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Breaking down the ‘Indie Sleaze’ aesthetic: a guide to look like you haven't tried at all.
Introducing us to the notorious 2000s aesthetic, Molly Hewston guides us on how to embody the nonchalant look of the 'Indie Sleaze' fad.
HARD
Dec 3, 20242 min read


Reflecting on Aesthetica Film Festival 2024
After representing HardMag at Aesthetica 2024, Scarlet Somerville engages us in her final reflections of the festival and future must do's.
HARD
Nov 27, 20243 min read


Scarlet's Aesthetica Report:Experiencing the Festival
Scarlet Somerville's Aesthetica Report puts us in her high heels experiencing what the Aesthetica Film Festival 2024 had in store this time.
HARD
Nov 25, 20244 min read


Interviewing @the_m_poetry: Acknowledging Street Art Antics
Kalypso Isaidou interviews the talented SKG street poet, @the_m_poetry, to understand what truly goes on behind the scenes of street art.
HARD
Nov 22, 20248 min read


Emma Can't Believe it's Week Seven and Neither Can I
Eartha Greyson shares her poem "Emma Can't Believe it's Week Seven and Neither Can I", reminding us of that funny feeling of passing time.
HARD
Nov 20, 20241 min read


The Importance of Grassroots Music Venues
Inspiring your next night out, George Barnard introduces us to the Grassroots Music Venues and how we can all revive love for live venues.
HARD
Nov 16, 20242 min read


Playboi Carti: The Ethics of Manufacturing Mystique
Ngabo Maninga investigates Playboi Carti's manufactured persona, how it captures his fanbase and what exactly this means for music in 2024.
HARD
Nov 12, 20245 min read


10 Top Tips on How to Embrace Being Single during Cuffing Season
Our very own Carrie Bradshaw, known to us as Christina Pinhorn, shares her Top 10 Tips on surviving being single during cuffing season.
HARD
Nov 1, 20243 min read


Understanding Yugonostalgia: A State of Reminiscing and Escaping Modernity
Kalypso Isaidou investigates the meaning of 'Yugonostalgia' and the tendency to reminisce and romanticise a life outside of modernity.
HARD
Oct 31, 20244 min read


SAY OWT: A Night Celebrating Their 10th Year Anniversary
Christina Pinhorn reports on the 10th Anniversary of 'Say Owt' live poetry performances, including an interview with slam poet Henry Raby.
HARD
Oct 26, 20248 min read


‘Goodnight and Goodbye’ from the ‘Five Albums. One Night.’ Tour
Chloe Eaton shares her experience of the ultimate girlhood nostalgia night at the Jonas Brothers' 'Five Albums. One Night' concert.
HARD
Oct 25, 20244 min read


What's Up with NewJeans?
Music Editor, Gena Clarke, investigates the success and controversies surrounding K-Pop band, NewJeans, pleading the question: What's Up?
HARD
Oct 21, 20243 min read


Bridget Jones’s Real Baby:The ‘Frazzled Englishwoman’ Aesthetic
As we enter the season of the niche 'Frazzled Englishwoman' aesthetic, Vie Clark breaks down the iconic women and accessories behind it all.
HARD
Oct 21, 20242 min read


Unearthing the Beauty of John Burnside’s ‘History’
Reminiscing on one of her favourite poems by John Burnside, Christina Pinhorn shares her heartwarming billet-doux to the late poet's work.
HARD
Oct 19, 20243 min read


An Evening with Belle and Sebastian's Stuart Murdoch: Fatigue, Faith and Songwriting
Culture Editor, Ellen Morris, discusses Stuart Murdoch's press night at Brudenell Social Club, a surreal night of "loving and connection."
HARD
Oct 17, 20245 min read


YORK FASHION WEEK (MINUS THE 'NEW')
Fashion Deputy Scarlet Somerville gives us a day in her life at York Fashion Week, sharing her full experience and the best of York catwalk.
HARD
Oct 16, 20244 min read


A LETTER TO OUR CAT, IN CASE HE HEARD WHAT DAD SAID ABOUT HIM
Maia Wensley shares a heartwarming poem - a love letter to her cat which we doubtlessly fall in love with too.
HARD
Oct 16, 20241 min read


Why is the Clean-Girl Aesthetic Soiled with Dirty Politics?
Isabella Dewson discusses the "Clean Girl" aesthetic, exposing the politics of what truly lies behind this seemingly perfect trend.
HARD
Oct 14, 20242 min read


“Child’s Play” Opening Night at The Norman Rea Gallery
In this review, Maria Radlett reflects on the emotive splendour of the new NRG exhibition “Child’s Play: Exploring Childhood Through Art.”
HARD
Oct 13, 20243 min read
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