Alexandra Ilyashov

Alexandra Ilyashov is an NYC-based (and -bred) freelance writer and editor writing about travel, wellness, design, and more.

Highlights:

• Alexandra has written for Tripsavvy since 2021.
• She has written for The Strategist, Saveur, InStyle, and more.
• She graduated from Northwestern University.
  

Experience

Alexandra Ilyashov is an NYC-based (and -bred) freelance writer and editor. For over a decade, Alexandra has covered fashion, food, travel, wellness, and design in everything from trend features to how-to explainers to in-depth profiles to exhaustive shopping guides, for publications including The Strategist, Saveur, WSJ. Magazine, InStyle, Glamour, Domino, Eater, Fashionista, and Refinery29. Her hobbies include scouring antique stores and flea markets, perpetually eating or craving pizza, outdoor Zumba classes, long walks and ferry rides around Brooklyn with her fiance, early aughts karaoke, and binge-watching entire Real Housewives franchises. 

Education

Alexandra attended Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.

Other Works:

• What Are the Best (Actually Nice-Looking) Bridesmaid Dresses? - The Strategist 
• The Absolute Best Portable Grills to Pack on Your Next Getaway - Saveur
• The Best Food Storage Containers Do So Much More Than Prevent Spills - Saveur
• The Best Gear to Improve Your WFH Posture, According to Experts - The Strategist
• The 8 Best Outdoor Rugs to Make Your Patio Just as Cozy as Your Living Room - Domino
• 12 Best Maternity Fashion Tips From the World’s Most Stylish Women - Glamour
• The Absolute Most Comfortable Sandals, According to People Who Know - Glamour
• The Best Sleepwear For Dealing With Night Sweats - Glamour

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