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LIFE

From doe print to tortoise shell: The fall nail trends defining the season

The least appreciated part of creating the perfect outfit is having the season's hottest nail trends and colors. This understated aspect is often what pushes the color palette and patterns of the season into the spotlight. With the year coming to an end, autumn nail trends give us insight on what is currently trending and what to look forward to for the winter months. Every time fall comes around, it creates a desire to wear more dark and muted tones and lean into patterns like cheetah print or tortoise shell. As both prints rising in popularity within fashion spaces, they become reflected heavily in nail designs.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

The 2026 VMAs red carpet was polished but predictable

The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards took place this past Sunday, but the performances and awards are only a small part of the night. Music’s biggest stars stepped onto the red carpet hoping to turn it into their own runway, but this year's fashion was severely underwhelming. A night that has been known to produce some of the biggest and messiest fashion moments of the year fell short. Most attendees went for more tame monochrome looks, although there were a few standouts who embraced this trend successfully.

STUDENTS

Sorority recruitment style guide: What to know if you're planning to rush

Later this week about 1,000 Spartans will be going through the sorority recruitment process for the Panhellenic Council. This can be an extremely intimidating process, but for many this leads to lifelong a sisterhood that expands far beyond collegiate walls. With the formality of each event slightly increasing per round, it can be challenging to find items that shows off your personality and fits the tone of each day.

LIFE

"Falling" in love with Hayride fashion: How to create the perfect autumn look

The fall semester at Michigan State University is full of rich traditions that connect students and alumni alike. One of the most treasured events that all students aim to attend in their undergraduate years is Hayride. This uniquely midwestern tradition is about more than just the activities that the students partake in, but also an opportunity to embrace the classic autumn aesthetics. Figuring out an outfit that is both practical for a cold October night and is on theme with the fall trends is tricky, but not impossible. 

LIFE

MSU game day style guide: how to bring Spartan spirit to your wardrobe

On the banks of the Red Cedar, there is a school that’s known for its traditions and excitement surrounding brisk Saturdays in the fall. Game day has morphed into a way that students, alumni, and fans can show their support for the team in the green and white. Filling every inch of campus with grand tailgates ultimately leads to some of the most important style moments of the semester. Deciding what to wear to each game can be challenging and lead to re-wearing the same few outfits over and over. Showing school spirit and personal style does not mean having to buy a whole new wardrobe. This style guide will explain the hottest pieces that have been showing up this season, and where to find inspiration if you are looking to refresh your staple game day attire.