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In defence of stash
As a wearer and lover of stash, I thought I would respond to an article, published by the OxStu, in which my beloved stash faced the opprobrium of a fellow student who sadly misses the point of stash altogether. I proudly admit to owning a plethora of different articles of stash, which includes a puffer jacket, […]
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An Ode to Iris: More is More and Less is a Bore
Sitting in a hotel lobby in New York, an old engine of a woman steamed into the room, a cloud of flashing cameras in her wake. She sat down in a dark corner, the reporters followed and the dust settled. Two red ocular moons and a tuft of silver hair illuminated the gloom. She was […]
Continue ReadingThe Frontline of Identity Politics: Vanessa Friedman talks Fashion
Our understanding of fashion resides in metaphors, is anchored in abstractions. Fashion is an art, fashion is a language. But when fashion embodies so many different worldviews, when it is used constantly and tactfully on public and private platforms, when it becomes a stratagem of business, ethics, politics, identity—you can lose sight of it. Because […]
Continue ReadingRitual, Identity, and Cos: Discussing Clothes with Rev. Dr Melanie Marshall
The Lincoln College Chaplain, Rev. Dr Melanie Marshall, is—in a word—effulgent. When I curl up to her rooms on a chilly Sunday afternoon, I unhesitatingly self-congratulate that this interview is the “best idea I’ve ever had.” And as Mel appears, my previously sceptical photographer immediately understands. Effulgent, remember? Mel grew up on the north coast […]
Continue ReadingOn the fashion of rowing
Every weekend it’s the same story. I have to run back home at noon to change into weird clothes that I wouldn’t wear in the city. If you walk by Isis, you would notice jackets of some boat clubs of the colleges. Leggings become clothes that both genders can wear. Long socks are no more […]
Continue ReadingOxHub Spotlight: Looking good without feeling bad at the Formalwear Swap Shop
Tuesday of 4th week saw nearly 100 people show their support for the Oxford Hub by indulging their love for Oxford’s exclusive events. The Formalwear swap shop covered the hub in the intense colours of over 80 items of ball wear and raised over £270 in a great exhibition of ethical social engagement. The pop […]
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OxStu talks to the brains behind Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair
This past Saturday, the Oxford Town Hall was the most recent venue for Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair. This award-winning vintage fair travels throughout the United Kingdom, delivering a wealth of vintage fashion wherever they come. OxStu was fortunate enough to talk to the organisation of this fantastic fair. What was the inspiration behind starting the […]
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The Modern Struggle of Being Too Clothes Minded
“I’ve never understood the fashion industry, those people are so clothes minded” Though you can rely on this pun to enlighten you on how to create comedy gold; do not trust it to accurately enlighten you on how many people really have clothes on their mind. It has become common knowledge that clothing affects the […]
Continue ReadingVictoria’s Secret to release Oxford University inspired range
Lingerie company Victoria’s Secret is launching a new product line in partnership with the University of Oxford. The Oxford University line, which is being launched this week, includes pyjamas, t-shirts, short shorts, hoodies and jumpers for women. Amelia Tudor Beamish, JCR Equalities Representative at Queen’s, commented “Victoria’s Secret may be known for their less-than-progressive portrayal […]
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