Jennifer Anistons viral ‘Salmon Sperm’ trend started with the K-beauty industry
The Korean beauty industry has boomed, and a viral trend has taken over social media. Now we can get ‘Salmon Sperm’ facials, injections and even skincare products to achieve youthful skin. I have asked a professional aesthetician all about the ‘salmon
Beyoncé’s textured bob marks the ultimate social shift for 2026
After declaring 2026 the ‘year of the bob’ following her Super Bowl cut, Isabel Coxon Vadillo looks at what the trend says about today’s social climate. As someone with thick hair, cutting it into a bob was more than just following
Beauty Flat-lay Challenge: My 2026 Favourites So Far
In our style challenge module, we got tasked to produce beauty flat-lays with a theme of our choice. I decided to go for my favourite products of February. I thought about which products I used the most but also what
My Favourite Flatlays: A Collection of Things I Love
Fashion North’s social media editor, Isabel Vadillo, captures a flatlay revealing the little things that reflect her personality and what she loves most. I thought I’d use this flatlay photoshoot brief as a chance to show a little more of me,
My Favourite Summer Products: Flat Lays Inspiration
For today's styling challenge, I decided to create some cute and colourful flat lay photographs of my favourite summer items. As the weather has started to warm up in recent days after months of freezing winter weather, I have gotten more
Pretty ‘n’ Pink: how to style a fashion flatlay
Cozy Chic. I went for a pink and cozy vibe pairing items from my room with a pink knitted cardigan to add to this cozy aesthetic. What's in my bag? I paired all the essential items I would usually take out with me
Glow-Up for 2026: Five Beauty Tips to Have in Your Daily Routine
Starting a new year is the perfect time for perfecting beauty routines and glowing-up. January and February feels slow, and they last for eternity, so they are the best months to develop a healthy life-style and find some good skincare
From the States to Sunderland: Hairstylist Amanda Reece’s Journey
Amanda and Jonathan Pickup. Meet Amanda Reece, an American professional stylist from Tucson, Arizona, who has been living in Sunderland for the past four years after falling in love with an Englishman. When his visa application to the States was declined
Beamish, hair and history: what do current hair trends tell us about society in 2025?
Getting a 1950s hairdo at Beamish Museum reminded me that hair can tell us much about the era it’s thriving in - so what does modern hair reveal? As she sculpts my hair into pin curls and a chignon bun, Zoe
Meet Kate Smith, the Sunderland hairdresser defying the odds
Meet Kate Smith, owner of “Hair By Kate Smith” located within The Black Door Hairdressing Emporium in Sunderland, part of Mackies Corner. Katie is a vibrant, energetic 20-year-old, self-employed stylist, specialising in all aspects of colour & extensions. She qualified over
Hailey Bieber’s Viral ‘Rhode’ Skincare Has Come To The North East’s Metrocentre
Sephora in the Metrocentre has introduced the viral skincare brand Rhode, by Hailey Bieber. Rhode is a skincare and beauty brand most famous for its minimalist properties, which is not a surprise as Hailey Bieber is the 'clean girl' queen. As
LOOKFANTASTIC Advent Calendar 2025: Is It Worth It?
LOOKFANTASTIC's famous advent calendar is defrosting, securing bigger and better goodies each year. Will 2025's edition live up to the hype or should we be looking for the next 'it' calendar? View this post on Instagram A post shared by LOOKFANTASTIC (@lookfantastic) This