Marena Bronson

Marena is an award-winning journalist and freelance writer based in San Diego, California. She has covered everything from breaking news and politics, to lifestyle, entertainment, and pop culture for a variety of broadcast outlets, print and online publications, and websites. Her work has been featured in The Hollywood Reporter, IDW Publishing's Full Bleed, vol. 2, and The San Antonio Express News, as well as websites like The Huffington Post, The Frisky, PopSugar, Geekfold, ComiConverse, and many others.

Currently, she is the founder and editor-in-chief of Fashion and Fandom - an entertainment website focused on covering the latest from the world of nerd fashion and pop culture.

Fashion and Fandom • 10th October 2025

Halloween 2025: The Costumes Dominating the Season

Halloween is creeping up fast, and that means one thing: it’s officially costume-hunting season. If you’re still figuring out what (or who) to dress up as, Google Trends has dropped this year’s most-searched costumes.

Fashion and Fandom • 14th July 2025

L’Ermitage Beverly Hills and Bloomingdale’s Debut “The Clueless Suite”

It’s been 30 years since movie-going audiences were first introduced to the the endlessly quotable, always fashionable, hilariously iconic 90s rom-com, Clueless. To celebrate the milestone anniversary, Paramount Pictures is teaming up with L’Ermitage Beverly Hills to create “The Clueless Suite.”

Fashion and Fandom • 11th February 2025

We've rounded up our favorite Valentine's Day Gifts for all the geeks on your shopping lists

Valentine’s Day is swiftly approaching, and if you don’t want to find yourself unprepared without the perfect gift for the pop culture enthusiasts on your lists, we’ve carefully rounded up some of our favorite collections and standout pieces to shop right now.

Fashion and Fandom • 7th February 2025

We’ve Rounded Up Some Of Our Favorite Gifts To Celebrate Galentine’s Day!

Galentine's Day is all about celebrating friendship and fun, and what better way to appreciate your besties than by giving them a little special something? Whether you're looking to buy for a pop-culture fan or a beauty enthusiast we’ve rounded up some of our favorite picks your pals will love this Galentine’s Day!

Fashion and Fandom • 2nd February 2025

Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Gives A First Look At New Princess Inspired Wedding Gowns

Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons unveiled a stunning new collection of wedding gowns fit for a princess, just in time for Valentine’s Day! The Disney Parks Blog shared a first look at some of the new designs, along with details about a nationwide boutique tour in 2025.

Fashion and Fandom • 13th January 2025

How To Help First Responders And Victims Of The Los Angeles Wildfires

As firefighters and first responders on the ground continue to push back against the horrifying LA county wildfires, there are a few things that you can do to support them and the human and animals affected. We’ve also listed a few organizations below that are offering their support that we will be updating in the days and weeks ahead.

Fashion and Fandom • 13th December 2024

We've Rounded up our favorite "Star Wars" gift ideas for all the Jedi's and Sith's on your lists!

There’s no shortage of Star Wars gifts out there to shop in these days, and you don’t even need to haggle with a Toydarian to find them! If you’re a little overwhelmed by all the options out there this holiday season don’t worry. We’ve scoured the Galaxy to bring you some of our favorite Star Wars gifts for 2024.

Fashion and Fandom • 13th November 2024

We've Rounded Up Some Of Our Favorite "Wicked" Collabs Out There To Help You Defy Gravity

With Wicked finally hitting the big screens there’s no shortage of collabs out there celebrating the arrival of the highly-anticipated film. The adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical arrives in theaters November 22, and fans have been treated to a wide range of collections inspired by the film in the month’s leading up to the film’s release.

Fashion and Fandom • 25th October 2024

Last-Minute Halloween Gift Ideas For The Pop Culture Fan In Your Life

Halloween is almost upon us, and we can’t WAIT! For some, it’s more than just costumes and candy— it’s a lifestyle. So if you’ve got a friend or family member who loves the spookiest day of the year, you’re in luck. There’s still time to grab some awesome Halloween treats that are sure to thrill every pop culture fan on your list!

Fashion and Fandom • 27th August 2024

Funko Adds New Sports-Themed Options To It’s POP! Yourself Line!

Students are heading back to school around the country, and Funko is celebrating with new sporty outfits and accessories for it’s Pop! Yourself line to help you rep your team spirit this fall! The new options include soccer, softball, and baseball-style jerseys perfect for creating a custom memento for yourself, or that special athlete in your life.

Fashion and Fandom • 20th August 2024

Some Of The Best Cosplay And DisneyBounds We Saw At The 2024 D23: Ultimate Fan Event!

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2024 may be over, but we’re still living for some of the incredible cosplay and Disneybound looks we saw throughout the weekend.

Fashion and Fandom • 10th April 2024

Give Mom The Ultimate Personalized Gift This Mother's Day With A Custom Funko Pop!

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re looking for the perfect gift how about giving mom something she’ll never forget with a custom Funko Pop! of herself. She'll love seeing her own adorable little figure, complete with her signature style and charm. It's the perfect way to show her how special she is.

Fashion and Fandom • 7th February 2024

Unique Valentine's Bouquet Ideas For The Pop Culture Fan In Your Life

Valentine’s Day is upon us, and if you’re looking for some last-minute gift ideas you can’t go wrong with bouquet. We’ve rounded up some of our pop culture favorites out there this year that are perfect for helping to make Valentine’s Day special.

Fashion and Fandom • 1st February 2024

Everything New Heading To Max In February 2024

February is here, and it’s bringing a lot of new content for Max subscribers to enjoy. Warner Bros. Discovery has announced the movies and TV shows coming to the streaming service this month, and it includes the return of several of HBO and Max’s most acclaimed series.

Fashion and Fandom • 14th December 2023

20 Fandom Stocking Stuffers For All The Nerds On Your Shopping Lists This Year

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite fandom goodies available to shop this year that are perfect stocking stuffers. Whether you’re looking for collectibles, jewelry, or games we’ve scoured some of our favorite fandom labels for pop-culture inspired gifts.

Fashion and Fandom • 13th December 2023

15 Of Our Favorite Star Wars Gift Ideas For 2023

If you’re got a Star Wars fan (or three) on your shopping lists this year there’s an entire galaxy’s worth of amazing gifts and gadgets for you to choose from this year. We've rounded up some of our favorites!

Fashion and Fandom • 12th December 2023

20 Of Our Favorite Gift Ideas For All The Marvel Fans On Your Shopping Lists In 2023

With so many options to choose from it can be tough finding the perfect gift for those Marvel fans in your life. We’ve made your holiday shopping a little easier by rounding up some of our favorite gift ideas including games, figurines, clothing, accessories, and more.

Fashion and Fandom • 6th December 2023

Star Trek Gift Ideas For All The Trekkies On Your Shopping Lists In 2023

If there’s a Trekkie on your shopping lists this holiday season finding the perfect gift can feel a little overwhelming. We’re here to help you set a course for a great gift at maximum warp.

Fashion and Fandom • 30th November 2023

15 Of Our Favorite Pop Culture-Inspired Holiday Sweaters

It’s that time of year again… time to break out all those “ugly” Christmas sweaters. As usual there’s no shortage of options out there including some fantastic pop culture and fandom-inspired designs.

Fashion and Fandom • 17th July 2023

Chatting With Ashley Eckstein About 9 Years Of The Her Universe Fashion Show, Ahsoka, And More!

The Her Universe Fashion Show is one of the highlights of San Diego Comic-Con each year. Since it’s debut in 2014, the annual event gives aspiring fashion designers the chance to showcase one-of-a-kind, geek couture designs on the runway. It’s always a treat to speak with Eckstein, who was kind enought to take the time to talk with Fashion and Fandom before the 2023 Her Universe Fashion Show.

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