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People shop in Vivant Vintage on Newbury Street. The store officially opened this location Saturday. AVA RUBIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Vivant Vintage opens second location on Newbury Street, aims to “dress everyone”

Brontë Massucco March 4, 2025
While Newbury Street is known for drawing in large crowds on weekends, a line of shoppers took over the sidewalk as they waited for Vivant Vintage’s new location to officially open March 1.  Justin Pomerleau, owner and CEO of Vivant Vintage, opened the business’s flagship store in Lower Allston in 2014. Opening a location on Newbury Street has always been a dream of his. 
Liza Berdykulova | Graphic Artist

Chic or cheap? The rise of political fashion statements | Geek Chic

Anjola Odukoya November 13, 2024
Considering these social implications, wearing the MAGA logo goes further than endorsing Trump — it represents a full-fledged identity and a willingness to stand by a set of controversial ideals, like his comments about Haitian immigrants and his plan to leave the Paris Agreement. In this way, MAGA merch has evolved into a form of resistance for some — a visible statement of allegiance to Trump, regardless of the backlash it might invite. 
Gianna Horcher | Graphic Artist

Consumerism’s ‘final boss’: Diminishing self-worth | The Loop

Hillary Hao November 6, 2024

I was scrolling through TikTok the other night, and almost automatically, I came across an advertisement for a random product. After seeing that ad, I decided to count the number of advertisements I encountered...

Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

I’m too old for Christmas lists, what now?

Samantha Marshall December 3, 2023
Excessive shopping and gifting is always a big part of the holiday season, but I’ve gotten to the point where I’m content with the clothing, makeup and materials I have already. As I get older, I’ve found I focus more on new experiences and travel rather than the numerous gift ideas picked out for me by my TikTok algorithm.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

A fabric-al extension of yourself

Gabriella Di Dea October 12, 2023
Not to throw around cliches, but expressing yourself through fashion is just another way to “wear your heart on your sleeve,” both in the figurative and fabric sense. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

The cut-collar revolution: becoming the ultimate upcycler

Siena Gordillo September 29, 2023
Boston University’s fashion identity is vast and diverse, but a staple among all students’ wardrobes seems to be an emphasis on sustainability and upcycle-ability. 
Open Newbury in 2019. Newbury Street will be pedestrian only on Sundays from July 2 to Oct. 15. PHOTO COURTESY OF EDWARD ORDE VIA WIKIMEDIA

Newbury Street to be open to pedestrians only on Sundays throughout summer and fall

Matthew Eadie June 2, 2023
Newbury Street — Boston’s premiere outdoor shopping and dining street — will be open to pedestrians only on Sundays from July 2 to October 15, the city announced in early May, among other streets as well.
Times Square in New York City. Michelle recaps her chaotic last two weeks, from performing in a long-anticipated dance show to visiting New York to stressing about finals. MICHELLE TIAN/ DFP STAFF

A recap of my chaotic past two weeks

Michelle Tian December 5, 2021
I feel like I’ve lived 29 lives and changed identities three times throughout the past two weeks.
A wrapped gift. With the winter holidays and the season of gift-giving fast approaching, Lynn shares 10 gift ideas from the most memorable ones she has given and received. COURTESY OF M01229 VIA FLICKR

Lynn’s gift guide for the holidays

Lynn Chu November 30, 2021
It’s time to start thinking about gifts for friends and family.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Minority Report: Start your Christmas right now

Lincoln Son Currie October 28, 2021
Getting on the naughty list is no longer the only way to get nothing for Christmas this year.
clothing items in a thrift store

Boston’s thrift stores talk growing student interest

Ramsey Khalifeh April 29, 2021
Boston thrift stores reflect on growing business, as well as the sustainable aspects of the business.
parking lot at 149 newbury st in boston

New retail, office building designed to replace Newbury parking lot

Taylor Brokesh April 14, 2021
The proposed site at 149 Newbury St. would fill the last open lot on the historic street.
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