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All content by Melanie Richtman
Signed by Vera: Goldstein exhibit showcases scarves

Signed by Vera: Goldstein exhibit showcases scarves

by Melanie Richtman
Published May 8, 2014
Designer Vera Neumann’s iconic silk scarves will be on display in St. Paul
M.D. Sarah Schram demonstrates an examination for possible melanomas at the Dermatology Clinic on Monday.

The fashionista is in: Protecting your skin

by Melanie Richtman
Published May 6, 2014
A little sunscreen can go a long way.

Twin Cities’ best patios and rooftops by time of day

by Melanie Richtman
Published May 1, 2014
At least now we can drink cheap beer outside.
Senior Cassie Baumgartner, senior Russel Ndip and freshman Jacob Sands

Spring Jam’s best dressed

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 29, 2014
Death to neon tank tops

Spring Jam performances and their matching cocktails

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 24, 2014
Because no one should be forced to drink cheap beer all weekend.

People magazine announces this year’s “Most Beautiful”

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 24, 2014

Every year People magazine releases two issues dedicated to showcasing beautiful people (although I guess this isn’t much different from every issue), one being the “Sexiest Man Alive”...

Designing for the elements

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 22, 2014
University of Minnesota students show off sustainable designs at “Elements,” a fashion show and student design competition.
Some must-have makeup products are worth splurging on, but others are a chance to save.

Makeup: when to save and when to splurge

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 15, 2014
Back away from the $35 lipstick.

Fashion news: Alexander Wang for H&M, Joe Zee leaves Elle

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 15, 2014

After the success of last year’s H&M collaboration with Isabel Marant, fashion enthusiasts have been anxiously waiting to hear who will collaborate with H&M in 2014. At the Coachella Music...

Twin Cities shopping destinations

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 10, 2014
Step up your style game by shopping at some local stores.

Ed Sheeran’s new song sounds weirdly like Justin Timberlake

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 9, 2014

British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran released a new song on April 7 titled “Sing” that sounds a lot like early Justin Timberlake, with a poppy beat in the background and a beautiful falsetto....

Does this look like your closet? Time for spring cleaning.

The Fashionista is in: Out with the old, in with the new

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 8, 2014
It’s like “date, marry, kill,” but with clothes.
Mary Alice Chaney, exhibitions coordinator at the Goldstein Museum of Design, Emily Marti, communications assistant for the Goldstein Museum of Design, and Lin Nelson-Mayson, director of the museum, set up the art gallery 100 Years of Student Work at Northrop Auditorium on Tuesday. The gallery will be up through June.

In 100 years, 90 drawings

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 3, 2014
A campus architecture exhibit showcases the evolution of student designs from 1913-2013.

This Kim Kardashian selfie is going to be a great meme

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 1, 2014

Kim Kardashian tried taking a selfie in Thailand with an elephant, who was not happy about it (smart elephant, right?), started breathing her hair into its trunk, frightening Kim. Kim is known for her...

The Fashionista is in: Transitioning seasons in style

The Fashionista is in: Transitioning seasons in style

by Melanie Richtman
Published April 1, 2014
Say goodbye to your marshmallow coat.

Taco Bell breakfast: All hype?

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 28, 2014

Taco Bell definitely knows its target market: hungover college students, broke millennials and hungry stoners, which is exactly why they decided to introduce a breakfast menu featuring breakfast burritos,...

Target revamps beauty department

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 27, 2014
The mass market retailer is adding luxury products to its shelves.

The Fashionista is in: Turning a critical eye to the industry

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 25, 2014
Sorry, Vogue — blue is not revolutionary.

Birchbox announces plans for flagship store in NYC

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 25, 2014

Birchbox, the fast-growing online beauty retailer, announced that it will be opening a flagship store in New York’s Soho neighborhood as early as May of this year. The 4-year-old company quickly...

Facebook free for 40 days

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 13, 2014
There are many things students can give up for Lent in today’s modern world.

The Fashionista is in: Spring break attire

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 11, 2014
Partying in Cancun? Going home to Wisconsin? Here’s what you’ll need.

Hashtagging happiness

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 6, 2014
The newest trend is posting happy things on social media. But does it work?

The Fashionista is in: How to sell clothes to a consignment store

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 4, 2014
It’s more than dropping off old duds.

Who has better hair? The answer will always be Jared Leto.

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 4, 2014

Jared Leto has been making waves lately (pun intended) for his lustrous locks, which were the epitome of disheveled perfection at the Oscars Sunday night. Not only is his hair shiny, healthy and wonderfully...

Fashion people only eat macarons

by Melanie Richtman
Published March 2, 2014

When you think of fashion industry professionals, you most likely think of someone like Emily from “The Devil Wears Prada” who is super thin, mean and consists on a diet of nothing except one...

Flower Valley Vineyard and Winery owner Mary Mohn pours a glass of wine for a patron at the Winter Wine Fest, hosted at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in St. Paul on Friday. The Minnesota Grape Growers Association held its 10th Annual Grape and Wine Conference last weekend, where the public could taste wine from Minnesota vineyards.

University grapes help make Minnesota wineries possible

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 27, 2014
Who knew Minnesota wine could be so delicious?
The fashionista is in: Dressing for job interviews

The fashionista is in: Dressing for job interviews

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 25, 2014
Don’t forget your résumé.

Minnesota vodka part of this year’s Oscar swag

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 22, 2014

It must be nice to be a celebrity. This year’s Oscar attendees will receive $55,000 worth of luxury products. The coveted gift bag is a great way for brands to be put in front of powerful celebrities....

OPM Boutique closing, fourth Primp location opening

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 19, 2014

It’s true what they say: When one door closes, another one opens. OPM Boutique, a fixture in the Twin Cities boutique scene since 2008, announced that it will be closing its doors by March 16. OPM...

Apparel design senior Laura Shaefers collection featured breezy hats at Align, the 46th Annual Apparel Design Fashion Show at Rapson Hall on Saturday.

Eight ways to make your winter outfit less boring

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 18, 2014
We're doing it wrong

What to do this weekend: Fashion edition

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 13, 2014

Looking for something to do this Valentine’s Day weekend other than sitting around in your pajamas, eating Oreos and watching romantic comedies? Luckily, this weekend happens to be the Twin Cities...

Senior apparel design student Crystal Compton stands in the apparel design studio in McNeal Hall on Monday with a dress she created. Compton calls the dress Bumpy Feet because the material is also used for footie pajamas.

Seniors bring their sketches to life

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 11, 2014
Apparel design students will show off their final projects Saturday.

How to look tan in the winter (without being mistaken for a guido)

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 9, 2014

After being forced to spend months indoors, we all start to look a little pale in Minnesota. While some people embrace it, others try to hide it with makeup, tanning beds or spray tans. First of all, tanning...

Senior advertising major Kara Harms tries out a lavender scented facial oil.

The Fashionista is in: All you need to know about face oils

by Melanie Richtman
Published February 4, 2014
Oil-free is the enemy.

Super Bowl Style

by Melanie Richtman
Published January 31, 2014

So apparently February 2nd is Super Bowl Sunday. If you are anything like me, you probably have no interest in either of the teams who will be playing (I’ll save you the trip to Google, it’s...

The Fashionista is in: Top five menswear trends

by Melanie Richtman
Published January 28, 2014
Step up your style game this year.

Fashionista quiz

by Melanie Richtman
Published January 14, 2014

MNfashion cancels fashion week, set to restructure for 2014

by Melanie Richtman
Published January 5, 2014

MNfashion announced that it will be restructuring in 2014 in order to better serve the budding fashion community in Minnesota. The organization, which is run completely by volunteers, feels that it is...

Fashionista is in: Holiday window fashion

by Melanie Richtman
Published December 10, 2013
Local fashion designer Christopher Straub collaborates with Papyrus to create paper dresses.
Slouchy boyfriend jeans and and ankle booties are easy to throw on after a night of drinking.

The fashionista is in: Dressing after drinking

by Melanie Richtman
Published December 3, 2013
Vodka: 1, You: 0.

Cyber Monday Deals

by Melanie Richtman
Published December 1, 2013

For those courageous enough to brave the mall on Black Friday, I commend you. I am not one of those people. I prefer to avoid the crowds in favor of staying in bed and shopping online. Cyber Monday makes...

Left: The black and brown make sense together when paired with leopard print flats. Right: Navy and black are no longer taboo when the proportions are correct.

The fashionista is in: Mixing the taboo

by Melanie Richtman
Published November 26, 2013
We're doing it wrong.

Black, white and sequins: The Top Trends at the 2013 American Music Awards

by Melanie Richtman
Published November 25, 2013

Get excited, ladies and gentlemen, award season is upon us. For film aficionados, this means watching every Oscar-nominated film before February. For the music buffs, it means criticizing every mainstream...

Sweatshirts are having a moment

by Melanie Richtman
Published November 22, 2013

Sometimes you just wake up with no desire to get dressed. The thought of putting on jeans and a nice top is so exhausting that you seriously consider just staying in bed all day. This way you never have...

The Fashionista is in: Study abroad style

The Fashionista is in: Study abroad style

by Melanie Richtman
Published November 19, 2013
We're doing it wrong.

Miley Cyrus’ “Bangerz” as cathartic breakup music

by Melanie Richtman
Published November 18, 2013

I might be in the minority, but I really like Miley Cyrus’ new album “Bangerz.” I hate the name of it, but I like the music nonetheless. Some of the songs are really dumb (I’m looking...

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