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Ask Abby (Or Analise): Is having a boyfriend actually embarrassing?

Ask Abby (Or Analise): Is having a boyfriend actually embarrassing?

By Analise Bruno November 11, 2025
Many of us have already scrolled past Vogue’s latest, buzziest headline: “Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?” And yes, when I first saw that, I paused — because, on the surface, before even diving into the arguments, I was intrigued. Once upon a time, having a boyfriend was the hallmark of “cool” — at least in elementary school, when a shared snack or a shy hand-hold could make you the envy of the playground. Fast-forward a couple of decades, and the cultural script seems flipped. But here’s the twist: It might not be Vogue — or society at large — that’s really dictating this new single-life trend.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

How far is too far? | Geek Chic

By Anjola Odukoya, Managing Co-Editor February 18, 2025
The sheer power of the see-through dress has kept this controversial yet popular trend relevant for centuries. Whether you’re a fan or not — I am definitely an admirer — there’s no denying that the “naked” dress never fails to make a statement.
Alexia Nizny/DFP STAFF

Dear Men: No one should tell you what ‘masculinity’ looks like

By Yvonne Tang January 25, 2021
We need to turn toward our own personal satisfaction with our gender expression, instead of lashing out at others for theirs. If you feel secure in your masculinity, don’t let anyone ever make you doubt it. Conversely, if another person is secure in their masculinity, you don’t get to question them about it.
HAGERTY: How to be fabulous

HAGERTY: How to be fabulous

By Grace Hagerty September 14, 2017

Fabulous is my favorite word. It’s defined by Merriam Webster’s dictionary as “resembling or suggesting a fable: of an incredible, astonishing, or exaggerated nature.” In my opinion, the month...

EDITORIAL: Gigi Hadid's assault is not a prank

EDITORIAL: Gigi Hadid’s assault is not a prank

By Editors September 22, 2016

While walking along the street, a man approaches you from behind, brusquely grabs you and lifts you without warning. You did not expect this act, you did not consent to this act and you do not even know...

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