Fashion & Beauty Archive
5th November 2022
A look at celebrity halloween costumes: from works of art to classic characters
Halloween has come and gone. But that doesn’t mean we can’t take a look back at the most memorable and iconic costumes celebs had to offer. From sexy, chic and freak, pop culture has shown it all
31st October 2022
Horrible Histories: The History Behind Halloween Costumes
Halloween is the second biggest holiday after Christmas, yet we know nothing of its history – where does it come from, why do we dress up and how have spooky trends changed over time?
29th October 2022
In the Beauty Bag #9: Makeup Soc President Imogen Mingos
From makeup must haves to skincare favourites, have a look what Makeup Society President Imogen has in her beauty bag!
27th October 2022
Choice feminism: Debates on plastic surgery
With body image and self-esteem issues still so prevalent for younger generations we ask if celebrities owe to us to share their cosmetic surgery?
27th October 2022
What is Goth core? Where Wednesday Adams meets the Kardashians
Have you been confused but intrigued about the trending Goth core aesthetic? Or are you looking for new fashion inspiration? Whatever your reasons, find out more about Goth core here
26th October 2022
Why do students love to look like skaters?
What is skater style and why has it become so popular for students in this decade?
24th October 2022
Balletcore: Reclaiming femininity
Elegance, grace and femininity have always been attributed to ballet. We examine how ballet performance wear is being reinmagined to promote female empowerment
20th October 2022
Who is Olivier Rousteing? The designer making fashion history
We profile the acclaimed designer Olivier Rousteing, celebrating his life and work at Balmain across the years
18th October 2022
Personal style vs. following trends – what’s more important?
In an age of such swift social and technological advancements, the fashion options young people are bombarded with are more than plentiful. And thus a battle between what suits their personal style and what is on trend ensues.
17th October 2022
Beauty: Only skin deep
The beauty industry isn’t as pretty as it seems, with Eurocentric ideals still being pushed by the industry’s giants, but has Fenty Beauty caused enough stir to tackle these ideals head on?
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13th October 2022
Coperni’s spray-on dress: A revolution or a gimmick?
Can Coperni’s spray-on dress really be considered revolutionary in this day ad age? We take a look at the history and sentiment behind the design
5th October 2022
The history of rave fashion: What to expect from Manchester
Excited to go out in Manchester? Gear up and find out what everyone’s wearing on the rave scene today
4th October 2022
Creative to Con Artist: An insight into concert merchandise
An insight into the creative history of concert merchandise and how current artists are exploiting their fans through the sale of fast fashion with a lacks of creativeness
2nd October 2022
Beauty is Pain … And Money: Cosmetic money saving tips
Read for tips on saving money on cosmetics, finding the best deals, and how to make your favourite product last a little bit longer
12th May 2022
Since when was ginger ‘in’?
Since when was red hair in? Read our beauty article to find out why red hair is trending in the celebrity world and what it means for the real gingers of the world
9th May 2022
Beauty is in the eyes of the colonizer
We discuss the damaging impacts of western beauty standards on women of colour in society today. Ideas of beauty should not be restrictive.
5th May 2022
In the Beauty Bag #8
Have a look inside the beauty bag of fashion marketing student Zahra and see what products she recommends, from hair care miracles to skin care must haves.
3rd May 2022
Accounting for Style #12 – Second Hand Retail Therapy
A second year student who loves second hand shopping and relies on retail therapy records her spending for the month
3rd May 2022
Societies X RAG Charity Fashion Show round up
Our roundup and favourite looks from the Student Union fashion show
1st April 2022
Manchester fashion and beauty events happening in April 2022
Clothing swaps, charity events and more! Take a look at the different fashion events going on in Manchester this April.