Fashion & Beauty Archive

Can personal style exist in the era of TikTok aesthetics?
With new trends popping up constantly and brands taking advantage of these, is it possible to have a personal style anymore?

Fool’s Gold? Manchester United announce their new collaboration with The Stone Roses
Manchester United Football Club announce their new range of Manchester music-inspired merchandise, available from 8th February 2024

Is it fetch? Hollywood’s struggles with teen fashion
Another year, another movie putting its own spin on teen fashion just to be met with a wave of criticism, and the Mean Girls reboot is no exception, but where did it all go so wrong?

Pat McGrath’s ‘glass skin’ makeup for Maison Margiela Spring 2024 show breaks the internet
Maison Margiela’s Spring 2024 Paris Haute Couture show is going viral for its incredible makeup looks featuring doll-like, ‘glass’ skin. And the question on everyone’s lips: how did she do it?

New Year’s skincare resolutions
Skincare is definitely something at the bottom of students’ priorities but that is a habit you can break in 2024 with these skincare resolutions!

The best looks from the British Fashion Awards 2023
Here are the definitive top ten looks from the British Fashion Awards 2023 at the Royal Albert Hall

Chanel’s Métiers D’Art Exhibition turns Thomas Street into a dazzling runway
For one night only, Manchester’s Northern Quarter was taken over by celebrities and models for Chanel’s Métiers D’Art runway show

Quiz: Which winter aesthetic are you?
As we get nearer to winter, the Fashion and Beauty Editors have developed a quiz to find out which winter aesthetic you are – read on to find out!

Fashion in the world of Formula 1
Fashion and Formula 1 initially don’t seem to have much in common, but are they more related than you think?

Hong Kong leads the way in the fashion show scene
Could Hong Kong establish itself as the prime city for hosting the most eagerly awaited fashion shows?
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Festive faux pas or fetch festive fashion? Iconic pop culture holiday outfits
Festive season is right around the corner which means so are the films and music videos: here’s a rating of all the best festive pop culture outfits

A conversation about curly hair
To grow up with curly hair is to feel the detriment of beauty standards weigh heavy on the self-esteem

2024 fashion forecast: A peek into what you can expect to see trending next year
As the year comes to a close, here’s a guide of what trends we think will be seen all around campus next year

Black Friday: Is the thrill of a good deal worth our dying planet?
Black Friday equals huge hauls and slashed prices, meaning it’s only too easy to overindulge, but garment workers and the planet are the ones paying the real price

The best beauty advent calendars of 2023
From Soap & Glory to Charlotte Tilbury, here are the best beauty Advent Calendars of 2023 for every price range

When will WE become the trend?
Despite the body positivity and neutrality movements, diet culture and changing trends regarding body types are still engrained in our society

The reign of red: Embrace the hottest hue of A/W 2023
Find out all about the current obsession with red, see our top picks of stunning red looks from LFW, and peruse recommendations of fiery coloured pieces you can incorporate into your own wardrobe

A Christmas list for the girliepops
Whether you’re struggling with Christmas gift ideas for friends or family, or looking for things to add to your own wish list, here is a compilation of the best Fashion & Beauty recommendations this season

Brown nails: This season’s understated beauty staple
Blue’s out, brown’s in! This season, the return of brown nails mirrors the winter vibe, with many opting for darker shades to elevate their style

On screen style report #4: Pooja from K3G
We explore how to incorporate Pooja inspired clothing into your everyday uni wardrobe