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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

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

Washington Square News

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TASOU is the rising star of avant-garde athleisure

The Active Self Spring/Summer 2022 collection explores comfortable fashion, fashionable comfort.
Victoria Maung, Contributing Writer September 14, 2021

  Chuks Collins proves athleisure isn’t just a trend — it’s a staple. The Bronx-based Nigerian designer of The Athletic Side of Us demonstrated that athleisure...

Kate McKinnon wearing SNL’s parody athleisure  “pro-Chiller” leggings.

When Fashion Meets Comfort: Athleisure

Marisa Lopez, Staff Writer April 12, 2018
Athleisure: your certified fashionable excuse to wear leggings 24/7.
Kania S/S 2018

Kania S/S 2018

Julia Sheykhet, Contributing Writer September 8, 2017

Debuting its first collection for New York Fashion Week, Canadian brand Kania blurred the line between athletic wear and couture in a style that can only be described as “athluxury”. During...

Athleisure is the trend of wearing adaptable clothing and beauty products appropriate for the gym and the outside world.  Beauty companies are embracing the trend with compact, travel-sized products.

Athleisure Beauty Product Guide

Anastasiya Shelest, Contributing Writer March 6, 2017
The sporty, athleisure style that overcame fashion has now become a defined beauty trend, too. These gym-to-street ready cosmetic brands and products will help you achieve the fresh-faced look.
Lazy day outfits are in. Many people are now mixing athleisure with statement pieces for a nice, casual look.

Comfy Chic is Back In Style

Liv Chai, Staff Writer February 27, 2017
From model-off-duty to effortless glam, fashion has turned to the casual girl-next-door for new, fresh and toned down looks. Dressing down instead of dressing up to the nines has become much more than an excuse for a lazy day, it’s become a fashion statement.
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....