In its quarter century of business, Cicada has transformed Oxford, Mississippi’s fashion scene. Through trial, error, and many successes, a 21-year-old student paved her own way, inspiring a generation of our university’s students and Oxford locals alike.

The 2023-24 Square Magazine team consists of 41 brilliant, skillful individuals, all coming from a variety of backgrounds and courses of study. Although it is still as hot as ever, we are excited to see what our new team brings to life this autumn. 

From her two-bedroom apartment in Tampa, Florida Corryn Timmerman is building an empire of free-spirited, beach-loving, cowgirl-boot-wearing twentysomethings.

Since graduating from the University of Mississippi in 2022, Timmerman has taken social media by storm. With a whopping 52K followers on Instagram and over 100K on TikTok, Timmerman has mastered the art of content creation. Now, founding the brand Basic Beach Apparel, she is making her first foray into entrepreneurship.

While in conversation with Lindsay Rust Perper, the founder and CEO of Rodeo and recent NYU Stern graduate gave us some insight as to how her startup came to life.

From the style transformation of modern quiet luxury’s poster girl Sofia Richie to the Mattel magic Andrew Mukamal has created for the Barbie press tour, there is no summer obsession they have not covered.

Summer with Square Magazine is here!

While going to the beach is a perfect way to relax, there is more preparation than you might realize to make your time as stress-free as possible.

As the role of women adapts and expands to better society, feminine rage has found a unique niche in film and fashion.

“I never thought being from Greenville, Mississippi would help me, but now my love for my hometown shines through even more than it ever has.”

Whether you are a current college student, or looking forward to starting your freshman year, it is important to create your own definition of success in college and maintain it through self care.

Spring is a season of renewing your body and mind. The winter blues are gone and it is now time to get our health in check before summer arrives. There is no better way to support your health and well-being than by taking the right vitamins. As the days get longer and the temperatures warm up, your body may need an extra boost to stay energized and healthy. Here are the best vitamins to take in the springtime to help you look and feel your best.

Check out what the Square team is up to this May!

Moms do so much every day to make us feel special, and small businesses are an ideal place to shop for something to make them feel as seen and loved as they deserve. No matter what you choose to give this Mother’s Day, be sure to pair it with some words of gratitude for the women who have made you who you are. 

The looks display the range of denim while promoting an important message about sexual violence, once again proving how instrumental fashion can be in furthering and explaining cultural movements.

With just a few weeks left in the spring semester, summer vacation is on our minds. While a change of scenery and endless days on the beach sounds like the perfect cure for the mid-spring burnout, there are still a few weeks of studying and homework left.

As spring begins to transition into summer and finals inch closer, what better way to relieve stress than a little retail therapy? From replacing new makeup products to adding new layers for spring, here are some of our essentials for the warmer months.  

When the birds start to sing and the flowers are in bloom, the temptation to spend every minute outside is impossible to resist. For days when all you want is some fresh air, having a fun outdoor activity planned is the perfect way to spend your weekend. 

Join us at The Green at Harrison’s on Wednesday, April 19th, 2023 from 6 to 8 p.m. for this year’s cover reveal! Come celebrate with us in style!

While traveling and exploring new places is one of the most exciting things you can do, it definitely comes with its challenges. We often plan things to do and see in new places, but a trip cannot run smoothly without proper preparation for all the little things being in a new city or country can come with. For an effortless travel experience, try out these five Amazon travel essentials.

The spring season is here, and as the weather gets warmer, it is a wonderful time to find new books to read and enjoy in the outdoors. Finding new books to read is always a fun experience, and there is no shortage of options to choose from. To help get you started, here are a few books to add to your to-be-read list.