Marissa Alvarez is a multimedia entertainment, culture and lifestyle writer, known for her sharp editorial instincts, and thoughtful storytelling. She also works as a Public Relations Assistant, contributing to marketing initiatives, event planning, and media outreach at The Now PR.

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Love Is A Drug We All Need

Some despise it, others yearn for it, and many chase it endlessly, like a dog chasing its tail. Love can bring a kind of joy you never knew existed. It can also hurt so deeply it feels as though your heart is being torn from your chest.It’s one of the strongest emotions a person can experience, whether it comes from something beautiful or something painful.Yes, love can be overwhelming, complicated, and messy, but it’s still a drug we all need.The Chemistry Behind LoveModern psychology and neuro...

Frank Ocean’s Quiet Takeover of the 2019 Met Gala

The two-time Grammy Award winner whose music has shaped a generation: Frank Ocean.He delivered one of the most defining runs of the 2010s (yes, I’ll stand by that) with Channel Orange (2012) and Blonde (2016). Both albums have not only received critical acclaim but have aged with a rare kind of grace. The emotion, the production, the introspection—each element feels intentional, layered, and deeply human. Frank isn’t just making music; he’s building worlds within it. Blonde’s legacy continues to...

Becoming Something New Doesn’t Mean Starting Over

We’re a society that loves labels—boxing ourselves in, sticking to the plan, following the path we think we’re supposed to take.A lot of us fall into that trap, myself included. It’s not always obvious when it’s happening, either. At what point does passion turn into limitation?When I graduated college last year, I was “the writer,” “the journalist”—the girl who loved storytelling and envisioned herself writing entertainment and culture pieces for major publications. And don’t get me wrong, I st...

Life After College Isn’t What They Warned Me About

No more 8 a.m. classes. No more casual catch-ups, living within walking distance of your friends, or grabbing drinks just because. No more showing up to class hungover and laughing it off.Before I graduated, people loved to warn me: “Those first few months post-grad are going to be miserable.”I didn’t believe them. I was ready to go.Of course, I knew I’d miss parts of it, my campus, my friends, the routine. But I didn’t feel attached in the way everyone said I would. And hearing those warnings o...