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Nikol Slatinska

Shopping Writer, Home

I cover home shopping content with a focus on small-space living. Specifically, I write service-oriented posts aimed at helping readers find the right furniture and storage solutions for their homes, often with a budget-friendly angle.New York, NYKeep up with me on Apartment Therapy

    About Me

    In my role at Apartment Therapy, I'm most passionate about making my home look beautiful and organized and helping our readers do the same — often at a discount. Although I cover my fair share of newsy pieces, my work focuses on long-form service articles that help our audience make informed shopping decisions.

    In my free time, I enjoy reading about fashion and design, watching reality TV, and exploring New York.

    I'm an expert in

    • living room seating
    • home organization
    • bedding

    My education

    University of Missouri - Columbia (Bachelor of Journalism)

    My Big Projects

    Personal Shopper
    Splurge or Save
    The MVPs

    Latest Stories

    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas and Chairs at Design Within Reach — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    These picks include outdoor seating!
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 24, 2026
    12 Stores like West Elm That’ll Cover All Your Mid-Century Furniture and Decor Needs
    Outfit your space in style.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 24, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) Every Pottery Barn Bed Frame — Here Are the Best for Your Space and Style
    Are they worth it?
    Kendall Cornish
    Feb 24, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Accent Chairs at Blu Dot
    They have some of the most beautiful upholstery options we’ve seen.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 19, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas at Ashley — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Don't count this legacy retailer out.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 19, 2026
    I Test Furniture for a Living — This Is the Reading Chair I Recommend
    It can go in almost any room.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 18, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas at Pottery Barn — Here Are the Best for Every Type of Need
    We've simplified the online shopping process.
    Kendall Cornish
    Feb 17, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) Every Sofa at West Elm — Here Are the Best for Every Type of Need
    We went, we saw, we sat.
    Kendall Cornish
    Feb 17, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) Every CB2 Sofa — Here Are the Best Ones to Suit Your Style and Space
    See models from CB2’s collaboration with Goop, too.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 17, 2026
    I Test Sofas for a Living — These Are the 16 Comfiest Sectionals for Every Space
    Shop my picks from West Elm, Ashley, and more top retailers.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 13, 2026
    The 9 Best Coastal-Style Sofas at West Elm, According to Our Editors
    If you want lots of lounging space and little structure, you'll love these picks.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 12, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) Every Coffee Table at West Elm — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    The reviews are in.
    Kendall Cornish
    Feb 10, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Desks at Pottery Barn — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Upgrade your WFH space with one of these timeless desks.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 10, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Rugs at Pottery Barn — Here Are the Best for Your Space and Needs
    Are they really worth it?
    Kendall Cornish
    Feb 10, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Dining Tables at Pottery Barn — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Apartment Therapy's Personal Shopper series continues after a trip to Pottery Barn’s Flatiron store in Manhattan. We tested every dining table in the store to determine which is best for your space.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 10, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas at Blu Dot — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Modern design lovers, this one’s for you.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 10, 2026
    I Just Discovered a Black Friday-Worthy Deal on One of Dyson’s Most Popular Stick Vacuums (Almost 50% Off!)
    It comes with eight attachments!
    Katie Maguire
    Feb 9, 2026
    These Are the 10 Best Sofas I’ve Ever Tested as a Shopping Editor
    There's something for every home.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Feb 5, 2026
    We Tested and Rated West Elm’s Haven Sofa — Here’s Our Honest Review
    It comes in four sizes and a sectional style!
    Katie Maguire
    Jan 30, 2026
    I Test Sofas for a Living — This Is the Best Sleeper Sofa I've Ever Tried
    And it's currently on sale!
    Nikol Slatinska
    Jan 16, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Bed Frames at West Elm — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Shopping
    Which one is best for you?
    Nikol Slatinska
    Jan 16, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) Every Dining Table at West Elm — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Whether you're looking for a classic bistro table for two or a larger farmhouse design for entertaining, you need to read this list.
    Kendall Cornish
    Jan 15, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Dressers at West Elm — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Not enough closet space? Try one of these.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Jan 14, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Accent Chairs at Pottery Barn — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    So many swivel styles!
    Nikol Slatinska
    Jan 13, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Rugs at West Elm — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Shopping
    From soft to rustic, shaggy to plush, West Elm has it all.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Jan 9, 2026
    I Just Discovered the Most Clever Way to Store Handbags Without Eating Up Space
    Each one can hold up to three bags!
    Nikol Slatinska
    Jan 7, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Living Room Seating at Burrow to Determine the Best for Every Space and Need
    Online shopping, simplified.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Jan 7, 2026
    The 9 Best Pottery Barn Sleeper Sofas That Are Equally Stylish and Functional
    You’ll want to keep yours for years.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Jan 6, 2026
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Desks at West Elm — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    You don’t need a home office with these small-space-friendly picks.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Dec 23, 2025
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Accent Chairs at West Elm — Here Are the Best
    Read to find out which one you should get.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Dec 20, 2025
    We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas at Joybird — Here Are the Best Ones
    So many upholstery fabrics and colors!
    Nikol Slatinska
    Dec 19, 2025
    I Tested and Rated West Elm’s Oliver Sofa — Here’s My Honest Review
    Shopping
    It's so affordable!
    Julia O'Donnell
    Dec 19, 2025
    We Tested (and Rated) All the Sofas at Raymour & Flanigan — Here Are the Best for Every Space and Need
    If you can't go in person, we've got you covered.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Dec 18, 2025
    We Tested (and Rated!) Every Coffee Table at Pottery Barn — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
    Here are the best to suit your style and space.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Dec 15, 2025
    I Test Sofas for a Living — These Are the 8 Best Affordable Ones for Every Home
    They look so high-end, too.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Dec 15, 2025
    The 10 Best Editor-Loved Sofas for Lounging and Napping
    Falling asleep on the couch just got a major upgrade.
    Nikol Slatinska
    Dec 15, 2025