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

Washington Square News

L Train Vintage is a vintage chain store of 6 locations including Williamsburg, East Village, East Williamsburg, West Williamsburg, Bushwick, Gowanus.

Save the Earth; Shop Vintage?

Sherah Ndjongo, Staff Writer October 30, 2017
Vintage shopping is a viable way to reduce, reuse and recycle, and to start conversation about sustainability and conscious consumerism.
Canal Street Market is a food hall (including Korean barbecue, sushi & bubble tea) and artsy retail market on Canal Street. (Near Canal St. station)

Canal Street Market Brings Food and Shopping to Chinatown

Alyssa Lynn Kelly, Contributing Writer October 18, 2017
A new, hip market with shops and food vendors opened its doors on Canal Street
Amazon’s Convenient Authoritarianism

Amazon’s Convenient Authoritarianism

Theo Wayt, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017
This 21st-century form of centralized control is coming not from governments, but from private companies like Amazon, which aims in its mission statement to be “earth’s most consumer-centric company.”
The Runway at Saks 5th Avenue

The Runway at Saks 5th Avenue

Caroline Zemsky, Staff Writer September 9, 2017

Bright. Flashing. Glamorous. Saks 5th Avenue was throned with flashing lights and dazzling clothing. Sparkling dresses paired with knee high boots, dresses with abdominal cuts,...

A first investment piece, whether it be a piece of jewelry, a handbag or a pair of shoes, is a fashion milestone worth more than the price tag alone.

Fashion Milestones

Sophie Shaw, Beauty & Style Editor September 4, 2017
Looking back on fashion-firsts in one's life can give insight to meaningful moment's in his or her life and reveal their style evolution.
Levi’s first pair of jeans was geared for women in 1934. Now, Levi’s has a new collection that features fitted cigarette cut jeans and classic striped t-shirts that can work with both genders.

Dress for a Fluid Future

Liv Chai, Staff Writer April 20, 2017
Social norms have been moving toward a less gendered status quo for a while now, and some fashion companies are finally taking the hint.
Alternative Apparel, on Lafayette Street, SoHo. The fabric-first clothing brand produces 70% of its high quality garments through sustainable processes and materials.

Shop With a Clean Conscience

Kate Holland, Contributing Writer February 24, 2017
Supporting stores that employ sustainable manufacturing tactics can ameliorate the fashion industry’s long-held struggle with ethical production. Here are some places you can shop at this spring to support the movement toward sustainability.
See-now, buy-now is the concept of being able to buy clothing right after a fashion show ends. Major fashion icons, such as Tommy Hilfiger, are participating in this revolutionary trend.

Runway to Retail in Seconds

Thomas Chou, Contributing Writer February 21, 2017
Discover which brands embraced the see-now, buy-now model during New York Fashion Week's Fall/Winter 2017 season.
JACHS New York, among many other stores, hosts a sample sale in Soho, with a 60%-90% off discount. Sample sales are a great way to acquire fashionable clothing at an affordable price.

Simple Guide to Sample Sales

Chloe Tran, Contributing Writer February 16, 2017
Sample sales are a good way to get designer clothing for less. Here are a few tips to make the most of your experience.
With modern society's growing reliance on technology, the era of brick-and-mortar storefronts may be coming to an end. Though some people continue to try on clothes in physical stores, that is becoming less of the case as online shopping becomes more popular.

The End of Brick-and-Mortar

Chloe Tran, Contributing Writer February 6, 2017
In 2017, do we still need physical retail stores, especially in a digital age when it consistently saves time and energy to order online?
There are a multitude of secondhand textbook sellers, both online and in store, for NYU students to take advantage of.

How to Get Your Textbooks Cheaply and Quickly

Taylor Nicole Rogers, Features Editor January 31, 2017
At this point in the semester you have no excuse not to have all the books you need for your classes. Here’s how to save hundreds and get your books by the end of the week.
Buying gently used second hand clothing from places such as The Goodwill Store, located at 44 W 8th St., is an affordable way to be chic while being a socially conscious shopper.

Social Responsibility: The Shopping of Tomorrow

Ali Webb, Staff Writer November 17, 2016
Brands and consumers alike keep social responsibility in mind. Check out these brands before your next shopping spree.