Are Gen Z women redefining office fashion?
Fashion North investigates why so many young women are challenging office dress codes in favour of personal style and how this might impact their career. Women have faced challenges when dressing for work for many years, from pioneering the right to
Have Gen Z abandoned drinking culture?
Gen Z are exploring new ways to spend their free time without involving alcohol, but are they abandoning drinking culture altogether? For a long time, going to the pub or going to a bar has been the go-to way to socialise
Trend Alert: Dawdling In Dollies
Looking for your next fashion It Girl staple? Heeled Mary Janes are just what you’re looking for. Trending on TikTok and Pinterest, as well as being showcased in many Autumn/Winter catwalks, the Mary Jane shoe is the It girl of the
Easter Bank Holiday Outfit Inspiration
Spring has arrived, and this season, the high street is seeing a fresh mix of ditsy florals, timeless denim, and rich brown weaves taking centre stage. These versatile trends are perfect for curating an effortlessly chic outfit for your bank
A Countrified Spring: American Cowgirl
As this year's spring commences, so do the new fashion trends or some might say previously loved fashion trends. When the sun hits, people's inner American cowgirl appears. Seen in previous years before, the ‘cowgirl’ aesthetic has taken over the spring/summer
How to wear Pinterest Predicts Rococo Revival for 2025
Earlier this year, Pinterest released their list of trends for the year, as well as their data from most searched on their platform. They have predicted that 2025 will be a year of maximalism, with trends like “Fisherman’s Aesthetic”, “Cherry Coded”
Miffy at 70: Where to Get Your Miffy Fashion Look
This year marks 70 years of Dick Bruna’s illustrated and beloved character Miffy. Known as Nijntje in her homeland, the Netherlands, Miffy is a little white rabbit with distinctive facial features: two little eyes and a cross mouth. Due to these
Mellow in Yellow: The Trendiest Shade Of Spring 2025
Ringing in spring with a colourful twist, yellow and its shades have been making their way back to the catwalk, red carpet and, most importantly, our closets. From soft butter yellow, to zesty lemon garnishes, the happiest colour of all is
Sunderland Style Swap Shop Success
Students at Sunderland University have organised a fashion swap shop for those who want to help the planet or may be struggling in the cost of living crisis. Julia Bells, a film production student, is the driving force behind the initiative,
Delicacy Revival: 3 Celeb-inspired Ways to Nail the 2025 Lace Look
The Delicacy Revival is a rising trend for 2025, already making its mark on the runway and in celebrity fashion. With lace flooding the fashion scene this spring, it’s set to gain even more momentum as it dominates the high
Grab a bargain: April Fashion sale for Newcastle Smartworks’ charity
Love fashion and can't resist a bargain? Then head down to the Toffee Factory, in Ouseburn, tomorrow and Friday to get your hands on designer and high-street outfits, and help raise money for charity too. The Ultimate Summer Rail’ pop-up shop has
Street style AW 2025: Apparel, Texture & Accessories
Street style has always been about exploration and being bold. Accessories and eye-catching textures are at the heart of urban fashion since there is always the opportunity to style any clothing with complimentary accessories to make it loud and vivid. I have