Irene Richardson Title: Commerce Producer Education: University of Alabama Location: New York, NY Expertise: Fashion, Skincare, Haircare Irene Richardson is a commerce producer for Dotdash Meredith's beauty and travel publications. She's been a contributing writer for Byrdie, Travel and Leisure, and Hearst Magazines, helping readers shop for the best products based on everything from their hair type to their astrological sign.Highlights:Graduate of the University of AlabamaCommerce producer for beauty and travelCovers haircare, fashion, skincare, and moreHer work has appeared in digital outlets including Byrdie, Brides, Travel and Leisure, and Country Living Experience Irene Richardson is a Brooklyn-based commerce producer from Birmingham, Alabama. Her bylines have appeared in Byrdie, Travel and Leisure, Hearst Magazines, and other local publications. She's always seeking real-world inspiration for her stories—whether it's frequenting the vintage stores in her neighborhood every weekend,crowd-sourcing museum exhibits for outfit inspiration, or asking her neighbor in pilates class what perfume they're wearing. Education Irene received a B.A. in Public Relations from the University of Alabama. 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.