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Savannah West

Writing since December 2025• 85 stories contributed

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Savannah West is the Editor-at-Large at Home & Texture, where she leads the editorial team in crafting compelling content across home décor, culinary arts, and lifestyle verticals. Based in Atlanta and a proud HBCU graduate of Clark Atlanta University, she brings expertise from previous tenures at Apartment Therapy and Forbes Home, specializing in interior design trends, spatial organization, and entertaining. Her design philosophy marries Organic and Mid-century Modern aesthetics, reflecting her commitment to creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional. Connect with Savannah on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @thesunherself.

Stories

This DIY Candy Cane Pasta Is the Cutest Holiday Dinner Idea We’ve Seen All Season

by Savannah West | December 16, 2025

Shopping

7 Editor-Approved Gifts for People With Great Taste

by Savannah West | December 3, 2025

Community

The Tastemakers: Meet the Creators Turning Everyday Spaces Into Art

by Savannah West | November 20, 2025

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Best Gifts Small Brands

The holidays are all about meaning, and what better way to add intention to your gift-giving than by shopping small? Whether you're on the hunt for a cozy candle, a...

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Community

Introducing the Design Vanguard: Creatives Shaping the Future of Home and Design

by Savannah West | November 12, 2025

Community, Opinion

Ralph Lauren Christmas Is More Than a Trend—It’s a Holiday Homecoming

by Savannah West | November 8, 2025

Features, Personal Space

A Forever Home in the South: Inside KJ Smith and Skyh Black’s Family Estate

by Savannah West | October 16, 2025

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Reclining Sofa Review

I’ll admit it: I didn’t think I was a reclining sofa kind of girl. I live in a loft with an open floor plan, and the last thing I wanted...

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Interior Design

Inside the Soft, Sculptural Space Tyka Pryde Designed for Serena Page

by Savannah West | October 8, 2025

Amazon Prime Day, Shopping

Here Are 60+ of the Best Deals We Found For Amazon Prime Day

by Savannah West | October 6, 2025

Hosting

How To Host a Game Night Everyone Actually Wants To Come To

by Savannah West | September 10, 2025

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Event Planner Tips

When it comes to throwing a party that people actually talk about the next day—for all the right reasons—it’s all in the planning. A great host knows that it’s not...

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News

This Super Smart Fridge That’s Turning Tomato Season Into a Design Moment

by Savannah West | August 15, 2025

Art, Features

Andre Woolery’s ‘Black Stacks’ Series Honors the Past and Invests in the Future

by Savannah West | August 6, 2025

Community, Hosting

Housewarming 101: Who, What, When, Where, and Why They Matter

by Savannah West | July 31, 2025

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Hosting Party Themes

There’s a certain magic that happens when a dinner party has a theme—suddenly, a regular weeknight meal becomes a full experience. A theme doesn’t have to be elaborate or Pinterest-perfect....

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Editor's Choice, Shopping

This Chic, Smart Coffee Maker Is Worth the Splurge—Here’s Why

by Savannah West | July 9, 2025

Hosting

In Your Hosting Era? Here’s 20+ Holidays To Add to Your Social Calendar

by Savannah West | June 30, 2025

Community

From My Home to Yours: Confessions of a Recovering Minimalist

by Savannah West | June 10, 2025

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Hallway Glow Up

When I first moved into my loft, I poured all my energy into the spaces where we actually live. The kitchen, the dining area, the living room—every corner carefully curated,...

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Community

From Home to Yours: My Daughter Needed More Than a Corner of the Living Room

by Savannah West | May 23, 2025

Community

What It Means to Feel at Home in a Space Built for Us

by Savannah West | May 22, 2025

Community

From My Home to Yours: I Bought Cheap Rugs—and Paid the Price

by Savannah West | May 16, 2025

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Perhaps Gallery Interview

Before Gaetan “GK” launched Perhaps Gallery, he was just trying to redecorate his apartment. It was a couple of years ago—he had just graduated, was working in finance, and wanted...

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Community

A Love Letter to Black Prom Send-Offs and the Homes That Host Them

by Savannah West | May 14, 2025

Community, News

How 'Forever' on Netflix Uses Black Art and Intentional Design to Tell a Deeper Story

by Savannah West | May 13, 2025

Community, Opinion

From My Home to Yours: Why I Reset My Entire Loft Every Night

by Savannah West | May 9, 2025

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Suburbs to City

A year ago, I made a decision that raised more than a few eyebrows—we left our house in the suburbs and moved into a loft in the city. The old...

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Stories

After Viral Backlash, Jalen Noble Addresses the Past—and Future—of His Texas Property

by Savannah West | April 30, 2025

News, Recipes

5 Official Cowboy Carter Tour Cocktails You Can Make at Home

by Savannah West | April 28, 2025

Features

Tony Henry Opens Up About Designing a Dream Home for His Family

by Savannah West | April 24, 2025

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Trader Joe’s New Stores

In a retail era marked by store closures and downsizing, Trader Joe’s is doing the opposite — expanding. The beloved grocery chain has announced 21 new store openings across the...

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Personal Space

A Stylish Creator Shows Us How to Add Warmth to Clean Design

by Savannah West | April 16, 2025

Personal Space

Editor’s Note: This Spring, We’re Bringing You Inside More Homes That Inspire Us

by Savannah West | April 14, 2025

Editor's Choice, Shopping

I've Used Dozens of Bidets, and for $700, This One Takes the Cake

by Savannah West | April 7, 2025

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Spring Refresh

This time of year, there's something almost instinctual about our collective desire to open the windows, blast a good cleaning playlist, and breathe new life into our homes. After months...

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Community

The Ultimate Design & Decor Lover’s Guide to Blavity Fest

by Savannah West | April 2, 2025

Art

Art Beyond the Wall: Unexpected Ways to Infuse Culture into Your Home

by Savannah West | April 1, 2025

Furnish Your Space

This Is The Perfect Full Size Mirror — And It's Less Than $200

by Savannah West | March 31, 2025

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Washable Sectional Sofa

If you’ve spent any time on social media, you’ve probably come across the phrase “white couch era.” It’s a term often used to describe the phase of life when someone,...

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Opinion, Wellness

Opinion: Why "With Love, Meghan" Is the Breath of Fresh Air Black Women Need

by Savannah West | March 18, 2025

Features, Hosting

Mattie James Reveals Her Secrets to Being the Ultimate Host

by Savannah West | March 14, 2025

Bath, Hosting

5 Luxury Resort Details I'm Recreating at Home (and You Should Too)

by Savannah West | March 2, 2025

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Tracie’s Brooklyn Loft

When interior designer Tracie Moore left Macon, Georgia for Brooklyn, she brought an unwavering appreciation for intentional design right up there with her. Her 700-square-foot loft, shared with her partner...

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Personal Space

Yanise Monet and Sam Jay's Harlem Home is Bold and Full of Black Art

by Savannah West | February 24, 2025

Art, Features

ZuCot Gallery is Atlanta's Home for Original Black Art and Innovation

by Savannah West | February 4, 2025

News

H&M Home's Spring 2025 Collection Masters Modern Minimalism

by Savannah West | January 30, 2025

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Salem Goods Puzzles

As young millennials and Gen Z increasingly seek offline hobbies that don't require a side hustle, model Salem Mitchell has transformed her genuine love for puzzles into something bigger. The...

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Personal Space

Inside a London Designer's Home Where Bold Colors and Industrial Elements Make Magic

by Savannah West | January 22, 2025

News

Le Labo and SNL Team Up for Limited-Edition 50th Anniversary Candle

by Savannah West | January 21, 2025

Personal Space

This Tech Executive Created Her Dream French Country Haven

by Savannah West | January 15, 2025

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Furnish Your Space

The beginning of a new year naturally inspires the urge to refresh our homes. Whether you're looking to replace a worn-out sofa, upgrade your dining room, or simply add a...

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Personal Space

A Creative Director's Atlanta Loft Blends Brutalism with Cozy Maximalism

by Savannah West | January 8, 2025

Editor's Choice, Shopping

The Swedish Secret to Affordable, Stylish Area Rugs

by Savannah West | January 8, 2025

Community, Homeownership

Editor's Note: Why We're Making Home Buying Resources More Accessible

by Savannah West | January 8, 2025

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Interior Design Career Advice

The path to becoming an interior designer combines creativity, technical knowledge, and business acumen. While many are drawn to the field through a love of aesthetics and space planning, successful...

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Community, Interior Design, News

Atlanta's Design Renaissance and the Black Creatives Re-Shaping Southern Luxury

by Savannah West | December 30, 2024

Entertaining, Hosting

11 of the Best Christmas Movies for Your Next Night In

by Savannah West | December 23, 2024

Black Owned, News

Did You Know Jamie Foxx Owns a Whiskey Brand?

by Savannah West | December 11, 2024

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Ghetto Gastro

The culinary collective Ghetto Gastro has sparked lots of heated conversations across social media this week (particularly TikTok and Instagram), highlighting the ongoing impact of this groundbreaking brand that has...

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Shopping

This 20-Pound Candle Might Be the Biggest One We've Ever Seen

by Savannah West | December 4, 2024

Shopping

This Artificial Christmas Tree Costs Over $1,000 — Is It Worth It?

by Savannah West | November 22, 2024

Editor's Choice, Shopping

I've Tested Dozens of Throws — This $200 Blanket Is By Far the Best

by Savannah West | November 13, 2024

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Walmart Dining Table

The hunt for the perfect wood dining table often leads to high-end furniture retailers with equally high-end price tags. However, social media users have recently uncovered a surprising source for...

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Personal Space

Step Into This Black Designer's Soulful Philadelphia Apartment

by Savannah West | November 11, 2024

Personal Space

This LA-Based Model Has a Beautiful Condo and a Closet Just for Her Hair

by Savannah West | November 6, 2024

News

H&M Home Unveils Their 2024 Holiday Collection

by Savannah West | October 28, 2024

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Lemon Mug Cake

At Home & Texture, we're always looking for innovative ways to blend technology with home life, so enter our newest franchise: mAIn Ingredient. This series showcases AI-generated recipes that transform...

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Hosting

Editor's Note: Hosting is a Celebration of Culture, Connection, and Home

by Savannah West | August 5, 2024

Bar

Here Are the Best Moscato Wines for the Boujee and Budgeting

by Hayley Hynes | July 19, 2024

Art

Take a Look Inside Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys' Must-See Art Collection

by Savannah West | February 14, 2024

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Valentine’s Day Decor

Remember the excitement of walking into your classroom on Valentine's Day? Construction paper hearts taped to windows, handmade mailboxes overflowing with cards, and the anticipation of candy hearts and chocolate?...

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Community

Home & Texture Celebrates Our 1-Year Anniversary — And We're Just Getting Started

by Savannah West | January 31, 2024

Bedroom

13 Love-Inspired Bedroom Gifts That Set The Mood

by Savannah West | January 29, 2024

Bath

Here's Why You Need a Bidet, and The Best Ones On the Market

by Savannah West | January 29, 2024

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Le Creuset Sale

Luxury French cookware authority Le Creuset rarely discounts their famously superior stoneware, cast iron and stainless steel goods - right now, prices plunge up to 50% off for their revered...

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Plants

This Black Woman Has Over 154 Houseplants — Here Are the Ones You Should Avoid

by Savannah West | January 23, 2024

Decorate

5 Things the Home & Texture Staff is Loving This Week

by Savannah West | January 22, 2024

Technology

This App-Controlled Smart Lock is the Best Tech I've Tried This Year

by Savannah West | December 20, 2023

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Modern Kid Brands

You work hard to make your home look exactly the way you like and, contrary to popular opinion, it should stay that way even after you have children. At Home...

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Decorate, Home

Editor's Choice: 6 Things We're Loving This Month

by Savannah West | November 29, 2023

Decorate

Here Are 6 Pieces We're Loving From Banana Republic Home

by Savannah West | October 11, 2023

Amazon Prime Day, Bedroom

Sleep Sustainably With Sweet Zzz's 15% Off Bamboo Sheets This Prime Day

by Savannah West | October 11, 2023

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Transformer Dining Table

Having people over for dinner or holidays often means cramming around a too-small table or awkwardly splitting up between rooms. Not exactly the warm, communal experience we envision for gathering...

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Decorate

These are 30 of the Best Labor Day Sales to Shop This Weekend

by Savannah West | September 1, 2023

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