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

An illustration of several people wearing colorful dresses against a background with yellow, purple and blue patches. On the bottom right corner is a pink shoe with text “miu miu.”

Spring fashion forecast: Maximalism is here to stay

An inside look at seven blooming style trends for springtime.
Olivia Condell, Contributing Writer March 23, 2023

With the Fall/Winter 2023 Fashion Week and awards seasons coming to a close, a new chapter in fashion has arrived. Trends like balletcore and imaginative floral designs all have...

Students and faculty reflect on how they acquired their first high end purchase and what it means to them. (Photo by Alex Tran)

Worth the Investment? The Hidden Payoffs of High Fashion

From confidence to conservation, your first luxury purchase can reflect your values in a way that’s worth the investment.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer September 12, 2019

The first high-end purchase. Though far from affordable for everyone, it’s an important milestone for many. Whether a gift or the culmination of months of saving up, a luxury...

Pantone’s color of the year is Greenery, a mix of light blue and bright yellow that represents a fresh bud in the spring. Pictured on the left is from Gucci S/S 2017 menswear;  pictured on the right is from the J.Crew F/W 2017 collection.

Greenery, 2017’s Color of the Year, Ushers in a Hopeful Spring

Cissy Yun, Contributing Writer February 27, 2017
Pantone, the authoritative institute of color, introduced Greenery as 2017’s color of the year. The color of a blooming bud inspired this mixture of light blue and bright yellow, and Pantone believes the color represents new beginnings. The bold color has already made a splash on the runway.