Alina Ali on Muck Rack

Alina Ali

(She/Her)
Abu Dhabi
Covers:  Lifestyle, Couture Fashion, Street Fashion
Doesn't Cover: Finance, Politics, Crime

Interview

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes. not great

What does it mean to be a journalist?

When someone reads one of your articles, they're looking for your point of view, a different perspective and something unique.

What's your favorite social network?

YouTube

Why did you become a journalist?

To be a part of the industry

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

Many.

When's the best time to pitch you?

Evenings

What's the worst pitch you ever got?

I was once asked to cover an illegal rave in the UK

What's your favorite drink?

Pina Colada

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

Vogue

What's the most common misperception about your beat?

That all fashion is superficial and does not matter. Completely wrong.

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