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BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

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The Troubling Reality of Consumerism

Melanie Faz April 4, 2024

“Stop scrolling right now, you absolutely NEED this product,” rang in my ears for the fifth time after a short scroll through TikTok.  The bright orange shopping cart button illuminated the...

South by Burnt X

South by Burnt X

Alex Luevano April 2, 2024

Take a behind-the-lens look at South by Southwest, Burnt X Orange style. Our photographer Alex Luevano endured the photo pits and afterparties to bring you these photos from the busiest festival in Austin. ...

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Why Taylor Swift is Overrated

Sabine Snyder April 1, 2024

Taylor Swift sucks.  Mildly sarcastic disclaimer:  I know what you’re thinking–that is an absolutely crazy statement. Who am I to say that? What do I know about Taylor Alison Swift? Honestly?...

Culture'd Couture: A Student Fashion Show

Culture’d Couture: A Student Fashion Show

Mariela Villela March 31, 2024

Throughout February, UT Culture Shock — a community organization for UT Campus Events and Entertainment — hosted Black History Month events, including their annual student fashion show, “Culture’d...

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Artists Find Their Home at the Austin Flea

Aubrey Hairston March 20, 2024

Meanwhile Brewing Co. hosted the Austin Flea on Feb. 25, featuring a variety of vendors selling everything from hot sauce to vintage clothing.  The market started at noon and quickly came to life...

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Sustainable Fashion Trends: Mushroom Leather

Abby Russell March 18, 2024

Sustainable fashion has been trending over the past decade as more people begin to question the environmental impact of their clothing. Fast fashion is a huge industry with glaring issues; it’s clothing...

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What to Do if You’re Spending Spring Break in Austin

Aubrey Hairston March 10, 2024

Spring break is upon us, and many students are packing their bags to disperse for a week of hometown visits and vacations. For those of us who are staying in Austin, it may be easy to compare our breaks...