Meehika Barua
Freelance Writer for Vogue, The Guardian, Elle, Business Insider, Glamour, etc
TIME | Running Clubs Are a Horrible Place to Date
TIME | Running Clubs Are a Horrible Place to Date
Running clubs are singles mixers disguised as cardio, writes Meehika Barua. The dating aspect has become a problem.
Charlette magazine interview: Meehika Barua Is Writing Her Own Rules
Charlette magazine interview: Meehika Barua Is Writing Her Own Rules
Meehika Barua never set out to be a writer. In fact, the idea was almost alien to her in the beginning, not because she didn’t love storytelling, but because
The Telegraph | The friendship red flags you need to watch out for
The Telegraph | The friendship red flags you need to watch out for
Romantic relationships aren’t the only ones that can turn toxic. Here are five types of friends to keep at arm’s length
TIME magazine: The Myth of the Adult Friend Group
TIME magazine: The Myth of the Adult Friend Group
We’re wired for one-on-one intimacy, writes Meehika Barua.
How to Get Over Your Ex | TIME
How to Get Over Your Ex | TIME
Limerence, an obsessive form of attraction, can keep us stuck on people long after they’re gone, writes Meehika Barua.
Stop Waiting for a Partner to Live Your Life | TIME
Stop Waiting for a Partner to Live Your Life | TIME
Can you manifest friendships? - Moncrieff | Podcast on Spotify
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schön! selects | winter in cyprus | Schön! Magazine
schön! selects | winter in cyprus | Schön! Magazine
Winter in Cyprus doesn’t look like winter anywhere else; it reveals the pleasure of discovering culture and coastline without the summer crowds.
The Rise of the Placeholder Partner | TIME
The Rise of the Placeholder Partner | TIME
Taylor Swift sang about it. Women fear it.
What is astrocartography? Here's why your next trip may be written in the stars. | National Geographic
What is astrocartography? Here's why your next trip may be written in the stars. | National Geographic
This once niche astrological practice has entered the mainstream as travelers seek more intentional connections to the places they visit and live.
The ipaper | The Mediterranean party town that’s a surprisingly perfect winter wellness retreats
The ipaper | The Mediterranean party town that’s a surprisingly perfect winter wellness retreats
Known for its raucous night life, Ayia Napa is going upmarket with smart new resorts, yoga retreats and a focus on the great outdoors
How I Manifested Better Friendships | TIME
How I Manifested Better Friendships | TIME
The Telegraph | Festive Drinks
The Telegraph | Festive Drinks
The EveningStandard | I struggle to find any happy childhood memories. But that's not the only reason I'm a Gen Z fence-sitter | The Standard
The EveningStandard | I struggle to find any happy childhood memories. But that's not the only reason I'm a Gen Z fence-sitter | The Standard
I always thought I wanted kids, says Meehika Barua. But I realise that I’m not sure I have what it takes to protect my children from the trauma I suffered
Schön! selects | barcelona city guide | Schön! Magazine
Schön! selects | barcelona city guide | Schön! Magazine
iNews | People being denied access to IVF - because of race
iNews | People being denied access to IVF - because of race
''That’s a system failure, not a biological one.” Sarina Kaur Dosanjh and Kreena Dhiman felt unseen and unheard by doctors when seeking IVF treatment.
Canvas8 | How Gen Z is ditching traditional wedding jewellery
Canvas8 | How Gen Z is ditching traditional wedding jewellery
schön! selects | lisbon city guide | Schön! Magazine
schön! selects | lisbon city guide | Schön! Magazine
“I spent years climbing the corporate ladder. Now I regret it. Don’t make the same mistakes I did”
“I spent years climbing the corporate ladder. Now I regret it. Don’t make the same mistakes I did”
One woman shares why she regrets spending so much time and energy pursuing progression at work, as part of Stylist's Learn From My Mistakes series.
The Rise of Brain Health as a Mainstream Concern | Worth
The Rise of Brain Health as a Mainstream Concern | Worth
Discover the growing importance of brain health and how technology, lifestyle changes, and philanthropic efforts are transforming the way we address cognitive decline.
The economics of golden visas
The economics of golden visas
11 Best Golf Pants of 2025, Tested and Reviewed
11 Best Golf Pants of 2025, Tested and Reviewed
How to Know What Colors Are Most Flattering on You - Men's Journal
How to Know What Colors Are Most Flattering on You - Men's Journal
Interview Attire for Men: Style Guide - Men's Journal
Interview Attire for Men: Style Guide - Men's Journal
Business Insider | My ex dumped me by sending a voice note. It was painful and confusing.
Business Insider | My ex dumped me by sending a voice note. It was painful and confusing.
Men's Journal | How to Master 'Old Money' Style for Men
Men's Journal | How to Master 'Old Money' Style for Men
Men's Journal | Old Money Fragrances: How to Smell Like a Fortune
Men's Journal | Old Money Fragrances: How to Smell Like a Fortune
Men's Journal | What Is Business Formal Dress Code for Men?
Men's Journal | What Is Business Formal Dress Code for Men?
How to spend a festive weekend in Knightsbridge this Christmas
How to spend a festive weekend in Knightsbridge this Christmas
StyleCaster | I Got Taylor Swift Tickets Last Minute & Here Are My Top Tips to Avoid Getting Scammed
StyleCaster | I Got Taylor Swift Tickets Last Minute & Here Are My Top Tips to Avoid Getting Scammed
How to Rock ‘50s Men’s Style Like a Modern Pro - Men's Journal
How to Rock ‘50s Men’s Style Like a Modern Pro - Men's Journal
Evening Standard | I'm fed up with women being criticised for ‘dating up’ — aka hypergamy
Evening Standard | I'm fed up with women being criticised for ‘dating up’ — aka hypergamy
TimeOut | The 12 most underrated city breaks in the UK
TimeOut | The 12 most underrated city breaks in the UK
Business Insider | I ghosted all the friends that left me feeling drained, and I'm not sorry. I now focus on quality time with real friends.
Business Insider | I ghosted all the friends that left me feeling drained, and I'm not sorry. I now focus on quality time with real friends.
Revisiting the ‘Golden Visa’ | Worth
Revisiting the ‘Golden Visa’ | Worth
Evening Standard: I’m 27 – here’s why I’m committing to being single until I'm 30
Evening Standard: I’m 27 – here’s why I’m committing to being single until I'm 30
What are the new norms of return culture in the US? | Canvas8
What are the new norms of return culture in the US? | Canvas8
These Are the Best Art Galleries in Paris | Observer
These Are the Best Art Galleries in Paris | Observer
Why are Gen Z Britons embracing dry dating? | Canvas8
Why are Gen Z Britons embracing dry dating? | Canvas8
Plastic, not so fantastic: what can we wear if not synthetic clothing? | South China Morning Post
Plastic, not so fantastic: what can we wear if not synthetic clothing? | South China Morning Post
The Washington Post | New Year’s Eve always felt like a letdown for these women. They’re thankful 2020 is different.
The Washington Post | New Year’s Eve always felt like a letdown for these women. They’re thankful 2020 is different.
Stylecaster: Emily Gilmore Is A Textbook Narcissist—I Know This Because My Mom Is Too
Stylecaster: Emily Gilmore Is A Textbook Narcissist—I Know This Because My Mom Is Too
The 7 Best British Castles to Spend a Magical Day This Summer
The 7 Best British Castles to Spend a Magical Day This Summer
The future of sustainable fashion in France | Canvas8
The future of sustainable fashion in France | Canvas8
Reader's Digest: Why you should visit Newquay, Cornwall
Reader's Digest: Why you should visit Newquay, Cornwall
TIMEOUT: The very best restaurants in Bath
TIMEOUT: The very best restaurants in Bath
10 Charming French Countryside Towns to Visit - Naïra
10 Charming French Countryside Towns to Visit - Naïra
I went to school for architecture but realized I hated it. Here's how I found my dream career as a writer | Businesss Insider
I went to school for architecture but realized I hated it. Here's how I found my dream career as a writer | Businesss Insider
How dupes help shoppers save and express status | Canvas8
How dupes help shoppers save and express status | Canvas8
My 26-year-old friend told me she's engaged. I asked her to call off the wedding | Metro
My 26-year-old friend told me she's engaged. I asked her to call off the wedding | Metro
METRO: My new friend told me she loved me and I ran a mile
METRO: My new friend told me she loved me and I ran a mile
Vogue magazine: Why Has it Taken Me so Long to Get Over My Breakup This Year?
Vogue magazine: Why Has it Taken Me so Long to Get Over My Breakup This Year?
May Cause Side Effects: Situationships and the Heartbreak I Wasn’t Expecting — OFF CHANCE
May Cause Side Effects: Situationships and the Heartbreak I Wasn’t Expecting — OFF CHANCE
Tatler magazine: Meehika Barua on the hopes resting on the shoulders of Britain's First Hindu PM
Tatler magazine: Meehika Barua on the hopes resting on the shoulders of Britain's First Hindu PM
How is AI reshaping Gen Zers’ approach to dating? | Canvas8
How is AI reshaping Gen Zers’ approach to dating? | Canvas8
How 'girl dinner' began to boom on TikTok | Canvas8
How 'girl dinner' began to boom on TikTok | Canvas8
LSN Global : Six Indian Jewellery Brands combining Innovation and Heritage
LSN Global : Six Indian Jewellery Brands combining Innovation and Heritage
Why you should go eco trekking in Cascais, Portugal - Reader's Digest
Why you should go eco trekking in Cascais, Portugal - Reader's Digest
Small Town girl interview: How Meehika Barua went from Small Town Girl to Freelance Writer for Vogue & More
Small Town girl interview: How Meehika Barua went from Small Town Girl to Freelance Writer for Vogue & More
I Received A Facial From Meghan Markle’s Esthetician– Here’s How It Went | Essence
I Received A Facial From Meghan Markle’s Esthetician– Here’s How It Went | Essence
Why Gen Z women seek ‘femininity gurus’ on social media | Canvas8
Why Gen Z women seek ‘femininity gurus’ on social media | Canvas8
Meehika Barua: Document Journal: A brief history of tweed, from the Scottish countryside to Karl Lagerfeld
Meehika Barua: Document Journal: A brief history of tweed, from the Scottish countryside to Karl Lagerfeld
Meehika Barua: Reader's Digest: Why tranquil Tuscany beats White Lotus’ Sicily
Meehika Barua: Reader's Digest: Why tranquil Tuscany beats White Lotus’ Sicily
Meehika Barua: South China Morning Post: Why are Korean sunscreens so good, and are they better than American ones?
Meehika Barua: South China Morning Post: Why are Korean sunscreens so good, and are they better than American ones?
Meehika Barua: Insider: I went to singles events hosted by a dating app. I left with a bunch of friends and the realization that I needed to quit dating apps.
Meehika Barua: Insider: I went to singles events hosted by a dating app. I left with a bunch of friends and the realization that I needed to quit dating apps.
Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Journalism panel by Empoword Journalism
Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Journalism panel by Empoword Journalism
Meehika Barua: Insider: I used to post photos of my boyfriends online, seeking validation from others. I've stopped, and I'm much happier.
Meehika Barua: Insider: I used to post photos of my boyfriends online, seeking validation from others. I've stopped, and I'm much happier.
Meehika Barua: Betches: How To Actually Have A Good Time In Mykonos
Meehika Barua: Betches: How To Actually Have A Good Time In Mykonos
Meehika Barua: Well+Good: What Narcissistic Abuse in Relationships Can Look Like
Meehika Barua: Well+Good: What Narcissistic Abuse in Relationships Can Look Like
Harper's Bazaar: Meehika Barua: How Ayurveda Saved My Hair
Harper's Bazaar: Meehika Barua: How Ayurveda Saved My Hair
Meehika Barua: Grazia: Why My New Year’s Resolution Is To Stop Posting My Partner Online
Meehika Barua: Grazia: Why My New Year’s Resolution Is To Stop Posting My Partner Online
Meehika Barua: Bustle: Here's How To Vacation Like You're Emily In Paris
Meehika Barua: Bustle: Here's How To Vacation Like You're Emily In Paris
Meehika Barua: Screenshot: Are the days of rich bad boys over? Season 2 of And Just Like That… is over toxic love interests
Meehika Barua: Screenshot: Are the days of rich bad boys over? Season 2 of And Just Like That… is over toxic love interests
Meehika Barua: Reader's Digest: What is love bombing
Meehika Barua: Reader's Digest: What is love bombing
The Guardian: Meehika Barua: TV that treats women as baby factories: how Indian Matchmaking glorifies toxic stereotypes
The Guardian: Meehika Barua: TV that treats women as baby factories: how Indian Matchmaking glorifies toxic stereotypes
Meehika Barua: Grazia magazine: Is it time to rethink the great date debate?
Meehika Barua: Grazia magazine: Is it time to rethink the great date debate?
Meehika Barua: Stylist magazine: “He went from obsession to ignoring my calls”: is love bombing on the rise?
Meehika Barua: Stylist magazine: “He went from obsession to ignoring my calls”: is love bombing on the rise?
The Spectator: Meehika Barua: The problem with Netflix's Indian Matchmaking
The Spectator: Meehika Barua: The problem with Netflix's Indian Matchmaking
Meehika Barua: Wondermind: 6 Ways to Help Someone With Anxiety
Meehika Barua: Wondermind: 6 Ways to Help Someone With Anxiety
Business Insider: Meehika Barua: 18 of the most iconic and popular perfumes to make your new signature scent
Business Insider: Meehika Barua: 18 of the most iconic and popular perfumes to make your new signature scent
ELLE: Meehika Barua: Elle escapes Bath
ELLE: Meehika Barua: Elle escapes Bath
Allure: Meehika Barua: This Beauty Brand Founder Turned to Traditional South Asian Hair Oils to Treat Postpartum Hair Fallout
Allure: Meehika Barua: This Beauty Brand Founder Turned to Traditional South Asian Hair Oils to Treat Postpartum Hair Fallout
Journalism workshop with Meehika Barua
Journalism workshop with Meehika Barua
INSIDER: Meehika Barua: I visited the English city where 'Bridgerton' is filmed and got to live the life of a Regency-era heroine, touring grand palaces and enjoying afternoon tea
INSIDER: Meehika Barua: I visited the English city where 'Bridgerton' is filmed and got to live the life of a Regency-era heroine, touring grand palaces and enjoying afternoon tea
Bustle: Meehika Barua: Carrie's Relationship With Mr. Big Made Me Believe Toxic Relationships Were Normal
Bustle: Meehika Barua: Carrie's Relationship With Mr. Big Made Me Believe Toxic Relationships Were Normal
CQ Researcher: Meehika Barua: Cultural Appropriation
CQ Researcher: Meehika Barua: Cultural Appropriation
British Vogue: Meehika Barua
British Vogue: Meehika Barua
COSMOPOLITAN: Meehika Barua: There's a Scientific Reason Why Men Ghost You *Exactly* After Three Months
COSMOPOLITAN: Meehika Barua: There's a Scientific Reason Why Men Ghost You *Exactly* After Three Months
Sage Publications: CQ Researcher: Meehika Barua: Career change
Sage Publications: CQ Researcher: Meehika Barua: Career change
Preachy: Meehika Barua: How Mehndi Helped Me Embrace My South Asian Roots During the Pandemic
Preachy: Meehika Barua: How Mehndi Helped Me Embrace My South Asian Roots During the Pandemic
Burum Collective: Meehika Barua: SOUTH ASIAN FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS
Burum Collective: Meehika Barua: SOUTH ASIAN FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS
Business Insider: Meehika Barua: Best mascaras of 2021
Business Insider: Meehika Barua: Best mascaras of 2021
AI recruitment: How candidates feel (and the bias problem) – UNLEASH
AI recruitment: How candidates feel (and the bias problem) – UNLEASH
Insider: Meehika Barua: After years of dieting, I finally stopped obsessing over my weight — and lost 20 pounds
Insider: Meehika Barua: After years of dieting, I finally stopped obsessing over my weight — and lost 20 pounds
Mel Magazine: Meehika Barua: WITH ONLINE SHOPPING, NOT-SO-TALL GUYS GET THE SHORT END OF THE STICK
Mel Magazine: Meehika Barua: WITH ONLINE SHOPPING, NOT-SO-TALL GUYS GET THE SHORT END OF THE STICK
VICE: Meehika Barua: The 'Quarter-Life Crisis' Has Become a Milestone for Millennial Men
VICE: Meehika Barua: The 'Quarter-Life Crisis' Has Become a Milestone for Millennial Men
Washington Post: New Year’s Eve always felt like a letdown for these women. They’re thankful 2020 is different.
Washington Post: New Year’s Eve always felt like a letdown for these women. They’re thankful 2020 is different.
British Vogue: Meehika Barua: Radhika Apte Is Committed To Improving Representation On Screen – Starting With A Role As A British-Asian WWII Spy
British Vogue: Meehika Barua: Radhika Apte Is Committed To Improving Representation On Screen – Starting With A Role As A British-Asian WWII Spy
Al Jazeera: Why migrants are hiring accent coaches to sound more British
Al Jazeera: Why migrants are hiring accent coaches to sound more British
Interview: Thomson Foundation - Meehika Barua, winner of global Journalism competition, tells us why she parked the architecture career to pursue journalism
Interview: Thomson Foundation - Meehika Barua, winner of global Journalism competition, tells us why she parked the architecture career to pursue journalism
Writing Portfolio- Clips from The Guardian, Glamour, The Independent, Vogue, etc.
Writing Portfolio- Clips from The Guardian, Glamour, The Independent, Vogue, etc.
GirlUp Campaign: Meehika Barua's advice on Changing Careers
GirlUp Campaign: Meehika Barua's advice on Changing Careers
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