August 1, 2012This year, Philly has seen many sweltering summer days. With numerous students working or interning in the city, we know looking presentable when we arrive at work is a major priority (and an even harder task for those who walk or take public transportation!). I tend to have pretty oily skin that gets even worse [...]
July 26, 2012The runway is looking to harness-esque pieces, perforated leather, and strong (or lack of) shoulder detailing. Track suits galore! We’re warming up to watch the Olympics. From left to right: Christopher Kane, Preen, and Bottega Veneta, all Resort 2013 With the open back and thin straps in the Resort 2013 Alexander Wang collection, the top pieces looks [...]
July 26, 2012Even Ralph Lauren tweets! Through twitter, he unveiled the Opening Ceremony outfits (and no, we’re not talking about this Opening Ceremony) for the U.S.A. team that were designed by the iconic American clothing company. With all three American colors proudly on display, I personally believe we should set the Made in China controversy aside. The garments were [...]
July 25, 2012As my friends take off to vacation, soon to be scattered across different shores in the Mediterranean, this summer I am just as content staying at home with the warm sun shining above Istanbul. For me, these first six weeks of summer will be spent split between two really cool companies—Gap and Vogue Turkey. Diving [...]
July 12, 2012Nope, they’re not your mother’s high-waisted shorts. These denim cutoffs are this summer’s “it” piece to have. With an endless selection, from studded pockets to dip-dyed prints, there’s sure to be a pair for you. The higher waistline elongates your legs and accentuates the slimmest part of your waist. So how do you style these [...]
July 1, 2012Expectation Reality Einstein defined insanity as doing the [...]
June 29, 2012With summer in high gear and a number of Penn students remaining in the Philadelphia area or traveling to other cities for internships, The WALK has curated a list of upcoming music festivals to help you count down the days until you return to campus. Firefly Music Festival The only music festival of its kind so close [...]
June 26, 2012Two New Swimwear Designers for S/S 12 For Spring/Summer 2012, MRPORTER.COM introduces us to two new swimwear designers, Pink House Mustique and Robinson Les Bains. Having worked at prestigious fashion houses including Hermès, Balenciaga and Yves Saint Laurent before he established his own swimwear line, Robinson Les Bains, in 2007, Mr Christophe Vérot is well versed [...]
June 22, 2012Beat the Summer Heat The heat and humidity combination is enough to make us want to not leave our house… unless we’re going out to grab (or make) some ice-cream. Put on these shoes by RADA to enhance your pajama-chic outfit. The last thing you want is to be out-shined by the weather. Buy Here [...]
June 10, 2012It’s finally summer! You’d think that awesome weather (and no school) would call for only short-shorts and barely-there mini-skirts, right? Wrong. Maxi skirts and dresses are back in style! Whether dressed-up or dressed-down, maxi skirts and dresses are giving girls the freedom to be both sophisticated and playful with their outfits. Pair a maxi skirt with [...]
