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Naina S.

Naina S.

Naina is a Fashion Stylist, Style Expert and on-air, digital and print fashion content contributor who has been featured in the WSJ, InStyle, Forbes, Today, People, Washingtonian magazine and other outlets.

Naina runs a virtual styling and sourcing studio for women. She curates streamlined and versatile wardrobes for women interested in simplicity with a modern and elevated aesthetic.

nainasingla.com | @nainasingla

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Kristen G.

Kristen G.

Kristen Garaffo is a home and lifestyle freelance writer based in Rockville, Maryland. Her work has appeared in Forbes, Apartment Therapy, The Everygirl, Hunker, The Daily Meal and The Daily Beast. She loves writing about how to live your best life at home and beyond, and she’s thrilled to be a contributor for Sonder/Sway. For more, follow her on Instagram @kristengaraffo

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Mani Meets Coffee

Mani Meets Coffee

Mani Meets Coffee is a lifestyle brand created by Kristen Garaffo and Sadie Albert. Born from their mutual love of drinking coffee and indulging in self-care, they love exploring coffee shops in the DMV area and romanticizing their experiences. Kristen and Sadie both write on their own, but Mani Meets Coffee gives them a space to use their friendship and shared interests to create something new. When Kristen isn’t sipping on iced coffee, you can usually find her crushing a Crossfit workout, designing her next dream space, and blasting Taylor Swift, while you can find Sadie hitting a new PR at the gym, making different niche playlists on Spotify and learning more about astrology.

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Sandie S.

Sandie S.

I’m a scientist by trade, but a foodie at heart—based out of the DC Metropolitan area. I love to travel and am always looking to make connections over local food.

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Maddie S.

Maddie S.

Born and raised in the DMV (DC/Maryland/Virginia), Maddie started @dmvfoodfinds on Instagram in the Fall of 2020 as a creative outlet after graduating college and entering the “real world.” The account focuses on highlighting food, fitness, and fun offerings in both the DC-area and beyond. Maddie’s Covid-hobby eventually turned into a full-time job, and she now runs her Instagram page in addition to managing a social media agency, Optionality DC. When she’s not on the move creating content, find Maddie on a run, trying the newest restaurant in DC, cheering for the New Orleans Saints, or enjoying a weekend trip.

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Samantha E.

Samantha E.

Samantha E is a creative consultant with a keen eye for detail. After growing up in Arkansas she ventured to North Carolina where she earned her bachelor’s in business administration from Bennett College for Women. Samantha then moved to the district to pursue her professional career and start the Samantha E brand and blog. Samantha E’s value lies in collaborating to create a breathtaking story. When not creating content over on Samantha E you’ll find her on IG at S.E.COLE, eating her way through different cities, exploring the outdoors and cooking yummy meals at home.

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Sadie A.

Sadie A.

Sadie is a freelance writer. She got her start using her NASM certification to write personal trainer articles for Reviewed. Now she is branching out to write about other things that she loves. You can find her hitting a new PR at the gym or drinking coffee in a local coffee shop. You can find out more on Instagram: @sadieclaree

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Sarah L.

Sarah L.

Sarah Lyon is a freelance writer and interior design enthusiast who currently lives in Washington, DC. Her work has appeared on websites including Apartment Therapy, Architectural Digest Clever, Lonny, and MyDomaine. Additionally, Sarah’s own spaces have appeared on Apartment Therapy, The Everygirl, Houzz, and Washingtonian.com. Her Dupont Circle apartment was featured in both the spring 2019 print edition of Small Space Decorating and the January 2019 print edition of Washingtonian Magazine. Follow her on Instagram @sarahlyon9.

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Alexis R.

Alexis R.

By day, Alexis Reed (she/her) is a marketing professional in the DC Metro Area. By night, she is a group fitness instructor, yoga teacher, youth volleyball coach, and healthy lifestyle blogger on Flecks of Lex. She hosts The Sweat Fearlessly Podcast and is Co-Founder of DMV Fitness Fam, a local group that promotes diversity in fitness and the great outdoors. Her philosophy is to “Sweat Fearlessly” – having fun and enjoying fitness without worrying about how you look or what other people may think about you. You can follow Alexis’ daily adventures on her Instagram @flecksoflex.

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Katie U.

Katie U.

Katie Urban is a lifestyle blogger and hosts A Touch of Teal. Read her blog to find the perfect desk-to-drink or weekend outfits, travel guide for your next adventure, home decor ideas—and cocktail recipes for when you have people over, a new book to read, or just reflections on life as a millennial living in DC.

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