The Bridges marketing and communications manager, Samatha Czwordon-Auld speaks to FJ students about the world of marketing
By Danielle Ord and Sophie Green. Samantha Czwordon-Auld, 36, marketing and communications manager at The Bridges, Sunderland gave fashion journalism students an insight into the busy life of marketing. In addition to implementing marketing strategies, organising events and liaising with the
We review Urban Decay Hi-Fi shine ultra-cushion lip gloss
As a Vaseline addict, I am constantly looking for products that are going to keep my lips hydrated and moisturised, and the new Urban Decay Hi-Fi shine ultra-cushion lip gloss defiantly does the trick. Available from Debenhams for £15.50, the product
We test out Pure XS for her: Eau de Parfum by Paco Robanne
Pure Excess for her, the new female fragrance from Paco Robanne, is available to purchase now from Debenhams, The Bridges, Sunderland in-store and online. This fragrance is available in 20ml, 50ml and 80ml bottles which means it is both perfect for
To those who value comfort over fashion: is the boilersuit your trademark outfit for SS19?
Are the days of the mini-skirt over? Ladies, it seems that trousers and high-waist joggers have become a new staple in femininity, this trending adaptation of the generic jumpsuit is a symbolic piece transforming gender stereotypes. It’s named the boilersuit and dates
Say hi to tie-dye: SS19’s revived trend
Tie-dye, the print popularised by 60s hippy-mania, integrated into the mainstream by rock stars and injected into the 90s scene alongside chokers and bucket hats. It was the trend that was unforgotten but nonetheless shunned by many as a serious
It’s official Athleisure is here to stay in 2019
With the news of Beyonce and Adidas announcing a new partnership that will develop new signature footwear and apparel, we are now fully convinced here at fashion north that athleisure trend is here to stay. Athleisure wear is the favourite
The secrets to Daytime Lace for SS/19
Lace has always been a fabric associated with lingerie but it has now transitioned from the bedroom and into our everyday clothing. It can be found on the high streets and dressed down for the more casual day time attire. One
Newcastle, Vintage fair: Don’t buy new clothes reuse what’s already there
More than 100 million pounds worth of clothing goes to waste every year. People are aware that reusing what's already there is cheaper and a better option, mostly for our environment. Therefore, buying vintage clothing is becoming more and more
Graphic sweaters are the successful trend of swinter season
This seasons latest must-have item that's hitting the high street is graphic sweaters. The great thing about these sweaters is that there's so much opportunity to represent your personality and mood. They're like a beware sign before someone speaks to you,
Spring/Summer 2019: The bikini trends that deserve a place in your case
Make a splash with this season’s biggest swimwear trends. Summer is right around the corner and here at Fashion North, we can’t wait for bikini season as it can only mean one thing… summer holidays. This summer, retro bikinis are making a
Must have for spring/summer 2019: cropped denim jacket
A forever loved piece of clothing, the denim jacket, can be created and styled in many ways. The new trend for this spring and summer is its cropped version and it is a total must-have. Streets are now full of the
Double bagging: when one bag just isn’t enough
In the upcoming years, this trend will be huge. It appeared for the first time on catwalks of big brands such as Chloe and Fendi in 2015. Within the last year, Chloe used it again in their Spring/Summer 2018 collection