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Fashion from the Past: Iconic corsets, celebs, and perfume
During the post war era, it was common for Hollywood stars to be style icons, inspiring women across the globe, as well as fashion houses and designers. One such actress was Mae West, who was known for wearing corsets under dresses throughout her film career, including the 1933 drama comedy “She done him wrong”. In the…
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Mermaid core corset design inspired by the ocean
by Akhayar Corsets have been a statement fashion accessory for many years now, but it has recently risen up to popularity again. Many celebrities and influencers have been seen wearing them on social media platforms, not as a formal wear but instead, a casual wear with a lot of layerings on top. Unlike the past,…
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Modern day corsetry still popular thanks to Bridgerton and Kim Kardashian
The corset has been making a comeback since the 1900s, just in a different way. We have seen a huge spike in searches for corsets since 2021, largely due to the popularity of the Netflix show Bridgerton, which made viewers fall in love with corsets again, Today, the corset is used as a fashion accessory…
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Fashion student to launch vintage market in Sunderland next year
A University of Sunderland fashion student is set to launch her very own vintage fashion market in Sunderland. Elena Amos, who is in her second year of studying Fashion Design and Promotion, wants to offer an affordable and sustainable alternative to high street and designer shopping. Thanks to the support of Sunderland City Council, the…
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MOBO Awards land in Newcastle: What to wear to the sell-out event
For the first time in history the MOBO Awards are coming to Newcastle. Tickets for the music event, which has seen the likes of JayZ, Central Cee, Rihanna and Beyonce perform, have already sold out. VIP tickets for the awards at Utilita Arena will be released on December 2. Last year saw performances from the Sugababes…
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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 event runs from 10 am on October 7th to 6pm on October 13th. All…