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

Washington Square News

Beauty & Style

NPC F/W 2019

Jorene He, Deputy Multimedia Editor February 24, 2019

Zang Toi F/W 2019

Maria Olloqui, Contributing Photographer February 24, 2019

Zang Toi’s Fall/Winter 2019 “All American Collection” stayed true to his traditionally elegant vision. Like his past New York Fashion Week shows, the Malaysian designer...

Peacebird F/W 2019

Kaleah Mchawi, Contributing Photographer February 24, 2019

Vivienne Hu F/W 2019

Veronica Liow, Senior Multimedia Editor February 24, 2019

If Alice in Wonderland were to step into New York City, become a young professional, and attend lavish networking events, Vivienne Hu’s Fall/Winter 2019 would be in her...

Barbara Tfank F/W 2019

Kate Slate, Contributing Writer February 24, 2019

Housed at the Maison Gerard, the Barbara Tfank Fall/Winter 2019 collection was showcased in the form of a quaint presentation accented with burning candles and historical...

Global liberal studies freshmen Marie-Louise Onga Nana wears colorful eyeshadow for a week.

I Wore Colorful Eyeshadow for Seven Days

Letting my true colors shine through makeup.
Marie-Louise Onga Nana, Contributing Writer February 20, 2019

Vivid pinks, yellows and neon greens were splashed across the BH Cosmetics Take Me To Brazil Palette inspired by Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. I bought it a year ago the with the...

Dyanna Fleites-Cruz tries on a homemade face-mask, NYU also has many option for local retail facials.

Fancy Facials for a Fresh Face

Because your skin deserves it.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

Start of the semester got you down? Weather that won’t make up its mind affecting your skin? Just need some self-care? All of the above? We’ve got you. Give your skin the...

(Photo Illustration by Sophia Di Iorio)

Is Curing Acne Worth the Side Effects?

Students weigh in on the infamous acne medication.
Marisa Lopez, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

The popular acne treatment isotretinoin — originally sold under the brand name Accutane — has been dubbed by some dermatologists as “the closest thing we have to a cure for...

Hugo Rubin, a CAS Junior, wearing his winter gear. (Photo by Kate Kim)

Warm Weekend Wear in Winter Weather

Is it possible to be both warm and stylish?
Hanna McNeila, Staff Writer February 14, 2019

Despite New York City’s status as a fashion capital, daytime fashion around Washington Square Park suffers undeniably in the winter as students give up individual style in favor...

A look through the windows of Beacon's Closet, a used-clothing store with several locations in the city. (Staff Photo by Julia McNeill)

The Rise of Environmentally Conscious Consumerism

Millennials and Generation Z are fighting fast fashion.
Kylie Kirschner, Staff Writer February 14, 2019

There has always been a trade-off between buying clothes for instant gratification or to keep up with trends and shopping with quality and long-term use in mind. In the age of...

Design Dreams F/W 2019

Design Dreams F/W 2019

Sohee Kim, Contributing Writer February 11, 2019

An upbeat tune signaled the start of the Design Dreams collection, carefully created in the minds and by the hands of eight Indian up-and-coming designers. The Romantic...

Nolcha Shows F/W 2019

Nolcha Shows F/W 2019

Marisa Lopez, Staff Writer February 11, 2019

“Boom” by Tiësto welcomed guests to the Nolcha Shows. Each year, the Nolcha Shows provides a platform for promising independent designers to showcase their collections...