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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Beauty & Style

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5 ‘Gossip Girl’-inspired outfits for a posh Valentine’s evening

This Valentine’s Day, take fashion inspiration from these iconic characters hailing from the Upper East Side.
Jada Lee, Contributing Writer February 14, 2025

Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with your significant other, your friends or solo, building a stylish outfit to wear is always a must for the occasion. And what...

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Norma Kamali invents and reinvents herself at NYFW

The installation featured classics and new takes on Kamali’s extensive line of work.
Grace Tan, Identity & Equity Editor February 13, 2025

Frederick Anderson brings gothic glamour to Paradise Club

Frederick Anderson brings gothic glamour to Paradise Club

Set against a deep red backdrop with moody lighting, Anderson’s show evoked old Hollywood glamour with a contemporary, avant-garde twist.
Daphne Zhu, Beauty & Style Editor February 13, 2025

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Global Fashion Collective highlights 3 East Asian designers at NYFW

Sunday evening’s runway showcased a powerful trio of designers who use fashion to portray everything from mermaids to the anxieties of living in a big city.
Amelia Hernandez Gioia, Deputy News Editor February 12, 2025

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Global Fashion Collective flaunts the abundance of spring at NYFW

Collections from a diverse selection of designers put a modern spin on traditional spring fashion Sunday afternoon.
Maggie Turner, Deputy Under the Arch Editor February 12, 2025

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Global Fashion Collective toys with heritage, nostalgia and the cosmos

Featuring a group of high school designers, Sunday morning’s runway saw looks that crossed boundaries between space and time.
Aashna Miharia, News Editor February 12, 2025

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Flying Solo’s 4th show at NYFW reinvents fashion basics

The fashion collective showcased a dynamic ensemble of designers who pushed the limits of medium, shape and size.
Julia Kim, Deputy Culture Editor February 10, 2025

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Michael DePaulo returns to NYFW with an entourage of futuristic florals

The designer’s collection embraced the artistry of contemporary couture, but left visitors wanting more.
Dharma Niles, News Editor February 10, 2025

For these fashion vendors, vintage never goes out of style

For these fashion vendors, vintage never goes out of style

At the Manhattan Vintage Show, a diverse community of fashion lovers prove that vintage hasn’t lost its soul.
Luke Adelson-Yan, Contributing Writer February 7, 2025

The Manhattan Vintage Show took me by surprise. As a student and native New Yorker interested in fashion, I’ve become quite familiar with New York’s vintage scene. From Chelsea...

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Walter Van Beirendonck brings aliens to Earth at Paris Fashion Week

From Martian-decorated capes to models lounging in teddy bear cushions, Van Beirendonck’s “NEW” collection is a glimpse into an eclectic, peaceful world.
Andrea Lui, Staff Writer January 24, 2025

Bears as chairs, sticks as fingers, aliens as body suits. In Belgian designer Walter Van Beirendonck’s world, fashion is bizarre, sometimes even extraterrestrial — in his eyes,...

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Kidill delivers drums, dance and brilliant punk chaos to Paris Fashion Week

Designer Hiroaki Sueyasu pushes the boundaries of punk through meshing different subcultures from around the world.
Andrea Lui, Staff Writer January 23, 2025

An illustration of a woman wearing a short red dress with a brown bow. They wear knee-high stockings and red kitten heels.

The Christmas song kit for a perfect winter fit

No clue what to wear during the winter season? Let the classics tell you everything you need to know about feeling chic this Christmas.
Ashwin Nanda, Contributing Writer December 11, 2024

Temperatures in the city are dropping as low as your midterm score, with only your wardrobe to protect you from the bitter chill. Since nobody can deny humming along to or full-on...