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How to conduct a DIY personal color analysis

While it might be too expensive to get your color analysis professionally done, here’s how you can do it at home.
Pritheva Zakaria, Staff Writer April 8, 2025

You've probably seen people getting their color analysis done in South Korea on TikTok. The beauty trend — where a professional determines the best colors to wear based on your...

New York City Mayor Eric Adams. (Julia Smerling for WSN)

How to prepare for this year’s NYC mayoral election

A lot is at stake this election season — how can NYU students do their part?
Greg Cutler, Contributing Writer April 7, 2025

When NYU touts the slogan “the city is your campus,” it shouldn’t be just a catchphrase — think of it as an affirmation that students have the power to make real change...

Tisch student dancers pose in their choice of clothing for their morning ballet class. (Kiran Komanduri for WSN)

What are Tisch dancers wearing?

You may have seen the pastel colors, leg warmers and tulle skirts of the “balletcore” aesthetic — but this is what dancers are actually wearing for ballet class.
Caia Cupolo, Contributing Writer April 4, 2025

Ballet-inspired clothing has leaped its way into closets this past year, and while ballet flats and pink tie-up sweaters might fulfill fantasies of being a ballerina, the truth...

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4 NYC women-owned brands challenging male domination in fashion

While many fashion brands cater to women, fewer are actually owned by them — but these companies put female designers at the forefront.
Ivanka Sun, Staff Writer April 4, 2025

Walking through the glitzy streets of SoHo, you’ll find that many mannequins are strategically in eye-catching minidresses or shiny leather clutches to cater to female shoppers...

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5 takeout spots for a spring afternoon in Washington Square Park

Grab a picnic blanket and a fork for a midday picnic.
Christobelle Rudes, Staff Writer April 4, 2025

Warmer weather is approaching and Washington Square Park is slowly defrosting — picnic season is officially here. Throw your puffer jackets back in the closet and get ready to...

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Shop less, capsule wardrobe more

No more frantic mornings and impulsive purchases — just an intentional, sustainable closet full of pieces you’ll actually wear.
Ella Kwon, Staff Writer April 4, 2025

I’m no psychic, but I know somewhere in your closet, there’s some article of clothing collecting dust on a hanger that you no longer gravitate toward. There’s no shame in...

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These star-studded fashion brands are here to stay

From Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS to Tyler, the Creator’s Golf Wang, here are some celebrity brands with pieces worth the splurge.
Ella Kwon, Staff Writer April 3, 2025

What’s more unstable than first-year relationships and the Wi-Fi in the basement of Bobst Library? Fashion trends. They’re constantly changing, and it’s easy to be deterred...

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What’s happening to St. Marks?

St. Marks Place has long been a storied hub of countercultural movements, but economic pressures are pushing the street in new directions.
Mia Shou, Staff Writer April 3, 2025

Although it is physically separated from Washington Square Park, St. Marks Place is often seen as NYU’s unofficial haven for food, culture and of course, nightlife. At the same...

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Give your bag a makeover with these 4 charms for spring

Manifest the warm weather with these seasonal bag charms.
Yanel Siqueiros, Contributing Writer April 2, 2025

From scarves to badges, personalized accessories are a great way to show off your own style — but if you’re looking for something a little more playful, try a bag charm for...

Eli Lane performs his monologue as the character Zak in the play “The Ball.” (Ivy Chan for WSN)

At the Fresh Fruit Festival, NYU students bring gay to the stage

Presented by All Out Arts, the festival’s 2025 10-Minute Play Contest featured student directors and actors.
Dylan Henschen, Staff Writer April 2, 2025

Broadway has its fair share of LGBTQ+ representation — think musicals like “& Juliet” and plays like “Oh, Mary!” — but at the Fresh Fruit Festival, there is an...

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Out with the old, in with the glizzy

An exploration of how the hot dog is making its way into new realms of dining and pop culture.
Sreya Nair, Contributing Writer April 2, 2025

This city is known for its many quirks — a Starbucks on every corner, unlimited hordes of rats and a plethora of street performers. One often overlooked oddity, and arguably...

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5 overrated viral beauty products to scroll past

A chronically online girl’s trial of disappointing products.
Sreya Nair, Contributing Writer March 21, 2025

“Don’t trust the internet” — a statement we’ve all heard from professors and parents. But I would be lying if I said I didn’t consult Reddit, Instagram, TikTok or YouTube...