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Discover Newcastle’s independent vintage hidden gem Waceland Ncl
It was a frosty winter morning in mid-November and the streets of Newcastle were filled with Christmas market stalls, from mulled wine bars to chocolate churro stands. And I was loving it. As I walked through the arcade, which was strewn with Christmas lights, and up to the vintage store, I was greeted with the…
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Conscious cashmere: Recycling the world’s most luxurious fabric
While once considered an elusive commodity, cashmere is now more readily available than ever before, but how sustainable is our lust for luxe? Fashion North’s Christy Laverty examines the effects of cashmere and the shift to recycled fibres. As brands continue to lessen their cruelty footprint and boost their sustainability, the demand for luxury fibres,…
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The Future of Luxury
Luxury as an industry is now being upgraded and the future of brands is being determined by their response to the change in consumer habits. Digitalisation is changing the way consumers are purchasing luxury goods; from renting designer clothes to luxury reselling e-commerce sites, the relationship between consumer and luxury conglomerates is significantly changing and…
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The surgery dress that made all my birthday wishes come true
We all have that one special dress in our wardrobe which is significant to us and brings back a particular memory. There is always a beautiful story behind it, and today I thought I would share with you the special dress that helped me overcome my tonsillitis surgery. Growing up my mum would always make…
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Dresmezee launches store in STACK Newcastle
Dresmezee is a British fashion brand based in the heart of northern England which was created in 2015 and, until now, they only sold their dresses and products online. With a range of styles, from a little black dress for an evening meal or that perfect prom dress, Dresmezee has got you covered. …
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Beyond Fashion North: Episode 11
Here it is! You’re next instalment of our Beyond Fashion North podcast. This week Menswear Editor Christy Laverty speaks with Beauty Editor Lucy Metcalfe and contributor Annabel McEwan about what luxury items we’d take into the jungle (and it’s not a framed photo of Jane MacDonald that’s for sure!), if Black Friday still tickles our…