By Eloryn Fall 

Each week a new city takes the spotlight, and we get a look into the trends that will be shaping the second half of 2026. This is an especially exciting time for Marist students as opportunities pour in.

By Hannah Bell

When Arianna LeCruise traveled abroad, she didn’t expect a complete shift in how she understood fashion, not just as a product, but as cultural identity and daily ritual.

By Lauren Uliana and Libby Hale Clark

As fashion students at Marist we tend to make ourselves an insular community. We get caught up in our aesthetic driven world and we don’t think of the rest of our student body. So, Libby Clark and Lauren Uliana decided to spotlight our STEM peers.

By Hanna Brick

At Calvin Klein’s latest New York Fashion Week presentation, Veronica Leoni continued her careful excavation of the brand’s origins, looking back to the late 1970s and early 1980s.

By Ruby McMahon 

Is gothic literature synonymous with canonicals? Will our interest in spooky, old-timey romances eventually fade? Will they become too historically inaccurate, losing credibility and interest?

By Eloryn Fall

These teams come to win, and it’s the designers’ jobs to dress them for such an occasion. This moment isn’t only for the athletes, but for the world, and the uniforms are expertly crafted to reflect that. 

By Elizabeth Beggan

With the rise of apps like TikTok and Instagram paired with the decline of print media, are we surprised that influencers take the reins on reporting? What was once dominated by glossy front pages and snappy headlines is being eclipsed by influencers in this digital age.  

By Lauren Uliana

During Valentino’s couture week show, Alessandro Michele tapped into the world of cinema with this collection by highlighting it eccentrically. Having guests sit in a modern-day kaiserpanorama so they could look through windows to view each look.

By Alexandra Napolitano

Social media accelerating trend cycles and garment production shifting overseas conditions are perfectly set for overconsumption. Professor Bree Chambers explains how sustainability became central to her work and the steps she’s taking to leave her mark on the modern industry. 

By Kelly Behr

Sustainability is a word so frequently thrown around, it’s losing any semblance of universal understanding. Although the term regularly appears in conversations regarding our ethical responsibility to the environment (i.e. recycling or greenhouse gas management), sustainability has a much deeper meaning.

By Nicole Cardillo

As the leaves fall and the binge watching begins, we often find ourselves inspired by the iconic cold weather fashion of the 90s, 2000s, and 2010s. With the seasonal urge to recreate the nostalgic looks from the shows we grew up loving, this is your ultimate fall style guide.

By Megan Rex

This year, smaller influencers with under one million followers are leading the movement. So give 2025’s rising creators a like and a follow on Instagram, and ask yourself, which new fashion influence matches your vibe?.

By Lily Serero

It’s a rite of passage, a door that can open into the world of fashion houses, magazines, PR firms, and showrooms. But behind the glossy résumés and perfectly styled Instagram posts lies a question every student quietly asks: What’s the real secret to landing a fashion internship? 

By Victoria Tzorbatzoglou

The support of small businesses is a key aspect of retail in America that is slowly being lost. As a society, we have really become reliant on primarily shopping from big corporations because of the convenience.

By Arianna LeCruise

Have you ever wondered how a designer’s garment goes from a sketch to the racks of your favorite stores? The answer is the showroom. A showroom is a place designers use to display their collections to buyers, stylists, and media representatives. The showroom is normally owned by merchandisers who meet with clients and know the ins and outs of the collections. There is a lot of behind-the-scenes precision that goes into these showrooms!

by kamden bushka

The Hudson Valley is a hidden gem that many New Yorkers use as an escape from city life. Going to school in Poughkeepsie means that students are in a prime location to enjoy what the Hudson Valley has to offer– especially during the fall.

by sloan miller

Studying abroad isn’t just about hitting the books—it’s about living, breathing, and dressing the part in a brand-new city. Every destination has its own fashion fundamentals, streetwear significance, and unspoken dress codes, one would think only the locals could crack. What you pack and how you style yourself will help you immerse yourself in the local culture and feel at home while navigating your brand-new world. Here are some style tips curated by city of choice, so your wardrobe can be just as global as your semester.