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A variety of vintage clothes are on sale downstairs in Dandelions & Rust, a vintage store located in Old Town next to the Museum of Art Fort Collins and Blue Agave Restaurant on Nov. 21, 2023.

Top Five Consignment, Vintage, and Secondhand Stores in Fort Collins

Molly O'Connor, Writer January 28, 2024

If one knows where to look, rare vintage finds and one-of-a-kind knickknacks line the shelves of quaint shops and second-hand stores, littered throughout Fort Collins. Whether seeking a unique gift or...

Illustration by Tessa Glowacki

Do you see your closet half full or half empty?

Macy Taylor, Writer November 8, 2023

When making the transition to college, it can be difficult to decide how many clothes you should bring. You might be thinking, will I wear it all? Will it all fit in my closet? When it comes to choosing...

Rob Maranville can be seen wearing bell bottoms paired with a pair of brown cowboy boots Oct. 18.

New Outfits, Old Clothes

Owen Primeau, Photographer November 8, 2023

At all levels, fashion tells a story. It serves as a billboard to the outside world, displaying your interests, and personality. Every cut, pattern, and fabric reveals something about the wearer and how...

Caelan Chamberlain uses a ruler and a piece of chalk to measure out a piece of fabric Oct 25

From Campus to Catwalk: Three CSU Students Blaze Trails with Innovative Apparel Lines

Avery Coates, Editor-In-Chief November 8, 2023

  The Colorado State University Design and Merchandising program is a hub of creative expression, where aspiring designers cultivate their talent and push the boundaries of fashion.we spoke to...

Illustration by Emily Januszewski

Kicks on Campus

Alli Price, Writer November 8, 2023

What once started out as a hobby and simple accessorizing has now evolved into a cultural phenomenon that is trending on all platforms and costing its avid participants a pretty penny. These connoisseurs...

Clothes are hung on racks in front of Funktional’s storefront window labeled thrift store and surrounded by painted flowers., Oct. 23. Funktional is a thrift store that is located on Elizabeth Street.

Green is TOTALLY your color

Alexis Freudenthal, Content Editor November 8, 2023

Fashion revolves around an endless cycle of styles, cuts, and patterns that refresh every few years. Recently, we’ve seen aesthetics recycled faster than ever before. This is partly due to the increased...

Maddie Engeman inside the Costume Design Shop at Colorado State University.

Behind the Curtain: The Dedication and Passion That Transforms the Theater

Kailey Pickering, Editor-in-Chief February 22, 2023

The auditorium fills with excitement as audience members trickle in. Conversations brew as anticipation for the show builds. Soon the lights go down and chatter in the auditorium ceases as all attention...

Sketch of Girl Powder exhibit pieces. Courtesy of Kate Schmidt.

The Girl Powder Exhibit: Kate Schmidt’s Effort to Embrace Femininity in Outdoor Apparel

Kelsie Korinek, Contributor April 29, 2022

Each morning, after rubbing the sleep from our eyes or enjoying a hot cup of coffee, most of us pay a visit to our closets and dressers to choose an outfit that will help us carry out the day’s tasks....

Illustration by Sasha Beran-Hughes

The Art of Thrifting: Giving New Life to Old Items

Samantha Nordstrom, Contributor January 24, 2022

Old Town Fort Collins is home to a myriad of colorful and unique shops, selling a variety of clothing, food and distinctive souvenirs. However, the hidden gems within Old Town lie within thrift shops,...

Brayan Montes-Terrazas models the face mask he designed for El Centro. (Photo courtesy of Brayan Montes-Terrazas)

How Pandemic Face Masks Changed Fashion and Invention

Aspen Flores March 29, 2021

More than a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, face masks are nothing new, and for many of us wearing them regularly has become normal in everyday life. Whether you wear store-bought masks, homemade ones,...

apparel from Sic970

Sic970 Apparel Delivers Messages of Equity and Empowerment

Guest Contributor February 24, 2021

Apparel company Sic970 is unique to locals and important to all.    With messaging that focuses on social justice paired with familiar Colorado emblems, the Fort Collins-based company aims to empower...

Tuana Hair Design stylist in the mirror

Best of CSU Styling Services

Best of CSU Staff February 24, 2021

Best Hair Salon: Tuana Hair Design Tuana Hair Design is a European salon located on College Avenue that offers cuts, coloring, eyebrow threading, keratin smoothing and more. Tuana won best hair salon...

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