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BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Austin Antique Mall to Close After Nearly 40 Years in Business

Austin Antique Mall to Close After Nearly 40 Years in Business

Aubrey Hairston April 23, 2024

As soon as you enter the Austin Antique Mall, it’s a treasure hunt. Each corner turned reveals a seemingly endless collection of old knick knacks and antiques displayed within cubicles. A wide variety...

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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...

Behind the scenes with Lanicrochets

Behind the scenes with Lanicrochets

Reo Lee March 4, 2022

Colorful checkered bags, bright colored tops, soft plushies, and embroidered hats line the shelves. At Lanicrochets, dreams and wishes become a reality in the form of eye-catching and handmade crocheted...

Is It A Rip-Off?: 2nd Street Edition

Is It A Rip-Off?: 2nd Street Edition

Sloane Wick November 11, 2021

Second St. District is known in Austin for its vibrant boutiques, countless dining options and stunningly lit-up trees. It’s full of unique things to do and see — but half of them are complete rip-offs....

Is it a Rip-Off?: SoCo Edition

Is it a Rip-Off?: SoCo Edition

Sloane Wick October 18, 2021

South Congress district, usually referred to as SoCo, is one of Austin’s most popular attractions for tourists and locals alike. It’s full of unique shops and funky restaurants — and half of them...

Spring 2021 Fashion: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Spring

Spring 2021 Fashion: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Spring

Ren Breach May 3, 2021

Spring is upon us and now is the perfect time to get caught up on spring fashion trends! Check out our list of the six hottest fashion trends of Spring 2021 and take your pick of what stylish pieces you’ll...

How To Online Thrift Like A Pro

How To Online Thrift Like A Pro

Ren Breach November 10, 2020

We all have that one friend who can skillfully find almost anyone online, whether you're searching for an old ex's new girlfriend or a mysterious acquaintance. I have a similar talent, but rather than...

Things to do, see, & eat in colorado springs

Things to do, see, & eat in colorado springs

Courtney Smith March 14, 2020

Colorado is gaining popularity as both an ideal place to live as well as an Instagram worthy travel destination. Not only is Colorado absolutely gorgeous (I mean come on- it inspired the song “America...

Saving Money and Looking Great

Saving Money and Looking Great

Skyler King March 10, 2020

The temperatures are rising, the sun is out longer, it’s almost spring and that means a new wardrobe is needed. It’s time for new spring outfits, but these days it’s hard to find great clothes...

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Ways to Spend Thanksgiving if You’re Staying in Austin

November 28, 2019

There are those who don’t always have the chance to go back home for Thanksgiving. Fortunately, if you are one of the students staying on campus this break, here is a list of ways to spend Thanksgiving day in Austin.

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The True Cost of Black Friday

November 27, 2019

Black Friday is the one time of year when people can trample each other for goods the day after expressing gratitude for what they already own.

Affordable Graduation Gifts

Affordable Graduation Gifts

Courtney Smith May 14, 2019

Graduation is the next big step in adulting. Once students cross the stage they go on to do a number of things: some will go off to a new place to work, some may travel, some will get married, and others...