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Below, please find examples of some of the stories I am most proud of. As I have written and edited several thousand articles, including for sites that no longer exist (RIP, xoVain), this is by no means a complete list. If you are looking for examples of my recent branded or strategy work, please email me directly!
AS AN EXPERT…
As a writer and editor…
What happened to obsessive compulsive cosmetics?
Cult beauty brand OCC had everything: dedicated fans, high-profile ambassadors, and products in the biggest stores. So why did the label shutter overnight?
WE DRESSED ALIKE FOR A WEEK TO PROVE STYLE HAS NO SIZE
Mainstream fashion would have you believe that style stops at a size 8 — and that’s not true. Jess Torres and I styled a week of matching outfits to prove that fashion is for every body.
WELLNESS NEEDS TO STOP FETISHIZING ‘BALLET BODIES’
Fitness classes and wellness gurus use the term “ballet body” as a way to sell the world on extreme thinness — and actual dancers want it to stop.
TATTOO ARTIST SOPHIE C’EST LA VIE ON FEMINISM AND FASHION
“I dress for myself. It’s not for others. So if I feel good about my look, I feel confident. That’s what I care about.”
MODERN LOVE CLUB’S AMY VAN DORAN ON STYLE AND SELF-LOVE
”If there’s any way for there to be more wonder or joy In the world, I want to be part of that.”
BUSHWICK FILM FESTIVAL FOUNDER KWEIGHBAYE KOTEE TAKES FASHION FREEDOM SERIOUSLY
”I have the freedom to express who I am 24/7".”
HERE’S WHAT IT’S LIKE TO GO TO COACHELLA AS A VIP
As an introvert, the world’s biggest music festival is the last place I thought I’d be.
I TRIED EVERY BLACK LIPSTICK AT THE DRUGSTORE — THIS IS THE BEST
Think your dark soul can only be satisfied by expensive lip products? Think again.
WE RECREATED GAP’S ‘90S CAMPAIGN TO SHOW OUR SUPERMODEL STYLE
”This outfit made me feel like Naomi Campbell!”
I TESTED THE SCARIEST FACE MASK IN THE WORLD TO SEE IF IT’S WORTH THE HYPE
Short answer: Yes, but be careful.
I TRIED CHEAP VS. EXPENSIVE BLACK TIGHTS, AND THE WINNER IS CLEAR
Your classic winter wardrobe staple might need a major upgrade — is spending the $$$ worth it?
HERE’S HOW TO ORGANIZE EVEN THE BIGGEST MAKEUP COLLECTION
Even if you’re hoarding more products than a Sephora, here’s how to get (and stay!) organized.
XOVIDEO: HOW TO BLEND YOUR EYESHADOW
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