Designer, Nicole Robotham, discusses new project and how to be successful in the fashion industry.
Nicole Robotham set up the business especially for designers in the North East of England for the reason that in previous years, most fashion companies have been based in London and surrounding areas in the South. We caught up with Nicole
Eleven life lessons we learnt from Absolutely Fabulous
1. How to make an entrance and ensure all heads turn towards you! via GIPHY 2. Don't be afraid to experiment with fashion. via GIPHY 3. How to forgive, but never forget. via GIPHY 4. That we should all install a rotating champagne fridge in our
Independent jewellery brand, Malaika Ceramics, set to take Sunderland by storm
Lois Gray, 49, is an A&E worker and talented jewellery maker who is currently working on her own business, Malaika Ceramics. Lois is an extremely determined individual who would love nothing more than to be able to quit her job
Jonathan Saunders joins Diane Von Furstenberg as Chief Creative Officer
Scottish born designer, Jonathan Saunders, is joining Belgium born designer Diane von Furstenberg immediately as chief creative officer. 38-year-old Saunders, who closed his London based label back in December 2015, will be responsible for the overall creative direction of the brand. Diane
Newcastle luxury fashion brand, Always Wear Red, shortlisted for award
Always Wear Red will present to a panel of seasoned fashion and manufacturing industry experts at The Old Truman Brewery in London on Thursday 26th May. Michael Owen, Founder and MD of AWR said: “This award is part of London's Meet the Manufacturer event, the UK’s
Red Carpet Roundup: 69th Cannes Film Festival
From jumpsuits to ball gowns, ruffles to sequins, it seemed like the Opening Ceremony to the annual Cannes Film Festival had it all. Araya A. Hargate and model, Bianca Balti, made the biggest statement in strapless, floor length ball gowns, both
Meet one girl who turns old clothes into new trends
It was last summer when Abbey discovered her talent. The now 20-year-old said: “I didn’t really have many summer clothes and I didn’t really want to go out and spend loads of money. I had a few pairs of jeans
Celebrating 50 Years of The Mugwump
One of Durham’s most popular independent shops, The Mugwump on Saddler Street is happily celebrating it’s 50th birthday. It is a well-known fact that many shops are struggling at the moment, so to reach such an anniversary is an amazing achievement.
Miss Junior Teen Great Britain, Harriotte Lane, nominated for National Award
Taken by #martinjonesphotography @crownglorypageant last weekend, wearing @dynasty_london @bupen99 #aw16 #gown #pageantdress #promdress #crown #missjuniorteengreatbritian A photo posted by Harriotte (@harriotteandvann) on Apr 29, 2016 at 1:27am PDT Miss Junior Teen Great Britain, Harriotte Lane, is up for a National Award for
Step into Spring Outerwear: How to wear layers
As the warmer season approaches we know just how tricky it can be to get your spring layering just right. It is warm enough for a lightweight jacket yet, it is still cool enough for a jumper, so which one
Goggle Box star, Scarlett Moffatt, partners with Newcastle Handbag Clinic for VIP competition
Handbag Clinic has partnered with Gogglebox star and Capital Radio presenter Scarlett Moffatt to launch a VIP competition. The repair specialist and pre-loved handbag boutique, based on Newcastle’s Mosely Street, has teamed up with the personality and Capital for the initiative,
Kendall & Kylie to launch Topshop swimwear collection
fun day shooting for Kendall&Kylie swim A photo posted by King Kylie (@kyliejenner) on Apr 27, 2016 at 2:35pm PDT When our favourite sisters, Kendall and Kylie Jenner team up you know it’s going to be good! If you’ve got the stylish