McDonell: Trends solidify New York City's identity as fashion capital
No matter where you look in New York City, you will see residents rocking the newest trends. Read more »
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2 Syracuse University students compete to be Miss New York 2015
Two Syracuse students fought for the Miss New York title this weekend. Read more »
McDonell: Summer magazine internship unlike movies
Fashion columnist Alexis McDonell discusses her summer internship at Cosmopolitan and Seventeen magazines. Read more »
McDonell: Abercrombie and Hollister to end sexualized marketing
As Abercrombie & Fitch and Hollister Co.'s sales have declined over the past 12 quarters, the sister brands have decided to do away with their hyper-sexualized images and marketing. Columnist Alexis McDonell expresses concern with the brands losing their identities. Read more »
McDonell: Trans* model highlights change in fashion, beauty industries
Trans* model Andreja Pejic landed her own campaign with the beauty brand Make Up For Ever and snagged a profile in the May issue of Vogue, making her the first trans* model to be profiled in the iconic magazine. Read more »
Fashion design majors discuss inspiration for Senior Collection Fashion Show
After hours bent over their sewing machines in The Warehouse, students in Syracuse University’s fashion design program are ready to show off the collections they’ve… Read more »
Gipson: Singaporean fashion culture reinforces idea of dressing for one's self
I have never been one for fashion trends. Growing up in an impoverished Kentucky home meant wearing hand-me-downs, yard sale junk and whatever Wal-Mart had… Read more »
McDonell: Kanye West highlights difficulties for celebrities in fashion industry
Getting fashion design businesses off the ground didn’t used to be this hard. Read more »
These 5 simple, spring fashion trends are perfect for warmer weather
Spring is here, and it’s time to peel back the layers and transition to lighter fabrics and brighter colors. This year, take risks and do… Read more »
McDonell: The New York Times debuts Men's Style section, responds to female-dominated fashion industry
On April 3 The New York Times debuted Men’s Style — the first new launch of a print section of the newspaper since 2005. Read more »
Gallery: 2015 Fashion and Beauty Communications Milestone Fashion Show
The eighth annual show, "School Daze: Fashion and Education," took place on Friday night at the Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium in Newhouse III. Read more »
Sold-out fashion show comments on industry standards, education
The eighth annual Fashion and Beauty Communications Milestone fashion show will encompass more than just the latest styles and designs — it will comment on… Read more »
McDonell: New fiber-recycling technology proves fashion can be sustainable
On Wednesday, H&M and Kering announced that they are working with textile upcycling company Worn Again on testing groundbreaking fiber-recycling technology that aims to meet the growing demand for cotton and polyester production worldwide. Read more »
Minimalist style offers simple, easy-to-put-together fashion looks
After a long, harsh winter of bundling up, warmer weather is finally in sight. Though chunky blanket scarves, beanies and tall boots were popular this… Read more »
McDonell: Other countries should follow suit if French Parliament sets minimum weight requirements for models
The French Parliament is debating a bill that would effectively set a minimum weight requirement for women and girls who want to work as models. Read more »
Fashion’s Conscience to bring professionals, rapper Ty Dolla $ign for annual show
In the past, Fashion’s Conscience has featured only student designers, hosts and DJs. But this year members of the student organization have invited Ty Dolla $ign to perform. Read more »
McDonell: Pharrell Williams doesn't deserve CFDA Fashion Icon Award
Pharrell Williams will receive the Fashion Icon award at the CFDA Fashion Awards this upcoming June. Read more »
Q&A: Menswear illustrator Richard Haines discusses personal blog, fashion career
Renowned menswear illustrator Richard Haines calls his story a “New York story.” Trusting his intuition, Haines moved to Manhattan in 1975 to pursue his dreams… Read more »
McDonell: Model Karlie Kloss leaves Victoria's Secret, highlights importance of education
By the end of the year, an Angel will lose her wings. After four years with Victoria's Secret and two years as one of eight… Read more »
Senior creates collection inspired by women, sexuality
Kiera Henderson had no sewing experience, little interest in arts and design and no idea what career path to take by her junior year of… Read more »
McDonell: Tom Ford's fashion show move to LA puts him in Oscar's spotlight
Tom Ford is always full of surprises, experimenting with fabrics, materials and techniques to have a show that really stands out. And this year is… Read more »
Taste in music, art inspires graphic design major's sense of fashion
From free flowing, bohemian and relaxed to sleek, edgy and minimal, sophomore graphic design major Sofia Russo draws style inspiration from her varied taste in… Read more »
Junior reflects on time spent as New York Fashion Week intern
Behind New York Fashion Week’s amazing shows, stunning models and smug designers is the unappreciated group of people that help make the shows come alive… Read more »
McDonell: Kanye West's new clothing line lacks luxurious design, misses the mark
Kanye West has a pretty wide, high-profile repertoire. He’s a 21-time Grammy winner, uber-famous rap star, songwriter, record producer, director and entrepreneur. And now you… Read more »
