By Ella Woodcock For many of us, Christmas time does not bring the joy and merriment that it says on the tin. The strong focus on family advertising and ÔÇÿtogethernessÔÇÖ can be harsh reminder to those who have lost someone special or, are otherwise unable to enjoy Christmas. The sad truth of it is that every year, millions of people struggle through the Christmas period … Continue reading Mental Health over Christmas
By Lois Brooks With Christmas just around the corner, here is a short but sweet selection of beauty dupes as gift suggestions for loved ones at this festive time. Beginning with a classic present which is always greatly appreciated, some new makeup brushes. Starting the New Year off with a fresh set of brushes never disappoints and Real Techniques, created by YouTuberÔÇÖs Sam and … Continue reading The Best Christmas Beauty Dupes
The L Word: Generation Q By Maja Metera The L Word: Generation Q is a continuation of the revolution started in early 2000s. Therefore, it pushes boundaries and touches upon taboo subjects from the first scene. The episode opens with what turns out to be period sex. It has been ten years since The L Word finale. When first episode aired in the US in 2004 … Continue reading What to Watch on Streaming: December 2019
Charity is not just for Christmas Christmas means more to some people than others. Personally, as soon as the first of December comes around I am screaming Michael Bubl├® and dressing only in tinsel. Some are able to control themselves in a far less… embarrassing fashion. Many people do not celebrate Christmas. We know all this. However, you view Christmas – whether you love it … Continue reading Charity Over The Christmas Period
By Meg Burgess┬á A lack of representation has always been an issue in the fashion industry, with many brands being ÔÇÿcalled outÔÇÖ on social media for only using one model of colour. So, many were pleasantly surprised when Fenty, RihannaÔÇÖs personal brand, announced on November 22nd┬áthat Normani would be the brandÔÇÖs first ambassador. Normani, previously a member of girl group ÔÇÿFifth HarmonyÔÇÖ, stated in an … Continue reading Normani X Fenty – Is Fashion Becoming More Diverse?
By Katherine Mallett Fast fashion has dominated the industry for years now. As humans, we have become accustomed to the convenience, momentum and familiarity of high-street shops, that offer easy and often cheap outfits for every occasion.┬á But as the market persists to flourish, is it about time for a vintage moment? With the advent and subsequent success of the online shopping phenomenon, we no … Continue reading Depop – The New Online Marketplace for Millennials
By Kimiya Asjadi┬á An invitation for an event arrives, almost reflexively you reach for your laptop, open ASOS and start looking for the something new to wear. Sound familiar? ItÔÇÖs nothing to be ashamed of, weÔÇÖve all been there. We live in a society where thereÔÇÖs a relentless need to keep up, fit in but also stand out. Our clothing creates our identity and while … Continue reading How has Fashion Changed Society?
By Francesca Ionescu A quick peek into a VictoriaÔÇÖs Secret shop will make you think the retailerÔÇÖs main audience is women; teens in the PINK section spraying body mist amongst sports bras, silky pyjamas and the big group that giggles around the lace and garter straps. But the origins of the brand are more amongst the line from David FincherÔÇÖs ÔÇÿThe Social NetworkÔÇÖ. A Stanford … Continue reading Why Was this Year’s Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Cancelled?
By Meg Burgess Kanye West – one of the most decorated hip-hop artists in history, with 21 Grammy wins and 68 nominations to his name, as well as the fashion entrepreneur behind the ÔÇ£YeezyÔÇØ brand. ÔÇ£YeezyÔÇØ is estimated to bring in $1.5 billion (┬ú1.16 billion) in revenue in 2019, so the question is, amongst so much controversy, how is he able to sell out a … Continue reading Kanye West and the Development of ‘Offensive Fashion’
Recent weeks have seen reports of anti-social, suspicious and threatening behavior spike. Reminding us all too harshly of the dangers associated with living in the city and obliterating our sense of invincibility. Despite the temptation to lock yourself in your bedroom and never leave the house, this is not a sustainable solution and we should not let these people ruin our university experience. Stay in … Continue reading Staying Safe At Night
Words by Lafan Hasan ThereÔÇÖs one thing that has stayed consistent about people throughout all of time and that is our ability to continuously change. That being said, these changes arenÔÇÖt necessarily things that weÔÇÖre always conscious of doing. These changes come in all forms, from changes that make us improve ourselves to those that worsen us but what all change has in common is … Continue reading How Can One Be Original in the World We Live in Today?
By Rowan Davies It comes as no surprise as to why Jeffree Star is synonymous within the beauty industry and YouTube universe. From his infamous online scandals to his multi-million-dollar cosmetic line Jeffree Star possesses the full celebrity package that we love, or hate in some cases. However how does his new make-up collaboration with popular YouTuber and close friend, Shane Dawson, shine an innovative … Continue reading Conspiracy: Jeffree Star and Shane Dawson’s New Make-up Collaboration
By Lottie Ennis The BBC provides an impartial and independent news which holds itself to an incredibly high standard. The broadcasting service is traditionally known for its values of a crystal clear and purely information-based articles and is the oldest broadcasting news service in the world. Considering the fractious world we live in, a truly impartial news outlet is a valuable resource, as, with the … Continue reading Should the BBC still be focused on impartiality?
It – Stephen King By Bronte Spargo Halloween is approaching and what better way to get in the spirit than to settle down with a spooky book? When you think horror, itÔÇÖs likely you think of Stephen King, especially with all the recent adaptations of his work. If youÔÇÖve ever enjoyed any of KingÔÇÖs adaptations, I would highly recommend checking out his writing, especially IT. … Continue reading Spooky Book Recommendations
By Rhi├ón Lock Anastasia Beverly Hills (abbreviated as ABH continuing) has of recent years been one of the biggest dominators in the cosmetics industry, releasing products such as the Dipbrow Pomade and the Modern Renaissance eyeshadow palette, which have won an array of awards and solidified ABHÔÇÖs place as a pinnacle in the beauty domain. Despite the brandÔÇÖs American name, CEO Anastasia Soare is a … Continue reading Why Anastasia Beverly Hills is Paving the Way for the Beauty Industry
By Josh Allen Adidas have announced the beginning of a new scheme: Adidas Infinite Play. But, what exactly is it? Well, if youÔÇÖve happened to of purchased any products from Adidas in the past five years, youÔÇÖre now able to send your old products in return for store credit: this includes anything from track jackets to old socks, with Adidas welcoming them back with open … Continue reading Adidas Infinite Play – What is it?
By Kate Sutton London Fashion Week is a time for emerging and established designers to exhibit their art. But this yearÔÇÖs event experienced disruption from something even more than vogue: activism.┬á As one the fastest growing climate change movements, Extinction Rebellion (XR) set its sights on London Fashion Week for the Spring Summer 2020 collections, and with good reason. According to the United Nations, the … Continue reading London Fashion Week SS20 X Extinction Rebellion
Homesickness. It can creep up on us when we donÔÇÖt expect it. For some, it is inevitable. For those of us who are lucky enough, it steers clear. The best way to tackle being homesick is to admit to it, shake the stigma and utilize the tools available. What is Homesickness? The feeling of homesickness can feel like a never-ending plague on your ability to … Continue reading Battling Homesickness
By Kristie OÔÇÖConnor September 13th until September 19th 2019 – these are the dates that everyone in the Fashion industry had in their calendars. One week celebrating fashion; designers representing and expressing their exemplary ideas, whether through style, material or colour. As a lover of fashion myself, IÔÇÖve collected information and a few of my favourite looks to give you the ultimate rundown on three … Continue reading London Fashion Week SS20: A Reflection
By Annabelle Ingram With the rise of pollution stemming from the fashion industry, hereÔÇÖs everything London Fashion Week (LFW) did to promote sustainable fashion, helping to reduce the negative effects of one of our favourite past-times ÔÇô shopping. The fashion industry is one of the worldÔÇÖs largest polluters, accounting for 10% of global carbon footprint alone. The primary issue of this pollution is one related … Continue reading London Fashion Week SS20: Time to Walk Carefully
