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An illustration of a woman with red hair, a cream sweater and a green skirt poses happily in her thrifted clothes.

From jewelry to jackets: The ultimate guide to online thrifting

There’s plenty of places online to shop for vintage staples, but every site has its own niche. Here’s how to get the most of each.
Pritheva Zakaria, Staff Writer March 13, 2024

In New York City, there is no shortage of thrift stores for the fashionable NYU student. But, the rise in online shopping in recent years has, in many ways, turned thrifting digital....

A group of models stand together for a photo on the runway. Behind them is a stream of purple light.

A look into the 2023 Gallatin Fashion Show

The Gallatin School of Individualized Study’s annual fashion show, with the theme “Renewal,” showcased 21 designers’ work in its 2023 exhibition.
Leila Anderson, Contributing Writer March 8, 2023

The 2023 Gallatin Fashion Show, which features student designers, was held on March 3, and was the school’s first in-person show since 2019. Its fitting theme was “renewal.”...

Transfers’ Journal

Transfers’ Journal

A collection of short narratives that give an insight into the lives of transfer students, discussing the concepts of transferring from another university or another school within NYU, where it is often difficult to situate in.

Journal Entry #1 By Ashley Wu Admitting that I was lonely felt like defeat. When I transferred to NYU in the fall of my sophomore year, I ignored all the warnings from my friends...

Ria Mittal steps out of her comfort-zone wearing her roommate’s “comfy” outfit on Day 1. (Photo by Ria Mittal)

I Swapped Wardrobes With My Roommate for a Week

Ria vs. Pants: the ultimate showdown.
Ria Mittal, Staff Writer February 27, 2020

My roommate, Minori Parelkar, and I are polar opposites in many ways but especially in our personal styles. I dress super feminine and pretty “basic”, while she is bold and...

Staff Rants and Raves: October

Staff Rants and Raves: October

Sometimes, October is less of a month and more of a vibe. Hear what our staff has to say about it.

Rants On Getting Older By Alexandria Johnson, Deputy News Editor Even though October is my birth month, I don't really look forward to it. I think it's either because...

(Photo by Ishaan Parmar)

Edgii S/S 2020

Ishaan Parmar, Contributing Photographer September 6, 2019

See more of WSN’s New York Fashion Week coverage here. Email Ishaan Parmar at [email protected].

Valerie Stepanova, CAS junior, tries on clothes at the NYU bookstore. Her goal is to create an entire outfit (minus the shoes) that is stylish, unobnoxious, and decently priced. (Staff Photo by Min Ji Kim)

I Tried to Put Together an Outfit With NYU Bookstore Gear

There are some hidden gems in the men’s section.
Valerie Stepanova, Contributing Writer May 1, 2019

Like any other college, NYU’s bookstore sells plenty of clothing that proudly professes in purple your association with the school to any passerby. And for a school not...

A woman wears a stylish water-proof  PVC coat.  (Staff Photo by Jorene He)

How Students Stay Stylish in the Rain

April showers bring stylistic dilemmas.
Bella Gil, Staff Writer May 1, 2019

Navigating the sidewalks of New York City in the rain is unpleasant enough, but after your favorite white sneakers get drenched in dirty runoff water and your thrifted silk blouse...

Signs outside the new Buffalo Exchange location, which will open at 714 Broadway this spring. (Photo by Min Ji Kim)

Boost Your Wardrobe After Class at Buffalo Exchange

The well-known consignment store is coming to campus.
Taylor Jeffries, Staff Writer March 24, 2019

Spring cleaning might lead to spring shopping with Buffalo Exchange’s arrival on campus. The popular consignment store is scheduled to open a new location this spring at 714...

During the "Oneirornaut" showcase by Shayna Feuer, a model mimes sleeping. (Photo by Jorene He)

Gallatin Designers Bring Dreams to Life on the Runway

Flying bears, night terrors, Arizona and more.
Carol Lee, Beauty & Style Editor March 11, 2019

Audience members dove into the subconscious of the Gallatin School of Individualized Study’s designers during this year’s Gallatin Fashion Show: Dreams and Dreamscapes. The...

Suzanne Rae F/W 2019

Akshay Prabhushankar, Deputy Managing Editor March 3, 2019

Set on the fourth floor of a Chinatown walk-up, Suzanne Rae’s Fall/Winter 2019 collection was introduced in an ordinary apartment with white walls and white floors. Boots,...

Fashion for Peace F/W 2019

Natasha Fenga, Contributing Photographer February 24, 2019