If you’re anything like me, you spent a majority of your Thanksgiving break catching up on all your favorite TV shows. Forget homework and anything productive — it was all about missed episodes, which got me thinking. I might be the only one, but I often find myself watching a… Read more »

Did you hear that? The collective, relieved whisper, “Finally!” from a majority of the population? It’s because we will never again have to deal with the crazed Twilight fans eagerly anticipating the release of another installment. We’re done. Cue the cheers and applause. The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 2 was finally… Read more »

On this campus, it’s easy to fall into the trap of wearing sweatpants and a comfy T-shirt to class everyday. I mean, come on; we’re in college. We dress to impress when we go out at night, but no one expects us to look decent in class, and that is… Read more »

Last week, you learned some how to look back to the ’90s to bring your style to the next level. Now this week, we’re looking for inspiration from different countries and cultures all over the globe. Sometimes being stuck in this little bubble we call Madison is limiting in terms… Read more »

Fall means colder temperatures, yet all you fashionistas out there probably agree that fall is seriously one of the best (if not the best) season for your style. From the colors to the fabrics to the comfort of the clothes, you would have a hard time trying to convince me… Read more »

School is well underway, and we’re at the point in the year where you’ve started to slack a bit in your wardrobe choices simply because there isn’t anyone worth it in your classes. Come on, ladies — I know it’s not just me! But that ends now. I’m challenging all… Read more »

Daniel Tosh isn’t one to worry about taking it too far — offending people has kind of become his thing. And with his new show “Brickleberry,” which premieres tonight on Comedy Central, he will be doing more of just that. Tosh is the executive producer of the new animated show… Read more »

A belated welcome back to campus for you from your other fashion columnist for the semester! My name is Emma Austin and I am lucky enough to be back providing you with tips and tricks to channel your most stylish self this year. I wrote for this column last fall,… Read more »

One of the little things I absolutely love about college is the wardrobe. It is completely acceptable to wear sweats to class, and although I try to avoid it, it’s fantastic having the option. And then, as someone who loves dressing up in fun and unique tops and skirts, weekends… Read more »

There is a type of clothing that may not be a staple in everyone’s wardrobe, but should be: activewear. We all know the benefits of exercise, so there’s really no excuse not to be doing it. There are more activewear options than ever out there for both men and women,… Read more »

Many musicians, especially those with more of an unconventional sound, are often lumped into a broad and ambiguous category of music. Sometimes critics want to get fancy, so they come up with categorical names like “alternative rock” and “British pop.” The category of singer-songwriter encompasses artists as far-ranging as Bob… Read more »

It’s official: That warm summer weather is gone, and the sun sets before dinner time. Welcome back, Wisconsin winter. Although, for most of us, winter’s return isn’t welcome at all. Before venturing out into the tundra for the walk to class, it is now essential to bundle up with multiple… Read more »

In the weeks when there is so much ambiguity surrounding the weather, I thought I would try to clear up some confusion (Which season are we currently in the middle of anyway? Fall? An abnormally sleety summer?). Weather and Climate wasn’t my thing, so I can’t tell you what the… Read more »

As a self-proclaimed fashion freak, I’m always on the lookout for the newest designer, brand, blog, website, whatever it may be. And it’s even better when I find a concept about which I’ve never heard. Which is why I became so excited when I came across a site called the Velvet… Read more »

Every year, I swear I’m going to find a way to get there and get into one of the shows. Maybe I will find some friend-of-a-friend or family member who miraculously has connections. Or I’ll win a contest. Something. But as another year comes around, I find myself yet again… Read more »

Welcome back to school, fellow Badgers. I hope you found the return to Madison as longed-for and delightful as I did. It feels damn good to here. Let me take a minute to introduce myself. My name is Emma Austin, and I am honored to be your fashion columnist for… Read more »

Say you were just sitting around one day and a mysterious ball of green light encapsulated you and dragged you off to the location of a crashed alien spaceship. I would hope you would attempt to pinch yourself awake, or at least question what in the world was going on. Or… Read more »

It has been called the sophomore slump; that instance where something fails to live up to the first effort. This phenomenon is unfortunately seen all over in the music industry. Oftentimes, if an artist or band’s second album fails to exceed or even meet expectations, that artist or group seems… Read more »

The first time audiences saw Jake Gyllenhaal (“Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time”) and Anne Hathaway (“Alice in Wonderland”) together was in “Brokeback Mountain,” where Hathaway plays the wife of Gyllenhaal’s character, who carries on an intimate relationship with another man. Besides an awkward sex scene, viewers really didn’t… Read more »

After nearly 50 years filled with smash-hit singles, albums and countless awards, it would be hard to argue that Sir Elton John is not a legend. And instead of his talent declining, the years have only brought a richness to his voice that makes each new performance even better than… Read more »

‘Tis the season of new television pilots, where the networks gamble on intriguing storylines and characters they hope will seize the attention of viewers. Although this year’s fall TV schedule relies heavily on returning programs, the networks have found slots to squeeze their new hopefuls into. And while there are… Read more »

For decades, people all over the world have been fascinated with climbing mountains. The higher and more dangerous, the better. However, with today’s modern equipment and technology, the hobby has nearly lost its drama and splendor. This former glory is eloquently captured in Germany’s “North Face,” a film illustrating the… Read more »

The story of “Cinderella” is classic. It’s a tale known around the world. And this weekend, it’s coming to the Overture stage. However, in this version, the iconic pair of glass slippers will be exchanged for a satiny pair of ballet slippers. The Madison Ballet is preparing to bring audiences… Read more »

To millions of little girls around the world, he’s known as the “shy” and “sensitive” one, and has been nicknamed “Mr. President.” But to the rest of us, he’s just another member of a cookie-cutter boy band. However, with the debut album from his side project, Nick Jonas and the… Read more »

There was something missing from Dashboard Confessional’s last album, The Shade of Poison Trees. Yes, there were a handful of pleasant acoustic songs, but it wasn’t quite what most fans were hoping for. Luckily, that missing piece comes in the form of the band’s sixth album, Alter the Ending, in… Read more »

There are few contemporary musicians who can take a style from the past and make it “cool” again. Michael Bubl�, however, is one of them, and perhaps the best. In his newest album, Crazy Love, Bubl� combines covers of popular songs with a few of his own creation to arrange… Read more »