Meet the 2023 Stylemakers

Every year, a fresh wave of creatives quietly (and sometimes loudly) rewires what “good taste” looks like in real life.
Not in the intimidating, museum-rope way. In the you can actually live here waywhere the sofa is comfortable,
the pantry makes sense, the plants are thriving-ish, and your skin-care routine doesn’t require a spreadsheet.

The 2023 Stylemakers are a mix of designers, creators, tastemakers, plant lovers, and wellness prospeople who influence
how homes look, how tables get set, how gardens grow, and how we take care of ourselves in the process. Some are household
names; others are the “your-favorite-designer’s-favorite-designer” type. Together, they tell a very 2023 story:
style isn’t just how something looksit’s how something works, how it feels, and whether
it makes you want to invite people over without panic-cleaning the baseboards.

What “Stylemaker” Means in 2023

In 2023, a Stylemaker isn’t simply someone with a great eye. It’s someone who helps shape the everyday: the way a living room
supports your nervous system, the way dinner can be both impressive and weeknight-easy, the way a garden (or one heroic pothos)
changes the mood of a space.

The best part? You don’t need a six-figure renovation or a professional pantry labeler (although no judgmentlabels are fun).
The Stylemakers’ most repeatable ideas are often the smallest: a bolder paint choice, a smarter layout, a little more texture,
an intentional ritual, a plant placed exactly where it makes you exhale.

The 4 Big Style Themes the 2023 Class Keeps Repeating (For a Reason)

1) Livable luxury beats “perfect” luxury

2023 style has a strong “come sit” energy. Think soft edges, tactile fabrics, vintage pieces with stories, and rooms that look
designed and used. It’s not sloppy; it’s relaxed. The vibe is “this home is ready for life” rather than “please do not
breathe near the throw pillows.”

2) Personal style is the point, not an afterthought

The 2023 Stylemakers keep emphasizing individualityyour actual preferences, your traditions, your daily routines.
Rooms feel more collected than curated, more “I chose this” than “an algorithm chose this for me.”

3) Nature is no longer a decorative extrait’s a design ingredient

Plants, flowers, natural materials, outdoor living, and garden-forward thinking show up everywhere. Even indoors, nature isn’t
limited to a single leafy corner. It’s in textures (wood, stone, linen), colors (earthy greens, clay tones), and in the decision
to let something living share your space.

4) Wellness is built into the environment

Wellness in 2023 isn’t only about smoothies and steps. It’s about how your home supports rest, movement, skincare, and confidence.
Lighting matters. Storage matters. A “get-ready” zone that doesn’t stress you out? Also matters.

Home Heroes: Style that Shows Up for Your Actual Life

The Home Heroes in the 2023 Stylemakers group highlight a simple truth: a good home is both beautiful and helpful. It holds your stuff,
reflects your personality, and makes daily tasks feel less like chores and more like… manageable quests.

Accessible style that still feels special

One of the most practical design moves in 2023 is treating “affordable” like a feature, not a limitation. The idea:
pick a few standout shapes or finishes (curves, warm metals, cozy textures), then repeat them in smaller ways around your space.
A sculptural lamp echoes a curved chair. A warm brass picture frame nods to warm hardware. Suddenly, it looks intentional.

Try it: Choose one “signature” elementrounded silhouettes, checkerboard pattern, warm wood tonesand add it in three places:
one large (like a chair or rug), one medium (like a lamp), one small (like a tray or frame). Three is enough to look planned.

Design that’s good for your brain

A major 2023 shift is designing for emotion: calmer entryways, softer bedrooms, lighting that doesn’t feel like an interrogation,
and layouts that reduce friction. In practice, that can be as simple as putting a bowl near the door for keys, adding a charging
spot that keeps cords from multiplying, or swapping one harsh bulb for a warmer tone.

Try it: Pick one daily stress point (shoes everywhere, mail piles, kitchen chaos). Fix that one issue with a basket,
a hook, or a tray. It’s not glamorous, but neither is stepping on a LEGO.

The art of “arranging” is really the art of editing

Styling in 2023 isn’t about filling every surface. It’s about leaving room for the eye to rest and letting a few objects do the talking.
Strong vignettes often have: (1) one grounding piece (a stack of books or a tray), (2) one sculptural item (a vase, bowl, or candle),
(3) one natural element (a branch, stem, or plant), and (4) one personal object (a photo or meaningful find).

Try it: Clear a coffee table completely. Add back only four things: books, something tall, something textured, something personal.
Stop there. Walk away. Congratulations, you are now “minimalist adjacent.”

Color confidence without chaos

2023 color is playful but grounded. Instead of neon-everything, it’s more like “one bold moment” supported by neutrals and texture.
A patterned wallpaper in a powder room. A painted ceiling in a dining nook. A deep green in the entry. It’s confident, not chaotic.

Try it: Want bold color but fear regret? Put it somewhere small: the back of a bookshelf, a bathroom vanity, a single interior door,
or a thrifted side table. If you love it, scale up. If you don’t, repainting a door is cheaper than therapy.

Rental-friendly upgrades that look custom

The 2023 Stylemakers also prove you can make a rental feel elevated without doing anything that makes a landlord’s eye twitch.
The playbook: peel-and-stick wallpaper used strategically (not everywhere), swap in better hardware (and save the old),
add high-impact lighting, and use large-scale art to shift the “builder basic” vibe.

Try it: Replace one light fixture if you’re allowedor add plug-in sconces. Then anchor the room with a large rug and long curtains
hung high. Instant “this place has character” energy.

Innovative Tastemakers: The New Entertaining Is More Human

Food-and-hosting Stylemakers in 2023 lean into two things at once: creativity and realism. The era of pretending every Tuesday dinner is a
magazine shoot is over (thank you). The new goal is warmth, ease, and a little surprise.

Make it feel special without making it hard

A “special” meal doesn’t require a 14-step sauce. Often it’s one elevated detail: a fresh herb finish, a crunchy topping, a great condiment,
or a clever plating move. Entertaining, too, has shifted: fewer formal rules, more “set up a pretty station and let people help themselves.”

Try it: Build a snack board that isn’t trying too hard: something creamy, something salty, something pickled, something sweet,
and something crunchy. Add a handful of herbs or citrus slices so it looks like you have your life together.

Host around a theme that gives people an easy “in”

The most memorable gatherings are often built around one simple theme: “winter soup night,” “garden pasta,” “Sunday breakfast tacos,”
or “make-your-own sundae.” Themes reduce decision fatigue for you and give guests a fun focuswithout turning your living room into a
craft-store explosion.

Try it: Plan a “one-pan night.” Everything comes from sheet pans or a single pot. Your sink will thank you. Your guests will never know
you chose the theme because you didn’t want to do dishes.

Plant People: The Green Thread Running Through Everything

In the 2023 Stylemaker world, plants aren’t accessoriesthey’re mood-setters. They soften architecture, add movement, and bring life to spaces that feel flat.
And the best plant advice in 2023 isn’t “be perfect.” It’s “build a relationship with your light.”

Arrangements that look wild (but intentional)

Floral style in 2023 is less “tight ball of roses” and more “a gathering of interesting stems.” The magic is contrast:
something airy, something structured, something unexpected. A little fruit. A branch. A houseplant clipping. Nature’s remix.

Try it: Next time you buy flowers, add one “weird” ingredient: rosemary sprigs, a twiggy branch, citrus, or a leaf from a houseplant.
Use a simple vessel. Let it look like you just “happened” to be effortlessly cool.

Garden thinking for people without gardens

Not everyone has outdoor space. Plant-forward style still works: windowsill herbs, balcony containers, and indoor “micro-zones”
where you group plants together for higher humidity and easier watering routines.

Try it: Create one plant station: a tray, two plants with similar light needs, and a cute watering can.
The station becomes a habit. Habits keep plants alive. (Mostly.)

Wellness Warriors: Beauty, Movement, and ConfidenceWithout the Pressure

Wellness in the 2023 Stylemaker universe is refreshingly practical. It’s not “optimize everything.” It’s “make care easier to keep.”
That might mean a skincare routine you’ll actually do, a workout you’ll actually repeat, or a hair routine that celebrates texture instead of fighting it.

Beauty that feels like self-respect, not self-critique

2023 beauty trends are less about masking and more about supporting: barrier-first skincare, glow, and confidence that doesn’t require perfection.
The point is to look like you, just well-rested (even if you’re not).

Try it: Make a “get-ready” zone that reduces friction: a mirror with good light, a small tray for daily products, and a drawer organizer
so you aren’t digging for mascara like it’s an archaeological project.

Movement that fits real schedules

The wellness Stylemakers emphasize consistency over drama. Short workouts. Walks that count. Strength work that’s doable.
The vibe is: move your body because it’s yours, not because you’re being graded.

Try it: Pick a “default workout” you can do on your busiest day10 minutes counts. Put the mat where you can see it.
Convenience is motivation’s best friend.

How to Borrow Stylemaker Energy Without Rebuilding Your Whole Life

Step 1: Choose your “hero move”

A hero move is one noticeable change that shifts a room quickly: paint, lighting, curtains, a big rug, or a standout piece of art.
Choose one. Don’t start five projects at once unless chaos is your love language.

Step 2: Make one routine prettier

Style isn’t only visualit’s behavioral. Upgrade one daily ritual: coffee, skincare, bedtime reading, or Sunday prep.
A better tray, better lighting, and a designated spot can turn “I should do this” into “I want to do this.”

Step 3: Add something living

A plant, flowers, herbs, a branch in a vasenature instantly softens a space. It also reminds you to water something,
which is oddly grounding.

Step 4: Make hosting easier than you think

Keep a “fast hosting kit”: candles, napkins, a serving board, and a playlist. When friends drop by, you can turn your home into
a vibe in five minutes.

The 2023 Stylemakers Roster

The 2023 class spans four categoriesHome Heroes, Innovative Tastemakers, Plant People, and Wellness Warriors. Here’s the full roster.

Home Heroes

• Drew Barrymore
• Nathan Turner
• Ditte Isager
• Colin King
• Heidi Caillier
• Bobby Berk
• Amanda Reynal
• Dabito
• Annie Sloan
• Jake Arnold
• Robin Zachary
• NeKeia McSwain
• Stacey Bewkes
• Dexter and Byron Peart
• Lewis Miller
• Patti Carpenter
• Rebecca Gardner
• Brigette Romanek
• Suzanne Rheinstein
• Keyanna Bowen
• Billie Scheepers
• Iris Apfel

Innovative Tastemakers

• Sophia Roe
• Homa Dashtaki
• Claire Ptak
• Jamie Oliver
• Susan Spungen
• Hetty Lui McKinnon
• Andrea Gentl

Plant People

• Matthew Muscarella
• Monty Don
• Terremoto

Wellness Warriors

• Alicia Yoon
• Mally Roncal
• Justine Bateman
• Carolina Contreras
• Denise Austin
• Katie Austin
• Nyakio Grieco
• Emma Lovewell

Stylemaker-Inspired Experiences You Can Try ()

The easiest way to understand “Stylemaker” energy isn’t to scroll another mood boardit’s to do something. Think of the next few ideas
as mini experiences you can borrow from the 2023 Stylemakers’ playbooks, no professional credentials required.

1) The 60-Minute “Home Hero” Reset

Set a timer for one hour and pick one small zone: your entryway, bedside table, coffee station, or bathroom counter.
First, clear it completely. Yes, completely. The surface must experience freedom.
Then rebuild it with intention: one functional item (keys bowl, catchall tray, tissue box), one comforting item (candle, hand cream),
one personal detail (photo, postcard, tiny art), and one “lift” (a plant, a flower stem, a pretty container).
The experience here is emotional: you’ll feel your shoulders drop because one corner of your home is no longer asking for help.

2) The “One Bold Thing” Color Dare

Choose a bold move that’s reversible: paint a thrifted side table, add peel-and-stick wallpaper inside a cabinet, or swap in a statement shower curtain.
As you work, notice the tiny thrill of doing something slightly brave. That’s the point.
The best Stylemaker choices are often the ones that feel like permissionpermission to have taste, to have fun, to be a person who owns a paintbrush.

3) The Plant-Person Walk (Even If You’re Not a Plant Person)

Take a slow lap through a garden center, farmers market, or even a neighborhood with mature trees. Pay attention to shapes and textures:
spiky leaves, soft leaves, trailing vines, woody branches, glossy greens. Now bring home one small thing living:
herbs for the kitchen, a pothos, a bunch of flowers, or a branch you found on your walk.
Put it somewhere you’ll see every day. The experience becomes a tiny ritualwater, trim, rearrange, repeat.
It’s surprisingly grounding to care for something that isn’t an email.

4) The “Tastemaker” Hang: Host a Zero-Stress Bite Night

Invite a friend (or two) and keep it radically simple: one store-bought dip, one homemade item, and one pretty drink.
Serve everything on one board or tray. Put on music. Light a candle. That’s it.
The experience is connectionyour home becomes a place where people can land, laugh, snack, and feel cared for.
You’re not performing. You’re creating a mood.

5) The Wellness Night That Actually Happens

Instead of planning an elaborate self-care routine, build a “repeatable” one. Five minutes of skincare. Ten minutes of stretching.
A shower with a good scent. A calm light in the bedroom. A phone charger that lives outside arm’s reach.
The experience isn’t just relaxationit’s relief. You’re making tomorrow easier by treating tonight like it matters.
That’s real 2023 wellness: design your environment so the good habits feel like the default, not the exception.

Conclusion: Why the 2023 Stylemakers Still Matter

The 2023 Stylemakers aren’t pushing a single “look.” They’re pushing a single idea: style should support a life.
A home can be both beautiful and practical. Food can be both creative and doable. Plants can be both wild and welcoming.
Wellness can be both inspiring and realistic.

If you take one lesson from the 2023 class, let it be this: you don’t need to overhaul everything.
Pick one corner, one habit, one color, one plant, one gatheringand make it feel like you.
That’s how style becomes lived, not just liked.