a fraction of the price. You can't go wrong.
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How we test heaters - to sort the lukewarm from the hot stuffWe give you all the behind the scenes on how we test heaters, from what they're like in everyday life to how they warm when they're under the heat
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Sorry to my lovely Le Creuset - this romantic, rustic pot is total perfectionThe Toast Small Longpi Karipot puts soul back into cooking. Hand-crafted, artisanal, and uniquely yours, it's a true gem for romanticising cooking
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Smeg’s new coffee machine is their best yet – with a digestion-friendly featureThe Smeg Espresso and Cold Brew Coffee Machine is the brand's best coffee machine both in terms of style and performance - has it convinced our barista to invest?
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Jamie Oliver's "get ahead gravy day" is here - his trick could save you 5 hours on Christmas dayThe second Saturday of September is Jamie Oliver's Get Ahead Gravy Day, promising to save up to 5 hours on the big day. Here's everything you need to know
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Is a Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser the season's best gift? My honest thoughts over 365 cups laterThe Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser is one of the most popular gifts for hot chocolate fans, but does the Velvetiser make a genuinely good gift? We weigh in
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Don't dismiss this nostalgic vacuum - it makes me regret going cordlessThe Miele Guard L1 Cylinder Vacuum brings retro, plug-in power back to cleaning, proving classic canister vacuums still beat AI-powered cordless models for deep suction.
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Want to bring some Scandi hygge home? This heated throw is the cosiest I've testedThe Dreamland Hygge Days Faux Fur Warming Throw delivers cosy, chic heat wherever you use it: in bed, on the sofa. Here's why we love it.
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Cosiness doesn’t happen by accident - 16 surprisingly affordable accessories make it easy to achieveOur homes team recommends their essentials for making a home cosy and inviting through the winter months, from thick throws to luxury candles and more
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Which SodaStream should you buy? After a decade of fizzing, these are my favouritesIf you're wondering which SodaStream you should buy, you're in safe hands. With over a decade's experience, I have recommendations for basic and premium models
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Are we stuck in an air fryer rut? An unlikely duo will inspire you out of yoursAfter tasting a Fortnum & Mason crumpet recipe, I was inspired to change how I cooked in the inexpensive Salter XL Air Fryer Oven - and it lifted me out my rut
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Best Kindles: which Amazon e-reader is right for you?We've tested the best Kindles for every kind of budget, book reader, occasion, and budget to help you find your perfect match
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Don't think you're a Kindle person? This empowering e-reader will change your mindThe Amazon Kindle Colorsoft is our favourite e-reader and we are an unabashedly bookish bunch, if you want to have control over your reading habits, this is perfect
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I've never tested a compact dehumidifier that's as good as this - every small home needs oneThe Meaco Arete One 6L Dehumidifier is a seriously impressive model. It's the best dehumidifier for small homes, especially over the winter. Here's why
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Better than the Ninja DoubleStack? This £99 non-toxic air fryer is hot stuffSalter VertiCook View Air Fryer comes with lots of impressive features: a viewing window, four levels, and plenty of pre-sets. I put it to the test for you.
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I swear by this luxury luggage year-round - it's chic, stylish, and spaciousThe Antler Icon Bag collection covers your weekend breaks away as well as quick overnight trips too. Chic, stylish, and spacious, they're the perfect present.
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Love Le Creuset? Here's how I always secure a saving on their best-sellersThese Le Creuset deals cover the brand's signature stoneware, heirloom-worthy cast iron, and classic bakeware if you know where to find them
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My favourite air fryer isn't the newest one out - it's only £99 and is still the best by milesThe Ninja Foodi 7.6L Dual Drawer Air Fryer is still the best air fryer I've ever tested - it's simple, easy to use, and perfect for a family
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The Sage Knockbox never goes on sale - but you'll regret trying to buy a coffee lover anything elseThe Sage Knock Box is a clever coffee accessory for elegantly keeping your coffee station smart. Our barista recommends it to all coffee lovers .
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Goodbye plastic, I switched to glass food containers and haven't looked backI swapped my plastic food storage boxes for glass ones and haven't looked back. Versatile, easy to clean, and non-toxic too, they're a game-changer.
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Best air fryer deals - save on Ninja, Instant, Cosori and moreIf you want to find a genuinely good air fryer deal in the sales, there's a special way to shop. Our experts share their advice for bagging a bargain
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