
Lauren Hughes
Lauren is the former Deputy Digital Editor at woman&home and became a journalist mainly because she enjoys being nosy. With a background in features journalism, Lauren worked on the woman&home brand for four years before going freelance. Before woman&home Lauren worked across a variety of women's lifestyle titles, including GoodTo, Woman's Own, and Woman magazine. After starting out working for a local paper in Yorkshire, her journalism career took her to Bristol where she hunted out stories for national papers and magazines at Medavia news agency, before landing a job in London working as a lifestyle assistant.
Lauren loves helping people share their stories, bringing experiences to life online, honing her interview techniques with everyone from authors to celebrities, headteachers to local heroes. As well as having a good nose for a story, Lauren has a passion for the English language and years of experience optimizing digital content to reach the widest audience possible. During her time at w&h, Lauren has worked on big brand campaigns like the Amazing Women Awards and assisted in developing w&h expert-approved Buyer's Guides—the place to go if you're looking to splash out on an important purchase and want some trusted advice. In addition to her journalism career, Lauren also has a background in copywriting for prestigious brands such as Inhabit Hotel, eco-development K'in in Tulum, social enterprise The Goldfinger Factory and leading London architect Holland Harvey, using language in all its glorious forms, from detailed guidebooks to snappy social content.
A big fan of adventure, Lauren is also a keen travel writer and loves sharing tips on where to find the best places to eat, drink, and be merry off the beaten track. Lauren has written a series of travel guides for London hotels and loves sharing her insights into a destination's cultural and culinary offerings. If you need a recommendation on any UK destination, she's more than happy to help. At the weekend, you'll usually find her hanging out with her pet cat (or anyone else's pet she can get her hands on), escaping to the countryside, or devouring a good book.
Latest articles by Lauren Hughes
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Prince Harry shares the heartbreaking moment Meghan Markle told him she was going to take her own life
"The scariest thing for me was her clarity of thought"
By Lauren Hughes Published
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This is the Queen's favorite great-grandchild, according to a royal expert
We can certainly see that Her Majesty and this great-grandchild would have a lot in common!
By Lauren Hughes Published
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16 remarkable facts about Princess Margaret that will make you look at the royal in a new light
Thought Prince Harry was the naughtiest royal? Think again...
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Royal expert reveals 'there's a long way to go' in healing Prince Harry and Prince William's rift
Prince William and Prince Harry had a 'heart-to-heart' at Prince Philip's funeral
By Georgia Farquharson Published
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Kate Middleton reveals the one thing that gets her through difficult times—and it’s seriously relatable
The Duchess opens up about parenthood
By Georgia Farquharson Published
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The Crown producers are reportedly struggling to find an actor to play Prince Andrew in the upcoming season
Series 5 of The Crown will see all roles recast as part of a time jump
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Meghan Markle reveals her heartbreaking ‘one regret’ after leaving the Royal Family
The Duchess of Sussex has spoken freely about how difficult she found life within the Royal Family
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Camilla shares some exciting news while looking stylish in monochrome
The Duchess has marked an exciting new chapter in a personal project
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Olivia Colman just got candid about wetting herself on stage –and her honesty is so refreshing
Olivia Colman isn't one to shy away from embarrassing topics and this revelation is perhaps her most personal yet!
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Prince Harry narrated a special video for Earth Day and included a touching tribute to Prince Philip
Prince Harry has worked with nonprofit organization African Parks on a video to highlight the importance on protecting our planet for Earth Day 2021
By Lauren Hughes Published
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The Duchess of Cambridge stuns in an elegant coat dress for her first royal engagement since Prince Philip's funeral
The Duchess of Cambridge looked regal and sophisticated for a surprise trip to East Ham Squadron, Air Training Corps
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Elizabeth II's ascension to the throne rocked her marriage - but she and Philip were always destined to recover
Like with any marriage, the couple had their ups and downs throughout their lifelong relationship
By Lauren Hughes Published
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The Queen looks solitary sitting alone, as she bids a final farewell to husband Prince Philip
The Monarch occupied a row to herself due to Covid-19 restrictions at the funeral of her husband of 73 years, the Duke of Edinburgh
By Lauren Hughes Published
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The Duchess of Cambridge's subtle tribute to the Queen at Prince Philip's funeral
The Royal Family bid an emotional farewell to the Duke of Edinburgh today
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Mike Tindall shares a candid photograph of Prince Philip and great-granddaughter Mia - and it's such a beautiful moment
The photograph was taken by the Duchess of Cambridge
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Prince Philip's funeral will reflect his love of the sea with these touching details
It's going to be a beautiful service for Prince Philip
By Lauren Hughes Published
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7 ways to protect your hearing and prevent everyday damage
Simple changes can make all the difference
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Are river cruises safe from Covid? Here's everything you need to know
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Meghan Markle due not to attend Prince Philip’s funeral for this reason
The mother-of-one is expecting her second child and is advised not to travel in this advanced stage of pregnancy...
By Lauren Hughes Published
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The Duchess of Cambridge's elegant frosted blue scallop cardigan from Boden is back in stock
But you'll have to be quick if you want to snap one up!
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Gun salutes take place across the UK, Gibraltar and warships at sea to honor Prince Philip
The Duke of Edinburgh passed away this week, aged 99
By Lauren Hughes Published
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Olivia Colman admits ‘I’m slightly in love with the Queen’
The star of The Crown confesses her affection for the monarch
By Charlie Bell Published
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Mrs Hinch shares a genius hack for keeping your bathroom tidy
This looks great!
By Lauren Hughes Published
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The Queen wrote ‘wickedly funny’ letters on behalf of her beloved corgis
“I remember holding my stomach, howling with laughter,” Alexander Armstrong tells viewers of the documentary
By Lauren Hughes Published