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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

Gabriella Bower

Gabriella Bower, Editor-at-Large

All content by Gabriella Bower
Quiet translates into minimalist fashion, keeping your wardrobe clean and simple.

Keep Your Your Look Quiet and Minimalist

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor February 29, 2016
Minimalist fashions and basics.

Third North

Gabriella Bower, Beauty & Style Editor February 25, 2016

Residency: Freshmen Estimated yearly cost: $13,048 - $18,494 Low-cost rooms available: Yes Commute to class: 10 minutes Nearby subways: N, R, L, Q, 4, 5, 6 Shuttle: Yes Third...

The Fashion Week Issue

The Fashion Week Issue

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor February 22, 2016

Season after season WSN has the unique opportunity to attend one of the best fashion events in the world: New York Fashion Week. Check out our recap below, or for individual show...

Helen Yarmak’s Fall/Winter 2016 Fashion Week show showcased many trendy furry looks that anyone can try.

Gender neutral trends dominate F/W 2016 runways

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor February 16, 2016
Overlapping gender neutral trends dominate the runways of Men's and Women's New York Fashion Week.
How To Not Be Awkward At Parties

How To Not Be Awkward At Parties

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor February 15, 2016
Some tips and tricks for how to make it through your next awkward party interaction.
Eidos Fall/Winter 2016

Eidos Fall/Winter 2016

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor February 6, 2016

Eighty Wooster St. was the quaint location for the Eidos Fall/Winter 2016 presentation. The space was dimly light with only spotlights on the floor to ceiling individual platforms...

Kenneth Ning Fall/Winter 2016

Kenneth Ning Fall/Winter 2016

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor February 6, 2016

Kenneth Ning’s latest collection, Revenge, effortlessly mixed tailored silhouettes, dark hues and bold prints to execute looks that will be sure to kill this season. Inspired...

Ricardo Seco Fall/Winter 2016

Ricardo Seco Fall/Winter 2016

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor February 4, 2016

The upbeat tempo of Latin American beats by Sainte Vie pulsated throughout the Ricardo Seco presentation at Skylight Clarkson North this past Wednesday. The background music...

Wood House Fall/Winter 2016

Wood House Fall/Winter 2016

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor February 3, 2016

The blank canvas that is Pier 59 Studios provided was the perfect backdrop for the Wood House Fall/Winter 2016 show. Every look was dominated by rich hues and clean lines....

Fashion Week Sees Format Change

Gabriella Bower, Beauty & Style Editor January 25, 2016

For the first time in 22 years the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) announced it would rethink the format of one of the most iconic events within the industry: New...

Breaking marital tradition to find ourselves

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor November 30, 2015

As we grow up, we are constantly reminded of gender roles especially when it comes to relationships — everything from men having to "make the first move" or being the ones to...

FRINGE

FRINGE

David Bologna and Gabriella Bower November 19, 2015
Co-editors David Bologna and Gabriella Bower share their vision for this season's issue of Fringe, "Back to Basics."

Playing with fire

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor November 18, 2015
Some say the industry is going down, but it only takes a spark to start a sartorial revolution.

Designers leave, industry not over

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Blog Editor October 29, 2015
As the industry undergoes change, the fashion world continuously moves forward.
Mara Hoffman Spring/Summer 2016

Mara Hoffman Spring/Summer 2016

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor September 12, 2015
Mara Hoffman Spring/Summer 2016

Dormspiration: Dorm decorating tips

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor August 28, 2015
Spice up your new room with these easy tips.
Fringe 2015

Fringe 2015

Sophie Lewis and Gabriella Bower April 22, 2015

Fashion is not an industry entirely based on superficiality — it should be livable and accessible. Fitness inspired fashions have been all over the runway for several seasons...

LIE SANGBONG Fall/Winter 2015

LIE SANGBONG Fall/Winter 2015

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor February 19, 2015
A review of the LIE SANGBONG Fall/Winter 2015 collection.
B. Michael America Fall/Winter 2015

B. Michael America Fall/Winter 2015

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor February 19, 2015
A review of B. Michael America Fall/Winter 2015 collection.
Ovadia and Sons Fall/Winter 2015

Ovadia and Sons Fall/Winter 2015

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor February 16, 2015
Review of the Ovadia & Sons Fall/Winter 2015 collection.
Lacoste Fall/Winter 2015

Lacoste Fall/Winter 2015

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor February 14, 2015
Review of the Lacoste Fall/Winter 2015 collection
Living on a tight budget should not stop one from looking as stylish as those on the red carpet.

Red carpet styles accessible for students

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor January 26, 2015
Transforming red carpet looks for a college budget.
Layered looks to sport this winter

Layered looks to sport this winter

Gabriella Bower, Staff Writer December 2, 2014

Living in New York City means walking everywhere and, for some, wanting to look stylish while doing so. As the weather shifts from chilly to freezing, it is important to dress...

Styles for any Thanksgiving occasion

Styles for any Thanksgiving occasion

Gabriella Bower, Staff Writer November 26, 2014
Regardless of what your Thanksgiving tradition is, there is an outfit for every occasion.
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Fashion films break ground

Gabriella Bower, Staff Writer November 20, 2014
An investigation into the rise of the new media —the fashion film.
Fall weather brings back variety of sweater styles

Fall weather brings back variety of sweater styles

Gabriella Bower, Staff Writer November 5, 2014
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: sweater weather. The basic pullovers and cardigans are here, but there are also several new sweater trends making their mark this season.
Fashion idea reaches startup status

Fashion idea reaches startup status

Gabriella Bower, Staff Writer October 22, 2014
Four months ago, School of Professional Studies senior Arben Durollari pitched an idea for his senior project that combined all of his passions: fashion, videography and media studies. Today, the senior project is now a fashion start-up company named BÖND.
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Barefaced models shock the runway

Gabriella Bower, Contributing Writer September 24, 2014
With Marc Jacobs' Spring/Summer 2015 collection leading the way, the natural, no-makeup look may be the latest beauty trend.

Fashion student on London style

Gabriella Bower, Contributing Writer September 17, 2014
As fashion week sets in New York, it is just rising in London. The designers, the models and the stars will all shine again on the runways, but that’s where the similarities end. Rachel Wang, a junior in the Gallatin School of Individualized Study, is spending her semester in London through the Gallatin Program in Global Fashion. Rachel was kind enough to answer some of our questions regarding the differences between these cities.
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Versatile Fashion Week accessories to suit every occasion

Gabriella Bower, Contributing Writer September 10, 2014
Journalists have many options when it comes to the type of bag they should bring to Fashion Week.

Barbara Tfank Spring/Summer 2015

Gabriella Bower, Contributing Writer September 9, 2014

Suite New York, a posh Upper East side furniture retailer, hosted the Barbara Tfank Spring/Summer 2015. While the setting was industrial, the clothes were anything but. Each piece...

A Moi Spring/Summer 2015

A Moi Spring/Summer 2015

Gabriella Bower and Molly Legrow September 6, 2014

Flooded with natural light, the Refectory inside the High Line Hotel served as a perfect backdrop for the A Moi Spring/Summer 2015 collection. White platforms stood in the center...