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

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

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All content by Madison Reis

Teen modeling questions catwalk restrictions

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer September 21, 2015
Young girls are starting their modeling careers exponentially earlier as time progresses. Kate Moss started at 14, Barbara Palvin at 13 and Lindsey Wixson at 12. The list goes on and on. But how young is too young?
Clothes fight baby beauty standards

Clothes fight baby beauty standards

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer September 14, 2015

Last April, NYU employee Jason Y. Evans snapped a photo in NYU’s very own bookstore of a girls’ “I hate my thighs” onesie right next to a boys’ “I’m super” onesie,...

The NYU Bookstore is no longer selling the controversial onesies.

Bookstore onesie sparks controversy

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer April 8, 2015
Last week, it was discovered that the NYU Bookstore had been selling a body-shaming onesie for baby girls.
Flash tattoos are making a comeback as the weather gets warmer.

Temporary Tattoos here to stay

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer April 2, 2015
A guide on one of the hottest trends this spring: flash tattoos.

Tips for breaking into fashion

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer March 11, 2015
Tips on finding an internship in the fashion industry.
NewbarK Fall/Winter 2015

NewbarK Fall/Winter 2015

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer February 18, 2015
A review of the NewbarK Fall/Winter 2015 collection.
Plus size model Tess Munster became the first woman wearing a size 22 to sign with a major industry

Plus-sized model sparks social media backlash

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer February 17, 2015
The recent signing of plus-size model Tess Munster has sparked extensive online debate.
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Photo: Degen Fall/Winter 2015

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer February 12, 2015

Katie Gallagher Fall/Winter 2015

Katie Gallagher Fall/Winter 2015

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer February 12, 2015
Katie Gallagher's Fall/Winter 2015 collection pushed boundaries, embraced the drama of simplicity, and utilized the power of color.
New York Men’s Day Fall/Winter 2015

New York Men’s Day Fall/Winter 2015

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer February 11, 2015
A review of New York Men's Day, featuring designers Carlos Campos, Gents, Timo Weiland, J. Lindeberg, Hickey Freeman and Chapter.
JSong Fall/Winter 2015

JSong Fall/Winter 2015

Madison Reis February 11, 2015
Review of the JSong Fall/Winter 2015 show.
Paris  couture pushes boundaries

Paris couture pushes boundaries

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer February 10, 2015
Find out which designers stood out at the Spring 2015 Couture fashion shows.
After eight years of operation, Piperlime will be closing both its website and its physical store, which is located on Wooster Street. Gap Inc., the parent company, will continue to support its other brands, including Old Navy, Banana Republic and Athleta.

Popular Piperlime to pack it in next month

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer February 4, 2015
With a new trend of retailers shutting down, Gap's mega-popular Piperlime announces its close.

Outcry over lack of plus-sized clothing

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer February 4, 2015
Target excludes plus size clothes from store for new Lilly Pulitzer collaboration, sparking Twitter backlash.
Fashion company now pays interns

Fashion company now pays interns

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer October 8, 2014
Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy is starting to pay for their fashion interns.
Screenshots from the Facebook group indicate vulgar language and bullying.

Freshman class Facebook group under fire

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer September 18, 2014
The Class of 2018 Facebook page has been a source of controversy, particularly in relation to the Class Activities Board elections.

British stars bring style with natural facial features

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer September 17, 2014
From their adorable accents to their love of tea, there seems to be an obsession with the Brits. With London Fashion Week in full swing, we’re provided with a chance to appreciate the unique beauty of some of Great Britain’s most famous faces.
 Katya Leonovich Spring/Summer 2015

Katya Leonovich Spring/Summer 2015

Madison Reis and Bryna Shuman September 8, 2014

A pioneer and innovator, Katya Leonovich made history in the fashion world. While always known for her futuristic and out-of-the-box style, Leonovich’s Spring/Summer 2015 collection...

Degen Spring/Summer 2015

Degen Spring/Summer 2015

Madison Reis, Contributing Writer September 5, 2014

Beach balls, palm trees, neons and pastels transported spectators to a psychedelic beach in the middle of a utopian world that was Degen’s Spring/Summer 2015 collection....