Averi Baudler Title: Writer Education: Iowa State University Averi Baudler has worked as an apprentice for Better Homes & Gardens digital and wrote for her campus fashion and beauty magazine. Since joining the Dotdash Meredith e-commerce team in May 2021, she has contributed content to People, InStyle, Real Simple, and Southern Living. Education Averi graduated from Iowa State University in 2021, where she majored in journalism and mass communication. 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.