October 4, 2012Shopping in thrift stores, or “thrifting” as it’s commonly called, is not for the faint of heart. One must be on the lookout for diamonds in the rough, and that can sometimes mean sifting through piles of dusty, outdated clothes. Every once in a while, however, one stumbles upon a thrifting mecca, filled with fierce, [...]
October 3, 2012This Family Weekend (October 4th-7th), get ready to spend, spend, spend! Penn’s Panhellenic Association is having its first “Shop for Scholarship” shopping event. Shop for Scholarship benefits Panhel’s Scholarship Fund, which provides financial aid to new members who could not otherwise afford to participate in Greek life. It’s a win-win situation for all: you get to purchase [...]
September 21, 2012Finally autumn weather is making its way into Philadelphia, and students are starting to settle into their routines. While it’s just the right time to go hunting for some new threads for the season, you probably don’t want to break the bank before fall break even arrives. We’ve sorted through some of autumn’s best trends, [...]
September 4, 2012You know that moment of excitement you feel when you spot your favorite monthly magazine mixed in your pile of mail? Now imagine that this time, it is a pair of shoes arriving at your door…Every. Single. Month. Celebrities are pairing up with stylists to bring you a monthly subscription to clothing (StyleMint by Mary-Kate [...]
August 25, 2012As hard as it is to say goodbye to summer and part with our beloved crop tops and cutoffs, the new school year is almost here. Waking up early for classes is, well, rough. Luckily these beauty essentials will make getting ready much easier. Use these products for your morning makeup routine and throw them [...]
August 9, 2012With Olympic fever still in the air, fans are finding creative ways to show off their team spirit. And what better way to celebrate these events than by dressing head to toe in the colors of the Olympic rings? Alright, maybe that seems a little out of your comfort zone. But by using color blocking [...]
August 1, 2012In “Ready. Set. Shop!” we described an up-and-coming collaboration between retail giants Neiman Marcus and Target that bodes well for fashion-loving college students on a budget. That is, this holiday season, you’ll find an exclusive collection in both stores with products designed by 24 CFDA designers. Most items will cost less than $60, with the [...]
July 30, 2012You don’t have to be in London to celebrate the summer Olympics in style. Check out this guide for the summer essentials that are too torching-hot to compete with! Stella McCartney makes anything look good. It’s no wonder why she designed Great Britain’s gear. Thanks to her collaboration with Adidas, you don’t have to be [...]
July 18, 2012Almost everyone knows that going green can be as simple as recycling paper and plastic. But have you ever heard of recycled jewelry? Etsy, a “handmade marketplace,” offers an incredible selection of unique jewelry. Many of the pieces are made by artists who create while keeping the environment in mind. The small business Seven Ply found a [...]
July 16, 2012As students, we all know what it feels like to be that completely broke college kid with overflowing shopping carts on various online retailers. Fortunately for us, Neiman Marcus and Target have come to our rescue. News recently broke that the two retail companies are coming together to offer an exclusive holiday collection that [...]
July 11, 2012We’re going to be honest. We never thought the phrases “sports gear” and “fashion-forward” could be used in the same sentence—until I met Sara Rosenberg and got to interview her about her exciting new line. “By Sara Designs” is a line of unique handbags that caters to the avid sports fan and the girly girl. [...]
June 29, 2012The WALK is oh-so-excited for Friday (today!). Yosi Samra is hosting a sample sale. Expect to see their new summer styles in fold-up flats, flip-flops, and even bags. Our feet want a break. We’re in need of flat shoes and in particular, we’re definitely eyeing those fold-up flats that Oprah raved about and put on her must [...]
June 25, 2012Summer Sparkles and a Fall Preview A personal favorite of mine, after seeing it in W magazine, is Mermaid’s Dream by Deborah Lippmann (top left). Deborah Lippmann is one of the few nail polish brands that can make sparkles on top of glitter look fashion-forward, and not like the party favor you just received at [...]
June 15, 2012Bring on your fashion sense to the beach! Don’t be afraid to wear many colors at once– it’s summer after all! Clockwise from top left: 1) Chief Joseph by Pendleton, $48 2) I AM BUSY by WOW!, $108 3) Palm Springs Block by Trina Turk, $58 4) Zebra by Maslin, $225 5) Peter Doig by WOW!, $105 [...]
April 26, 2012The Maxi Dress This especially versatile dress is perfect for day and night. For the day, make it extra boho by adding accessories like a floppy hat, big sunglasses and a straw bag. At night, slip on a jean jacket and some flatforms. The length allows for a comfortable temperature transition and, of course, no [...]
April 8, 2012If you’re a man and in college, you’re probably as dismayed as I am by the lack of fashionable men’s clothing offered at a lower price point. Women have access to larger selections at stores like H&M and Forever 21, as well as alternatives like Wet Seal. I’m not going to claim that the quality [...]
