By Sophia Masi Edited by Taylor Morgan Halloween is a holiday of endless creativity and dressing up as your favorite character (or the cutest one you could turn into a costume). For UP Directors, it's no different. One of the best weekends in Oxford, Halloweekend, was full of scary and sexy costumes that we loved seeing around campus. Here’s what we wore: This year for Halloween, I did a duo costume with my friend, Emma. Emma was a Peacock, and I was a flamingo. I basically a

By Kaitlin McDowell Edited by Taylor Morgan This past Wednesday, I pulled out my brown sherpa vest for the first time this year and shivering on my way to class, thought to myself, “How did this happen?” Days prior, I had been walking up High Street with my friends in a skirt, enjoying the sunny Saturday. How is it that days later, the clouds are grey and the wind chill is stronger than my morning coffee?   The warmth of fall disappeared like a one-night stand, no goodbye, ju

By Sara Kaufman Edited by Taylor Morgan College often feels overwhelming and can be painted with many misconceptions: endless friends, late-night adventures and the constant need to be social. But what is never talked about is the loneliness you can feel among all the hustle and bustle. It can feel like you are the only one not constantly surrounded by people, or sometimes you might just need time to be alone.  College is one of the best places to learn how to be okay with be

By Anna Kate Mereness Edited by Taylor Morgan vio / @kurumiune on Pinterest This 22-year-old blonde is taking the fashion industry—and world—by storm, one TikTok post at a time. Alex Consani, born in 2003, is a California native and has become one of the first transgender models to truly take hold of the fashion industry.  In 2019, Consani signed with IMG Models, one of the most prominent agencies in the world, representing A-list clients such as Ashley Graham and Gigi Hadid.

By Paulina Adams Edited by Taylor Morgan PAULINA ADAMS / UP Blog Writer As the seasons change, updating your wardrobe can feel overwhelming. Why not keep it simple, sleek and versatile with a capsule wardrobe designed to work for every occasion? Here are the essentials you need for a stylish and practical fall and winter wardrobe that focuses on helping you create effortlessly chic outfits. Tops Start with a foundation of cotton tees and tanks in classic colors like white, bl

By Maggie Carey Edited by Taylor Morgan Verna / @vernaemilia on Pinterest One of the most frustrating things as a college student is going around campus—from back-to-back classes to club meetings—and not having the right items in your bag. It puts a damper on your day to trudge back to your room and grab the missing item, then run to your next commitment. Whether you use the age-old backpack or have adjusted to using a purse for classes, curating the perfect bag is a skill th

By Sophia Masi Edited by Taylor Morgan 💐Rocio💐 / @hpthe on Pinterest Over the last few years, I have reworked my mindset on so many things. How I approach my everyday life and my habits. I feel like my brain is completely different from how it was when I started that process, and in a good way. One of the biggest things I have changed is doing things that scare me.  It is better to try and fail than to never have tried at all. Failure is inevitable—in life, school, career

By Tayler Nowak Edited by Taylor Morgan Betsy's / @betsyalvarezz on Pinterest 'Tis the season for one of our favorite signs, Scorpios. Whether this is where you fall on the zodiac scale or you are another sign, here's a guide to what Scorpios are like, who they pair well with and the reasoning behind our beloved Scorpios within the universe. Scorpio Personalties  Without a doubt, if you are a born Scorpio, then you have an intense and ambitious personality that stems from the

By Emerson Driscoll Edited by Taylor Morgan Maya / @mayabnrd on Pinterest Mime The perfect mime needs a black and white striped top, it can be long-sleeve, short-sleeve or even off the shoulder, a black bottom of some sort and black tights. To really lean into a classic mime, add a red beret and white gloves, and there you have it! Simple, put together and customizable to your own style—the best costume. Witch People often overlook the power of being a witch for Halloween, an

By Lauren Hotchkiss Edited by Taylor Morgan Fall is the perfect time to wind down and spend quality time with friends, watch cozy movies, read comforting books and so much more. Pinterest  is the place for inspiration of all kinds, but it’s especially motivating during this time of year. Looking at pins for just an hour between classes has encouraged me to make a new fall playlist, watch three new movies, plan a fall-themed day trip and even add to my future travel plans. Lau

By Harper Sabin Edited by Taylor Morgan chaesom / @llovelivi on Pinterest The most consistent thing in this world may be change. We are all familiar with it, having experienced and endured it in our everyday lives. The chaos of unpredictability can cause high levels of stress, depression and anxiety. That is why I, along with many others, believe that maintaining a reliable routine can help preserve a healthy mindset. Grounding ourselves in a few daily patterns creates struct

By Leah Hoffman Edited by Taylor Morgan You know those days, or worse, those stretches of time, when nothing about yourself feels quite right? Sometimes a single thing throws you off, and other times everything seems to collide at once, leaving your confidence in pieces. I know for me, having clear skin is a huge trigger. I have always struggled with acne, and the moment I feel my skin starting to get worse, my self-esteem crumbles. It’s not just my skin, either; once I start

By Caroline Albert Edited by Taylor Morgan LENA NIKOLAJ / @leoskepi and @lenanikolaj on Instagram When someone wrongs you, the best way to move on is to forgive and forget. Talking to loved ones will soothe the pain with nice words and reassuring statements, and eventually, the situation will blow over.  Leo Skepi would say screw that.  Skepi is a podcaster, motivational speaker and social media personality, for which he is known for his blunt, honest and mainly controversi

By Abby Thompson Edited by Taylor Morgan October obsession / @jaylanguzman on Pinterest The crisp air is a sure sign that fall has definitely arrived in Oxford! If you are like me, you have been counting down the days to fall, dreaming of soups, cider and “Gilmore Girls.” My favorite part of the season, though, is watching all of my favorite fall movies.  Here is a list of some of the best fall movies to watch this year. “Practical Magic”  The 1998 film, directed by Griffin D

By Paige Auxier Edited by Taylor Morgan Fashion is, like all other forms of art and expression, inherently political. A person’s clothes serve as an extension of their identity. Wardrobe choice is one of many tools individuals use to make statements about who they are to others as well as to influence the way they are perceived. However, there are natural limits to that expression, given that dressing in ways that veer away from what constitutes socially accepted attire requi

By Sylvia Eastman Edited by Taylor Morgan The Coziest Cowgirl // cozy DIYs & hobbies / @coziestcowgirl on Pinterest Autumn is the perfect season to curl up in a blanket, make a hot drink and rewatch your favorite romantic comedies. Whether that be “When Harry Met Sally” or “You’ve Got Mail,” there are plenty of options when it comes to choosing an aesthetic fall movie or show to inspire the best autumn day.  Walking to your favorite coffee shop to get a warm cup of coffee lik

By Claire Weston Edited by Taylor Morgan ADITYA CHINCHURE / Unsplash Staying in the States There are plenty of gorgeous cities to explore this winter in the States. Whether you are wishing to flee cold temperatures or fully embrace them, here are a few recommendations for winter travel: Embracing the Cold: Indianapolis, Indiana Winter in Indianapolis is magical. There is a Festival of Trees , the Indianapolis Zoo  has Christmas lights and the Athenaeum hosts a Christkindlmark

By Noelle George Edited by Taylor Morgan NOELLE GEORGE / UP Blog Writer As easily as you can recognize a sports team by its jersey, you can spot when The Miami Misfitz are on stage. One of five a cappella groups on Miami University’s campus, their signature red heels and black dresses aren’t just stylish—they are a tradition. Established in 2001 by six women, the group now has 16 members and over 100 alumni who have all performed in the same outfit. The “sisterhood” goes beyo

By Kennedy Stackowicz Edited by Taylor Morgan Yuliana Smug / @yulianabetinag on Pinterest It’s time to say goodbye to the “clean girls” and the “coastal grandmas” of the world. Gone are the days of all these aesthetics, and it could not have come soon enough.  Before we all hopped on social media, we were what we wore: the bands on our t-shirts, the earrings we found on our favorite trips, the wears on our shoes—that’s us. For a little while, we got tripped up. We became uber

By Sara Kaufman Edited by Taylor Morgan victoria ! / @victoriaarrose on Pinterest School can often feel like a full-time job balancing classes, homework, clubs, jobs and more. Then, when you add in trying to have a social life, things can seem overwhelming or even daunting. Here’s the good news: Having a social life does not mean you have to sacrifice your grades, and doing well in school does not mean shutting yourself out from the world. With the right approach, you can fin