Show Up North: The Joy Weekender for Women
A three-day, female-focused weekend is coming to Event Northumbria from October 9th to 11th with Show Up North. With over 55 sessions built into a packed timetable, plus a marketplace showcasing brilliant regional product businesses, this weekend is an unmissable experience
New ‘Hannah Montana Inspired’ Vintage Store in Newcastle
A brand new vintage store, described by one of the owners as 'Hannah Montana's wardrobe mixed with teenage girl from the 2000s' has just opened in Ouseburn, Newcastle. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bibelot Nook, vintage furniture, interiors
Sam Fender’s Make-Up Artist to Support Local Charity in Fashion and Beauty Events
The Smart Works North East charity are starting off this summer with shopping opportunities and beauty experiences to transform your look after they announced that they are hosting two major fundraising events planned for July. This will include a chance to
How Independent Fashion Businesses in the North East are Navigating the 2026 Spring Statement
The impact of a stability-focused statement on the region’s clothing providers is big. Isabel Vadillo shares how these businesses are surviving and the advice they have. The North East fashion retail industry entered 2026 already facing a challenging business environment, defined
Jesmond Designer Store Jules B Ram-Raided in Early Hours
The designer store Jules B, which stocks brands such as Mulberry, Self-Portrait and UGG, has closed its Jesmond store until further notice after a vehicle crashed into the front of the shop in a ram-raid this morning. First opening in Jesmond
From Bud to Bloom: Nicki Barron on Launching Pretty Busy Blooms this Good Friday
Fashion North caught up with Nicki Barron to talk blossoming, supporting small businesses, and bringing Pretty Busy Blooms to Chester-Le-Street. Pretty Busy Blooms is a vibrant, female-owned floristry business founded by Nicki Barron. The new shop officially opened its doors on
Newcastle’s Homeware Paradise ‘Søstrene Grene’ SS25 offerings
Danish home and lifestyle chain, Søstrene Grene opened its first North East store in August. Six months on, Fashion North visited to see what it on offer for SS25. Søstrene Grene is becoming a beloved addition to Newcastle’s Eldon Square. Established
The Rise of Social Media Marketing and the Commodification of Influence
In this new technological age, almost all the adverts we see are online, from TikTok to Tinder, it's inescapable. This is no surprise given the global digital advertising market was thought to be worth around $350 billion in 2020 and
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
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
Roker’s latest hospitality hotspot
Hitting the milestone of 10,000 customers within its first month of opening, Roker's brand new bar/restaurant 'These Things Happen' is fast becoming one of Sunderland's hottest hospitality spots. Situated in the former Harbour View Motors site, the fashionable bar/restaurant has been
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