Turning the tables east
Culture appropriation and the lack of Asian representation are highlighted at their finest when Asian culture is borrowed or stolen by western fashion designers, film directors and singers under the guise of “making art and pop culture”. In another parallel
Fashion is fluid – A look into genderless dressing
A look into the world of reversed gender roles and genderfluidity within fashion as the fashion industry evolves - with a different take on traditional roles of males and females. Challenging the thought that the male needs to propose and
Dopamine dressing: style your happiness this summer
Brighter mood, brighter weather, and brighter clothes: that’s what summers are all about! As the weather changes, so do our wardrobes, and every wardrobe needs some seasonal staples, no matter the time of year! Summer 2022 is fast approaching, time to
The modern twist on the blazer
Blazers have always been a popular choice of clothing since they began to emerge in the early 19th century, with an air of business and smartness surrounding them but recently, oversized blazers have become a fashion favourite, especially amongst young
Street style: Green and comfy
Green is now a colour you will literally see on celebrities and models this spring summer. The dark shades of green paired with black is becoming a trend, and here at Fashion North, we show you how to get comfortable
The general public of Newcastle show off their stylish varsity wear
The varsity look is comfortable, versatile, and the perfect casual wear for a day out. A varsity jacket, sweater or T-shirt makes a great addition to any wardrobe, and they go with everything! We went out onto the streets of
Denim street style in Durham: Skinny OUT, baggy IN
Baggy jeans are the new latest trend on the high street as seen on many celebs such as Kendall Jenner off-duty look and Rihanna. Street style is always about looking and feeling amazing which means you’re comfortable. As people are slowly
Street Style: The Dr. Martens of Durham
Dr. Martens is known as one of the most versatile footwear companies around – from the original, trustworthy work boots in the 1960s to the fashionable shoes, sandals, and boots - we all know and love today. Here at Fashion North,
Out-of-this-world: intergalactic dressing is in
In 2022, dressing how you like is easier than ever, and interstellar fashion is guaranteed to get you looks - take it from someone who thinks ‘alien’ is a compliment! Fashion has always had rules. Don’t wear blue and black. Never mix metals. “Before
Do your favourite fashion brands truly understand gender neutral clothing or are they pushing their ‘agender’?
Are fashion brands really trying to convince us that sweatpants and oversized hoodies are cutting edge by sticking a gender friendly label on them? We dive into the world of gender-neutral fashion. Unisex clothing has been around since the 1960’s,
Met Gala 2022: Seven red carpet looks that actually fitted the theme
The Met Gala, often affectionately dubbed fashion's biggest night out, is quite possibly the high point of the fashion calendar, especially for those who aren't attending every fashion week. The first Monday in May is a stylish, artistic free-for-all that
The top three most memorable looks from the Grammys 2022
Early this April, the MGM Grand Garden Arena welcomed celebrities in the music industry for the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. Certain celebrities went that extra mile to make the event memorable, especially on the red carpet. 3. BTS The South Korean K-pop