Is social media the main contributing attribute to mental health problems?
Mental health conditions such as Eating Disorders and Body Dysmophia are growing in the UK within the younger generation. Is this due to face-perfecting filters found on social media causing young adults to feel self-conscious about themselves? In late October last
Newcastle’s first facial bar…and it’s all vegan!
Zara Jull, owner of Viso facial bar The first facial bar has officially opened in Newcastle, and it is dedicated to using only certified vegan and cruelty-free products. Viso facial bar has been a huge success, offering a range of spa-grade treatments. Owner
Cool or cringe? Will new Xmas ad save Marks and Spencer?
The new Marks and Spencer Christmas advert has dropped - and it's not their usual festive feelgood style. In the week when it was revealed the high street chain's profits had plummeted, this year's Chrimbo commercial seems to be a blatant
‘Tis the season to shop Michelle Keegan’s sparkly collection
Actress Michelle Keegan has launched her new sparkly party collection in collaboration with very.co.uk. The collection is tailored for Christmas and New Year's Eve parties so if you thought you will have nothing to wear this year, you can breathe
Bottega Veneta: everything you need to know about this year’s fashion revival
One of the biggest dates in your fashion diary is fast approaching. One December 2, the winners of the prestigious Fashion Awards 2019 will be announced at London's Royal Albert Hall. One of this year's most successful brands set to steal
EXCLUSIVE! Top Tips to Succeed in the Fashion Industry from Elle UK
Elle UK’s Social Media Manager, Amy Brewster visited Fashion North HQ to give students some exclusive tips for succeeding in the fashion industry. Amy Brewster at The University of Sunderland Amy runs the glossy monthly magazine's social media channels after working at
It’s beginning to look a lot like fat-free self-gifting!
Who doesn't want 25 days of self-gifting - and without a single calorie in sight. There are now dozens of beauty advent calendars offering daily mini treats of make-up and beauty products. Fashion North has edited them to the best of the
Five ways to spend your extra hour
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. No, it's not quite Christmas but it is the weekend the clocks go back meaning we all get an extra hour. So, to save you from spending an extra 60 minutes twiddling
Commuter chic: the Tube map power suit
The Great British Bake Off winner Candice Brown just wore a suit that looks like a map of the Tube, and it's giving us mixed emotions. Candice Brown, who won in 2016, posed outside 10 Downing Street wearing a geometric trouser
Addicted to fast fashion until I gave up buying clothes for 30 days
Can you imagine spending a whole month without buying any new clothes? Fashion North’s news and shopping editor Barbora Bednarova thought that would be impossible until she joined #SecondHandSeptember and said "no" to her fast fashion obsession. Here's her story. September
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle: The Makeup Edition
The amount of waste being produced all over the world is shocking. According to the National Geographic, 91% of plastic isn’t being recycled. Tons of plastic has been produced for decades, and the beauty industry has contributed a lot to
It’s Libra Season! Here are Our Favourite Celebs Born in October and Their Most Iconic Looks
Did you know that Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne Pinnock is a Libra? The gorgeous Kate Winslet (a.k.a Rose from Titanic) and Mrs Kim Kardashian West are also October babies. For those who are not too knowledgeable about the zodiac, a Libra is