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The only student-run fashion magazine at Kent State University Welcome to A Magazine, the only fashion publication on Kent States beautiful campus.
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We are a student-run fashion magazine offering relevant and trending news in fashion, beauty, accessories and culture.

26/02/2023

Meet A Magazine’s Editorial Board for the Spring 2023 semester (cont.)!

26/02/2023

Meet A Magazine’s Editorial Board for the Spring 2023 semester!

25/02/2023

Jordan Mikhal, Mariah Moorer, and Kaela Wilson are perfect examples of exactly what it takes to be successful in the fashion industry. With graduating during the pandemic, and creating fashion brands, the stories of the three extremely driven women are featured in celebration of Black History Month.

Click the link in our bio to read more about their success stories.

Article by .friedman
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21/02/2023

A MAGAZINE MERCH IS HERE 💘

Click the link in our bio to shop crewnecks and totes, or bundle to save some money! Make sure to place your order by March 6 at 11:59pm!

Orders will be shipped out towards the end of March.

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20/02/2023

The nostalgic trends of the ‘90s and early 2000s are back and here to stay. Influencers, celebrities, and Gen Z are bringing back our favorite styles and iconic looks through social media, runways, and everything in between.

Click the link in our bio to read more about current trends in the fashion cycle.

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Photo courtesy of .shivas
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17/02/2023

From designer to upcycled, Florence holds many vintage pieces for secondhand fashion lovers. The uniqueness of secondhand shopping in Florence can’t get any better!

Click the link in our bio to read our guide to shopping secondhand in Florence.

Written by .alanskas
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16/02/2023

Meet The Fabric Pantry , a Kent State fashion organization providing materials and fabrics to creative students on campus. After a trip to the fashion district in New York City, the pantry is preparing for its "Royal Court" fashion show later in the semester.

Click the link in our bio for more.

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Photo courtesy of .in.a.shell

15/02/2023

Fashion and the economy have always been linked — think Victory Red lipstick post-WWII and the introduction of miniskirts during the sexual revolution. Now, jewelry has been absent at many recent red carpets which begs the question, is TikTok predicting the state of the world based on the accessories we wear?

Click the link in our bio for more on the supposed "death of the necklace" and the link between fashion and the economy.

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Photo by Manik Roy on Unsplash

13/02/2023

“I'm in a situationship – what do I do for Valentine's Day?"

The dreaded holiday for singles and unofficial relationships alike, Valentine's Day is finally here. A Magazine web writer Clémence Pasteur is giving your best friend the day off from relationship advice and has some tips for how to handle this holiday if you're in any stage of a situationship.

Click the link in our bio for more situationship advice.

Written by Clémence Pasteur
Photo by Wilhelm Gunkel on Unsplash

11/02/2023

With the platform of the Small Business Expo by , entrepreneurs were able to reach an audience of their own community. From sustainable fashion to self-defense, it is safe to say that the Expo displayed so much talent from these small businesses owners!

Click to the link in our bio for more about the wonderful businesses at the Small Business Expo

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09/02/2023

Does gatekeeping allow for more unique fashion? With viral trends and endless inspiration, keeping our favorites a secret could actually be beneficial to new styles and a sustainable environment.

Click the link in our bio to learn more about the future effects of gatekeeping.

Written by Chloe Ritzic
Collage by Genevieve Davis
Photos from Pexels

04/02/2023

A Magazine’s Thrift Shop is coming back for round two! Come shop our closet on February 24 in Franklin Hall (Room 321)! We are so excited to see you and the cute pieces you find! All are welcome, and bring your friends 🤍

P.S. We are still accepting donations 😉

03/02/2023

The Kent State Museum opened its newest exhibit today called “Head to Toe” which highlights hats, coats and shoes from the museum’s permanent collection.

Available now through July 23, the exhibit is free for KSU students or $6 for general admission.

Click the link in our bio to learn more about how Kent State Museum Director Sarah Rogers curated this exhibition.

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Photo by .delima

31/01/2023

Whether you screamed at the sight of Austin Butler as Elvis or balled your eyes out watching “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” it is safe to say that 2022 was the year of movies. With the highly-anticipated 95th Academy Awards set to take place on March 12, movie lovers everywhere are eager to see who will take home the prestigious award. Click the link in bio to find out what to expect at this year’s Oscars.

Written by: Caitlin Hall
“Academy awards" by Pasha C is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0.

30/01/2023

Sabato De Sarno Announced as New Creative Director of Gucci

On Jan. 28, the iconic Italian fashion house and luxury brand announced Sabato De Sarno as the successor to Gucci's previous creative director Alessandro Michele. Click the link in our bio for more on De Sarno.

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Photo by Pauline FIGUET on Unsplash

29/01/2023

From being featured in Vogue to SZA wearing his designs, 25-year-old fashion designer Jordon Willis () has already made a mark on the fashion world –– and he’s just getting started.

“I really want to inspire boys like me who may be feminine or may dress a certain way or may express themselves a certain way, I want them to know, like, you can do it,” Willis said.

Click the link in our bio for more on Willis’s designs and his ever-growing career fashion career.

Written by .pusateri; Ava Scrabis contributed to reporting
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22/01/2023

Interested in modeling but unsure of how to do it? A Mag is hosting a free model workshop on Jan. 27 at 4pm in Bowman 133 to teach you how to feel comfortable in front of the camera and how to pose to capture your best angles! Come find out what the behind the scenes of a photoshoot looks like and leave feeling more confident in your skills as a model!

We encourage anyone and everyone to apply to our model call and to attend our model workshop, so please bring your friends! We want ✨ YOU ✨

Got any questions? DM us or reach out to Pierce Bartman at [email protected]

11/01/2023

A Magazine’s spring model call is NOW OPEN ✨

We want to feature models of all sizes, ethnicities, races, majors, etc.! All are welcome and encouraged to apply. Applications close March 1, but apply before January 31 to be considered for print photoshoots.

Share with your friends and model for us! 💘 Link in bio to apply.

30/12/2022

Vivienne Westwood, the prolific fashion designer and mother of punk, died at 81 years old on Thursday. After a lifetime of rejecting conformity, political activism and pushing the boundaries of fashion, Westwood changed the face of fashion by creating space for those who defied convention and establishment. To put it simply, she was punk before punk was cool.

Click the link in our bio for more on Westwood's legacy as a punk pioneer and a fashion great.

Words by .pusateri
Vivienne Westwood photographed by Mattia Passeri is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

28/12/2022

It's no secret that we live in a man's world. In a sea of black blazers, a pastel pink suit makes the statement that femininity does not need to be sacrificed in favor of drab professionalism. From a looming sense of imposter syndrome to misogynistic pet names, A Magazine's editor in chief Catie Pusateri shares her experience as a woman in a leadership position in her love letter to all the Elle Woods' of the world.

"My personal expression of femininity can coexist with my role as a leader because my pink pumps do not stop me from running this magazine," she writes.

Click the link in our bio for more.

Words by .pusateri
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Models: .arr.ison .pusateri

25/12/2022

It’s tiiiiime! Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from A Mag 🎄

23/12/2022

According to Drake, it's her loss. According to A Magazine, it's his loss. In Samantha DeLima's latest article, she explores how the male-dominated hip-hop genre has frequently objectified women and how many female rappers have had enough.

"Not only do these women give male rappers a taste of their own medicine, but they also hold them accountable for their actions," DeLima writes.

Click the link in our bio for more on female rappers rightfully owning their success and taking over the rap game.

Words by .delima
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Models: .robinson .keshaa

22/12/2022

THE ART OF TATTOOS

Gone are the days of tattoos being stigmatized as many 20-somethings start collecting tattoos to express themselves, tap into their culture or memorialize important events. A Magazine photographer Alexis Wesie explores the art of tattoos in our latest editorial shoot. Click the link in our bio for more.

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19/12/2022

There’s nothing like the effects of pretty privilege-when those that fit within societal beauty standards reap more opportunities and benefits from those that are just “average.” In a personal essay, writer speaks on her reality on growing up Asian American and the impacts from society’s toxic push of beauty ideals. Link in bio for more

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18/12/2022

With endless lenses, filters and digital body modification apps, this leaves us questioning on how far social media has impacted our body image. While the body ideal has always been prevalent in society, the evolution of social media has made the push of these toxic ideals much more overt. Link in bio for more

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17/12/2022

As one of the most well known fashion capitals in the world, Italy knows a thing or two about fashion. While things like Milan Fashion Week may be the first thing to come to kind of the Italian fashion scene, the country is also home to the largest textile center in Europe: Prato. Link in bio for more

Writer and photo provided by: .friedman

17/12/2022

Reminiscent of the early 2000s celebrity fragrance craze, in recent years we have seen a massive wave of celebrity beauty brands overtake the beauty industry. Since the past couple of years, we have seen celebrities compete against the very brands they used to endorse- and us followers can’t seem to get enough of it. Link in bio for more

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15/12/2022

ON POINTE

For A Magazine's December editorial, stylist Cece Kirk and photographer Allison Freidly teamed up to create a fashion fantasy that pays homage to ballet-core, an aesthetic marked by ribbons, tulle and a ballerina's strength to perform.

Click the link in our bio to check out all of the photos. 🩰

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15/12/2022

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STUDENT BRANDS. Kent State has become quite the creative hub filled with artists, creatives and talented designers. This shoots is an ode to the amazing student designers and entrepreneurs at Kent State. Business: @ap.mindset Designer: @itskingmario Videographer: @allthelovealex

A Magazine’s 10th print issue is in stands right now! We hope you love it and remember that at A Mag we want to be a space where everybody has a chance to represented and celebrated for who we are ❤️ Link in bio for 10th issue short documentary

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