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

Washington Square News

An illustration of a cell phone showcasing on the screen a Tik Tok app video, with a sign that reads “Shein Haul”. Under this, a girl with brown hair and a yellow sweater holding 5 plastic packages.

Slow down and resist fast fashion

TikTok keeps telling me to buy more clothes. The planet is begging me to stop.
Mika Chipana, Contributing Writer Mar 3, 2022

As an infrequent user of social media, I dedicate one evening a week to a guilty pleasure: mindlessly scrolling through TikTok. Recently, a video claiming to predict spring and...

Shopping at thrift stores, such as Beacon’s Closet, is a good way to practice sustainability. It is important to make conscious shopping choices in order to contribute to collective change in the fashion industry. (Photo by Camila Ceballos)

How to dress more sustainably

Everything you need to know to step up your style in a sustainable fashion.
Camila Ceballos, Contributing Writer Sep 27, 2021

While you might think your outfit only affects you, the truth is that the fashion industry — and, by extension, your fashion — has a direct impact on human rights and the environment....

A shopper who is aware of the environmental impacts of fast fashion chooses between two more sustainable options. As fast fashion companies are all about keeping up with the latest styles, they strive to generate products as fast as possible, leading to unethical practices and poor quality clothing. (Illustration by Li-Chun Pan)

Cheap Clothes Have a High Price Tag — and It’s Impacting Everyone

What are students doing to combat their fast fashion consumption?
Marielle Marlys, Staff Writer Feb 28, 2020

Though the price of fast fashion is appealing to many consumers, the industry faces irreversible consequences with regard to the global economy and climate patterns. Online clothing...

The simplistic design of Comme des Garçons Converse was a great trend four years ago. (Staff Photo by Jorene He)

Hot Takes From the Beauty & Style Desk

Overworn and outdone.
Chad Evans, Staff Writer Nov 4, 2019

Few colleges or universities can claim the fashion culture that NYU can. Whether I want to admit it or not, it was a small but contributing factor in my decision to attend. I genuinely...

First-year Halle Kaufax modeling a windbreaker for the Unitiques store.

Shop Sustainably at Student-Run Online Store

Emma Hernando, Staff Writer Mar 7, 2018
Want to own cool clothing but don't want to spend a lot of money? Have a couple of clothing items you want to sell? Check out Unitiques.
NYU Fully Loaded

NYU Fully Loaded

The Expensive Fashion Scene
Pamela Jew, Deputy Managing Editor Feb 5, 2018

In front of Elmer Holmes Bobst Library on a cold January day, the flock is out. That is, the flock of Canada Goose jackets among an assortment of fur jackets — real and faux,...

Aquazurra, a high end shoe company by Edgardo Osorio, is in the midst of a lawsuit against Ivanka Trump for copying the design of their Wild Thing Sandal.

Knockoffs Get Knocked Off

Alice Lammers, Contributing Writer Oct 2, 2017
An on-going conflict between luxury shoe company Aquazzura and Ivanka Trump brings into question the line between designers taking inspiration from others or simply imitating them.
When going out, all-black ensemble is a stylish go-to. (Photo by Yeho Hwang)

Stay warm with this season’s coolest coats

Yeho Hwang, Contributing Writer Nov 3, 2015
As temperatures drop, embrace the chill with chic winter outerwear.

[VIDEO] Leather: the ultimate outerwear

Adryan Son, Staff Writer Oct 28, 2015
From biker to bomber, the leather jacket is always in style. Lucky for us, it's also back in season.
As winter approaches, many people choose turtlenecks over scarves to stay warm.

Total neck coverage uncostly and chic

Mikaella Evaristo, Contributing Writer Oct 13, 2015
The sweater once saved for tech geniuses takes its turn in the spotlight this fall. From neutral to cable-knit, the turtleneck could be the ultimate seasonal piece.

Sweater weather welcomes cozy trends

Audrey Stiffle, Contributing Writer Oct 6, 2015
After a few months of blisteringly hot weather, New Yorkers beg for the first crisp, cool fall days to roll around. Many people have become tired of wearing the same shorts or tank tops and begin to crave their cashmere sweaters and oversized jackets.
Hot spots for Black Friday sales

Hot spots for Black Friday sales

Sam Del Rowe, Staff Writer Nov 26, 2014
In preparation for Black Friday, check out the best New York City locations of these popular retail stores.

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