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Gertie Hutchison

Gertie Hutchison

Gertie Hutchison is a sophomore in Journalism 1. She enjoys sewing in her free time, as well as painting and reading. She is a member of the Lakota West Fashion Club. Gertie also loves spending time with her family and friends.

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Emma Chamberlain at 2026 Met Gala, in custom Mugler.

The 2026 Met Gala: Fashion is Art

Gertie Hutchison May 14, 2026

The Met Gala is one of the biggest events of the year- it's a time for celebrities to show off their fashion sense, all while raising money for the non-profit museum, the Met. This year, it took place on Monday, May 4th, 2026, with the theme “Fashion...

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Shopping Savvy: Rating Thrift Stores in the Area

Gertie Hutchison April 30, 2026

Thrifting is one of the easiest ways to get clothes for a cheap price. At thrift stores, you can find anything - designer bags, clothes, or just regular clothes for a good deal! Yet, it can be hard to decide on where to go: which stores have the...

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Kpop group BTS perform during ‘BTS The Comeback Live Arirang’ concert in central Seoul, South Korea, March 21, 2026. REUTERS/Kim Hong-ji/Pool EDITORIAL USE ONLY.

 BTS’ 5th Studio Album: ARIRANG

Gertie Hutchison March 26, 2026

 Four years ago, as I was stuck watching the horrid outcome of the Bengals Superbowl LVI (a sad night, considering I am from Cincinnati), I was given solace from the devastating loss. BTS, and their commercial with Samsung flip phones, enlightened my...

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Blackpink (left to right) Lisa, Jisoo, Jennie, and Rose attending the MTV Video Music Awards 2022 held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Picture date: Sunday August 28, 2022. (Photo by Doug Peters/PA Images via Getty Images)

BLACKPINK’s Newest EP: “DEADLINE” 

Gertie Hutchison March 16, 2026

After four years of solo work,BLACKPINK recently released their newest EP, “DEADLINE”, on February 27th, 2026. This is their third EP, or mini-album. The album consists of five songs: “JUMP”, which was originally released in July of 2025, “GO”,...

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The Difference Between Thrift and Vintage Stores

The Difference Between Thrift and Vintage Stores

Gertie Hutchison February 24, 2026

In 2025, there was a rise in thrift and vintage shopping. Many were inspired by the thousands of good thrift haul videos, and were moved to actually thrift themselves. But what is actually the difference between vintage and thrift shopping? While they...

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Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2026: A Review

Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2026: A Review

Gertie Hutchison February 23, 2026

It was Haute couture season in Paris, and with 29 shows taking place throughout the city the week of January 27th, we got to see many magnificent looks from the fashion houses.  Haute couture is unlike any other fashion shows- typical shows, like...

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Designer Matthieu Blazy walks the runway of the Bottega Veneta show during the Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 on September 23, 2023 in Milan. (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP) / "(Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images)

Matthieu Blazy: Chanel’s newest Creative Director

Gertie Hutchison January 29, 2026

With the passing of long-time Chanel creative director Karl Lagerfeld, the brand searched for a suitable replacement. This eventually came in the form of Matthieu Blazy, the former creative director of Bottega Veneta. Blazy, age 41, is a French- Belgian...

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BANGKOK,THAILAND-APRIL 25: View of Famous Popmart Labubu on Female Bag on April 25,2024

The Biggest Fashion Trends of 2025

Gertie Hutchison January 15, 2026

2025 was a year like no other- with changes in politics,  the rise of annoying phrases, and economic downturn. In the fashion industry, many big fashion companies introduced new creative directors, including Matthieu Blazy at Chanel, Jonathan Anderson...

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Introducing the Lakota West Fashion Club

Introducing the Lakota West Fashion Club

Gertie Hutchison December 11, 2025

As I walked through the school clubs for the first time, there was only one that caught my eye - the Fashion Club. Set out from the other clubs, there were no posters or candy to draw students in; only flyers, and one extremely fashionable senior. I knew...

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Here's what to expect in Zootopia 2 

Here’s what to expect in Zootopia 2 

Azael Perez and Gertie Hutchison November 27, 2025

Disney's newest animated movie, Zootopia 2, is set to release in theaters on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025. Directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard have come together to bring back the fan favorites, Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde...

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