Anne T. Donahue

pop music

Why Was 2000s Pop Such an Anomaly?

Things were very different for pop stars during the cultural bubble of 2002-2009. What changed? And what happens for those who made their name then, but want to continue their fame now?
Anne T. Donahue
10.1.17
Essays

A Love Letter to Harry Styles's Fashion, a Small Beacon of Hope the World Needs

In the post-1D world, Harry's style is a silver lining.
Anne T. Donahue
5.8.17
What I Learned About Style…

What I Learned About Style From Christina Aguilera’s “Genie in a Bottle”

If you're dressed like this maybe someone will rub you the right way…
Anne T. Donahue
5.8.15
Style Stage

Ten Music Videos from the 90s That Predicted S/S 2015 Fashion

Turns out the great design visionaries behind Moschino, Givenchy, Chloe, Pucci, Chanel, and more have all been watching Shania Twain videos for inspiration.
Anne T. Donahue
2.4.15
Remembering Things

How Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” Changed the Festive Music Game

This song is 20 years old. Bow down bitches.
Anne T. Donahue
12.23.14
Remembering Things

Ten Years Later: Rating 'Destiny Fulfilled'

It's been 10 years since Destiny's Child dropped their last LP. Let us remember; let us reflect, on 'Destiny Fulfilled.'
Anne T. Donahue
11.19.14
Style Stage

Face It: S Club 7 Is Responsible for the Way We Dress Now

Coming to terms with all of the trends they started.
Anne T. Donahue
11.8.14
What I Learned About Style…

What I Learned About Style from Lily Allen's "Smile"

The video that justifies wearing running shoes with everything, and buying every necklace you see.
Anne T. Donahue
11.1.14
The Score

The Score: Mapping the Music and Style of 'Save the Last Dance'

The movie that gave us one of the best soundtracks of the early aughts—and one of the worst protagonists.
Anne T. Donahue
10.25.14
The Score

The Score: Mapping the Music and Style of 'Reality Bites'

Welcome to the winter of our discontent.
Anne T. Donahue
10.19.14
What I Learned About Style…

What I Learned About Style From Jennifer Lopez's “Feelin’ So Good”

The video that confirmed all of our style choices as kids and teens were right.
Anne T. Donahue
10.11.14
style

A Pop Video Is Nothing Without Backup Dancers

We take a look at all of the dancers who helped make the artist.
Anne T. Donahue
10.4.14
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