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CONTENTS

05 NEWS Section Intro - Another Referendum? - What Now?

11 ENTERTAINMENT & TECH New Beginnings - Riot Club - Independent Eyebrows

18 ARTS & CULTURE Intro - Enchanted Forest in Pitlochry - Stew Bryden Interview

22 MUSIC Section Intro - Beartooth - Freshers Gig

26 FASHION First Impressions - Fashion In a Time of Change - Autumn Tips ‘14

33 SPORT Get Involved - The Ryder Cup - People. Place. Passion

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AUTUMN FASHION TIPS ‘14

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TEAM &CONTRIBUTORS

Laura GilmourNEWS EDITOR

ENTERTAINMENT & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR

ARTS & CULTURE EDITOR

Gillian ThomsonMUSIC EDITOR

Amy Mcdonald

Patricia-Ann YoungIain GardnerFASHION EDITOR

Angus MacgregorSPORTS EDITOR

Kieran Llywellyn Thomas Amie Grimason

EDITOR DEPUTY EDITOR

Hannah Chalmers Clara CunninghamSimon DalzielLídia Gulyás

PR MANAGER PHOTO MANAGER DESIGNER DESIGNER

Contributors: Stephen Lister, Isabelle Gajo, Ashlie Smart, Liam Bruce, Dawn Porter, Laura Gilmour, Alan Ironside, Cameron Rae, Kierran Allerdice, Angus MacGregor, Sakari Saukkonen, Ivaylo Andreev, Sabrina Magnusson, Robert Wilson, Cameron Kirkaldy, Courtney Gordon, Christopher Smith, Leanne Ablett, Katie Howie, Jennifer Green, Saskia Markfort.

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News Features IntroductionNews at The Edit is a little different. We like to report on not only what is happening on campus and Glasgow but also stories from around the world you might not see elsewhere.

Whether it be independence for Scotland or South Sudan we like to look at the world through as many lenses as possible.

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Another referendum?Alan Ironside

A Spanish region bordering France and the Mediterranean Sea, Catalonia is maybe a name not everyone would have heard of. Unlike its booming tourism capital that is Barcelona. Nonetheless with a population of 7.5 million, a major economy based on manufacturing and tourism, its own flag and even its own national football team Catalonia is pushing for independence from the rest of Spain in an attempt to become its own country for the first time since 1469.To say that the existence and history of Catalonia has been a bumpy ride would be an understatement, until very recently the majority of Catalonia’s past involved war and oppression. The most recent example of this oppression came between 1938 and 1975 when under the Franco dictatorship, Catalan culture, autonomy and language was suppressed, though even more horrifically thousands of Catalan activists were executed or forced into exile. This no doubt plays a part in the feelings many Catalans have on Catalonian independence and why a large number are campaigning for it.

In contrast todays Catalonia is, as the rest of the world knows it, a relatively peaceful tourist magnet with the majority of tension coming from arguments between the Spanish government in Madrid and the Catalonian regional government. The Spanish government unsurprisingly views the loss of Catalonia as a huge blow to the Spanish economy, with 27% of the tourists who visit Spain visiting Catalonia and Spain’s economy currently one of the worst in Europe they don’t need a setback as big as Catalonian independence on their road to recovery. Spain’s prime minister, Mariano Rajoy’s stance was made clear when he rejected the option of allowing Catalonia a referendum, an action that has been condemned by many as undemocratic. Furthermore it would be illegal under the current Spanish constitution to allow a referendum something that Catalan nationalists resent. So it’s obvious that the Spanish government is opposed to the idea of Catalonian independence, but what does the majority of Catalonia want and why?

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If the polls are anything to go by it would suggest that the majority of Catalans want independence with 14 of the 16 recognised polls from the last 4 years showing this as being the case. The reasons many cite when arguing for independence include reduced unemployment, freedom to speak Catalan without ridicule, fairer tax treatment and more lenient abortion laws. Without question however it is the Catalans burning desire to have their culture recognised that drives the cries for independence. The clear disregard the Spanish government have for the Catalan language, national anthem and way of life is something that Catalans simply can’t accept. The frustration boils right down to their football team who unlike Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are forbidden by the Spanish government from playing in any international sporting events. With names such as Fabregas, Iniesta, Puyol and Xavi at their disposal you can understand their frustration.When the argument is presented logically rather than passionately it quickly becomes clear that Catalan independence would be a struggle considering its lack of natural resources, its likely failure to co-operate with Spain and more worryingly with the threat of ISIS on the Mediterranean, its lack of military resources. Therefore it would seem that if the rest of Spain simply accepted Catalan as a nation, gave it the ability to watch its own football team in competitions, the ability to preserve its language, recognise it as a nation and give it more devolved powers then perhaps a greater amount of Catalans may just feel comfortable as part of Spain. Naturally then you may ask, why does the Spanish government not just give Catalonia these powers and funding? The short answer is that they are too stubborn and if they don’t lose this stubbornness they are at a serious risk of losing Catalonia.

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Roxana Muenster

Thursday, September 18, saw a referendum of international importance take place in Scotland, in which the population decided on whether they wished to remain part of the United Kingdom or preferred to become independent. The ‘no’ side received 55,3% of the votes.

Now, in the aftermath, many of those 44.7% that wanted independence feel betrayed of their vote. However, even if almost half of the country had hoped for a different outcome, the public should not disregard what is one of the most astonishing aspects of the referendum: 84.59% of those eligible to vote – which, for the first time, included those aged 16 and 17 – took part in the referendum.

The high turnout is even more impressive when contrasted to some of the other significant elections in the past years. In the 2010 UK General Elections only 65.1% of those who held the right to vote participated. And in the elections for the European Parliament that took place in May of this year, only 42.54% of Europeans cast a ballot, and merely 35.4% of the British did.

In times of continuing decline of voter turnout, the Scottish referendum has

sparked interest in the general public unlike any other topic in the recent past. People researched and debated, fought with one another and thought deeply about which side they were going to choose when the time was ripe. People that had never before been involved in politics suddenly started leafleting and proudly showed their opinion through buttons, posters and flags. The night of the election, masses of peaceful ‘yes’-voters came together on George Square, next night, there were riots in the same place.

The older generations oftentimes complain how the youth is not interested in anything but their phones and pop culture anymore. But the much debated decision to lower the franchise to the age of 16 showed that, when given a topic they feel passionate about, teenagers can be highly interested in politics: Roughly 100.000 16 and 17 year olds registered for the referendum – 80% of those in their age group eligible to vote. What is even more surprising is that this is the age group that supported independence the most, as 79% of them voted ‘yes’.

Yes, the referendum may be over. But whatever the individual’s personal choice was, much more relevant to the future will be how Scotland and its people behave in the future. The outcome has shown how passionately the Scottish feel about their country, especially the upcoming generation. This is their chance to change the dynamics. If the political activism is kept up – the population rallying for their opinions and beliefs and putting the government under pressure – the idea of a more autonomous Scotland, independent in many things from Westminster but nonetheless part of a

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E&T

Entertainment & Technology

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Welcome to another year at GCU. As this term begins it is time for me to take up my role as the new entertainment and technology editor for The Edit. I am very excited for the year ahead as with a brand new team of keen writers we are all hoping to launch a new era for the magazine and make it into the best it has ever been.

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As I am in charge of this section I wanted to share with you all my ideas for the forthcoming academic year and give you a flavour of the type of things to expect in my section. Entertainment and technology is a brand new section to The Edit this year and I am glad to be the first editor to tackle it as in my opinion

there are a vast range of things you will be able to cover and it can be made into a very enjoyable section to read and write for.

First of all I want to address the entertainment side. I am looking to bring a real variety of entertainment aspects to the section. I want to cover showbiz and celebrity news, one of my particular favourite topics. Yes, maybe not as gritty as some of the hard news we will be covering but who doesn’t want to read about celebrity gossip! I also want to cover television, films and theatre. These can be in the form of reviews or feature pieces commenting on issues and future plans in the entertainment industry.

Secondly, in regards to the technology side I want to look at today’s digital

age and focus on up and coming technology and how we, as students see technology as a whole. Do we need it, or is it getting out of hand?

Most importantly, the one thing I want this section to be is light hearted! Yes, we can still address the real issues but in a roundabout way that brings something more amusing and entertaining to read also. I want this to be a section for those students who are maybe under a lot of stress and want to escape for ten minutes and read something upbeat and carefree- something to help take their troubles away.

I am sure with my hard work as entertainment and technology editor I can achieve all these things and make this section flourish.

TO NEW BEGINNINGS!Amy McDonald

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’The Riot Club’ - a film adapted from Laura Wade’s play ‘Posh’ about the frivolous and hedonistic ways of a fictional Oxford University secret male society and their ill-fated term dinner at a village pub. Lone Scherfig’s directing shines throughout in the film and the cast’s portrayals do have a strong effect on the audience, especially Sam Claflin as Alistair Ryle.

Claflin’s skillful portrayal of Alistair leaves you with a slight bittersweet taste in your mouth it’s THAT gratingly on the money. As one of the films leading protagonists coming from a ridiculously privileged background, he feels it is time the upper class stop apologizing for being wealthy and entitled and with the aid of Wade’s

cutting script he is ultimately branded with the ‘I Hate That Guy’ label from the audience. Sam Reid also excels in his successful portrayal of Hugo Fraser-Tyrwhitt - one of the more senior members of the club who shows a particular attraction to Max Irons’ Miles Richards, the film’s other leading man.

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The idea for the film may seem outdated to some and a misrepresentation, yet, as I sat in the cinema watching ‘The Riot Club’ a five minute walk away St. Georges Square had been descended upon by masses; physically assaulting and verbally abusing each other over the Scottish independence referendum and the outcome of the vote. As Laura Wade’s ‘Riot Club’ bears a striking

resemblance to the ‘Bullingdon Club’ - an elite club at Oxford University with former members including the current Prime Minister, the Mayor of London and the Chancellor of the Exchequer - it did make me think about the independence referendum even more and how “in a few years’ time, these boys will be behind some very big desks” as the film brazenly points out.

‘The Riot Club’ may perhaps be over-the-top, fictitious and twenty years too late but I still couldn’t help but feel somewhat bitter as I left the cinema that Friday night. Not as a result of the referendum, I’m overwhelmed so many people actually got involved, but due to the antics being displayed on the silver screen (as well as off) and knowing fine

‘THE RIOT CLUB’ REVIEW Ashlie Smart

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well it’s not that far from reality; whether it be now or two decades ago.

The characters portrayed are a minority, yes. I do not think everyone associated with Oxford or the upper classes all have the same perspective or demeanor. But, there shouldn’t be a place in today’s society for this behaviour; there never should have been in the first place. So-called ‘football hooligans’, ‘chavs’ and ‘NEDs’, the people causing disruption and havoc in Glasgow City Centre on the night of the referendum result aren’t tolerated, so why is this?

The film is a prime example of why people should keep on voting, no matter the reason. It’s not about Yes and No or Scotland vs England; it’s about stopping behaviour and attitudes this like from entering the world of politics and assuming thrones of infamy.

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Overall, the film does cause some reflection from the audience; whether the film is a bygone idea or not (we all have different opinions), all I’ll say is - we have all crossed paths with at least one person in life

whose beliefs aren’t that far off from those of ‘The Riot Club’s’ Alistair Ryle.

I definitely recommend people go see ‘The Riot Club’ as - politics aside - it is an entertaining film and the cast all do their characters justice. Although, it is a must-see if you think the seven social classes of the UK is just a myth.

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On the 23rd of August 2014, there was talk of a declaration of an ‘Independent State of Eyebrows’ being set up on earth. As with all ‘brows’ there are differences, between highbrow and lowbrow, natural or HD brows, and even those that seem to have a mind of their own.

It may have escaped your notice, but your eyebrows are not about to declare themselves independent, even if your hands voted for it. To ‘get’ the above reference you have to be a Whovian, and even then you may have missed it!

In the Doctor Who series premier, ‘Deep Breath’ Peter Capaldi, in one of his

opening monologues as The Doctor proclaimed his eyebrows were so unpredictable and emotive they were setting up their own independent country. This was a witty repartee on the part of fellow Scot and show runner Steven Moffat, and well delivered by the undeniably Scottish Capacity.

INDEPENDENT EYEBROWSLiam Bruce

Photography By Ivaylo Andreev

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At a time when the polls where narrowing this ‘wee joke’ in the series premier of the world’s longest running Sci Fi show brought our own little indyref to the worlds eyes, but for only a moment before they returned to the mystery of the cremated dinosaur.

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The return of ‘Who’ brought with it the debut of Capaldi as the doctor. Fans were sceptical; some were saying they couldn’t understand him. As a fan I say he is perfect for the part and that they must learn to understand. Other, shallower fans complain there is now a lack of ‘eye candy’ on the BBC’s flagship show, but I say the actor fits the character perfectly, and portrays him flawlessly, all else

is superfluous, shallow drivel that is scarcely worth discussion.

The opener was far from perfect however, as the writing was a little sketchy at times, and some of the production values, especially those CG elements left a lot to be desired. This fan also questions the setting, for a new actor and a new start for the show, why was it necessary to return to Victorian London and to the old gang of Vastra, Jenny and Strax?

AND THEN the BBC’s complaint of the week, complaints of a lesbian lizard kiss in a science fiction. How dare they! How dare they try and fool our young female into kissing female lizards! Something must be done! Incidentally complaints were made, but common sense prevailed and no action

was taken!

Overall ‘Deep Breath’ was good but certainly not worth an individual Blu-ray purchase. But as the series is evolving, more intriguing questions are being asked, and more terrifying monsters are being unveiled. Particular emphasis seems to be on Clara Oswald, with Jenna Coleman playing her beautifully!

Highlights of the series so far include the inside of a Dalek and a glimpse into the Doctors childhood and psyche, but top of the list is this troublesome ‘Missy’, I shall not contribute to the rumour mill, except to say Missy – Mistress – Master? Who knows? Well hopefully the whovians by the end of the series.

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ARTS & CULTURE IntroKieran Llywellyn Thomas

Art and Culture are not the first words that

spring to mind when one thinks of Glasgow;

yet it is perhaps only the bohemian behemoth London

that is producing more Artist in Britain.

Here at the Edit this year we want to give

Arts & Culture the content is deserves

bringing you the very best of the Glasgow art,

theatre and literature scenes.

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Stew Bryden Interview Stephan Lister

This is the work of Stewart Bryden a Glasgow based photographer.

I sat down and had a coffee catch up with him as he reflected on his time spent in New York with Ryan McGinley, bohemian lifestyle and talks about his recent work with Harris Tweed, Rains DK and experience as the official photographer at the Scottish Fashion Awards.

What is your background and how did you get in to photography?

When I was younger I always wanted to be an artist. I used to draw the covers of my VHS tapes. I liked the idea of being an adventurer and moving from country to bands and toured. Went back and did a portfolio course in Kilmarnock, built up an arts portfolio and then applied to college to do photography on the off chance and got in. I gained my Honours degree and from then photography has become an obsession. I live photography. It’s wild.

What has been the highlight of your career so far?

This year has been the highlight. I went full time freelance in January and since then it’s just grown to be what it is now and it’s still early days and doing some rad stuff like I was part of the Radio 1 fashion academy. I was a judge for the herald fashion awards. I was the official photographer for the Scottish fashion awards. I shot the likes of Vivienne Westwood and David Ghandi. I shot for rad people like Harris Tweed. Getting to shoot and create new and fresh stuff everyday and have people warm to these images all the time those are the highlights so far.

How did you land the internship with Ryan McGinley and how was it?

I finished university and was like ‘what the f*** am I gonna do now’. I emailed New York photographer Ryan McGinley and showed him some portfolio work and got invited over to have an interview. I saved up all my money for a month and headed to New York, had the interview and months later found out I was successful. I saw how the industry worked with Ryan and that is what ignited my passion for photography. He embodies it. The coolest thing I have ever heard was when Ryan was getting interviewed for ITALIAN VOGUE and he was asked ‘Do you consider yourself a photographer or an artist and Ryan said “Dude, I was born a f***ing artist’. That has stuck with me ever since. Here is me, some daft young lad that has stumbled through life as a bohemian and I got the opportunity to go to New York to work with Ryan. Of course I was gonna take it!

If you weren’t a photographer, what would be?

A lot of people have asked me this recently. Before I was a photographer I have always been a musician, playing in bands, touring the UK, toured with some rad bands like You Me At Six, Gallows, Rise Against, right near the bands end I went to college and discovered photography. It would always be something creative, can’t handle a 9-5, doesn’t sit well with me. The whole idea of what society expects of you baffles me, but that is a whole other story could get deep into that! I don’t think I could ever settle.

What is your dream photography job? Who or what would you love to shoot?

I wanna keep aiming high. It would be sick to shoot my style for the likes of Dior. If I’m not going to keep pushing for the highest then what is the point? If people have an interesting look and want photographed I will photograph them… for a fee! It would be nice to take a portrait of McGinley.

So what are your thoughts on the creative buzz around Glasgow at the moment?

It’s cool right? It’s nice to be a part of it and maybe even be like a figure head that people turn to and say “he’s doing something’. There is so much happening! The creative buzz is sick man. The buzz right now is good and it is Glasgow making a point. It is the creative HUB. We are rivalling London for artists. It’s awesome.

What advice would you give a young photographer trying to break into the industry?

Perseverance. There’s gonna be dark days, days where there is no work coming in. Start shooting for free. Develop your own style, attend events and network. It’s all about getting your foot in the door I guess.

Any exciting projects in the pipeline?

Rains DK Clothing images are about to be published. Ayrshire magazine is about to be published. Shooting for the brand Bloody Mary Metal and Harris Tweed stuff just got released. I’m busy and creating everyday. Which is exactly what I want to be doing and it truly is awesome.

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Contemporary ArtIsabelle Gajo

“Your perception of touch, temperature,

movement and feelings are altered in this

playful and mysterious journey through the

mind” reads the leaflet of Joshua Payne’s “Out

of Body” exhibition at the Centre of

Contemporary Arts (CCA), filling the

audience in the waiting room with anticipation

and excitement.

A varied group consisting of stylish tall

men sitting on chairs with their legs crossed,

an elder woman and what seemed like art

students all gather for one mutual interest: art. The interesting

blend of the few people creates an immediate intimate and private

atmosphere among the group, with only a limited amount of

people entering every half hour.

Guests, or rather explorers, enter a dim

lit chill-out lounge upon arrival before

entering different dimensions with the so called “periscope

visors”. Joshua Payne is a multimedia

artist, not only active as a composer and

sound designer but also DJ and dance

performer. He slowly approaches and

stimulates the guest’s auditory, visual and kinaesthetic (touch) sense in the lounge by playing soothing

electronic beats which fill the room, while the audience rests

bare foot on bean bags watching a projection

of psychedelic moving images on the wall. The

auditory sense is not only agitated through

music but also speech. The organiser’s choice

of communication is in short but effective

figure of speech, wishing guests an

exciting “adventure” once having fastened

the handmade designed “periscope visors” on their heads. An

integrated mirror in the device changes the

relation to space and perspective. Payne is offering a special

experience from a different point of view

in combination with sounds, smells and

setting. Settings, or the so called dimensions,

such as nature or an old fashioned room, make the experience

unforeseen and almost dream-like. It is the

unexpected that also plays with our minds. “The experiences I’m

looking to provide are immediate, alerting

and engrossing ones,” Payne explains in the Out of Body booklet.

Out of Body is part of the Cryptic Nights

programme at the CCA, introducing up-and-

coming artists with inventive and original

concepts and art, breaking new grounds.

The slogan “Stay curious...” foreshadows

every event to be an experience and

maybe, as in this case, a performance by the

guest themselves.

“Out of Body - A sensory psychedelic playground”

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Over the course of this year, our music section will provide you with interviews, features, reviews, and a guide to all you need to know about Glasgow’s music scene; from the best new bands, the coolest venues, or albums and songs you might like to check out.

Been to a great gig lately? Tell us about it! In a band? Playing a gig? Let us know!

The Edit’s music section will be here to help you navigate your way through all the incredible music this city has to offer. Check it out!

WELCOME TO THE MUSIC SECTION!

Gillian Thomson

WELCOME TO THE MUSIC SECTION!

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BEARTOOTHINTERVIEW

Gillian Thomson

We spoke to Caleb Shomo of Beartooth, as the band got ready to rock The Cathouse on their first UK headline tour promoting their new album, Disgusting.

How’s the tour going?It’s going great, way better than I expected it to be, honestly. I didn’t really know what to expect. I mean this is our first time headlining over here so it’s kind of just “I guess we’ll come over and see what happens” and every show’s sold really well, everyone’s had a really good time.

Have you noticed any differences between American audiences and British audiences?So far, compared to our previous shows, they seem to sing a whole lot louder, which is cool. Every show seems like they’ve been crazier than most of the shows I’ve ever played, it’s great.

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Photography By Gillian Thomson

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Radio Caley was the host of a ‘Freshers’ acoustic music gig in the Student’s Association on the 17th September. The bill featured some brilliant artists each performing their own material.

First up to the stage was Radio Caley’s very own Mikey Smith; “I’ve not played in a wee while so it was nice to share my lovely miserable songs with some freshers. From a playing point of view, I think it’s always quite good to get out and play your stuff. You always find more stuff live. From a student’s point of view, I think that these things have always been quite good. It’s quite nice to go and have a beer and listen to some nice music.”

Next it was the turn of Matt Comley, he said: “It’s really great for new artists to get a chance to

showcase their own songs and their talents. I grew up in a musical family, my dad played guitar; it’s always been a thing in my life. I have an EP kind of on its way. I’ve got five tracks that I’m really excited about. Hopefully, by the end of the year I’ll have an EP out.”

One of the acts, Manuel Corsetti, was broadcasted playing live from the Student’s Association on STV Glasgow. He spoke to us about how it felt to be playing live on television. “It was great, if you were me you would have felt my ears burning because of all the blood and the fear just before going on. I played a really old Spanish song, very very famous, but nobody over here really knows it. Ed Sheeran was the reason why I started, but I get influenced by a lot of people, even Eminem.

I started playing electric guitar when I was 11, believe it or not I used to play heavy metal. I still play every now and then, but I really enjoy acoustic stuff.”

Last but not least, Matt Spicer was up with some great songs to end the night played on a very impressive hand painted guitar. He added: “It’s a good cultural experience listening to music. I think people miss that. I grew up listening to my dad playing music; Cat Stevens and Bob Dylan, things like that. Even people like Ray Charles, I love that whole music freedom. I’ve got an EP coming out in January, I’ve not relesed an official date yet, but probably about January time. I’m playing at the ‘Glasgow’s Finest’ gig on the 30 October at the ABC, it’s going to be fun.”

RADIO CALEYFRESHERS GIG

Gillian Thomson

RADIO CALEY FRESHERS GIG

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AS I pondered over what to write in my first article as Fashion Editor of the Edit, I realized that I was caught up on making the right impression. This got me thinking. First impressions are extremely important especially in print journalism. If the pages aren’t inviting then no one will want to read the content featured on them. Therefore it is essential that we grab our readers’ attention and I want the fashion pages to do exactly that.

The pages should be bursting with colourful images, unusual tutorials and the latest trends. Be creative with your articles; make them relatable but different to anything

else out there. Do not be afraid to think outside the box but at the same time working from inspiration can also be wonderful.

If you think fashion articles are purely based on upcoming styles then your wrong. In the new Edit there should be fashion articles that reflect what is happening in the world and are relatable to everyone.

So if you think that you can create unique, inspiring and fashion forward articles then I would love for you to be part of my team!

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The Yes and No campaigns to the Scottish Independence have been the hot topic in the couple last weeks and months. A rejection of the independence referendum has been announced on Friday September 19th when 55% of the voters decided to stay in the United Kingdom rather than the 45% who wanted the independence for Scotland.

This has also been a moving time for the fashion industry. Many British designers and retailers voiced their opinions in interviews and even on the runway. The British Fashion Council, supporter of the No campaign, encouraged to vote against the referendum as, according to the BFC and British Vogue’s Editor Alexandra Shulman: “[they] have had great success in promoting British talents and British businesses” and that “it would be a real shame to exclude Scotland from that.”

Fashion retailers have also been concerned of the outcome of the votes, due to the expected change in economy in case of an independent Scotland. Expressing his distress to the London Evening Standard Simon Wolfson, CEO of Next, stated: “I’m worried what happens after independence. I’m worried about three things: currency, taxes and jobs. Whatever currency comes in Scotland, it’s likely to be weaker than the one they’ve got, and that is likely to push up prices.” Concern has also been spoken out by Sir Charlie Mayfield, chairman at John Lewis, who warned prior to poll results that an independent Scotland may increase prices, as trading within parts of Scotland costs more money.

But the world of fashion doesn’t only speak unity and “No, Thanks” to the referendum; many designers have

showed their opinion and outspoken their wishes for Scotland. English fashion designer and businesswoman Vivienne Westwood openly shared her opinion at the London Fashion Week last week when she set a statement with “Yes” badges pinned to her models’ garments. Westwood even distributed her own written statement on the audience’s seats, on which she wrote: “I am so excited. Fingers crossed they will win. Because if they do, it could be the turning point towards a better world. They could lead by example.” Applauding to Scotland’s financial and academic system, Westwood concludes: “I hate England. I like Scotland because somehow I think they are better than we are. They are more democratic.”

Other designers such as Giorgio Armani shared their opinion rather inconspicuously by incorporating it into his youth-orientated line Emporio Armani collection summer and fall 2015. “It is time to reassess, to dress the women who we find around us, not just those who fit the extreme trends” said the Italian Designer backstage at the Milan Fashion Week on September 18th. Just like the colour of the Scottish flag, Armani used a lot of blue in his new collection along with modern and shiny looking PVC material and hip acknowledging cuts. “Blue has a different softness, it is less dictating.” A hint of Yes to independence coming from Armani!

Regardless of the enthusiastic Yes campaigning, Scotland has voted against the independence and therefore remains in the United Kingdom. Nevertheless we will all be going through change; hopefully for the better.

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FASHION IN TIME OF CHANGE

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6. Play around with patterns: With the onslaught of patterns hitting the runway this season, now is a good time to play around. The mixing of pattern not only make for a visually interesting combination, but will also make you stand out in the crowd.

7. Rock it up a little: If cute and cozy isn’t your thing, rock things up with a bit of faux leather, whether it be a jacket or some boots or fur lined. Layer it up with other fabrics to bring a bit of edginess to you cool ensemble.

8. Bag it up: The new school year is now underway, why not go back in style with a new bag. Backpacks and satchels have made there way back in to the “in” trend this year. Don’t be afraid to go bold with your purchase, a splash of colour can go a long way.

9. It’s all in the boots: Autumn is the time for boots,be very girls loves a pair of boots. Boots are a versatile fashion that goes with pretty much anything. This season is the season of the ankle boots, these pretty little numbers come in a range of fall colours from tan to grey, as well as materials from leather to suede making, the ideal partner to your fall collection.

10.Plaid and Simple: Plaid pattern is an all round fashion trend, the multitude of colours available make it a great addition to you wardrobe, mixing plaid with a pair of jeans or with your favourite dress will give you a pop of colour to your cool clothing combination.

1. Unleash your wild side: Autumn is the season of the animal print, whether you want to be fierce with a leopard spot or you’re daring to show off your stripes, now is the season to do it. If you dare to be bold, an animal print jumper would definitely do the trick, but if bold is not your style a scarf or head and is definitely the way to go.

2. Bring out your inner Boho: A big trend on the fashion runways this year is the introduction of Aztec, Bohemian and tribal prints all in par with the fall colours. Printed jacket or Cape not your thing? Try a fringed bag or a printed scarf.

3. Go chunky: Now is the season for knitwear, whilst you may not want to go head-to-toe knitwear as displayed on the catwalk, a oversized wooly jumper is definitely the in thing this season and will definitely do the trick for the cold nights or early mornings.

4. Stay cool in the cold: Autumn is the season of cooler colours. Staying in the colour spectrum of brown, reds, yellow to more neutral colours of beiges and greys is the way to go this season. Make a statement with a pop of yellow to go with that grey sweater.

5. Lay on the layers: Layer a blouse under a sweater? Mix some leggings with boot socks? Tis the season for layers, the mixtures of layer makes for a cute and cozy autumn look this season.

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Get InvolvedAngus Macgregor

From the shrill shot of the starter’s gun, to the gentle swing of a nine-iron, to the furious roar of a formula one engine- the world of sport is so varied. So much to watch, so much to enjoy- and so much to write about.

For this section of #TheEdit I want to include many different aspects of sport: none too unusual! If you want to write about a top-of-the-bill boxing match in Las Vegas, feel free. If you’re part of the GCU surf club and you want to wow readers into joining you amongst the waves, this is your platform. I don’t want anyone to feel like their contribution wouldn’t be suitable.Scotland is an incredible hub for sporting activity and especially in 2014, there are so many events and opportunities to write about- right on our doorstep. As well as the wonderful Commonwealth games in the summer and the exhilarating Ryder Cup we’ve just seen in Gleneagles, there are many world class events taking place in and around Glasgow over the next few months including: fencing championships, British Athletics competitions, Premier League Darts, World Cup gymnastics and European Open Judo. The point is- if you’re interested in it, we’ll be interested! And if you’re unsure what to do write about, just get in touch as there’s plenty going on that I can point you in the direction of. The one thing I aim to avoid is football, simply because it is covered by EVERYONE and I want to give #TheEdit sport it’s own little niche. Also, with football, news becomes old news very quickly and it’s not a sport which suits monthly publications.

I hope that you enjoy reading this section over the course of the year and if you’re an ambitious sports writer or just someone who’s passionate about a sport, send in your pieces or get in touch.

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THE RIDER CUPCameron Rae

The Ryder Cup...the most unique competition in the golfing calendar. For three days every two years, the best 24 players players from America and Europe come together to do battle in what can only be described as golfing madness. The stereotypical image of golf is upper class crowds, who tip-toe around and politely murmur their appreciation occasionally. The Ryder Cup is so far removed from this image. Fans dress up in silly costumes, sing songs dedicated to players (this year’s hits included ‘Kaymer Chameleon’ and ‘Bjorn in the USA’) and players are pumped up by their play and feed off the adrenaline provided by the fans.

The home favourite for this year’s event was rookie Stephen Gallacher who clinched his place on the team by securing a wildcard. With the Ryder Cup being played in Scotland, the home of golf, it seemed fitting that there was a Scotsman playing in the event. However, Gallacher’s dream of playing in the competition

was slightly soured as he only played two games and lost in both of them. To be fair to the European Tour card player, one of the games he lost was against one of the games greats Phil Mickelson who he lost to 3 & 1 in the singles.

To not claim a point will be disappointing for Gallacher but he comes away from the tournament with more experience and he can take great heart by even being a part of this wonderful Team Europe. He has hit a rich vein of form in the last 18 months or so, winning the Omega Dubai Desert Classic in both 2013 and 2014, his first Tour wins since 2004. For a man who has had an average golf career, this experience will be one which will live for him for the rest of his life. If only he could have secured a point!

However, the show was stolen by two of his fellow rookie team-mates. Little known Victor Dubuisson and Jamie Donaldson who were two of team Europe’s stand-out performers, with the latter claiming the vital

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point that retained the trophy for the Europeans. Both players only lost one game throughout the weekend, despite both making their debuts in the competition. If Gallacher succumbed to the pressure of the weekend, Dubuisson and Donaldson both thrived on it. Nothing encapsulated this more than the magical moment on the 15th when Donaldson hit a world class wedge shot to clinch the point which won the prestigious trophy for the Europeans.

That is what the Ryder Cup does; it can make an unknown player, an instant name within a strike of a golf ball. Players will head back to the usual drone of constantly fine tuning their games day in, day out. However, it’ s the memories of the week of chaos the players spent together at Gleneagles, that will drive them on to continue to improve as they go back to their “normal!” lives, hoping that maybe one day, they will be able to experience a Jamie Donaldson moment.

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“People. Place. Passion.”Kierran Allardice

Rarely has there been such a fitting motto for any event. The three P’s were the motto for Glasgow 2014 and a motto which was delivered in terrific fashion. I don’t think anyone, not even Alex Salmond, could have imagined on 9th November 2007 (the day Glasgow won the rights to host city for the 2014 Commonwealth Games) what a spectacle it would produce seven years later.People; without the athletes, the officials, the spectators, the tourists and most of all, the Clyde-siders, Glasgow 2014 would not have been possible. For eleven days the eyes of the world were focussed on Glasgow and its people did not disappoint. From a rainy day at Kelvingrove bowling green to a highly-entertaining evening at Ibrox stadium, a wait at the train station or a walk down Buchanan Street, passion was in the air and the atmosphere was electric. There was not a frown to be seen. The spectators filled the stadiums and arenas with noise and passion. The athletes gave us entertainment and excellence. The Clyde-siders were there to represent the Games and everything they stood for, something all 15,000 did diligently. It’s true what the campaign says; “People Make Glasgow” and people made Glasgow 2014.

Place; Glasgow has always been a magnificent city and always will be but there was something about the Games that seemed to give it that little extra magnificence. While the city is full of older architecture like the Kelvingrove Museum, the backdrop for the lawn bowls, it was the newer, modern structures that caught the eye during the Games . The Emirates Arena and Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome breathed a new lease of life into the city’s east end housing the track cycling and badminton, while the SSE Hydro wowed with its luminous outside panels and spaceship-like shape for the gymnastics, boxing and netball.

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Place; Glasgow has always been a

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