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Erin Schwartz

Erin Schwartz

Staff Writer

Home decor and practical styling writer. Erin covers the applied side of decorating — how pieces work in real rooms, what fits small apartments, and which trends survive past a season. References Apartment Therapy and Wirecutter coverage alongside manufacturer specs.

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Articles by Erin Schwartz

1549 articles published

Best Pantry Organization Containers (2026)

Best Pantry Organization Containers (2026)

Most pantries aren't short on space. They're short on rectangles. Round bags and odd-shaped boxes waste roughly 30% of a standard 14-inch-deep shelf…

Erin Schwartz Jul 23, 2026
The Best Decorative Throw Pillows in 2026

The Best Decorative Throw Pillows in 2026

Most throw pillow disappointment happens before the pillow arrives: people buy the cover and the insert as one unit, then wonder why a 18x18-inch pillow…

Erin Schwartz Jul 23, 2026
The Best Bathroom Vanity Lights in 2026

The Best Bathroom Vanity Lights in 2026

A vanity light mounted too high throws shadows straight down onto your face, which is exactly why so many bathrooms feel dim even with a bright fixture on…

Erin Schwartz Jul 23, 2026
The Best Picture Frame Sets in 2026

The Best Picture Frame Sets in 2026

Most gallery walls fail for one reason: the frames don't match in depth, so the whole arrangement reads as cluttered instead of curated.

Erin Schwartz Jul 23, 2026
Living Room Lighting Ideas Defining 2026

Living Room Lighting Ideas Defining 2026

Living room lighting has moved past the single ceiling fixture and the lonely table lamp. The 2026 room feels layered, warmer, and more personal: a…

Erin Schwartz Jul 23, 2026
Patio Decor Ideas That Are Defining 2026

Patio Decor Ideas That Are Defining 2026

The patio stopped being a place to park a grill and a couple of plastic chairs. This year it's a room, and people are decorating it like one.

Erin Schwartz Jul 23, 2026