Natalie Smithson, LA stylist, FIDM graduate and Brandy Melville manager shows off her styling abilities in a shoot for Jeffery Campbell in July. Smithson had one week to put together eight outfits and sewed three items from scratch, she also styles for musicians. Photo courtesy of Julia LandisEyes flutter open. Hit Snooze. Finally, get up. Get dressed. But is it as simple as … [Read more...] about Y2K Trends Make a Comeback and Resale Culture Takes Off
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Wheels on the Bus: Pepperdine Shuttle Drivers Share their Story
A Pepp student rushes to board the shuttle titled "Wave 5." Students have utilized the shuttle system during school the week for many reasons: to get to class, back to their dorm, or to avoid taking the stairs.Photos by Mercer Green Hopping on and off the Pepperdine shuttles is something a student will most likely find themselves doing at some point, whether late for a class or … [Read more...] about Wheels on the Bus: Pepperdine Shuttle Drivers Share their Story
Body and Soul: Dreams and Screams at Universal Studios Horror Nights
The official poster for Horror Nights 2021 sits tall as a photo opportunity before guests enter Universal Studios Hollywood. I experienced some of the theme park in the daytime on Oct. 17, before the ghosts and monsters made their 6 p.m. appearance. Photos by Beth Gonzales Attending Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights has been a tradition of mine for a few years — … [Read more...] about Body and Soul: Dreams and Screams at Universal Studios Horror Nights
Body and Soul: School is in Session—In Person
Art by Leah Bae My alarm clock begins shrieking at 6:30 a.m. sharp. Beep! Beep! Beep! Groggy and disoriented, I don’t even realize what a special day it is — Aug. 30, the first day of in-person classes back at Pepperdine.My last in-person class, along with many other students, happened in March 2020, meaning nearly a year and a half passed since COVID-19 forced life … [Read more...] about Body and Soul: School is in Session—In Person
Pepperdine Picks Music: Students and Graphic Staff on Repeat
Art by Leah Bae As the semester progresses and classes intensify, the Pepperdine community takes a quick break to share the music they adore. Whether the album is older or dropped yesterday, discovering music can feel brand new.Pepperdine students and Graphic Life and Arts staff responded to a survey asking what music they have been relying on in this moment and time, hoping to … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Picks Music: Students and Graphic Staff on Repeat
