Fashion & Beauty Archive
17th October 2023
How to be a sustainable clothes shopper as a student
The Mancunion shares its tips and tricks for shopping sustainably as a student
13th October 2023
Quiz: Which uni style are you?
Grab a pen and circle your answers to find out what your uni style identity is in our Fashion and Beauty quiz…
12th October 2023
On screen style report #2: Carrie Bradshaw
From Manolo Blahnik to Dolce and Gabbana: How Carrie Bradshaw would rule the NYC fashion-sphere today
11th October 2023
Vintage Folk: Manchester’s monthly vintage warehouse sale comes to the SU
The Students’ Union became home to a vintage clothing pop-up sale hosted by pre-loved experts Vintage Folk. We went down to give it a review!
10th October 2023
How to look after your skin this autumn
As the autumn weather sets in, The Mancunion has some top tips for transitioning your skincare routine for the colder months which won’t break the bank
6th October 2023
ClothesCycle: UK’s biggest thrift market comes to Victoria Baths
Find out more about the fun-filled thrift market held by ClothesCycle at Victoria Baths
5th October 2023
On screen style report #1: Serena van der Woodsen
What would Serena van der Woodsen wear in 2023? Gossip Girl and The Mancunion are here to find out
18th September 2023
Bloomers are back: A successful attempt at reclaiming feminist fashion?
An exploration of bloomers as a feminist symbol and their role in fashion today
1st September 2023
King George vs Lady Gaga: Crown to Couture at Kensington Palace in review
Crown to Couture is an expertly curated exhibition which draws fascinating parallels between the world of today’s red carpet and the Georgian Royal Court in the 18th century.
9th May 2023
Natsu Fest: The Last Dance – What’s next for Manchester’s community clothing brand?
From an early collaboration with Wagamama to starting a music festival in his backyard. We sat down with student clothing brand owner Dhara Nat Sufraz Patel to talk everything Natsu Clothing.
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2nd May 2023
Making a statement: Fashion in politics
From Minion suits to social movements, find out why fashion in politics has been making a statement for so long.
26th April 2023
Beyond the Bimbo: Can the Barbie movie redefine female stereotypes?
We consider the implication of the new Barbie film on the image of pretty women – will it perpetuate already degrading stereotypes, or subvert them?
21st April 2023
Don’t take skincare advice from TikTok: Listen to a dermatologist
We take a look at the UK’s recent obsession with skincare to decipher who to believe, where to shop, and what’s best for your skin!
19th April 2023
IOLLA launches brand new eco-collection
The Scottish born eyewear brand has launched its new eco-collection of frames. See what the brand has to offer, from frame designs to affordable pricing.
13th April 2023
The most daring men’s fashion choices at this year’s Oscars
From the traditional tuxedo to silky shirts, the Oscars brought out the biggest boundary-pushers in fashion.
26th March 2023
The return of the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: Has anything changed?
After four years, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion show is making a comeback and the internet is divided. We take a look to see if anything has really changed within the business and industry as a whole.
21st March 2023
Where do sneakers stand in 2023?
The sneaker/ trainer industry has a strong grip over the street style economy and influence. We reviewed Kikikickz’s ‘Sneaker Obsession: A peak into the weird and wonderful sneakerverse’ to find out why and where the sneaker-verse is going next.
17th March 2023
Fashion Soc x LGBTQ+ Soc Fashion Show
We take a look at UoM’s stunning charity fashion show which was held last week by Makeup, Fashion and LGBTQ+ soc.
13th March 2023
The development of red carpet fashion
Sam Smith wowed at the BRITS when they turned up in a latex one-piece. But red carpet looks haven’t always been so outlandish. We take a look at their progression over the years
13th March 2023
In conversation with SYLK
The Mancunion spoke to Sophy Grattidge and Dexter Burgess-Hunt who run SYLK, a vintage designer clothing boutique based in Manchester