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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

Daphne Zhu

Daphne Zhu, Beauty & Style Editor

Daphne Zhu is a first-year majoring in journalism and economics. She can be found shopping in SoHo, critiquing the latest runway shows and binging Gossip Girl.

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Vanessa Wallace, Savage X Fenty Chief Marketing Officer (Daphne Zhu for WSN)

Championing inclusivity and innovation: a conversation with Savage x Fenty CMO Vanessa Wallace

Named one of AdWeek’s 2025 CMOs to watch, Savage X Fenty’s Vanessa Wallace tells WSN about disruptive marketing and value-driven leadership.
Daphne Zhu, Beauty & Style Editor March 12, 2025

Vanessa Wallace, chief marketing officer of Savage X Fenty — the boundary-pushing intimates and loungewear brand founded by Rihanna — has built a remarkable career blending...

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The perfect day in the East Village

Six residence halls, four academic buildings and dozens of student hotspots — there’s no denying that the East Village is NYU territory.

On any given day, you’ll find iced latte-sipping NYU students at one of the East Village’s many cafes — and at night, you’ll find them on St. Marks Place, getting...

(Mariana Arboleda for WSN)

The perfect day in SoHo

How to navigate New York’s trendiest neighborhood.
Bella Simonte, Daphne Zhu, Grace Tan, Julia Kim and Lauren Ng February 14, 2025

You probably know SoHo for its vibrant art scene, designer stores and cast-iron architecture. While the neighborhood remains a cultural highlight of lower Manhattan for tourists...

Frederick Anderson brings gothic glamour to Paradise Club

Frederick Anderson brings gothic glamour to Paradise Club

Set against a deep red backdrop with moody lighting, Anderson’s show evoked old Hollywood glamour with a contemporary, avant-garde twist.
Daphne Zhu, Beauty & Style Editor February 13, 2025

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The perfect day in the West Village

Don’t be intimidated by its bougie reputation.
Bella Simonte, Daphne Zhu, Grace Tan, Julia Kim and Lauren Ng January 27, 2025

Think of the West Village as the East Village’s older, classier cousin. With quieter streets, small boutique stores and historic buildings, this neighborhood is refined yet...

An illustration of various winter clothing items. Depicted in front of a snowy background is a fur coat, a gray sweater, brown ballet flats, a mannequin head with a furry hood and a pair of legs in a miniskirt wearing knee-high boots.

Winter fashion trend report 2024

The temperature may be dropping outside, but these winter 2024 fashion trends are turning up the heat.
Daphne Zhu, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

As the colder weather sets in, winter 2024 fashion is all about roaring statements and plush textures. Whether you’re stepping out in fierce, bold prints or retreating to a cozy...

(Gia Sidhu for WSN)

Your ultimate guide to thrifting around NYU

Daphne Zhu, Contributing Writer September 30, 2024