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Southern Living at Home Review 2026

Southern Living magazine home decor division dissolved 2013

1.3

HomeBusinessWatch Rating

Last updated: March 20, 2026

What is Southern Living at Home?

Southern-style home decor and entertaining products inspired by Southern Living magazine, discontinued after parent company ended the division.

Pros

  • Connected to beloved Southern Living magazine brand
  • Quality home decor products during operation
  • Southern hospitality culture among consultants

Cons

  • DEFUNCT - Dissolved in 2013
  • Consultants lost businesses abruptly
  • Parent company ended direct sales division
  • No warning given to consultant network

Rating Breakdown

Residual Income
1.0

Potential for ongoing passive income

Simplicity
1.5

Easy to understand and execute

Transparency
1.2

Clear about costs, requirements, and income

Community & Support
1.5

Quality of training and community

Value for Money
1.3

Worth the investment

Overall Rating
1.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Living at Home

What happened to Southern Living at Home?
The parent company Time Inc. shut down Southern Living at Home in 2013, ending the direct sales division abruptly and leaving consultants without businesses.
Can you still buy Southern Living home products?
The direct sales division no longer exists. Southern Living magazine continues but home products are only available through licensed retail partnerships.