Escapism: Using reading to get away from reality
It's reading in which you can travel anywhere in the world, to any time you please, be anyone and do anything, all from the comfort of your bed. “Books give a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to
Could New EU Regulations Change Fashion For the Better?
The EU’s ban on destroying unsold stock will come into effect on July 19, 2026, for larger businesses, with smaller businesses following in 2030, but how is this going to affect the UK? Under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR),
Margot Robbie’s Wuthering Heights wardrobe divides nations with inaccuracies.
How important should historical costume accuracy be in tv and film? Have you ever been sat watching a period drama and thought to yourself, “Surely, they didn’t wear that during that period.” or “Why has she got a smoky eye, this
Flatlays: My everyday beauty must haves
As a girl with wavy hair, I firmly believe that hair care is just as important as skincare, especially after years and years of getting my hair chemically straightened, my hair is begging for some care. I try to use products
Style Challenge: Day vs Night
The lines tend to blur when it comes to what I wear during the day and on a night, and I feel like my outfits are quite versatile and could be worn for either. Here are my current favourite outfits to
Styling household items: Bin Bag Chic
This week's styling challenge was all about being creative and using household items to create outfits. I used two pink bin bags to create a two-piece set that's perfect for summer: a halterneck top with ties at the back and a
What I Wore to University Today
Styling Challenge: What I wore to university today. My personal style My style has (and probably still will) evolve as a get older, I would describe it as eclectic. I like to mix and match different (sometimes contrasting) styles and adding historical
Green Heart Collective on Tackling Textile Waste
Every year, across the world, we produce around 92 million tonnes of textile waste. This is set to increase to 134 million tonnes by 2030, if people don’t start taking action. The overproduction and overconsumption of clothes are two major factors
A Christmas Gift Guide for the Alt Girls
With the festive season upon us, shopping (or asking) for the right present can be stressful; it can be hard to think of ideas of what you or someone else might want, especially if they have a unique style. Fashion North
The Story Behind Houghton Le Spring’s New Pre-Loved Clothing Shop
On Saturday October 25, Madame Cheap Chic opened its doors for the first time, after being exclusively online for 6 years. Madame Cheap Chic is an independent shop that sells new and pre-loved goods, with the goal of items being priced
How to get Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ look this Halloween.
Taylor Swift has released her brand-new album ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ just in time for us to recreate her glamorous looks for this Halloween. We may not have the same luxurious budget as Taylor, but we can sparkle just
Casual Street Style: Comfy and Practical
From baggy jeans and docs to oversized jackets and trainers, being comfortable seems to be the go-to when out for the day in Newcastle, whether that’s a day of shopping or just grabbing a coffee. Oversized Jackets: Mia, Stylist. Mia would describe her