Alicia Brunker Alicia Brunker is a freelance writer who's covered fashion, design, and celebrities for nearly a decade. Highlights: * Her work has appeared in Real Simple, InStyle, ELLE, The New York Times Style Magazine, and Architectural Digest. About Real Simple Real Simple, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning, trusted online resource for smart, authentic solutions to simplify your life. We reach 11 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact-checked for accuracy. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.