Melanie Carden
School
UConn, UMass Amherst
Expertise
Fashion Trend Analysis, Pro-age Beauty, Gifting And Curated Experiences
- Mel spent a glorious afternoon clothes shopping with Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski.
- She dabbled in modeling in her early years, and still loves nothing more than a big stack of fashion magazines.
- Her love of fashion inspired her to learn how to sew – in hopes of creating her own styles and repurpose existing pieces to keep them out of the landfill.
Experience
Mel is a travel and lifestyle writer. In her early career years, she worked as a gifting expert and traveled as a curated experiences professional. She ultimately brought together the intersection of immersive experiences and culture — and channeled that into writing a newspaper column. She now travels the globe to experience new cultures, fashion, and foods – always returning home, excited to find new beauty product launch and runway show invites in her inbox. Her work can be seen in New York Lifestyles Magazine, Thrillist, Insider, Paste Magazine, Explore, and Wealth of Geeks.
Education
In 2017, Mel returned to college with a concentration in food and culture journalism. During her tenure at UMass Amherst, Mel was a member of Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor's Society. She won the UMass Presidential Jack Wilson Scholarship and the Amherst Alumni Association Senior Leadership Award. She graduated summa cum laude with a 4.0 GPA.
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Stories By Melanie Carden
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With a nod to the legit coastal grandmas out there, we compiled some of our favorite ways to embrace the trend.
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Need new kicks for the summer, but don't know where to start? We have all the info you need.
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Father's Day is just around the corner, so we've scoured the internet for all the doodads for the cool dads out there.
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The Platinum Jubilee is officially here, but Kate Middleton and Camilla Parker Bowles both made a cardinal fashion sin at the queen's Platinum Jubilee.
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Stuck on what one-piece swimsuit to wear? Don't worry, we have you covered.
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With so many women's running shoe options out there, it can be tough to know where to start looking. Luckily, we have you covered.
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Finding the right t-shirt can feel like an uphill battle with so many options available. These are the 41 best women's t-shirts you can buy in 2022.
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Swagger - that's just how we roll, baby. Literally, because this is a celebration of the please-don't-ever-end roller skating revival.
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This is how Victorian art and a castle curse inspired the now-iconic nap dress from Hill House Home. Here's everything you need to know about these dresses.
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If you're looking for a coffee subscription service, there are numerous options available to try. These are the coffee subscriptions you will be obsessed with.
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Choosing a pair of jeans can be a personal decision, so our goal was to create an in-depth collection of the best women's jeans across multiple categories.
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Make room in your wardrobe for more sweatshirts, because we found 9 graphic sweatshirts on Amazon that are cool and won't break the bank.
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Prepare to relax, detach, and get your glam on with the best sunglasses for women in 2022.
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Whether you're looking for feminine and flirty or classically demure, we've compiled the best last-minute Amazon Easter dresses, and they're all $45 or less.
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In a celebration of all things fashion, function, and expression, here are five genderless fashion pieces that were made for everyone.
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In need of a new pajama set, but have no idea where to start? Don't worry, we've got all your needs covered with this comprehensive guide.
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Everyone was paying attention to see Hailey Bieber walk the Grammy red carpet after her recent health scare.
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Aviator Nation is a California-based clothing company keeping vintage styles, well, in style, but is it worth it?
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Stuck on Mother's Day gift ideas? Don't worry, we have you covered with 37 of the best options for the mom, grandma, aunt, and female figure in your life.
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To find the best teeth whitening products of 2022, The List did a deep dive through the scores of teeth whitening products on the market.
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The Academy of Country Music took over Las Vegas, and the town — known for its over-the-top sparkle — could have buckled under the weight of the rhinestones.
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Bringing a quiet hush to a packed stadium is no easy task. Still, Chris Stapleton took the stage at the ACM Awards and delivered a heartbreaking performance.
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Wearing jewelry isn't practical during a workout, but these classic pieces of jewelry are all workout-approved AND totally gorgeous.
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It's time to dive into the mish-mosh pit of rumors and facts. In other words, here's what you need to know about the underarm detox trend.
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Carmine Giovinazzo had a starring role on "CSI: NY" from 2004-2013, but he also turned in a riveting performance on an episode of "Chicago Med."
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Jake Gyllenhaal is well known for having an equally famous sister, but many fans would never guess who Jake Gyllenhaal's famous godmother is.
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As Russia invaded Ukraine, Donald Trump had been extremely vocal about his thoughts on what most world leaders have deemed an immoral act of war.