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Caitlyn Taylor

Bio: Caitlyn Taylor is a graduate from Calvin University where she received a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. With a long time passion for video games, TV, and movies, Caitlyn took to journalism as a way to understand the ins and outs of her favorite industries. Caitlyn is ecstatic to join the NYC Tastemakers team, with the hopes of improving her skills as a writer and broadening her experience.
Beauty

The Beauty Industry Should Pivot Away From Anti-Aging

The beauty industry has embraced many trends over the years, but no trend has consistently persisted like anti-aging. Many brands have created skin care serums and other beauty products that would help customers maintain a youthful appearance despite their age. That said, recent years have seen this technology make some ...

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Theater

Are Arthouse Cinemas Making a Comeback In NYC?

The Theater industry has been in tumultuous times in recent years. While things have slowly bounced back from the rocky economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, many places within the theater industry still retain their scars. Luckily, the opening of a new arthouse theater may be the right sign that ...

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Fashion

Should More Fashion Companies Replicate Calvin Klein’s Take Back Program?

In recent years, the fashion industry has been one of many that have been reckoning with their impacts on the environment and overall sustainability. Fashion brands have begun announcing initiatives that promote sustainability, and recently, Calvin Klein appears to be the latest to do so. Calvin Klein’s Re-Calvin, a take-back ...

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Theater

Hamilton Will Never Get Old

Hamilton is one of the few Broadway productions of the 21st century that has maintained relevancy within mainstream pop culture.  Written and directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hamilton follows the life of Alexander Hamilton during and after the American Revolution. It debuted to wide acclaim and high box office sales, with ...

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Fashion

The Tomboy Dead Or Under A New Renaissance

​Tomboys, as a fashion style, used to be common among younger generations. Like other alternative styles, it allowed young girls and women to resist rigid, traditional gender roles. ​That said, in recent years, the conversation around tomboys has changed. Specifically, the way society has viewed aspects such as sexuality and ...

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Fashion

Was The 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show A Flop?

​Victoria’s Secret’s 2025 Fashion Show came and went, leaving viewers divided across the internet. This is the company’s second show after a five-year hiatus, when in 2019, the event came under fire for its lack of diversity. ​Victoria’s Secret’s 2025 show seemed to correct this mistake, but for many, that ...

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Theater

The Broadway Strike Was A Long Time Coming

​A labor strike will likely soon hit the theater industry in the United States, and unfortunately, the event has felt inevitable. Discontentment across various segments of the American entertainment industry has surged since the pandemic. These mounting pressures pushed writers and actors to launch massive strikes two years ago in ...

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Beauty

Google’s New AI Makeup Filters Set a Dangerous Precedent

AI is influencing beauty in a big way thanks to Google Meet’s latest feature. Launched on October 8th, Google Meet unveiled the latest update to its Touch Up Mode, which was unveiled last year. This update includes advanced AI filters that can touch up a person’s facial features and lighting ...

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Fashion

Is Shein Trying To Evolve Above Its Fast-Fashion Reputation?

​Fast fashion has fully cemented itself within the fashion industry. Despite the growing impact of recent tariffs on fashion consumers, global brands like Shein and Temu continue to generate massive amounts of revenue. Despite this, recently it seems that these are attempting to evolve their image in the fashion world. ...

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Theater

The Lost Boys Musical Is The Perfect Pick For Halloween

The cult classic horror comedy film The Lost Boys is finally getting a Broadway musical adaptation. While the news was a surprise for some, the announcement has garnered excitement from the film’s dedicated fanbase, who are always eager for more content of their favorite film. The Lost Boys’ musical adaptation ...

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Fashion

Will CNN’s Latest Venture Into Fashion Spur New Mainstream Interest?

Global news media company CNN recently added Rachel Tashjian to its ranks of senior reporters. Previously, Tashjian was a fashion critic for The Washington Post, the fashion news director at Harper’s Bazaar, and more. It’s the latest effort from the media company to beef up their digital subscription service, overseen ...

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Fashion

 Are Men Finally Breaking Away From Traditional Western Wedding Attire?

​Wedding attire in Western countries like the United States has been set to a consistent standard for decades. While the style and fabrics may differ, white has been the primary color for bride gowns. ​Traditionally, groomswear has faced fewer changes. While bridal gowns have evolved, groom suits have largely remained ...

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