Marie Claire's features skew toward younger working women between the ages of 20 and 40 who have a smart, sophisticated worldview. Regular features that will continue include profiles on women around the world, examinations of political and legal issues facing women, relationship discussions, and extensive fashion and beauty coverage, writes Melissa Walker. Freelancers are welcome to pitch features and the "Real Lives" section. Skip "stunt," "challenge", celebrity interviews or fashion and beauty stories. Emailed pitches preferred.