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Heather Elitou

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New York
As seen in: BrownStyle Magazine, Medium, Black Entertainment Television (BET), BRIDES, Essence, Byrdie, Glowsly, SIGNATURE BRIDE
Covers:  Lifestyle, Fashion, Beauty, & Food
Doesn't Cover: Wine & Spirits
Lifestyle Writer| Mom of 3| Gift of Gab Fashion is my Fix| Beauty is Business| Writing is my life!

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Heather Elitou’s Biography

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A highly reliable Editor with an excellent work history in writing, editing and self-publishing. I am adept at bringing multiple editorial projects to completion with professionalism and accuracy. Able to manage small and large groups of assistant editors, proofreaders, and copywriters as warranted by the project.

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Ballet Shaped Me Into The Woman I Am Today

Ballet Shaped Me Into The Woman I Am Today

As a young girl, I loved the art of ballet. From the lovely top buns to the pink and frilly tutus, I saw ball…

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Pizza Is Life: Products You Need To Master Any Homemade Recipe

Pizza Is Life: Products You Need To Master Any Homemade Recipe

Food writer, Emerald Elitou, shares her favorite pizza dough, cheese, and more! DISCLOSURE: Please note that …

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Pizza Is Life: Products You Need To Master Any Homemade Recipe

Pizza Is Life: Products You Need To Master Any Homemade Recipe

Food writer, Emerald Elitou, shares her favorite pizza dough, cheese, and more! DISCLOSURE: Please note that …

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Winter Boots Don't Have To Be Boring - See What We Mean!

Winter Boots Don't Have To Be Boring - See What We Mean!

Here are our must-have boots for the winter season! DISCLOSURE: Please note that we are not paid for our sele…

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Winter Boots Don't Have To Be Boring - See What We Mean!

Winter Boots Don't Have To Be Boring - See What We Mean!

Here are our must-have boots for the winter season! DISCLOSURE: Please note that we are not paid for our sele…

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Dianna Williams: "I'm 40, Foxy, and I'll Never Retire!"

Dianna Williams: "I'm 40, Foxy, and I'll Never Retire!"

The huge TV personality that we've come to admire as Miss D, has changed over the years, but her spitfire hon…

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Philly Caribbean Carnival 2026: A Celebration Of Culture & Unity!

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By Heather Elitou Verified
| BrownStyle Magazine
Evert year, the Philly Caribbean Carnival serves as a beautiful reminder that carnival is about so much more than music and masquerade. It is a celebration of rebellion, identity, freedom, and the generations of Caribbean people who have preserved their traditions while enriching communities around the world. For Danielle Mellanson, president of the United Caribbean Association of Philadelphia (UCAP), that mission is deeply personal and goes far beyond Caribbean American Heritage Month.
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The Momference 2026: Meet The Founders Who Are Creating A Safe Space For Moms To ‘Unfold’

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By Heather Elitou Verified
| BrownStyle Magazine
For years, motherhood conversations have centered around sacrifice, survival, and doing it all. But what happens when mothers are permitted to rest, evolve, heal, and become? That question sits at the heart of The Momference 2026, a signature gathering created by District Motherhued, which returns this weekend (May 15–17) to Eaton DC with a theme that feels both timely and deeply personal: Unfold.
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Simone I. Smith Opens Up About Her "Blooming" Season: Faith, Family, And Sisterhood

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By Heather Elitou Verified
| BrownStyle Magazine
THE SEQUENCE by BrownStyle Magazine |  The Bloom Issue Get to to know the owner of Simone I. Smith Jewelry and find out how she’s blooming in this new era of her life. Photos of Simone by Damora Regala (@bydamora) When we were choosing the first cover star for The Sequence, I instantly thought Simone I. Smith. Since my first introduction to the entrepreneur and philanthropist, I loved her vibe. Besides being kind and thoughtful, she’s always championed self-awareness and the power of sisterhood.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

yes

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I love to be addressed by name via email.

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