Our Writers
Meet the team behind Lifestyle Lore
Aisha Bakri
Columnist, Mind & Ritual
Aisha Bakri is a sociologist and essayist whose column explores the modern search for meaning through the lens of ancient rituals and contemplative practices. She examines how we can adapt timeless wisdom for contemporary life.
Chloe Dubois
Contributing Editor, Style & Adornment
Based in Paris, Chloe Dubois is a fashion critic and cultural commentator who champions vintage, bespoke, and sustainable style. Her sharp, witty prose decodes the stories our clothing tells about us and our culture.
Ikaika Kalua
Senior Correspondent
Ikaika Kalua is an award-winning travel and craft journalist. His work, which has appeared in 'Islands Magazine' and 'Craftsmanship Quarterly,' focuses on the enduring connection between people, place, and tradition.
Jing Mei Lin
Contributing Editor
Jing Mei Lin is an essayist and cultural critic specializing in the intersection of aesthetics and personal philosophy. Formerly the style editor for 'The Artful Mind,' she explores how tradition informs modern wellness and adornment.
Mateo Reyes
Staff Writer, Culinary Roots
Mateo Reyes is a former chef and food anthropologist who chronicles the intersection of food, family, and identity. He travels to document and preserve heirloom recipes and the diasporic foodways that shape our tables.