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Natalie Alcala

Natalie Alcala is a writer, entrepreneur, community leader, and proud Latina. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she first made her mark on the industry leading L.A.'s rising retail scene as Racked's senior editor and freelancing for a variety of noteworthy publications, including Vogue, Elle, Refinery29, and Los Angeles Magazine. She's currently a frequent contributor to The Hollywood Reporter and has written viral essays for Harper's Bazaar and Business Insider.

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