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Alumna Spotlight: Brooke Henderson
By Amanda Beck Today, we’re proud to highlight an incredible CDR alumna, Brooke Henderson (soon to be Brooke Santarelli!) Brooke Henderson Brooke graduated from Slippery Rock University in 2018 with a degree in Integrated Marketing & Communication. During her time at SRU, she served as President of College Dress Relief, helping to shape the organization into the impactful and empowering club it is today. Currently, Brooke works as a Lead Communications Specialist at UPMC, wh
4 days ago


Effortlessly Him: A Young Man's Guide to Style
By Brianna Price image from Pinterest Let’s be real, styling and creating outfits can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Effortless style isn’t about flashing logos or chasing every trend, it’s about looking sharp without trying too hard. For young guys just getting started in the fashion world, having the right basics, knowing a few simple tricks, and paying a little attention to detail can help you put together looks that feel natural, confident, and completely yo
Feb 22


Fall, Friends, and Photoshoots
By Kasaundra Harvey Below is a recap of some of our club’s events this year. We’ve had two photoshoots so far where we’ve gotten to know our members and shoot content for our platforms in the process! Macoskey Center In September, our club held a photoshoot for members to get new, professional headshots and other photos at the beautiful Macoskey Center. We had a wonderful time getting to know our members early in the semester while creating content. The Macoskey Center off
Nov 2, 2025


Master the Art of Layering This Fall
By Kailyn Turko Happy fall, all! With the weather starting to change, it can be a challenge to have cute outfits while keeping cozy. It can be especially difficult when it is cold in the morning — when you are leaving for class — and warmer when the sun is out in the afternoon. I wanted to share some tips about layering that can help take your outfits to the next level! image from Pinterest Jackets Everyone’s go-to item when the temperature starts to drop is a jacket. It is b
Oct 26, 2025


5 Ways to Get Creative with Styling Your Clothes
By Rylan Strauser Styling versus wearing. What’s the difference? Anyone can throw on a pair of pants and a shirt and make it look good, but what makes clothes stand out? What exactly turns a basic outfit into a creative outfit? In my experience, making an outfit interesting – or styling – is easier than you may think, but it takes knowledge on how to efficiently and effectively mix pieces in your wardrobe. Through styling, you can take a simple pair of pants and a simple shir
Oct 19, 2025


Best Ways to Find Sustainable and Affordable Fashion
By Madison Walloch Below are some amazing ways to find or make affordable and sustainable fashion: Second-Hand/Thrifts Image from freepik.com Shopping second-hand is a great way to shop for sustainable fashion and help the environment by conserving natural resources, cutting down on pollution from manufacturing, and lowering carbon emissions associated with the fashion industry . Second-hand stores sell clothing that has been used but is still in great condition. Most times,
Oct 12, 2025


Pull-Ups: The Ultimate Upper Body Power Move
By Rachel Reep Image from Hughston Clinic ( https://hughston.com/wellness/pull-up-bar-injuries/ ) Whether you're chasing your first rep...
Oct 5, 2025


Sustainable Swaps
By Jordan Ensign Sustainability is a broad topic. Here at CDR, our conversations about sustainability are often centered around clothing,...
Sep 28, 2025


Indyxing Your Wardrobe
By Jordan Ensign Image from @myindyx on Instagram Do you ever feel like you don’t really know what’s in your closet? Are you constantly...
Apr 16, 2025


CDR Certified: Pacifica
By Harley Wolfgang A clean drugstore brand I recommend I have struggled a ton with skincare. Everyone’s body is so different, so looking...
Mar 24, 2025


My Top Five Things I Want to Try Next (Baking Edition)
By Lindsay Roman My hobby since the pandemic has always been baking. No matter the occasion, I will be baking. This includes parties,...
Mar 20, 2025


Sustainability in the Time of AI
By Jordan Ensign image from MIT Sloan When you think of sustainable, eco-conscious practices, you might picture things like buying...
Mar 18, 2025


Spring Break Packing List: 10 Essentials You Can’t Forget
By Natalie Murawski From Pinterest As you may know, Slippery Rock’s Spring Break is coming up next week. Many of us will be traveling and...
Mar 7, 2025


Small Businesses to Support in 2025
By Ashley Schroer With many big companies rolling back DEI programs, many of us, especially college students who are dealing with limited...
Mar 5, 2025


Elevated St. Paddy’s Day Style
By Alexa Mazzarini St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and if you have any fun holiday plans, you may be in need of a cute outfit...
Mar 3, 2025
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