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Sabrina Carpenter’s tour style is gripping the internet – let’s break it down.
By Lauren Tait
(Header Image via Sabrinatourinfo on Instagram, photographed by Christopher Polk)
Sabrina Carpenter’s “Short ‘n’ Sweet” Tour is coming to an end in the US, and the singer’s outfits have become the topic on fans’ lips. The “Espresso” singer debuts a variety of Swarovski embellished two-piece outfits by designer Ludovic de Saint Sernin, which has fans guessing which colour she will wear to her next show, and when she will debut a new colour. There have even been charts online dedicated to which colour she wore at which show.
A custom Ludovic de Saint Sernin two piece made for Carpenter’s Halloween show via Sabrinatourinfo on Instagram.
The Ludovic de Saint Sernin Two piece in black complete with custom Naked Wolfe boots via Sabrinatourinfo on Instagram, photographed by Kevin Mazur.
Another item that Carpenter changes for every show is a message on her tights. Previous messages have been “I’m working late” from her platinum record Espresso, and “Taste me” from fan favourite single Taste.
Parisian brand Patou’s designs were also favoured by the singer for her tour. It’s capri length black lace catsuit is worn by the singer while she signs her hit songs such as “Coincidence” and “Nonsense”. This outfit, as well as her custom Victoria Secret bodice are completed with dance shoes by German dance shoe designer Werner Kern. The catsuit in particular has sparked controversy online and has quickly become a “love it or hate it” item.
The Patou catsuit paired with Werner Kern dance shoes via Sabrintourinfo on Instagram, photographed by Kevin Mazur.
Carpenter’s flirty and hyper-feminine style of the “Short ‘n’ Sweet” tour is an evolution of her outfits from her previous “Emails I Can’t Send” tour. However, the “Taste” singer has carried one element of her outfits through the years: the famous Naked Wolfe Platform boots. During Carpenter’s previous tour, the boots had no embellishment, however she has opted for a full bedazzling for the “Short ‘n’ Sweet” tour. This furthers her hyper feminine image, which has become a key staple of the singer’s image.
“I have to put on more clothes!”
Carpenter’s outfit choices are notably more revealing than her previous choices, which has sparked controversy from parents whose children are going to see the show. Many fans believe that it is the parent’s responsibility to decide weather the show is suitable for their children to attend, since the lyrics of her songs are not very child-friendly. However, some are still criticising the singer for wearing clothing that is inappropriate for younger audiences. While performing at one show, the singer interacts with a fan who turned twelve on the day of the concert. Upon hearing this, Carpenter remarked “I have to put on more clothes!”. The singer spoke to Time about this controversy and said “you’ll still get the occasional mother that has a strong opinion on how you should be dressing. And to that I just say, don’t come to the show and that’s OK”.
The Victoria Secret embellished bodice and embellished towel – Via Sabsrapp on Twitter.
The pocket-sized pop star is unapologetically owning her style, and fans are going crazy for it.
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Dress 2.0: Send that dress to the charity shop not landfill
By Lucy McMenigall
Why should that dress go to the charity shop not landfill?
Do you have a dress in your wardrobe that you know you are never going to wear again? Does it become waste or does it become something new for someone else. Bringing that dress to the charity shop not only creates donations for the charity but it gives that perfect dress a second life. Every year across the world we produce 92 million tons of textile waste. If you bring that dress that has lived its life in your wardrobe to a charity shop it can be bought by someone new who could enjoy it again. The original dress you once bought can have a second owner, dress 2.0.
Landfill and sustainability
As we continue to question the sustainability of our planet and the environmental concerns, retail is something to question. The worldwide fashion industry is responsible for 10% of greenhouse gas emissions. The volume of fashion bought is high but the volume of waste continues to damage the planet. Fashion can be one of the biggest polluters of environmental damage and waste. The industry can effect this especially as fast fashion grows the price of fashion is low and repurchase increases. But when you repurchase, you want more wardrobe space for the clothes you wear and sending the fashion then to landfill can cause more damage than many people realize. Everyone has clothes that they grow out of or just isn’t their style anymore but the environmental damage of sending these clothes straight to landfill could be ruining our planet.
“Of all the clothing thrown away across the world 57% is sent to landfill”
Charity shops
But we have another option for our fashion that does not include the environmental damage that is currently being caused. We have another way we could keep a dress alive as well as our planet cleaner and healthier without so much fashion waste. Charity shops can be such an underrated way of shopping . There are so many benefits to shopping there from the chance to find something very unique, to being more environmentally friendly or the benefit of being able to support a charity. There are a range of different charity shops across the UK such as Mind UK, St Columba’s hospice, Cancer Research UK or British Red Cross.
Having that re-wearable dress sent to a charity shop is the perfect place for that piece. Your dress is more sustainable, avoiding landfill and being worn by someone new. Charity shops are becoming more popular as people continue to see the benefit of them and question why they are throwing a dress in the bin when it could be sent to a charity shop for someone else. Charity shops can be so grateful for the donations and support and customers can enjoy something new for them that no longer is any interest to the original owner. Give your clothes a second life in a charity shop and don’t contribute to a damaging waste of fashion in landfill.
Business Waste (no date) Fashion Waste Facts and Statistics
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Tour-de-charity: Fun day out charity shopping in the heart of York
By Trinity Killian
Do you enjoy hunting for treasures in charity shops? Then this plan is just for you! Join me as I make my way through the centre of York and visit 9 shops that support a good cause.
Map detailing the charity shop route through York. 1. RSPCA
RSPCA shop exterior, 5B Goodramgate, York YO1 7LJ
We begin our journey feet away from the wonderful Monk bar on Goodramgate at RSPCA. Although this shop is relatively small compared to other shops on the list, it hides some amazing treasures. It was quite empty on a Thursday around mid-day.
Shop interior
,,Our mission is to make sure that all animals have a good life, by rescuing and caring for those in need, by speaking on behalf of all animals and by inspiring everyone to treat them with compassion and respect.’’
RSPCA
By purchasing from this shop, you support animal rescue and rehabilitation facilities owned by RSPCA.
This specific shop offers a wide range of ladies’ tops, bottoms, outerwear, some shoes, accessories, bric-a-brac, a small book section and a rather small men’s section.
As an alternative individual myself, I usually don’t expect to see much of my style in charity shops, but it seemed like today was my lucky day! Amongst ladies’ dresses was hidden a lush black velvet number with fishnet sleeves.
Black velvet dress with fishnet sleeves from the RSPCA shop for 8.50GBP.
If you thought I was done there, you’d be mistaken! The men’s section had a selection of black band T-shirts. Each for 10GBP.
2. Oxfam
Oxfam shop exterior, 7 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LJ
Just a few steps away from RSPCA is the Oxfam shop, right on the corner of the street. Although the clothing section in this shop can get quite pricey, it is still a good spot for finding countless other interesting things!
Book and music section near the Oxfam shop entrance.
Right as you walk in, you’re greeted by two walls full of books, vinyl and CDs. Right across from them is a small gift shop corner with items relating to Oxfam’s cause, such as slavery-free chocolate or sustainably made paper gifts.
,,We are Oxfam: Together we can create a more equal future, free from poverty.‘‘
Oxfam
The shop really does have everything, including a wedding section upstairs! I do believe it is all sorts of formalwear, not just wedding attire. You do have to book in to have a look, though. It also features two rails of exclusive vintage picks on ground floor, but I personally think some of the pieces on the rails are very far from true vintage even while it matches the style of older, retro fashion.
I walk away from Oxfam with a photo frame for 99p as per my family’s request! Perfect for our next stop at the photo printing booth later in the day.
Black picture frame I found in the bric-a-brac section of Oxfam.
Charity website: https://oxfam.co.uk/
3. British Heart Foundation
BHF shop exterior, 11 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LW
Right next door from Oxfam is the bright red exterior of British Heart Foundation. If you’re a student, you’ll appreciate the large sticker on the shop window letting you know you have the option for 10% off your entire purchase.
,,Support the BHF to give a gift that keeps on living. Donate this festive season to raise money for research into heart and circulatory conditions.’’
British Heart Foundation
BHF shop interior.
This shop’s clothing selection is very well balanced and everyone will find something to wear. It also includes other categories like books, bric-a-brac, music or entertainment. I have previously found some amazing items for 50p a piece! You do have to look out for large bins to find items for this price, as the BHF shop only does this when they have loads of overstock.
Charity website: https://www.bhf.org.uk/
4. Sue Ryder
Continuing down Goodramgate, our next stop is Sue Ryder. This shop is special with its upstairs vintage selection.
Sue Ryder shop exterior, 28 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LG
The men’s section in this shop is unfortunately very small and the selection isn’t very good. If you’re on the hunt for feminine clothing, though, you are in luck! The whole downstairs area is filled with ladies clothing, accessories and there’s also a little hidden bric-a-brac section in the back of the store.
,,We are here to make sure that everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need.’’
Sue Ryder
Sue Ryder shop interior, downstairs area.
If you want to explore vintage fashion and other memorabilia, a staircase right across from the entrance will take you to an upstairs area with curated clothing, books, vinyl and other interesting bits. Be warned that this shop does sometimes sneak some pricier fast fashion garments amongst their true vintage pieces, so be careful with your picks.
Sue Ryder’s curated vintage section, upstairs area.
Charity website: https://www.sueryder.org/
5. Mind
Small and narrow, but full of wonder. This charity shop is difficult to get through on a busy day due to its layout and size, but if you can peek through the windows and see that it’s empty, then go! The walls are lined with ladies clothing from both sides and at the very end of the shop you’ll find men’s, books, music, toys for children and bric-a-brac. The till is area usually surrounded by higher-end fashion and accessories.
,,We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.’’
Mind
Mind shop exterior, 59 Goodramgate, York, YO1 7LS
Unfortunately, I wasn’t allowed to take photos of the shop interior, but I hope that my description was enough to paint a picture of what this shop offers. Mind has two locations in the centre of York, second one being Coney Street near St. Helen’s Square.
Charity website: https://www.mind.org.uk/
6. St. Leonard’s Hospice
Both locations of St. Leonard’s Hospice in York centre unfortunately didn’t allow me to take photos of the shop’s interior, but I will do my best to describe it!
,,St Leonard’s Hospice is an independent charity, providing specialist palliative care, and support for local people with life-limiting illnesses.’’
St. Leonard’s Hospice
St. Leonard’s Hospice shop exterior, 20 Colliergate, York YO1 8BN
Upon entering the store, you will be greeted with a colour coordinated selection of ladies clothing lining the store‘s walls and a couple of rails down the middle. The downstairs area is purely ladies’ formalwear (at least in my opinion it has always felt quite formal), but upstairs is where the magic happens. Towards the end of the store is a set of stairs that will take you to a floor full of vintage wonders and menswear. I have found some of the coolest pieces in that section and it’s all so reasonably priced!
Charity website: https://stleonardshospice.org.uk/
7. Age UK York
Quaint little shop hidden away down the wonderful Fossgate. This shop is very small, but I have always had such a good experience during my visit. The staff are always kind and happy to help with anything you might need.
Age UK shop exterior, 49 Fossgate, York YO1 9TF
,,Age UK York is an independent local charity which has been working in the local community to help older people for nearly 50 years.’’
Age UK York
Upon walking in, you’ll be greeted by a sale rail that sometimes has some really cool pieces for next to nothing. This shop has lots to choose from, even while being so tiny! You can rummage through ladies and men’s clothing, bric-a-brac, lots of pretty accessories and books.
Age UK shop interior
Charity website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/york/
8. St. Leonard’s Hospice
We’re slowly nearing the end of our journey as we make our way through Fossgate to another one of St. Leonard’s Hospice branches.
St. Leonard’s Hospice shop exterior, 42 Fossgate, York YO1 9TF
Both locations mentioned in this article are some of my most favourite places to go charity shopping in York. I have previously had such incredible luck finding true vintage pieces hidden among regular clothes in the Fossgate location. I still vividly remember finding an early 2000’s original print Dimmu Borgir t-shirt at a bargain. I have since parted ways with it, but that surge of adrenaline you get when you find a really good piece is a very memorable charity shopping moment.
Due to how busy the shop was I didn’t even bother asking the manager for permission to take photos of the interior, so you’ll just have to trust me on this! The inside of the store is a narrow room from entrance to the back and the walls are lined with clothing for all genders. While it does offer a similar mixture of products to the other shops we’ve visited, this one has something special. As a hobby seamstress I quite enjoy rummaging through their small section with sewing patterns, embellishments and other equipment. If you’re into DIY, I’m positive you’ll appreciate this as well.
Charity website: https://stleonardshospice.org.uk/
9. British Red Cross
Drumroll please…! We have arrived at our final destination: the British Red Cross. Once you make your way through Fossgate and across the bridge, you’ll walk straight into Walmgate, where we have our final stop.
British Red Cross shop exterior, 15 Walmgate, York YO1 9TX
Like with some other shops, I wasn’t allowed to take photos of the interior – but that’s never stopped us, has it?! Once again, I will give you a brief description so you can get a better idea of what this store has to offer.
,,We help anyone, anywhere in the UK and around the world, get the support they need if crisis strikes.’’
- British Red Cross
If you prefer charity shopping for high street fashion brands, then you’ll love this one. This BRC shop receives loads of donations from large companies that give away portions of their product range to charity shops. You’ll be able to shop for brand new (with tags) clothing at a fraction of the regular retail price.
Charity website: https://www.redcross.org.uk/
Well, that concludes our Tour-de-charity adventure in the York city centre. Now that you’re on Walmgate, you can explore local cafes and restaurants, some of which offer authentic Asian cuisine! Or pop into York Brew to grab a pint of beer, maybe even peep behind the corner on Piccadilly and go to SPARK for some yummy street food? Options are endless, so just look around and find a place to relax and go through today’s charity shop finds.
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The Albums That Defined 2024
By Makayla Cook
2024 was a year of music exploding across social media, creating viral dance trends and defining moments that we’ll always remember. From breakout stars to long awaited comebacks, these are the albums that shaped the soundtrack of the year.
The Last Dinner Party – Prelude to Ecstasy
This British indie rock band exploded into 2024 with their debut album Prelude to Ecstasy, dropping on 2nd February. With singles like “Nothing Matters” and “Sinner,” they’ve captured the indie scene’s attention and won this year’s BBC Sound of… and Brits’ Rising Star awards. Their quick rise and popularity on TikTok also came with the ‘industry plant’ accusations, but they silenced the critics by selling out gigs before they had even dropped a full album.
Ariana Grande – Eternal Sunshine
Ariana Grande is back with Eternal Sunshine, her first album in over three years since Positions. Dropping on 8th March, this release sees her stepping into deeper, more pensive themes, exploring the breakdown of her marriage whilst still providing us with her signature sound. Tracks like “The Boy is Mine” and “True Story” deliver more upbeat sounds, whilst the emotional “We Can’t Be Friends” has already cemented itself as a fan-favourite classic.
Beyonce – Cowboy Carter
Beyoncé is back with Cowboy Carter, her eighth studio album dropped on 29th March. As the second instalment in her planned trilogy following Renaissance, she dives headfirst into country, blending the classic drawl with elements of house, rap, and dance. With huge features from Post Malone, Miley Cyrus, and Dolly Parton, this album breaks boundaries whilst reclaiming a genre that historically excluded black artists. Songs like “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “II Most Wanted” are a challenge to country music.
Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft
Dropping on the 17th of May, this is Eilish’s first full-length album since Happier Than Ever, and there’s a clear evolution in sound. As the only artist with 3 hits streaming simultaneously – “Lunch,” “Birds of a Feather,” and “Chihiro”- Billie continues to dominate with her signature sound, but now with even more of a poetic vibe. The album takes a deep dive into themes like body image and toxic love, expressed in her ethereal, queer style.
Charli xcx – brat
Charli’s sixth studio album dropped on 7th June, instantly going viral on social media with ‘Brat Summer.’ With production from Charli, A.G. Cook, and George Daniel, Brat mixes the bold, catchiness and the glitchy, hyperpop energy of her earlier albums. It’s a full-on club vibe with “Von Dutch” and “Back 2 Back,” but there’s more under the surface. The album is a raw exploration of fame, success, and self-worth, switching between confidence and vulnerable insecurity. Following albums included bonus tracks and a whole album of remixes, with Charli demonstrating the full extent of her style.
Fontaines DC – Romance
Fontaines D.C. brought a whole new sound and image with their fourth album, Romance. Dropping on August 23, 2024, it’s an album that slowly revealed itself, blending unfiltered emotion with a futuristic vibe. Lead single “Starburster” is a self-destructive track with a shimmering facade, whilst “In the Modern World” brings dystopian vibes. This album dives deep into the messy, beautiful chaos of love and loss.
Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet
Short n’ Sweet, released on 23rd August, is the perfect blend of pop, country, disco, rock, and R&B influences. After a standout performance at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and a performance at Coachella, Sabrina is shining more than ever. On Short n’ Sweet, she finds her spot with country-pop, with tracks like “Coincidence” and “Please Please Please,” whilst serving up classic pop with tunes like “Taste” and “Juno.” It’s a record that’s both fun and fiercely confident.
Tyler, the Creator – Chromokopia
Tyler, the Creator strips away the irony and bares his soul on CHROMOKOPIA, his most personal album yet that dropped on the 28th of October. This project seamlessly blends genres, with gritty confidence on songs like “Rah Tah Tah” and “Thought I was Dead”, with raw self-reflection on “Tomorrow.” Despite the moody album cover, CHROMOKOPIA dives deep into Tyler’s mind, exploring who he really is beneath his alter-egos.
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Greenwashing in the beauty industry – compared to fashion industry.
By Theo Fletcher
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What Happened to Infamous Makeup Brand Morphe?
The story behind Morphe – from success to bankruptcy
Morphe, a well-known beauty and cosmetics brand, was founded in 2008 and quickly rose to fame with its ‘Instagrammable’ products and collaborations.
Morphe’s original brand message was to create “killer looks without killing your wallet”, which rapidly gained a high volume of Millennial and Gen Z consumers looking to save a few pennies. With a high following and the boom of YouTube becoming more influential, Morphe was at its absolute peak from 2016 to 2019 when it started to collaborate with influencers like James Charles and Jaclyn Hill, who, at the time, sported millions of subscribers and followers.
Beginner’s luck?
Morphe was one of the first brands to start collaborating with YouTubers – from offering discount codes at checkout to launching entire product lines tailored to each influencer.
This was the reason Morphe peaked the way it did.
At the time, the brand was worth £1.6 million, before thriving amongst the YouTube culture, and raking in an impressive net worth of approximately £326 million – with thanks to the likes of James Charles and Jeffree Star of course.
What was its ultimate downfall?
Morphe started to fail for the same reason that it became such a success.
Bright, colourful and dramatic makeup looks were all the rage around 2016. Each influencer had their own style, but all congregated around the same outcome – showing their viewers how they could create such bold makeup looks, using all of Morphe’s products. The brand specialised in intensely bright eyeshadow palettes and dazzling highlighters.
However, the famous YouTubers would regularly cause conflict and controversy between one another, competing for the top spot. This would lead to crazy scandals and thus began ‘cancel culture’ where the viewer/consumer would ‘boycott’ the influencers.
Feuds were happening between the YouTube celebrities, plus allegations of offensive language and sexual exploitation forced Morphe to cut all ties with most of its YouTuber collaborators.
Eventually, Morphe decreased in popularity and sales came to a stern halt.
So, what now?
In early 2023, Morphe filed for bankruptcy, shortly after closing all 20 of its US stores. The brand was forced to downsize its workforce when the sales started declining, plus the impact of COVID-19, causing a liquidity crisis. Morphe tried to change its business model amongst the influencer controversy, supply chain problems and transparency issues started to get in the way.
Ultimately, the parent company Forma has announced they will be doing everything they can to stop the brand from going out of business, and is now focusing on selling wholesale products to makeup artists and shops like Target and Ulta, while it figures out what is next for the company.
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Burgundy: The Must-Have Colour in Your Wardrobe For This Autumn
Written by Milena Jakubonyte
Burgundy has been named as the colour of the season. Shades vary from black cherry to red wine – this subtly confident and alluring colour can be incorporated in your day-time, night-time and workplace outfits. You may have seen some of our favourite celebrities rocking this colour already – take a look below:
Zendaya and Tom Holland. Source: Forbes 
Zoe Saldana. Source: Harpers Bazaar Whether it is a burgundy leather jacket, shiny shoes, lipstick or a bag – this colour of the season can add a splash of colour for a head-turner of an outfit. Try a burgundy leather bag for work or university, a burgundy jacket for a day or night out in the city, and a large scarf for a coffee date with your friends. Other ways to amplify your stylish outfit – burgundy nail polish, lipstick, eyeshadow or a hair clip.
Need some inspiration? Have a look below:
Consider burgundy the new neutral. – Vogue, 2024.
- Burgundy Logo Plaque Faux Leather Handbag – New Look – £29.99
Product Code: 909744067
- Plain Knit Bomber Jacket – Zara – £49.99
Product Code: BURGUNDY | 2142/113
- Faux Leather Aviator Jacket – Stradivarius – £65.99
Product Code: 8490/136/150
- essie Nail Colour Shearling Darling dark burgundy nail polish – Boots – £8.99
Product Code: 1857053
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Dress for Success: Navigating Job Interviews with Work Wardrobe
Here at York Fashion Social we are delighted to be teaming up with York Cares, a local employee- volunteering charity that brings businesses and communities together in York for their Workwear project.
The workwear project aims to give young people an equal opportunity when applying for jobs by suppling free professional clothing. This exciting project has previously been run with York University, but we are taking the reins for the first time at our career fair this April!
We invite you to come down to Temple Hall on Wednesday 24th April (12:00-15:00pm) for some free styling advice from our fashion team and try on and take home up to three professional pieces. There will also be York St John to answer any of your career queries, with the likes of the global and post graduate opportunities team there to support you. No need to book, why not come and say hi!
Before the event we wanted to give you some quick styling tips that you can use for your next job interview. No matter what the role, there are a few tricks that can help you stand out to a potential employer. Check them out below!
Dress to impress
Although you might not know the typical office attire of the job you are applying for, one way to impress employers is by styling pieces that are suitable for the company. Do your research about the business, their values, what they stand for, and what your role requires, and this will allow you to assess the level of formality needed for your interview.
In most cases, it is best to be slightly overdressed to show your interviewer your professionalism!
Do a test run
Before the big day we suggest making sure your outfit is up to scratch. Go out for a walk in the clothes you plan to wear, practise sitting down and look out for any signs of discomfort or ill-fitting pieces. It’s important to feel comfortable and that you won’t be pulling or rearranging your clothes in your interview as it can be distracting. It’s also a good idea to rehearse other aspects such as how long it will take you to get there or and planning to eat a healthy meal before.
Make a statement
One way to stand out to employers is by making a subtle but memorable clothing choice in your interview. Now we don’t mean wearing neon or flip flops, but more like a chunky necklace or a colourful (but appropriate!) tie. This is a great way to help your interviewer remember you and help you to stand out from the rest.
Keep it Comfortable
The last, and if not most important tip, is to wear something you feel comfortable in. whilst we do suggest keeping it professional, it is important that you feel confident and prepared in what you are wearing. Clothing is one of the best ways we can express ourselves, and if you are wearing something you love, it will shine through.
We hope that these tips were helpful, and we look forward to seeing you at the Careers Fair soon!
Written by: Maddie Bricklebank & Erin Little
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