Dena Smolek

D~LuxeList is written by Dena Smolek, a freelance writer/editor based in LA. She is a fashion fanatic, shopping pro, and beauty product junkie, and this is D’s list of favorite things ranging from affordable luxe to over-the-top luxury. Other published work by Dena can be found on Splendora, The Tip Jar, EcoFabulous, Glam, Refinery29, and in California Apparel News, C Magazine, Malibu Magazine, Metro.Pop, and The Jewelry Book magazine. Her work has also appeared in Robb Report Vacation Homes, Woman’s Day, California Home & Design, The San Francisco Chronicle, Trendcentral, Citysearch, Elle.com, SOMA, and Daily Candy, among others. When Dena is not busy writing or scouting story ideas, you’ll most likely find her shopping (which is technically a requirement of the job) or relaxing at the beach.