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Uggs and Moon Boots: why can’t we let go of the past?
28th March 2022

Uggs and Moon Boots: why can’t we let go of the past?

Our favourite chunky footwear this winter – practical and avant-garde? Or just another fashion regurgitation from the noughties?
Free the Nipple: A History of the Bra
23rd March 2022

Free the Nipple: A History of the Bra

A comprehensive history of the bra, from corsets, bandeaus and nylon to under wiring, Victoria’s Secret and the ‘free the nipple’ movement
What does ‘Bimbofication’ mean for feminism?
22nd March 2022

What does ‘Bimbofication’ mean for feminism?

Why is Bimbofication is trending on TikTok? We discuss what it means for women and their femininity
Springing into style: Spring fashion trends 2022
21st March 2022

Springing into style: Spring fashion trends 2022

It’s spring! We delve into what trends are going to be hot this season: from super mini mini skirts to the scary return of low rise jeans.
Fashion industry shows support towards the Ukrainian crisis
12th March 2022

Fashion industry shows support towards the Ukrainian crisis

Writer Maia Penny discusses how members of the fashion industry have shown their support for Ukraine in recent fashion shows around the world.
The SU Fashion Show is here – everything you need to know
8th March 2022

The SU Fashion Show is here – everything you need to know

We give you the low down on all the information you need to know about the charity event hosted by the Student Union taking place on April 25th
Is it a skirt, is it a belt? Diesel’s Fall 2022 fashion show is an innovative triumph
7th March 2022

Is it a skirt, is it a belt? Diesel’s Fall 2022 fashion show is an innovative triumph

The latest Diesel show was all about leather, denim, and early 2000s clubwear. Read what our writer Maia thought about it
Is Gina Gray the new fashion icon of Peaky Blinders?
5th March 2022

Is Gina Gray the new fashion icon of Peaky Blinders?

Is costume more important than plot in Peaky Blinders? Read our analysis of the new Peaky Blinders series and the costumes used for characters Tommy Shelby and Gina Gray
The return of Euphoria makeup: What’s new in season two?
1st March 2022

The return of Euphoria makeup: What’s new in season two?

Find out about the makeup looks from Euphoria’s second season: a no foundation rule, ‘tiny rhinies’ and Twiggy inspired looks all feature in the new instalment.
Euphoria is back for season two and setting new trends
1st March 2022

Euphoria is back for season two and setting new trends

Euphoria is back, offering style inspirations from all sorts of aesthetics

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Why are we celebrating ‘fashion’ headscarfs?
23rd February 2022

Why are we celebrating ‘fashion’ headscarfs?

The fashion world seems to be infused with headscarves, but why are we only celebrating them as long as they are not worn by Muslim women?
Trend prediction: The comeback of the Y2K ironic slogan tee
18th February 2022

Trend prediction: The comeback of the Y2K ironic slogan tee

Look out for the next big Y2K trend to make a comeback – ironic graphic tees
14th February 2022

Dress like a girlboss, become the girlboss: How to dress to impress in interview season

Serena spotlights four sustainable brands to get you sorted for upcoming job interviews
Instagram fashion history pages you should be following
13th February 2022

Instagram fashion history pages you should be following

6 of the best Fashion History accounts on Instagram.
Fast-fashion…but make it (even more) consumable
12th February 2022

Fast-fashion…but make it (even more) consumable

Should working-class people be celebrating or condemning the collaboration between Greggs and Primark?
Beg, borrow, or rent: how you can look sustainably fabulous this festive season
21st December 2021

Beg, borrow, or rent: how you can look sustainably fabulous this festive season

If you want new outfits but don’t feel like buying new clothes. Click here to read how you can stay sustainable this festive season while still looking fabulous
Hanging out the dirty laundry on greenwashing – how to spot and avoid it
21st December 2021

Hanging out the dirty laundry on greenwashing – how to spot and avoid it

Deputy Fashion Editor Zahra shares her top tips on how to spot and avoid greenwashing so you can live your best sustainable consumer life.
To leather or not to leather?
21st December 2021

To leather or not to leather?

Is faux-leather really more sustainable than real leather? Our writer Letycja Oczkowicz ponders on the question
SOS seasonal supplements
18th December 2021

SOS seasonal supplements

Seasonal change affects us all. Stay on top of your busy schedule by supporting your body to the max with all its nutritional needs!
Future Fashion Fair: Manchester’s own  sustainable fashion event
14th December 2021

Future Fashion Fair: Manchester’s own sustainable fashion event

Hannah Wellock reviews the Future Fashion Fair, a sustainable fashion event, which took place last weekend at the Yard in Manchester, complete with small business stalls, vintage fashion and a swap shop!