Fashion & Beauty Archive
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?
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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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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?
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
13th February 2022
Instagram fashion history pages you should be following
6 of the best Fashion History accounts on Instagram.
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?
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
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.
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
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!
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!