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

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor

Michaela Hoffman is the Violet Vision Editor for the Washington Square News. She is a freshman in the Liberal Studies Program and hails from Albany, NY. When Michaela to the big city this past fall, Michaela traded in her #basic but comfortable UGG boots for knee-high boots, “in the name of fashion.” However, she is a firm believer that fashion is one of the most powerful forms of self-expression. Style comes from confidence in both your appearance and in yourself. In her free time, Michaela enjoys listening to rock music and talking to anyone that will listen about her dogs Albert and Josie. For more quality content, follow her on Instagram and Twitter.

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NYU Beauty Beat

NYU Beauty Beat

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor November 9, 2017
We asked a few NYU students about their personal beauty evolution and which beauty and skincare products they can't live without.
VICKYZ S/S 2018

VICKY’Z S/S 2018

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor September 13, 2017

Vicky Zhang, the designer behind the family-focused brand VICKY’Z, designs matching clothing ensembles intended for parent-child duos of all ages and genders. Designing clothing...

Miguel Vieira S/S 2018

Miguel Vieira S/S 2018

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor September 13, 2017

Miguel Vieira’s clothing is a minimalist’s dream. In his Spring/Summer 2018 collection, Vieira kept with this theme while simultaneously practicing the art of duality in...

Fashion Palette: Australian RTW S/S 2018

Fashion Palette: Australian RTW S/S 2018

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor September 13, 2017

When thinking of the world’s leading fashion hubs, one might not immediately think of Australia. However, if Fashion Palette’s Spring/Summer 2018 show proved anything,...

Designer: Delaney Beem Model: Clara Chen

Delaney Beem

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor April 20, 2017

Although many designers work toward lessening fashion’s carbon footprint, up-and-coming designer Delaney Beem innovates with eco-fashion, which puts her at the forefront...

Millenial Influencers

Millenial Influencers

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor February 21, 2017

This year’s New York Fashion Week made evident some major changes happening in the fashion industry. Even if you didn’t attend fashion week, you probably viewed your favorite...

Gemy Maalouf F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor February 15, 2017

Gemy Maalouf’s Fall/Winter 2017 runway show at the Bowery Hotel instantly transported the guests into a refined 1920s cocktail party, not unlike one thrown by Jay Gatsby. Before...

Vilma Mare F/W 2017

Vilma Mare F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor February 14, 2017

The political climate in America is a hot topic amongst designers at New York Fashion Week. This was no exception with Vilma Mare’s down-to-earth Fall/Winter 2017 collection,...

Ame Amour Fall/Winter 2017

Ane Amour F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor February 9, 2017

Despite the snow outside, Ane Amour heated things up with Fall/Winter 2017 show, titled “Daughters of Artemis.” The collection was intended to evoke the unrestrained elements...

Epson Digital Couture F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor February 8, 2017

Epson brought back its signature vibrancy and diversity for the third installment of their Digital Couture Project event, held at the IAC Building in the Meatpacking District....

Loris Diran F/W 2017

Loris Diran F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor February 2, 2017

Loris Diran’s Fall/Winter 2017 show, titled “BACK 2 BLACK”, was largely influenced by his past year living and working in India and mainland China. The atmosphere...

Kenneth Ning F/W 2017

Kenneth Ning F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor February 2, 2017

Kenneth Ning’s signature deconstructed menswear made another appearance at his Fall/Winter 2017 show. Ning embraced the technological 21st century by having the show at the...

Robert Geller F/W 2017

Robert Geller F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor January 31, 2017

Art imitated life today at Robert Geller’s Fall/Winter 2017 show. His collection titled, “Love and War”, was a nod to the political climate today in America. The show...

Nick Graham F/W 2017

Nick Graham F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor January 31, 2017

Nick Graham took his audience on a trip to space in his Fall/Winter 2017 collection titled, “Life on Mars: Fall/Winter 2035.” Graham’s themed shows in the past have always...

Donating the clothes you no longer wear is a great way to clean out your closet and give to those in need at the same time.

Make Something of Your Unwanted Clothes

Michaela Hoffman, Staff Writer November 28, 2016
One person's garbage is another person's gold. Donate, closet swap or repurpose old clothes to reinvent your wardrobe.

Five Thanksgiving Scenarios, Five Outfits

Michaela Hoffman, Staff Writer November 21, 2016
Don't know what to wear for Thanksgiving? We have you covered.
Mallzee is a shopping app that is set up like Tinder, allowing you to swipe various products to your preference.

Style-Centric Apps For Your Phone

Michaela Hoffman, Staff Writer November 14, 2016
Procrastinating has never been so fashionable. Download these style-centric smartphone apps today.
It turns out that iPhones are dirtier than toilets, so avoid the germs and use headphones or earphones instead.

Cell Phones: Harming Your Skin?

Michaela Hoffman, Staff Writer November 7, 2016
While there is evidence for negative side effects for your skin linked to light emission from smartphones, they are life threatening.