A Jack-o-lantern sits in the Marchiori Pavilion on a spooky October night / Photo Courtesy of Kelsey Purcell BY KELSEY PURCELL, FEATURES EDITOR There are a lot of ways to celebrate Halloween and get into the festive spirit, especially in the Southern Tier of New York. Here are some activities to try near St. Bonaventure…
Elizabeth Egan/ The Bona Venture Fall scenery at Stony Brook State Park in Danville, New York. BY EMILIE WEINBECK, STAFF WRITER St. Bonaventure University is truly a great place to be during fall, with gorgeous changing leaves and mountainous background. But, fall does not last forever so soaking up all that fall has to offer…
Photo courtesy of Creative Commons / Fall pumpkin decorations BY ISABEL MARZULLO, CONTRIBUTING WRITER When I think of fall, I envision bleak weather accompanied by a delightful pumpkin spice latte. Moreover, I envision what my dorm will look like. What decorations will I get? What will make it cozy? What will pass fire inspections? Upon…
BY MAX MCAULIFF, STAFF WRITER The leaves beginning to change and the weather growing colder can only mean one thing, fall is upon us. While the days grow shorter, colder and darker, there is a different feeling in the air. The cold air is crisp and nips at any exposed skin, reminding one that it…
As college students, we are always looking to maximize our budget and are all about multi-use items. With colder weather already in full swing, every store you go into will have sweaters and hopefully they are going to be on sale. Lucky for us, Olean has an Old Navy and they are always – and…
By Jenna Cosentino Staff Writer Fall is in full swing. Well, we all think it is. As soon as Starbucks comes out with their pumpkin spice lattes, fall is on everyone’s mind. Even with the slightest weather change, people break out their favorite cozy sweaters and tall boots. Fall is my favorite season because…
By Lian Bunny Co-Photo Editor St. Bonaventure University hosted an open house on Saturday, Oct. 15, attracting more than 70 prospective students. This event is the first of three fall open houses, according to Monica Emery, director of volunteer relations and events. According to a past edition of The Bona Venture from last October, the…
By Simone Robinson Staff Writer Take your summer favorites to all new heights by combining them with fall’s hottest trends and staple wardrobe pieces! Skirt Pair your fall leather jacket with a printed midi or maxi skirt to add a bit of edge to your look for class or work. To add more of a…
By Simone Robinson Staff Writer Stand out this fall with these affordable and essential beauty products from your local drugstore and brands tailored for your wallets. Lip balms and moisturizers The drop in temperature tends to affect our bodies, particularly our lips and skin, during the colder months. To keep your lips and skin moisturized…
By Simone Robinson Staff Writer From remixes of modern trends to the revival of popular fashion from the Victorian era, stay on trend this fall by adding these four items to your wardrobe! Oversized jackets Oversized jackets have been loved by the fashion world for the past few seasons, but fashion icon Rihanna has sparked…
By Simone Robinson Contributing Writer Contrary to popular belief, coats aren’t the only outerwear made for fall. There is a whole variety of alternatives that’ll keep you warm and stylish on those chilly evenings. Vest A vest is the top must-have alternative piece for your wardrobe. It’s versatility in weight and style provides enough…
By Simone Robinson Contributing Writer When it comes to style, sometimes less is more. Here are five minimalist pieces and color palettes that set the foundation for everyday wardrobe, allowing you to capture the essence of simplicity in your ensembles and test the limits of your fashion creativity. Leather Jacket Leather jackets are a staple…
Colorful leaves, chilly air and pumpkin spice lattes—oh my! Fall arrived Wednesday, and Bonaventure students said they are excited for the change in season and the activities that come with it. “My favorite part of fall would have to be how beautiful the trees look when they change colors,” said Kinsey Maddison, a sophomore chemistry…
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor While New York City set the stage for autumn and winter 2015 trends three weeks ago, the fashion world’s eye has since moved to London and Milan for their fashion weeks. London Fashion Week took place from Feb. 20 to 24, while Milan’s designers showcased their looks from Feb.…
By Lauren Zazzara Staff Writer The ‘90s are back, and with them come flannels. Flannels are easy to style, and they instantly make an outfit cooler, grungier and more laid back. Flannel is a warm material, meaning you won’t be shivering as you go to your 8:30 a.m. class in 30-degree weather. Girls have…
By Lauren Zazzara Staff Writer On every website, in every store and on every fashion-related social media that I follow, the color oxblood has been everywhere. It is seen on clothes, on lips, on shoes, on nails and even hair. This deep burgundy color can be easily translated to any personal style and can instantly…
Lauren Zazzara Staff writer For the past few months, on almost all of the online shops and fashion websites I have visited I have been bombarded with ‘90s inspiration. It was all over the runways this year, pulling from the grunge trend that went from the street with Kurt Cobain, to high-fashion with Marc Jacobs’…
PSL: the three most important letters of fall. They stand for nothing more than our favorite seasonal staple. Pumpkin. Spice. Lattes. Whether you take them hot or cold, you can never go wrong with this special cinnamon treat. They are just as much a sign of autumn as the leaves beginning to fall and…
By Lauren Zazzara Contributing Writer This is the most difficult time of the year to find an outfit because the temperature fluctuates so much throughout the day. It feels like winter in the morning, and you can almost see your breath. If you dress too warm, by the afternoon you are drenched in sweat in…
By Lauren Zazzara Contributing Writer From what my weather apps are saying, it looks like this week is going to bring fall-like weather with highs in the ‘60s. Some may be mourning the end of summer, but I am eagerly awaiting being able to turn off my fan and cuddle up in blankets while drinking…