Rebecca Messina
Editor, YourHomeStyle.uk
Rebecca is the Digital Editor of Your Home and HomeStyle. Having recently bought her first home, she's regularly poring over the latest decor trends for inspiration, and has special soft spot for French and Mediterranean styles.
Recent articles by Rebecca Messina
10 relaxed garden bar ideas that will make your summer even better
We share the best outdoor bar ideas, from eye-catching tiki bars to fold-out garden wall bars for smaller spaces
Prepare for winter power cuts with this essential blackout kit
Stay warm, comfortable and entertained even when the power goes out with battery-powered and rechargeable home tech for your home blackout kit
Best hot chocolate makers for winter 2025: the secret to perfect cocoa every time
Check our the YourHomeStyle team's pick of the best hot chocolate makers - including the Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser, and affordable dupes like Salter's Chocolatier
The best artificial Christmas trees for 2024: top brands, tried and tested
Read on to find out our tried and tested verdict on some of the best artificial Christmas trees
Best small dehumidifiers to keep damp at bay
Protect your home from excess moisture and mould with one of our top five dehumidifiers, to suit all budgets
Battery powered lamps that don't compromise on style
Check out our pick of the best battery-operated lamps on the market, from Amazon, Wayfair, and more
Joe Wicks' healthy turkey cheeseburger
This light, American-style turkey cheeseburger is a health-conscious alternative if you're cutting down on fatty red meat
Farrow & Ball alternatives: colour dupes from Dulux, Crown and B&Q
Decorating on a budget? Read on for our pick of the closest equivalents to classic Farrow & Ball colours like Hague Blue, Cornforth White, Dead Salmon and Railings from Dulux, B&Q and Crown
Buyer's guide | The best freezers on the market right now
From the best budget-friendly, energy-efficient models to the tallest or smallest fridge freezer, we've researched the best models for 2024
The best bathroom mirror cabinets for a powder room glow-up
Jazz up your bathroom with one of these mirrored bathroom cabinets, with features like LED lighting, extra storage and demisting pads
'I cut my energy and fuel bills by £3,325 a year - here's how you can, too!'
Torrin Stafford slashed his annual household energy bills by 70% retrofitting his family home with green energy measures
The best pizza ovens for homes and gardens
Whip up restaurant-quality pizzas in minuted with these home pizza ovens, including electric countertop models and outdoor wood-burning pizza ovens
We reviewed the bestselling JML DriBUDDI heated clothes airer - and here's what we thought
The JML DriBUDDI is one of the most popular heated airers on the market - but how does it perform? We put the DriBUDDI to the test, and here's what we thought...
These are the best Farrow & Ball colours to use in your bedroom
From the Parisian elegance of Peignoir to striking Preference Red, we share our favourite Farrow & Ball shades for creating a relaxing bedroom scheme
Christmas checklist: 18 things to buy and do in run-up to Christmas
From tin foil to ice cubes, let us help you tick off your Christmas to-do list!
The best Yankee Candle scents for Christmas
These are the Yankee Candle Christmas scents you don't want to miss this year
Christmas trends 2023 | your ultimate guide to this year's trending looks and decorations
From dopamine decor to classic vintage, take a look at the 2023 Christmas trends you don't want to miss!
Christmas gift ideas for interiors enthusiasts
Check up our round-up of trending home decor and homeware gift ideas for all budgets from Jonathon Adler, KitchenAid, and more!
The best quirky Christmas baubles
A few unique baubles on your Christmas tree will make your festive décor feel truly personal. Here's our round-up of the best quirky baubles on the market this year.
The best Christmas napkins for a festive tablescape
Brighten up your Christmas dinner with festive napkins for your table from M&S, Emma Bridgewater, Dunelm and more
The best outdoor Christmas decorations to make your garden magical
Forget a few strings of light-up icicles – these outdoor Christmas decorations are sure to add some wow factor to your home this festive season
Get your hands on these fab Christmas tree skirts
Add the perfect finishing touch to your tree with our pick of the best Christmas tree collars
11 of the best Christmas tree toppers for 2024
Give your decorations the perfect finishing touch with our fabulous Christmas tree topper picks for 2024, from designer styles to more affordable options we've got you covered...
Best heated clothes airers to dry laundry when skies are grey
Electric clothes airers are cheaper than a tumble dryer, portable and more energy-efficient than you might think - here's our pick of the best, including the new Aldi heated clothes airer
