Makeup Mastery: Linda Mason shares her skills with Sunderland students
Sunderland University fashion students welcomed Linda Mason, Sunderland-born Artist and Creative Innovator, as a Visiting Professor. Linda carried out a session detailing her career as a makeup artist in the fashion industry. This was followed by a demonstration of three creative
Styling Challenge – Casual autumn outfit
As we head towards autumn, our style and clothing change to fit the weather. To help you with this transition, here is some inspiration for the new season! As part of our styling task at the Eldon Square shopping centre in
Fashion giant Zara opens latest flagship store at the Metrocentre
The highly-anticipated new Zara flagship store opened its doors on Wednesday for the first time after being closed for refurbishment for several months, but long queues and low stock left some fashion fans disappointed. Demand was so high for Zara's looks
From Angels to Anomalies: Victoria’s Secret’s ‘Unsuccessful’ Rebrand
Fashion North reporter Maia Olusanya delves into the debate surrounding the Victoria's Secret documentary and declares the lingerie giant's rebrand 'unsuccessful.' For decades, Victoria's Secret has taken the world by storm with endless glitz and glamour. They defined the beauty standards
Quiet luxury is being drowned out by the extravagance of Schiaparelli’s SS24 RTW
Designer Daniel Roseberry has once again proved his vital importance to the house of Schiaparelli with his spectacular Paris Fashion Week showing. In a mesmerising scene, iconic supermodel Shalom Harlow opened the show descending from a staircase in a zip-up dress
Top 5 runway highlights from Paris Fashion Week, and some affordable alternatives
With the advent of Paris Fashion Week taking place this week, the world's leading designers are as always showcasing innovative and beautiful new pieces. However, as much as we expect the best from fashion week, we also expect some truly eye-watering
The Bridges’ annual Student Raid to welcome students to the city
One of the most popular nights on the Sunderland calendar will return next Monday as both old and new students are welcomed to The Bridges’ annual Student Raid. The event will be held in the centre on September 25 from 6pm
New Trend Alert: Luxury Socks
Who would of thought 2023 would see socks become an item of fashion luxury rather than a basic essential? AMARI AMARI's eye-catching, unique designs couldn't stay a hidden gem forever, and this summer I had the pleasure of organising a photoshoot
Sneaker sales are declining, are we under the mercy of female sneakerheads now?
From facing indiscreet sexism, non-inclusive shoe sizing and mansplaining, women have had it rough in the sneaker industry, but the male buying power is declining now. So, we asked prominent female sneakerheads in the industry if female sneakerheads can save
Bye Bye Boredom: Five ways to spice up your everyday chores
Are you fed up of doing the dishes? Stuck at home with nothing but laundry? WELL SO ARE WE! It can be tough to find motivation when we're surrounded by household chores, but there are ways to make it more bearable.
Y2K Shoot: Return of the Noughties
It’s not news to anyone that trends come and go in cycles. However, it’s safe to say that the early 2000s has had a lasting impression over the past few years. Since lockdown hit in 2020, we have seen just
Harry’s Styles: Four looks inspired by the icon himself
As we all know, Harry Styles is iconic for not only his music, but his fashion too, and with a career of 13 years so far, Harry has shown us many different eras, all of which hugely vary regarding style. With