
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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Don’t panic buy a cheap fan - this record-breaker is the best way to stay coolWith 27 hours of battery life, enough air to reach 16m away, and record-breaking levels of quiet control, this fan is a heatwave hero
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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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It wasn't planned, but we all swear by the same fan brand - they're heatwave heroesOur homes team swears by Shark fans for keeping you cool through heat waves and hormones - these are the ones we use at home and when we'r eon the go
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The 6 simple coffee machines our barista actually recommends - for better home brewsOur in-house barista has tried and tested all of the best coffee machines from Nespresso, Sage, De'Longhi and more to bring you cafe-quality options
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Simba is having a summer sale - save hundreds on cooling sleepI've rounded up the best Simba mattress deals in their sale, including the brand's best-sellers, so you can enjoy their famous hybrid mattresses for a saving
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IKEA's £5 stainless steel food containers are so much better than heavy glass - and they're non-toxic tooStainless steel food containers offer a lighter, non-toxic alternative to plastic and glass storage. We've done the testing to recommend you our favourites
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Smeg's mini milk frother is affordable luxury at its finest - every kitchen needs oneSmeg's mini milk frother is one of the brand's best launches. At under £100, with cold and hot functions, it's every coffee drinker's dream come true
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What's the best Ninja air fryer? We tested every single model to find outFinding the best Ninja air fryer for you just got easier. We've tested every model to give you a verdict on the best for small spaces, families, and budgets.
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Missing the Kindle Oasis and page-turn buttons? The BOOX is even betterThe BOOX Go Colour Gen 2 eReader is a brilliant alternative to the Kindle Oasis, with access to more documents, different bookstores, and page turn buttons too
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Don't get caught out in the heat - Dyson's portable fan handles holidays and hot flushesWe put the Dyson HushJet Mini Cool Fan through heatwaves, hot flushes, and holidays to find out whether this premium, portable fan can handle the hot weather.
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David Beckham’s limited-edition Ninja coffee machine is a masterclass in quiet luxury - and it's inspired by the CotswoldsThe Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro Coffee Machine has a stylish upgrade from David Beckham, inspired by the English countryside. And it's as beautiful as it is practical
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What heatwave? This water-cooled mattress topper beat the heat, hormones, and hot flushesThe Eight Sleep Pod 5 is one of very few sleep tools that will actually, actively cool you while everyone else sweats and loses sleep. Is it worth the price tag?
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I swapped my Kindle for a Kobo - is it a switch we should all be making?The Kindle vs Kobo debate has been a longstanding one between eReader enthusiasts. I put the two head-to-head to help you find your perfect fit
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What is Kindle Unlimited, and is it worth it? I've had it for years, and think it's worth every pennyWhat is Kindle Unlimited? Is it worth it? And how do you get it for free? We answer these key questions and more from our personal experience
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Make your home smell like holidays with these summer candles - 9 favourites from our Master PerfumerThese are the best summer candles for making your home smell just like the season, including outdoor candles from Jo Malone, Diptyque, and Molton Brown
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The best induction pans to buy, reviewed by our food teamWe took to our professional test kitchen to test the best induction pans, with saucepans, frying pans and sets for every budget
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I resisted robot vacuums for decades - these six models made me a convertThe best robot vacuums are home essentials, proving to be genuinely useful home gadgets that will clean and mop your floor without you needing to lift a finger
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Move over fire pits, this luxury pizza oven is the new garden status symbolThe Gozney x Tonester Pizza Oven launch is a limited-edition, colourful collaboration. Is it the greatest garden status symbol of this season?
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The simple solution for cooler sleep - our favourite mattress toppers of all timeThe best mattress toppers can help with back pain, night sweats, and more-than-tired mattresses. I've tested them all to find models for every sleep style
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Lidl's £35 barbecue promises low-and-slow cooking for less than the cost of a dinner out - it's set to sell outIt might not rival a Kamado Joe, but the Lidl GrillMeister could help beginners discover why chefs swear by low-and-slow cooking this summer.
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Is this the easiest way to barbecue? The Char Broil is compact, consistent, and completely fuss-freeThe Char Broil Patio Bistro Cube E is a brilliant, electric alternative to gas and charcoal barbecues. Is it an outdoor dining essential?
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The biggest trophy of the month isn’t the world cup, The Correspondent takes the top spot for womenIt's official, the Women's Prize winners have been announced for both fiction and non-fiction. Here's our Books Editor, Zoe's, thoughts on the result
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Forget Sage and De'Longhi, even David Beckham’s backing Ninja's new affordable coffee machinesNinja has launched two coffee machines: one coffee machine for small spaces and one that takes all the complexity out of your hands. Which one will suit you?
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These sofa beds are comfier than your actual bed - and I've tested over 50There are only three of the best sofa beds worth considering for your home. These offer style, space, true comfort, and excellent value for money.
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