Dressed to Kill: Newcastle’s Fashion Themed Whodunit
"It is 1926. The biggest fashion designer of the decade is organising a fashion show and catwalk at your hotel tonight. Many of the latest designs will be on show. But are any of the designs totally original? Is someone
University of Sunderland fashion design students take on Savile Row
Final-year fashion students at the University of Sunderland have entered a national competition that showcases creative and technical skills. The Golden Shears competition, chaired by Simon Cundey, of famous Savile Row tailors, Henry Poole, aims to celebrate the best fashion design
Inside Nigel Cabourn’s ‘pricey’ new mountaineering collection
Nigel Cabourn’s new fashion collection commemorates a historic Mount Everest tragedy - but the prices may leave many feeling chilled to the bone. The limited-edition range, from the North East-based designer, marks 100 years since the Tragedy of Everest, a 1924
What to wear to the Fenwick x Greggs Champagne Bar
Fenwick and Greggs have collaborated for a second year running to bring a unique take on their classic menu with their Greggs Champagne Bar. credit: Fenwick Running until New Year's Eve the bar will be serving up Greggs’ iconic menu of bakes
Fashion North’s Pick of the best budget wedding vendors in the North East
Are you a bride-to be? Planning a wedding on a budget? Then check out Fashion North's guide to a selection of the best budget wedding vendors in the North East. Fashion North editor Maddy Ciaraldi headed to the GNB Events wedding event, at
Fashion History: Ruffles, ribbons, and the Rococo period
Corsets from this period were designed to give the illusion of a tiny waist by using whale bone to add structure to the bodice. The hemline was often pointed at the front and back and the bust line was squared
How 1920s flappers inspired Dolce and Gabbana
catwalk image credit: WGSN high street image credit: Asos.com
Fashion from the Past: Iconic corsets, celebs, and perfume
During the post war era, it was common for Hollywood stars to be style icons, inspiring women across the globe, as well as fashion houses and designers. One such actress was Mae West, who was known for wearing corsets under dresses throughout
Fashion student to launch vintage market in Sunderland next year
A University of Sunderland fashion student is set to launch her very own vintage fashion market in Sunderland. Elena Amos, who is in her second year of studying Fashion Design and Promotion, wants to offer an affordable and sustainable alternative to
MOBO Awards land in Newcastle: What to wear to the sell-out event
For the first time in history the MOBO Awards are coming to Newcastle. Tickets for the music event, which has seen the likes of JayZ, Central Cee, Rihanna and Beyonce perform, have already sold out. VIP tickets for the awards at Utilita
Grab a style bargain at Dalton Park Student Shopping Week
Retail outlet Dalton Park is holding a student shopping week with huge discounts on all the big brands. It is a great chance for students to save on essentials and refresh their wardrobes for the start of the academic year. The
Sunday Girl fashion magazine host launch party with celebrity guests in Newcastle
Lifestyle magazine, Sunday Girl, is hosting a launch party with celebrity guests, including an Olympic gold medallist, and a reality TV star. Betty Mukherjee, best known for BBC’s Race Across the World, and Paralympics gold medalist Faye Rogers, who represented Team