Is the high street dying? Fashion North investigates.
The high street is still the place to shop the hottest trends and the latest looks across the country, or is it? Through years of gradual decline and a global pandemic along with a soaring rise in online shopping and
The rise of running fashion collabs: Fashion’s new athletic aesthetic
Running has been a popular activity in Britain since the 70s and 80s, but decades after it emerged as a popular hobby several brands are spearheading a more fashion-forward look for running gear, becoming a popular fashion trend rather than
M&S x Sienna Miller: Our top picks
Marks and Spencer have launched their newest collection in collaboration with Sienna Miller This limited-edition collection partywear collection has been designed by Sienna Miller and launched on 31st October. It is aimed towards the festive season to give customers the ultimate
Newcastle sportswear brand re-established after mental health struggles
A Newcastle based sportswear brand owner has re-introduced her brand, Force Mentale, after a struggle with her mental and physical wellbeing. Sarah Elliot, owner of Force Mentale, wants the brand to be a safe space for mental health as well as
Fashion North Podcast: Could the North East be the UK’s next fashion hotspot?
Fashion North team members: Lucy Baker, Maddy Ciaraldi, Maia Olusanya and Will Pollock sat down to record the newest episode of the Fashion North podcast to discuss the rise of North East fashion brands, and if the North East could
Outfit inspiration: How to layer like a pro this winter
As the end of this year gets closer and the temperature gets colder, a lot of people find it difficult to get dressed in the morning to be both stylish and comfortable. Here is a bit of Fashion North advice
Inside Nigel Cabourn’s ‘pricey’ new mountaineering collection
Nigel Cabourn’s new fashion collection commemorates a historic Mount Everest tragedy - but the prices may leave many feeling chilled to the bone. The limited-edition range, from the North East-based designer, marks 100 years since the Tragedy of Everest, a 1924
What to wear to the Fenwick x Greggs Champagne Bar
Fenwick and Greggs have collaborated for a second year running to bring a unique take on their classic menu with their Greggs Champagne Bar. credit: Fenwick Running until New Year's Eve the bar will be serving up Greggs’ iconic menu of bakes
Fashion North’s Pick of the best budget wedding vendors in the North East
Are you a bride-to be? Planning a wedding on a budget? Then check out Fashion North's guide to a selection of the best budget wedding vendors in the North East. Fashion North editor Maddy Ciaraldi headed to the GNB Events wedding event, at
Fashion History: How Pirates inspired a fashion movement
In a series of articles, Fashion North explores the importance of corsetry throughout fashion history. Here, fashion design and promotion student, Lily Ellen Rodell, explores steam punk fashion, pirates and corsets. This fashion moodboard is inspired by pirate style and the
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
Fashion Brands Fenwick and Barbour collaborate to launch pop-up café
Lifestyle brand, Barbour has come together with fellow North East born department store, Fenwick to create the ultimate cosy pop-up: Barbour Tea and Toasties. The café is running alongside an exhibition in London and comes as part of Barbour's 30th anniversary