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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Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness is known for proudly displaying his gender fluidity, and here are Jonathan Van Ness' preferred pronouns.
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The Roots have been part of Jimmy Fallon's late-night career for more than a decade. Learn how they got attached to 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon'
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Did you know that veteran actress Natalija Nogulich from "Days of Our Lives" was in this one "Chicago Med" episode?
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If you're living that gluten-free life, you know the pizza struggle. We've rounded up the best gluten-free pizza brands that come closest to the real deal.
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Reed Birney is well-known for his role on "House of Cards," so fans may have forgotten that he also guest-starred in an episode of "Chicago Med."
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Singer and actor Jennifer Lopez has long been known for her ageless beauty, and here's what Jennifer Lopez looks like going makeup-free.
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Loft was created to be affordable, but it still has many expensive items. Luckily for you, we've uncovered its most expensive pieces so you don't have to.
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Actor Paul Ben-Victor's previous roles include The Wire and Pam & Tommy, and here's the Chicago Med episode you forgot Paul Ben-Victor was in.
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It's never not the perfect time for a deep dive into the roles you completely forgot that heartthrob Mark Harmon played. Let's dive in.
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Banana Republic offers a variety of high-end items to purchase. These are some of the most expensive items you can get at the clothing retailer.
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Who is the actor in Greenlight's Super Bowl 2022 commercial? He looks familiar because he is!
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Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre's "The Next Episode" leaves us wanting more. So, what's the meaning behind the iconic song?
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Whether you're looking for the ideal exfoliating face wash or a celebrity-fave splurge, here are the best face exfoliators to buy in 2022.
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Winter can often have a nostalgic, almost magical, feel. However, the harsh reality is that winter can leave skin feeling dry as well, especially our hands.
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Hair trends come and go, but the latest trend, liquid hair, is one you don't want to miss. Here are some of the best products to help you stay on-trend.
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If you want to wear a daring backless dress but can't figure out the right bra to pull it off, then you really need to try out this k-tape bra hack.
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Snoop Dogg has been a cultural icon for decades now. These are some of his most successful and best-rated songs, both collabs and solo hits.
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Cuticles are often forgotten when we think about nail care, but caring for them can make your hands cuter than ever. These cuticle removers are here to help.
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Fashion trends come and go, but they often return. After all, nostalgia is powerful, and it's now birthed the tech-inspired "glitchcore" fashion aesthetic.
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One might think that fashion trends came to a halt during the COVID-19 pandemic, but that's anything but true. Here are the hottest trends for spring 2022.
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Making cocktails can be time consuming. Enter canned cocktails, the new way to keep your favorite drinks on hand for yourself or for your next party.
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As all-natural beauty trends grow more popular, many beauty brands are formulating products with farm-fresh ingredients. Here are some of the best.
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ModCloth is the perfect place to find the vintage-inspired pieces of your dreams. These are the most expensive items you can get at ModCloth.
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Hair gels rejuvenate your hair, but they can prove incredibly expensive when bought repeatedly. Therefore, let's dive into some great DIY hair gel recipes.
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Lunar New Year is an annual holiday traditional to Asian countries. Whether your family already celebrates or it's new to you, here's some Lunar New Year gifts.
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Styles come and go, but the odds are stacked in favor of continued dominance of platform boots in winter 2022.
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Meditation elevates you from the dread of the everyday rat race and empowers you to thrive in the long run. We've put together a few things to get you started.