5 things that make your bathroom look dull and and the easiest ways to fix them

Published on Feb 06, 2026 11:30 am IST

Spruce up your bathroom with these easy hacks and switches.

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Your bathroom should be your peaceful place but it rarely is. Here are five things that are adding to the clutter and five ways to switch it up, as per Rhea Parekh, VP International Marketing, Sternhagen. expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 06, 2026 11:30 am IST

Your bathroom should be your peaceful place but it rarely is. Here are five things that are adding to the clutter and five ways to switch it up, as per Rhea Parekh, VP International Marketing, Sternhagen.

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Loud, printed hand and bath towels: Replace with neutral waffle-weave towels for texture without visual noise. It’s a small swap that changes the whole mood. expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 06, 2026 11:30 am IST

Loud, printed hand and bath towels: Replace with neutral waffle-weave towels for texture without visual noise. It’s a small swap that changes the whole mood.

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 Harsh white ceiling light: Add warm shadow lighting under the vanity or soft under-mirror lighting. The space shifts from clinical to atmospheric in seconds. expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 06, 2026 11:30 am IST

 Harsh white ceiling light: Add warm shadow lighting under the vanity or soft under-mirror lighting. The space shifts from clinical to atmospheric in seconds.

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Mismatched WC, basin, and faucet: Choose a coordinated bathroom suite so every element speaks the same design language. Visual harmony is instant luxury.  expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 06, 2026 11:30 am IST

Mismatched WC, basin, and faucet: Choose a coordinated bathroom suite so every element speaks the same design language. Visual harmony is instant luxury. 

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Bathroom scent: Introduce a ceramic diffuser or a subtle candle. Fragrance is an invisible layer of luxury most bathrooms miss.  expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 06, 2026 11:30 am IST

Bathroom scent: Introduce a ceramic diffuser or a subtle candle. Fragrance is an invisible layer of luxury most bathrooms miss. 

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Plastic bottles on the counter: Swap shampoos, handwashes, and lotions into ceramic or stone dispensers and place them on a single tray. Instantly calmer, instantly more premium. expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 06, 2026 11:30 am IST

Plastic bottles on the counter: Swap shampoos, handwashes, and lotions into ceramic or stone dispensers and place them on a single tray. Instantly calmer, instantly more premium.

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    Soumya Srivastava

    Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.

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