Fashion & Beauty Archive
7th May 2017
What does it take to be the best dressed at Pangaea?
Let’s take a look through the costumes of Pangaea’s past to see what it takes to be crowned the best dressed
28th March 2017
Fake your way to the tan
As a self-confessed fake tan addict, Deputy Fashion and Beauty Editor Talia Lee-Skudder reveals her top tips for successful tanning that will give you that sunkissed glow ready for the warmer months
28th March 2017
Prepping for the poolside
The sun is slowly coming out and it’s time to start thinking ahead to those summer months. Jenny Knowles helps you become the ultimate, on-trend beach babe
27th March 2017
Gyalchester
According to university style profiles, Manchester’s female students have a specific look that resurfaces across campus. Deputy fashion and beauty editor Sophie Soar examines what our stereotype is and how to style yourself accordingly
27th March 2017
King of the Fallowfield look
Although fashion does have global reach, here in Manchester we seem to have our own style bubble
23rd March 2017
Festival friendly beauty tips
Kitty Mitchell Turner reveals her top tips to keep your festival look fresh
21st March 2017
Going crazy for gingham
Gingham is back on the high street in a big way and this SS17 is the revival of the primary school-inspired pattern, writes Deputy Fashion and Beauty Editor Talia Lee-Skudder
21st March 2017
The KonMarie
As summer approaches, our winter wardrobes take a step back, so Kitty Mitchell Turner provides a step-by-step guide to clear up your closet with KonMarie
20th March 2017
Lighter spring coats
As spring begins to rear its sunny head, it’s time to ditch the fur and opt for a lighter option
15th March 2017
Working 9-5
The working wardrobe can be a minefield after the years spent slumming in your comfies on the Magic Bus, so some minor shifts might be needed to get the professional look
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15th March 2017
The feminist fashion journalist
In light of the Women in Media conference last week, Deputy Fashion and Beauty Editor Sophie Soar presents her favourite woman in the media and her apt ability to combine fashion and feminism
14th March 2017
The female boss: Maria Grazia Chiuri
Inkeeping with International Women’s Day, this week at The Mancunion we’re celebrating the female trailblazers of the fashion industry. Let’s hear it for the girls
14th March 2017
It’s time to dress fancy
Choosing what to wear for you graduation or summer ball is a daunting task, but as shops start to receive there occasion wear we offer a few tips for Spring Summer 17
14th March 2017
Can florals ever be cool?
While it is commonly accepted that florals will rear their head every spring, what are you supposed to do with them if you’re a grunge loving Fallowfield chick?
10th March 2017
Sex sells
As feminism attempts to concur all, it cannot be denied that female sexuality is a taboo that causes mixed responses from the feminist community. Kim Kardashian, Emily Ratajkowski and Emma Watson’s recent controversy are claiming that there bodies and their sexuality do not contradict their feminism. This week Jenny Knowles has a look at how sex sells in fashion and, whether it’s the women who profit?
9th March 2017
Feminism and Japanese fashion
The fashion industry is often seen to sexualise women’s bodies but does this translate across continents?
8th March 2017
Case study: The ostrich feather jacket
Deputy Fashion and Beauty Editor Talia Lee-Skudder reveals why the ostrich feather jacket should be the reason that you take out another loan
7th March 2017
NYX: the soft matte lip cream
Shannon Winterbone talks through the perks of NYX’s cult liquid lipstick
7th March 2017
Lets talk about thongs
Potentially the most controversial item you’ll find in your lingerie drawer
6th March 2017
Guardian Angel or Glamorising Arms?
Is there a danger in sporting a fashion accessory without understanding its power as a political message? How aware of we are the statements we make?