Fashion & Beauty Archive
30th October 2020
In conversation: Black in Fashion
We spoke to Black in Fashion: a Manchester-based platform creating opportunities and connections for black creatives in the north
28th October 2020
Cruelty-free skincare: Nourish your skin without compromising on ethics
Do you know if your favourite skincare products are animal-tested or not? Give you skincare routine a changeover with these cruelty-free brands.
23rd October 2020
Opinion: It’s okay if you shop fast fashion
Whether your student budget makes sustainable shopping difficult or social media has pressured you into needing to feel fashionable, perhaps we shouldn’t be so quick to judge those who rely on fast fashion
23rd October 2020
Your winter wardrobe staple based on your zodiac sign
Your horoscope may tell you who the ideal partner will be or whether good fortune is coming your way, but have you ever thought about letting it decide your winter wardrobe?
16th October 2020
Untangling Curls
We asked four women with different curl types to tell us about their hair journey and favourite products to use right now
16th October 2020
Appearance in the age of Zoom: How to dress for a virtual class
As Zoom lectures and virtual classes are taking over our student experience, one question still remains – what do we wear?
15th October 2020
Style saviours you never realised originated from Black communities
From hoop earrings to the hairbrush, how many of these style staples did you know were created or popularised by black communities?
13th October 2020
Beauty for all: Inclusivity and diversity in the cosmetic industry
Have inclusive makeup products truly become the standard, with the industry’s seemingly positive attitude towards inclusivity and diversity?
9th October 2020
Styled, steamed, shimmered: Stories of second-hand September
The surprising second-hand September that shaped, swapped, and styled some of our editorial team’s wardrobes this month
9th October 2020
Moschino Spring 2021: Strings Attached
This COVID-compliant fashion show has been overrun by fantasy as Jeremy Scott displays his latest designs on 30-inch marionettes
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6th October 2020
Autumn trend forecast: how to style for September/October
Whilst our lockdown-induced ‘comfort over everything’ mantra still stands, we’re ready to hit the streets with this autumn’s hottest new trends, as reported by contributor Alice Holder
2nd October 2020
In the Beauty Bag #2: Fashion Columnist Anna Jin
Anna Jin talks about her skincare routine, favorite products, and makeup inspiration for ‘In The Beauty Bag’, a series by Beauty Editor Alexandra Bikard
2nd October 2020
Accounting for Style #6: A sensible start and winter wardrobe temptations
A final-year English Literature student tracks their attempts to budget and spending on fashion and beauty over the course of a month
29th September 2020
5 unexpected fashion trends to hit the streets of Manchester this autumn
Autumn is no longer just plaid skirts and chunky sweaters – be bold as we explore 5 unexpected trends for this season and how to achieve them in Manchester.
25th September 2020
POC around the block 1: Liya Kebede
Anna Jin explores the work of accomplished model, designer, and humanitarian, Liya Kebede for her series POC around the block
22nd September 2020
French beauty products worth the hype
Ever wanted to achieve that effortless French girl aesthetic? We recommend these eight French pharmacy products that are worth the hype
13th May 2020
10 sustainable beauty swaps
You may have made your fashion habits more sustainable but have you considered the environmental impact of the beauty products you use?
13th May 2020
5 DIY beauty products to make at home
Bored of jigsaws, knitting and writing your dissertation? Why not try creating your own beauty products at home with these simple and quick formulas
13th May 2020
5 DIY masks to try whilst stuck at home
A DIY mask is the perfect option for lockdown boredom and you’ll probably have a lot of these ingredients in your kitchen cupboard
24th April 2020
Are virtual runways the next step for the fashion industry?
Are catwalks from the comfort of your bedroom the next way to consume fashion?