Your Guide to Post-Grad City Style
Class of 2026, WE ARE graduating. As we head into the final week of the semester and close this chapter of our college years, VALLEY…
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Vivienne Westwood: a World of Hope
Hello all you VALLEY readers, my name is Molly McMenamy. During my time writing for this lovely magazine, I’ve produced 27 other fashion articles. My…
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Thanks, It Was My Mom’s from the 80s!
It’s Easter weekend, and for most Penn Staters that means an impromptu 48-hour staycation back in their hometown. For many, a hefty suitcase just isn’t…
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Florals For Fall? Groundbreaking.
All the fashion lovers know that line. The one that Meryl Streep famously said in “The Devil Wears Prada” (2006). In the film, Streep’s character,…
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It’s All New
What we love: art, music, books— are all new inventions. Just one idea can blossom into something we didn’t know we needed. This is the…
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The Comedy Kings of New York City Street Style
The Big Apple has long been home to some of the world’s most fashionable people. Every day, New Yorkers take to the city streets showing…
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Halftime and Beyond: The Super Bowl’s Influence on Fashion
With over 120 million viewers annually, the Super Bowl is America’s largest sporting event, uniting fans of all ages and backgrounds. However, the game’s influence…
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Is Comfrt the new Alo?
We are in the thick of winter here in State College, which means staying warm is essential. One way we’re staying cozy during this chilly…
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Winter Fashion: Japanese Streetwear
During the winter, our attention often shifts from what looks the best to what feels the best, where warmth is the priority and looks fall…
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Met Gala 2026: Exploring “Costume Art”
The Met Gala, often called “fashion’s biggest night,” is a decades-long tradition that celebrates the history and artistic nature of fashion. With its unique themes…
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Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good
Taking exams or having long days of studying can be so dreadful. Sitting, staring at a screen all day while you finish your work can…
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In Defense of Performative Dressing
In recent weeks, the controversial topic of ‘performative dressing’ has taken social media by storm, sparking conversations about authenticity and self-expression through fashion. ‘Performative dressing’…
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The Bob Theory
Often when we choose to cut our hair, it feels like we are starting over. There’s something quietly powerful about scissors meeting the strands of…
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The Hangover Uniform
It’s all too easy for college students to fall into less than ideal habits — especially when going out two or three nights a week….
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Angel Reese Makes History As The First Professional Athlete to Walk The Victoria’s Secret Runway
On Wednesday, Oct. 17, WNBA player Angel Reese made history as the first professional athlete to walk the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway. At only…
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You Look Good Today
In today’s world, it’s easy to compare yourself to others, whether it’s your friends or people you see online. One of the biggest things people…
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Girly Gambling
Typically, major gambling opportunities are targeted at men, and although people of all genders participate in gambling, many companies have been using games of chance…
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The Personality Of Favorites
Everyone has favorites, and they all show through your personality, features and the clothes you wear. These preferences are easily recognizable, allowing others to associate…
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The Stories Within Your Closet
Every day, you reach into your closet and pick out an outfit. Whether it be the same sweat set you’ve worn all semester, or the new top you bought last week, your closet is used on a day to day basis. What most people don’t realize every time they reach into their closet, however, is the stories behind each item of clothing.
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Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2025 Fashion Section Opener: Katie Jo Bagley
Fancy Nancy and Janis Joplin mixed to create Katie Jo Bagley. The fourth-year film student is a free-spirited creative with a knack for self-expression. Amongst…
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