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Green Heart Collective on Tackling Textile Waste
Every year, across the world, we produce around 92 million tonnes of textile waste. This is set to increase to 134 million tonnes by 2030, if people don’t start taking action. The overproduction and overconsumption of clothes are two major
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From the States to Sunderland: Hairstylist Amanda Reece’s Journey
Amanda and Jonathan Pickup. Meet Amanda Reece, an American professional stylist from Tucson, Arizona, who has been living in Sunderland for the past four years after falling in love with an Englishman. When his visa application to the States was
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How to Guide: Create a Festive Movie Night
On the countdown to Christmas, we can enjoy festive time-old traditions with friends and family, or perhaps create new traditions with new found hobbies and trends. We imagine the perfect Christmas evening to be made up of cosy pyjamas and
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Beamish, hair and history: what do current hair trends tell us about society in 2025?
Getting a 1950s hairdo at Beamish Museum reminded me that hair can tell us much about the era it’s thriving in – so what does modern hair reveal? As she sculpts my hair into pin curls and a chignon bun,
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Shop Spotlight: Elite Dress Agency
Do you ever look through your Pinterest boards and see all your dream designer items only to find out they cost an arm and a leg? Well me too. However, Elite Dress Agency in Manchester will make all your dreams
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A Christmas Gift Guide for the Alt Girls
With the festive season upon us, shopping (or asking) for the right present can be stressful; it can be hard to think of ideas of what you or someone else might want, especially if they have a unique style. Fashion