By Audrianna Imka With sub-zero temperatures and an astronomical snowstorm working its way across the country comes the all-too-familiar Midwest feeling of being stuck inside. Hazardous driving conditions and the blistering cold are enough of an excuse to turn down plans that involve trekking to a secondary location.  I saw a TikTok recently that was captioned, “so many hobbies, so little time.” What better time to explore all things habitual than the notoriously dreary early

From sweet sibling reunions to a comedic tour guide, the show ends its run with memorable transformations and a couple of puzzling choices. Queer Eye has been making headlines recently, and not just because its tenth and final season premiered Wednesday. Rumors of tension within the cast have circulated since Bobby Berk’s departure  in 2023. Berk’s expertise was in home design and was a member of the Fab Five for eight seasons before refusing to renew his contract. Karamo Bro

By Maia LeClair Photo provided by The New York Times Freshly single and not yet ready to mingle, Sabrina Carpenter’s newest album Man’s Best Friend  is an ambivalent mix of femininity, humor and overly synth-heavy beats.  Dropping amid the wake of the infamous Sydney Sweeney/American Eagle advertisement, many online compared the two to be similarly pushing an agenda of patriarchal white-girl submission. But instead of seriously leaning into the idea of blonde hair marking goo

By Olivia Trowbridge, Blog Editor Variant Magazine hosts their own Variant Island dating game show live at the Union Bar in late September. Photos by Marin McCudden and Megan Young The promise of love, lust and everything in between lives in the Union bar on a rainy Thursday night. Purple lights welcome attendants to Variant Island. An all baddie bikini party. Hosted by Aslyn Fannin and Hope Oelkrug, the night is young, the drinks are flowing, and the sexy singles are here. 

By Salma Zerhouane The sun is shining, there's a warm breeze blowing and you open your closet to see your winter colors taking over. It's time to defrost your closet with the best spring colors. Finding those perfect transitional colors between winter and summer can be challenging, but I’m here to give you a little guide into the colors that I want to see in your wardrobe this spring season! Apricot/peachy tone Photo: Pinterest This orangey-pink color has the essence of every

By Joey Earley, Executive Editor Photo: Joel Greatbatch Recently, I’ve just been enjoying watching video essays, various commentary videos and many other YouTube videos regarding a bunch of different concepts and ideas. Sometimes, I scroll on Youtube and pick whatever sounds interesting. Mainly, if I’m going to be honest, I’ve been drawn to video essays/commentary about the FX show “The Bear." (Jeremy Allen White is drop dead gorgeous, the cinematography is beautiful, the sou

By Gracie Stengel, Public Relations Associate Photo: Ruth Medjber Andrew Hozier-Byrne, known on stage as Hozier,  is an Irish singer-songwriter. His music is defined by its folk, blues and gospel style. He is a literary lyricist and writes songs about the deepest parts of life and love. With his unforgettable vocals and amazing presence as a musician, he has become a huge success.  His career began in 2013 when he released his first EP titled “ Take Me to Church . ”   The tit

By Riley Koehler Green Beer Day is an annual holiday at Ohio University, celebrated the Wednesday before spring break. Bars open early and offer green drinks, allowing for an all-day event and giving you the opportunity to flaunt green in a stylish way-need some inspiration? Look below! 1.) Striped pants that’ll have you strutting down Court Street in style Graphic: Riley Koehler, Morgan Koehler (Fashion Student at Kent State University) These striped pants scream Green Beer

By Grace Koennecke, Web Editor Graphic: Dylan Reed Looking for a free night of ecstatic fun this week? Variant Magazine has just the event for you. If you’re in need of a night dedicated to indie sleaze – a genre of music and fashion that originated in the early 2000s and was all about embracing the sweat, glitter and freeness of the club scene – the magazine will be hosting another event inspired by the genre with The Union this Thursday, Feb. 20.  The indie sleaze genre ini

By Ryan Gee FKA twigs is back with her fourth studio album, “ EUSEXUA ,” following the stunningly intimate “ LP1” and the hauntingly powerful “MAGDALENE.”  If you’ve been following her evolution, you might have caught her 2022 mixtape “CAPRISONGS”   — a playful, genre-blurring project that leaned into joy and community. But “EUSEXUA”? This one feels different. This one is something else entirely. What does “EUSEXUA” even mean? twigs coined the term herself, describing it to B

By Kate Tocke, Blog Editor Graphic: Olivia Lutz Hey there, lovers! It is that special time of year and we know you have been missing us. So what better way to show how much we really do love all of you, than to throw our very own Valentine’s Day Date Party at The Union Bar this Friday, Feb. 14? Yes, you heard that right. This is happening on actual Valentine’s Day! So if you have plans with your partner, or are finally going on that date with your crush, cancel them and bring

By Libby Evans, Copy Chief Make your bed, brush your teeth and put on a pair of jeans. Naval Admiral William H. McRaven gave the commencement speech for the class of 2014 at the University of Texas at Austin. His speech was titled “Make your bed,” and this UT alum described the rigor endured in basic SEAL training, tearing him to shreds to be rebuilt stronger. He also outlined 10 life lessons gathered from those six months. His first lesson came from the first task of each mo

By Courtney Enright Struggling with wanting to look cute and fashionable while staying warm? This is the perfect lookbook for how to stay warm yet fashionable and confident. From statement scarves to cozy boots, there are a variety of ways to slay the weather in style. 1.) Effortless edge Jeans and a leather jacket are a staple during the winter months. It’s the perfect mix of effortless while still looking put together. Jeans also make it easy for layering underneath with wa

By Anna Parasson Here at Variant Magazine, we love an opportunity to dress up and show our style. From date parties to birthdays, these themes are classic and a guaranteed fun time. 1.) Frat wedding The always-entertaining “frat wedding” is the perfect silly, fun time for college students. It serves as a sneak peak into life post-grad and having a blast at your college friends’ weddings. This theme can be customized to fit the host’s vibe; for example, attendees can dress cou

By Riley Koehler Gym culture has dominated social media the past year, with many people becoming a part of it. Every gym girly has her favorite fitness influencer, from Abigail White to Whitney Simmons, both of whom embrace cute gym fashion. The gym can feel intimidating, but wearing an outfit that makes you feel confident can help ease that feeling. Here’s a few ideas to help you out. 1.)   Leggings that lift your mood and your workout A cutesy pink matching set can never st

By Grace Koennecke, Web Editor Photo: GRAMMY.com This Sunday, the 67th annual Grammy Awards will take place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, honoring the past year in music. From breakthrough stars like Chappell Roan and Charli xcx to seasoned veterans like Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, this year’s ceremony is sure to be full of many surprises, and possibly, upsets. Before the ceremony, here is a list of predictions of who will win big at this year’s Grammy Awards. Album

By Claire Lovinski From the 70s punk scene to 90s grunge, it is no secret that different music genres can have an impact on fashion and personal style. Music and fashion are entities that are influential on each other and reflective of their time period. Over the past two and a half decades we have seen music genres like hip-hop, pop and R&B drive fashion trends. These trends define eras and outline how we express ourselves through music and clothing. Let's take a deep dive i

By Aidan Cox Photo: NEON If you’ve seen any ads for “Anora,” you’re likely well aware of the premise: a hedonistic sex worker marries an immature Russian oligarch, her life changes and the family does not approve.  This is a film that continually tricks you. In the first act, you expect a twisted rom com, love prevailing in all the lusty, capitalistic places. The camera follows Anora, played by Mikey Madison, closely as she works, then as she enters a life with Ivan, played b

By Kate Tocke, Blog Editor Photo: Lindsey Hartman Women in music is a topic that is discussed nowadays more than it has ever before. Women are feeling more comfortable stepping into the limelight due to the acceptance of it and the wave of female icons that struck the music industry in the past 20 years. Iconic female rockers date back to the 70s. We would not have current female rockers if it wasn’t for Joan Jett or Ann Wilson.  But one female rocker that has stayed consiste

By Selma Delic The iconic fashion of “Sex and the City” is timeless, bold and unapologetically glamorous. Each of the four main characters has her own unique style, but the essence of dressing like you belong in Carrie Bradshaw's New York world involves blending high fashion with personal expression. Here's how to channel that signature look. 1. Carrie Bradshaw: Fearless, Quirky and Experimental Photo: ELLE Carrie is known for her eclectic mix of high-end designer pieces and