Roberto Cavalli is an Italian fashion designer best known for the enchanting mix of bold prints in his fashion line, as well as being the first designer to create the sand-blasted effect on jeans and printing on leather. Cavalli rose to fame after he presented his first collection of printed leather gowns to the fashion world in 1970. Mario Valentino, known as the key designer of Italian leather at the time, thought that Cavalli’s new printing technique was “fantastic!” This revolutionary idea of making evening gowns out of leather made him stand out from other designers, and he was soon…
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Valentine’s Day is a day for couples to show just how much they really mean to each other by showering each other with gifts and affection. Hearts lace school corridors and Cupid’s arrows fill the air as single red roses and anonymous cards are passed under desks. People wake up optimistic that their long term crush will confess undying love for them and restaurants are filled with happy faces that clink their glasses to the exciting future ahead of them, whilst playing ‘Footsie’ under the table. Meanwhile the single population fill their freezers with ice cream and make sure they have…
It’s that time of year again when we get to spread the love. It’s not always that easy though, not when money is tight. There’s that pressure that seems to come with Valentine’s Day too, that you need to go above and beyond to show someone how much they truly mean to you. Some of the nicest, most meaningful things come from the heart and it is precisely for that reason that Valentine’s Day can be more personal and romantic if you just put a bit of thought into it, however late you get around to celebrating the day. Gifts…
Opinions and celebrations of Valentine’s Day vary. The classic cynic express’s contempt at what is a seemingly materialistic and lust endorsed day, as couples bombard each other with gifts festooned in love hearts and roses. To others it offers reason to take time off and appreciate the existence of a significant other, coddling in the sweet romance of relationships. Yet in the midst of this indulgent period don’t forget to indulge yourself. A celebration of self-love is not only reserved for those who are single. Loving oneself isn’t simply wrapping yourself in a duvet burrito and marathoning Netflix favourites, although…
In the run up to Valentine’s Day this year, the BBC have aired some short, online exclusive clips called Funny Valentines. They give us some insight into what various comedians, such as Sara Pascoe and Bill Bailey, think of this iconic day of love. Out of the eight short episodes that BBC Iplayer aired, the three that I would recommend are as follows: episode four by Modern Toss called Lady and the Fly. If you are a fan of animation this will be a favourite of yours too. The story is one of unrequited love, where a fly is in…
The Summer Ball is the biggest event of the year. Despite what skeptics have said, the ball is not designed to make money. It’s held to offer the students who have worked hard to get through their finals a chance to let loose and to do so in style. On ticket sales alone, the event would actually make a loss! When you add in the drink sales, they still only break even. Our tickets have been sold to us at the same price for over ten years now. Everyone has worked hard to keep the cost of tickets low, even…
After over three decades of protection from over-production EU milk quotas were scrapped on the first of April in order to allow EU dairy businesses to compete with international rivals in supplying the ever expanding markets of Asia and Africa. While the EU are confident that the new system will not bring a return to the butter mountains and lakes of milk of the 1980s, farmers in the UK are worried about the already low price of milk falling even further. EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan said the ending of quotas was both a challenge and…
With the general election fast approaching, who will you be giving your vote? We at Seren give you a rundown of what each party has to offer, to make that all-important decision just a little bit easier
Bangor University Men’s Badminton recently won the BUCS Northern 2A league and securing promotion for next season, making them the joint-highest ranked regular BUCS team in the university, alongside high-flyers Women’s Basketball. Seren take a look back over their successful season. Following the departure of a couple of long serving first team players at the end of last season nobody was quite sure what to expect from the 2014/2015 BUCS campaign. However, with no clear favourites for the league title forthcoming, there was optimism within the team as they would face off against Manchester 2nds and 3rds, UCLAN 1sts, Lancaster…
Bangor University Women’s Gaelic Football played a hard-fought battle against Manchester club side St. Lawrence last weekend. St. Lawrence’s are a well-established local league side, and proved a formidable test for a new-look Bangor team. Bangor were blooding new players into the side, with several players experiencing their first Gaelic Football fixture. From the off it was a tough game for the away side, as St. Lawrence forced a smart save from goalkeeper Jade Ireland who denied the home team the first goal of the afternoon (worth three points). However, they collected the loose ball and scored a single point…
1815 – ££ HOW about a lovely Valentine’s lunch over a fresh tapas platter? This place has great quality food including jacket potatoes, burgers and big portions of salad, served by friendly staff. Located just off Bangor high street. You may need to book a place as it tends to get busy, call 01248 355969. Noodle One – ££ A long-standing favorite amongst the student community. A lovely atmosphere, great food and generous portions make this the place to spice up your Valentine’s night! Who needs a special Valentine’s menu when you can just pick and choose your…
Bangor University Women’s Basketball continued their good run of form with a 50-19 victory of the University of Leeds last week. The club, which are currently the highest ranking regular season BUCS team in the university, made it six wins from six to put themselves six points clear at the top of Northern 1A. The game looked to be tough, with Bangor losing some of the international players in their squad at the end of the last semester and were facing a mid-table Leeds side. Bangor secured the first points of the game after a scrappy opening few minutes. The…
Earlier this week, Bangor University’s Cheerleaders, the Bangor Dragons, held their annual showcase event, inviting spectators to watch their routines ahead of their first competition of the year. Bangor Dragons compete in four different categories across their events; group stunt, pom, all-girl, and co-ed. With only two weeks to their first competition, Future Cheer, the showcase was an opportunity for the Dragons to display their training efforts whilst raising some transport funds. Overall, the club raised £264.11 by charging a small entry fee, selling cakes and holding a raffle. Vita Luna, the Dragons’ Club Captain, spoke to Seren and said…
Sometimes airports are the only view you get of a country, a snapshot of a place blurrily imprinted on the back of your eyes as you try to get some sleep in uncooperative airport chairs. It’s a maybe-space… a little bit of isolation-temporal and temporary, not quite as real as the world beyond airport security. You do odd things like: buy ten bottles of wine and a Toblerone bar at duty-free; fit yourself and an unfeasible amount of luggage into a toilet cubicle; worry cyclically whether you’ve brought enough pairs of underwear. Dubai is one of my favourite maybe-spaces. I’ve…
Last month beloved independent Welsh language bookshop Palas Print closed on Bangor High Street. The owners, Eirian James and Selwyn Jones, who have another store in Caernarfon said: “Sadly, we have to admit that despite our best efforts, and the continued support of a small but faithful group of people in the area, we have not succeeded in developing the business in Bangor. “Over the past few months I’ve had to face the harsh reality that the Bangor shop is not sustainable, and therefore with a heavy heart, and apologies to all those who have supported our venture in Bangor,…