Outfits of Met Mondays past
The first Monday in May for the past 72 years has been Met Monday. However, this year due to Covid-19 the Met Gala has been postponed indefinitely. The theme was to be ‘About Time: Fashion and Duration’ looking back at a
Fashion styling tips from Burberry’s Alessia Lawrence
Burberry digital ready-to-wear stylist assistant Alessia Lawrence joined us at Fashion North over a zoom call to share her top tips on making it in the styling industry. Former University of Sunderland fashion journalism student Alessia's job includes working on numerous
Bare face and a messy bun: My lockdown look
With home being the safest place for everyone right now, it isn’t surprising that many of us feel like we are stuck inside a never-ending loop of a less glamorous version of Love Island. When we aren’t changing out of
Fashion in support of the NHS
In these recent times, showing appreciation for NHS workers has never been more apparent, and as a country it's important that we do our part to raise money towards helping the fight against the coronavirus. From our weekly round of
How lockdown has changed my style
Comfort is all I require during lockdown when it comes to fashion. Gone are the days of creating beautiful looks and outfits for date nights with my boyfriend, nights out with the girls and even just a day at university. Now,
The style of Styles: Harry Styles’ fashion evolution
It’s been 10 years since the world was first introduced to Harry Styles on the X Factor and in celebration Fashion North are looking back at how his iconic style has changed over the past decade. From his classic black
Pretty in pink: Spring/summer 2020
Is Pink the colour of the season? Whether it’s dusky, coral or blush, pink is a dominating trend this season, and it’s a trend worth seeing. Pink jackets, pink skirts, pink dresses, you name it, it’s been on the
Uniclothing: men in womenswear
Get in boys, we're going shopping! Towards the end of the 18th century, the Great Male Renunciation occurred, a historical phenomenon which saw men reject any 'brilliant' or refined forms of dress, in favour of a strict male dress code
SS20: Buttery, colourful leather: The trend defining summer
While bright colours have long been the trend for spring and summer, this season colour is getting an edgy spring makeover with loud block coloured leather making its debut. Normally a material strictly reserved for autumn and winter, leather is proving
20 ways to spoil yourself in self-isolation
You'd think it was the ideal time to slum around in your cosiest pyjamas, make-up free, bedhead hair, and with no one to judge you. Our students are all still working hard from home on their fashion journalism coursework as well
Laika : The Ultimate Afterlife Fashion Trend
Move over florals and patchwork denim, it’s time to make way for a fresh new spring look, Afterlife Futurism, a must-have trend set out for the high streets rails. The idea of the Laika fashion trend is solely based on the
6 tips for helping the environment even during self isolation
In the midst of self isolation and working from home it is easy to order a few new pieces for your wardrobe, but it is important to remember the environmental issues that come with online shopping and fast fashion. In simple