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Writer. Journalist. Storyteller.

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ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Kelsey. Nice to meet you.

I’m a writer, journalist, content storytelling expert, and former attorney obsessed with all things related to the written word. I’ve been published in many outlets including Business Insider, Condé Nast Traveler, Allure, Playboy, Coveteur, Byrdie, and Flaunt Magazine, writing editorial articles, reported pieces, and commercial content. I specialize in culture, travel, beauty, wellness, tech, politics, and relationships. My portfolio with a sampling of published work is below. Shoot me a message—I’d love to work with you.

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Beauty & Wellness

  • A person with curly hair wearing a red top and jeans working with small bottles and vials in a laboratory or apothecary setting, with shelves of bottles behind them.

    Coveteur

    How To Create A Cult Fragrance, According To Marissa Zappas

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  • Person undergoing a purple LED light therapy session with their eyes closed, lying on a bed.

    Robb Report

    Spas Are Leaning Into Science-Based Treatments More Than Ever Before

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  • A woman with a towel wrapped around her head, relaxing with her eyes closed.

    Byrdie

    RMS Beauty Is Your Makeup-Meets-Skincare Shortcut to an Effortless Glow

    Read Here
  • A white tube of Nécessaire The Body Lotion with black text on it.

    Allure

    13 Best Lotions for Dry, Itchy Skin, According to Dermatologists

    Read Here
  • Three colorful tubes of skincare product from I.D. Swiss Botanicals are arranged on a red volcanic rock surrounded by black water with a gradient background of green, blue, purple, and pink hues.

    Coveteur

    Neurocosmetics: The Biohacking Beauty Trend Revolutionizing Skincare

    Read Here
  • Three bottles of Henry Jacques perfume arranged on a clear stand against a background with abstract red and pink shapes.

    Coveteur

    Would A $133,000 Rose By Any Other Name Smell As Sweet?

    Read Here
  • A woman with caramel hair wearing a black top with a deep neckline, standing against a warm yellow background with a blurred, layered effect.

    Coveteur

    Scent-sual Seduction: Fragrances That Make the First Move

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  • A woman lying in a white bathtub with a smile, wearing a white robe and underwear, with her head resting on the edge of the tub.

    Coveteur

    You Need a Body Skincare Routine

    Read Here
  • A still life painting of various fruits and cheese, including an apple, grapes, a pineapple, a peach, cherries, hazelnuts, bread, and a wheel of cheese, arranged on a table with a dark background.

    Coveteur

    For Love or Honey: Honeyed Fragrances Are on the Rise

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  • A person sitting on a surfboard in the ocean, looking at the camera, with cloudy sky in the background.

    Coveteur

    The Scent of Water: The Best Aquatic Fragrances

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  • A woman with dark, wavy hair smiling and laughing, wearing a sheer black top with a snake graphic and a black jacket with orange and white stripes.

    Playboy

    The Female-Owned Crave is Putting Pleasure Front and Center

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Culture, Art & Fashion

  • Close-up of a child's face bathed in rainbow-colored lights, showing calm and contemplative expression.

    Off Chance Magazine

    Are We in a Golden Age of the Female Gaze?

    Read Here
  • Woman with long blonde hair wearing a beige suit and high heels, reclining on a black leather couch in a modern office with large windows overlooking a cityscape.

    Coveteur

    In the Interest of Full Transparency

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  • A woman with long curly black hair, wearing a white sweater decorated with colorful buttons, is smiling with her eyes closed and holding her hair up.

    Coveteur

    Gavin Turek Is No One’s Sad Girl

    Read Here
  • A woman sitting against a graffiti-covered wall with a press badge on her chest, while two armed surveillance or military personnel walk past her in the foreground.

    Off Chance Magazine

    "Someday, Live Feeds From War Zones May Be Normalized, Too. Then What Will Shock Us to Act?" 

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  • Close-up of two people standing side by side, one wearing a black long-sleeve shirt with blue jeans and a large ornate belt buckle, the other wearing a black sleeveless top and black pants with a similar belt buckle. The person in black has their arm linked with the other person's arm.

    Coveteur

    A Night at the Country Line Dance

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  • Women dressed in traditional Middle Eastern clothing, with facial tattoos, standing outdoors against a mountainous landscape.

    Coveteur

    'Dune: Part Two' Does a Great Job Dressing Up Men’s Worst Fears

    Read Here
  • A young man with dark hair lying shirtless on grass during sunset, gazing at the camera with one arm behind his head.

    Coveteur

    Are We Actually Ready to Eat the Rich–Or Do We Just Love Watching Them?

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  • Close-up of a young woman with blonde wavy hair and blue eyes, looking directly at the camera, indoors with soft lighting.

    Coveteur

    The Dystopian Journey of AI Headshots

    Read Here
  • Black and white patterned image featuring three repetitions of a woman with sunglasses, holding her hand to her forehead, with 'PARIS' written below each image.

    Coveteur

    In Defense of Paris

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  • A smiling woman in a red hat and blue and white jacket holding a handmade sign that says 'GOD BLESS AMERICA!' during a rally outside a government building with columns. Other protestors and flags are visible in the background.

    Playboy

    Trump’s Karens Are Here to Stay

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  • Protester holding a cardboard sign that says "My Body My Choice" in a crowded city street at night with bright lights and billboards.

    Playboy

    You Know Us: A Letter From a Clinic Escort

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  • A wooden judge's gavel resting on a pink flower with a wooden base.

    Flaunt Magazine

    Cool Girl Inner-Monologue

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Travel

  • A person lying on their back with eyes closed, illuminated by red light.

    Condé Nast Traveler

    Why Are We Treating Tech Burnout With… More Tech?

    Read Here
  • A rustic restaurant called 'Broken Spoke' at dusk with neon signs, an American flag, and cars parked in front.

    Coveteur

    Cowboys, Crypto, & Climate Change in Austin, TX

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  • Historic castle-like building with a clock tower, framed by green foliage, against a partly cloudy sky.

    Coveteur

    Four Days in Edinburgh: Strawberry Season in the Heart of Dark Academia

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  • Hotel Emma building surrounded by lush trees under a clear blue sky.

    Coveteur

    The Top-Rated Luxury Hotel in America Isn’t Where You Think It Is

    Read Here
  • Luxury beachfront resort with modern white villas, palm trees, and a sandy shoreline under a partly cloudy sky.

    Coveteur

    In Search of Blue Skies, Biomarkers, and Travertine Fever Dreams in Anguilla

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  • A street scene featuring a red and yellow tram with the number 2003, an ornate building with balconies decorated with green plants, and bright neon signs including one that reads 'FAMOUS NEW ORLEANS PO BOYS' in a busy area with palm trees and tall buildings.

    Coveteur

    The Definitive New Orleans Travel Guide

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Love & Relationships

  • A man and woman dressed in formal attire standing together inside a grand historic building, holding a bouquet of white roses and greenery, smiling at the camera.

    Business Insider

    I made myself go on a date every day of the week. I ended up marrying the guy from Tuesday.

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  • A person signing a document with two gold wedding rings resting on top of the paper.

    Business Insider

    I'm a former divorce attorney. Here are 5 subtle red flags I learned to look out for in relationships.

    Read Here
  • Person holding another person's hands, conveying comfort and support.

    Business Insider

    I'm a former divorce attorney. I was shocked at how much grief I felt after my friends got divorced.

    Read Here
  • Yellow tray with a red heart face illustration with sunglasses and gold earrings shaped like cats, on a wooden surface.

    Coveteur

    Does Valentine’s Day Even Matter?

    Read Here
  • Close-up of a classical marble statue of a woman and a man, seemingly in a moment of intimate conversation, tinted pink.

    Coveteur

    Today’s Young Singles Are “Dating for the Plot”

    Read Here
  • Two people sitting in bed behind a large green and wooden headboard, reading newspapers. There are two bedside lamps, a black telephone, and a laptop on the nightstands. The person on the left is wearing a dark blazer and the person on the right is wearing a striped shirt.

    Coveteur

    How to Survive and Thrive This Cuffing Season

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  • Black and white hands drawing upward trending red and black line graphs on a grid background.

    Coveteur

    Is a “Great Divorce” Really On the Horizon?

    Read Here
  • A black and white photo of two hands clasped together, positioned in front of three red heart shapes on a textured beige background.

    Coveteur

    The Questionable Origin of Love Languages

    Read Here
  • Two women in wedding dresses sitting on the floor, looking at each other with serious expressions, in an indoor setting.

    Coveteur

    Afraid of Becoming a Bridezilla, I Accidentally Became a Chillzilla

    Read Here
  • Black and white photo of a celebration with a large multi-tiered cake near a man in a tuxedo and several women dressed formally, one with a flower on her shoulder, all gathered around the cake.

    Coveteur

    How to Keep Friends & Influence People: A Wedding Season Survival Guide

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  • Three airplane windows showing different outdoor scenes, with the middle window focusing on a bride and groom, the groom lifting the bride outdoors, both smiling and looking at each other.

    Coveteur

    An Argument for Destination Weddings

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  • Black and white line drawing of a bride holding a bouquet, wearing a wedding dress with long sleeves and a veil.

    Flaunt Magazine

    Post-Nuptials

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My services

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    Freelance Writing

    Featured in many acclaimed publications, my fun-yet-informative writing style just might be the perfect fit for your content needs.

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    Copywriting

    With extensive experience in product storytelling, commercial writing, and brand voice, I create engaging content that pulls in your target audience.

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    Editing

    Whether you’re working on a website or a novel, I lend a professional eye to make sure your prose is polished and your ideas clear.

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    Research & Reporting

    For assistance with any research projects or investigative reporting, this current journalist and former attorney has you covered.

MY STORY

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From the age of 5 to 13, I spent every afternoon in a library. My after-school care was held amongst the stacks of my small K-8, and during those 9 years I tried my best to read every book they had. After college, I did what every verbal, opinionated child does and went to law school. While I loved studying the law, I felt a nagging suspicion that something was missing. After 5 years practicing as an attorney, I figured it out and left law behind.

I had started freelance writing as a hobby in 2018 to save my sanity after late nights of litigation prep. I ended up liking it so much that I made it my full-time career in 2023. I love staying on the cutting edge of culture and synthesizing it through my first passion of the written word. Luckily, my time in law wasn’t a total waste: I learned crisp, effective, persuasive writing and mastered turning complex concepts into accessible, engaging copy. I love what I do, and most of all, I enjoy helping people engineer the right content for their needs. So stay in touch—I’d love to help you, too.

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