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

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All content by Gianna Collier-Pitts
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Fashion, Image: The Plight of the Selfie

Gianna Collier-Pitts, Violet Vision Blog Editor November 20, 2014
An opinion on our generation's obsession with social media and how it changes our own everyday appearance
Exhibition explores funeral fashion

Exhibition explores funeral fashion

Gianna Collier-Pitts, Violet Vision Blog Editor October 22, 2014
The presence of death has never been so attractive as when showcased in the Anna Wintour Costume Center. The upcoming Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibition, smartly coined "Death Becomes Her," looks at the history of mourning attire in the 19th century across Europe and the United States. It also delves deeper into the societal trends surrounding grief and the female image.
Elie Tahari Spring/Summer 2015

Elie Tahari Spring/Summer 2015

Gianna Collier-Pitts, Violet Vision Editor September 9, 2014

Marrying weather-worn separates with futuristic accessories and fabrics, Elie Tahari presented his Spring/Summer 2015 collection at his Fifth Avenue store amid a sea of guests...

Mara Hoffman Spring/Summer 2015

Mara Hoffman Spring/Summer 2015

Gianna Collier-Pitts, Violet Vision editor September 6, 2014

Accompanied by drum beats and hypnotic melodies, Mara Hoffman calmed and intrigued spectators at Lincoln Center with a lighter color palette and softer silhouettes in her Spring/Summer...

Noon by Noor Fall/Winter 2014

Noon by Noor Fall/Winter 2014

Gianna Collier-Pitts, Violet Vision Editor February 11, 2014
Noon by Noor’s Fall/Winter runway show overflowed with prints and textures inspired by nature, and included various eco-friendly fabrics such as neoprene, felt, and faux fur.