Ali Faccenda

Title: Partnerships Commerce Writer
Education: Montclair State University
Location: New Jersey

Ali Faccenda is a lifestyle, pop culture, and commerce writer with experience in video content creation. She was previously a market writer at BuzzFeed and also produced short-form video content for their various social platforms. You can connect with Ali on Instagram @alifacc.

Highlights:

  • Commerce Writer for Dotdash Meredith brands such as People, InStyle, Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, and Real Simple
  • Previously a full-time commerce writer at BuzzFeed.
  • BA in English and a minor in Journalism from Montclair State University.

Experience

Ali Faccenda is a Partnerships Commerce Writer for Dotdash Meredith brands such as People, InStyle, Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, and Real Simple and has, prior to this role, written freelance content for Real Simple and Better Homes & Gardens. She writes across a variety of categories in the shopping space, such as beauty, fashion, lifestyle, home, and more.

Ali was previously a freelancer and full-time commerce writer at BuzzFeed for three years and produced short-form video content that garnered millions of views for their social platforms like Tasty and As/Is.

She graduated with a BA in English and a minor in Journalism from Montclair State University. When Ali isn’t writing, she’s most likely spending time on Instagram @alifacc, shopping, or hanging out with her dog Frank.

Other Works:

  • 16 Reasons Why Tiana From "Princess And The Frog" Is The Best Disney Princess, BuzzFeed
  • 34 "TikTok Made Me Buy It" Products You Shouldn't Sleep On, BuzzFeed
  • 22 Reasons Why Brandy's "Cinderella" Is Superior, BuzzFeed
  • Just 12 Iconic Beyonce And Jay-Z Looks That Will Go Down In History, BuzzFeed

Education

BA in English and a minor in Journalism from Montclair State University.

About InStyle

InStyle is an award-winning destination for fashion, beauty, and pop-culture, with an all-are-welcome ethos that swings open the proverbial velvet ropes. Whether you’re looking for a wardrobe refresh, haircut inspiration, or a story that’ll make sparkling cocktail-party conversation, our expert-connected coverage is where to start. Learn more about our team and editorial guidelines, here.

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