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
Strawbsession: the bag you must have this season
When worn, the woven totes are more than a summer staple and can add a Monaco-inspired detail to your look. Strawbsession is influenced by the last century’s trends, but it also mirrors the zeitgeist of society today’s edgy style. The new
Opal Essence – The story of a new trend
Spring is here, and summer is approaching. It’s definitely time to brighten up our wardrobes and there’s a new trend on the scene that will allow us to do just that. Opal Essence is a mix of pink, blue and yellow
#WFH outfit ideas – Waist up only!
Working from home often means video calls with colleagues or even fellow students. And even though we’re allowed a few lazy days during this time of self isolation, we’re not really allowed to let the people we usually work with see,
Anti-Hero Partywear
Harley Quinn is the life of the party this season, following her rebellious wardrobe in the female-fronted Birds of Prey movie. Costume designer Erin Benach (also known for the A Star is Born wardrobe in 2018) mirrors the freedom and party vibes of
Tips for every quarantined fashionista
If you’re anything like me you will have complete hot and cold mixed feelings about this whole quarantine situation. On one hand, a few days in front of the telly sounds amazing but on the other it sounds like absolute
50 shades of green: How to wear every shade of green this St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner and whatever your plans, we’ve got a way you can incorporate every shade of green into your outfit. Whether you’re heading out-out or just chilling in the house, there’s no excuse to
Talent-spot the next hot fashion designer at students’ catwalk show
Think you can spot the next Stella McCartney or Gareth Pugh? Sunderland University's fashion design and promotion students are hosting a catwalk show to present their own handmade garments. The end of year show will take place on Thursday May 7 from
Take Away the Tears presents… Dogs on the catwalk
North East charity, Take Away the Tears hosted their first ever dog fashion show on Friday 28, February at Novotel, Kingston Park featuring designs from Sunderland based boutiques Glitter Dogs and Pretty Pooches ltd. Nelson in a Glitter Dogs designed bikini Titch in