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Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

Beauty & Style

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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...

An illustration of simplified drawings of various forms of self-care like tea, a person wearing a face mask, and a person doing yoga on a blue background.

What it means to take care of yourself across different cultures

Students share self-care practices from their cultures.

As we enter winter and the trenches of finals week, it is important to carve out time to take care of yourself. While social media may inundate us with new, trendy practices weekly,...

A display table with several decorative chocolates. Words on the front of the table read “LE CHOCOLAT, Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton.”

Fashion designers are cooking, literally

Designer-branded treats are surging across the internet. Here’s what you need to know about Gen Z’s latest fad.
Luke Adelson-Yan, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

Nothing can stop Gen Z New Yorkers from getting a sweet treat. Treating yourself no longer means buying a once-in-a-lifetime handbag or a fancy new piece of jewelry — now, it...

An illustration of various winter clothing items. Depicted in front of a snowy background is a fur coat, a gray sweater, brown ballet flats, a mannequin head with a furry hood and a pair of legs in a miniskirt wearing knee-high boots.

Winter fashion trend report 2024

The temperature may be dropping outside, but these winter 2024 fashion trends are turning up the heat.
Daphne Zhu, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

As the colder weather sets in, winter 2024 fashion is all about roaring statements and plush textures. Whether you’re stepping out in fierce, bold prints or retreating to a cozy...

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Booting out the basics: 6 unique Dr. Martens for the winter

Define your personal style this season with these picks from the Dr. Martens store.
Yanel Siqueiros, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

The doc is in, quite literally. The chilly season welcomes a surge of leather-bound footwear across campus. By now, we’ve all seen the 1460s or the Chelsea boots. If you’re...