WATCH: Sunderland fashion graduate launches innovative menswear brand
A University of Sunderland Fashion Product and Promotion graduate is launching her own contemporary men's streetwear brand Forsaken. Kate Balbach, from Ashbrooke in Sunderland, was left without a job when the company she designed for went into liquidation. Kate decided to be her
5 fashionable football tops that can be worn outside the grounds
WORDS BY: Alex Snaith With the football season now underway, football tops are becoming increasingly popular not only on match days but in everyday life. From Sunderland to Arsenal, there are many ways that you can incorporate old and new football
How The Great British Bake Off’s Noel Fielding became our new style icon
When the outlandish and slightly gothic comedian Noel Fielding was announced to take over from Mel & Sue’s presenter role, it came as a bit of a shock to all lovers of The Great British Bake Off. However, this unconventional choice
Guylashes… Guys try false eyelashes for the first time
Along with somewhat willing volunteers, I love trying new things but when it comes to make-up, I don't have much experience. However with the help of Fashion North, we attempted to apply Technic's false eyelashes successfully
8 Rose Inspired Items For Your Inner Beast
Roses are enchanting collections of various high-street and designer brands. From t-shirts, bomber jackets, jeans and shoes - roses are everywhere, including back on our Cinema screens with the release of Disney's new live action Beauty and the Beast staring Emma
Sunderland menswear retailer Aphrodite to celebrate Nike Air Max Day
Premium menswear retailer, Aphrodite Clothing, are joining in the Nike Air Max day celebrations with an exclusive in store event on Saturday 25 March. The store, situated on Vine Place in Sunderland city centre, will join retailers across the globe by
LFW AW17: Burberry
Inspired by the work and process of British artist Henry Moore: stripes, ruffles and asymmetrical shapes were the highlight of Burberry’s Spring/Summer 2017 see-now-buy-now collection. Like last season, Burberry fused menswear and womenswear with unisex designs. The unisex brushed-back jersey sweatshirt
10 lords a-leaping – Christmas party shoes for guys
Leap like a lord in these Christmas party shoes On the tenth day of Christmas we sing of ten lords-a-leaping - and what is the most important thing to a leaping lord? A good pair of shoes, that’s what. Here are ten
From baggy to classy: A story of how I gained my confidence
Growing up as a kid the least important thing is how you are dressed. Furthermore, as life goes on and you become self aware of your own appearance you start to develop a sense of style. However, everyone makes a
LCM: Belstaff SS17
The collection is based on Bruce Brown's 1971 motorcycle film, On Any Sunday featuring Steve McQueen. Giving a nod to the designers motorcycling heritage, the collection featured a range of archive pieces with carefree denim and sleek leather garments. Belstaff
Sunderland business, Port Independent, launches its first womenswear collection
Port Independent is an established street wear and vintage clothing shop that is located in St Thomas’ Street, Sunderland. The store has been trading for around three years and has proven to be extremely popular attracting people of all ages.
Retailer, Austin Reed, faces administration putting 1000 jobs at risk – a day after BHS collapse
Retail chain, Austin Reed, is poised to formally collapse into administration, putting about 1,000 high-street jobs at risk just a day after BHS hit the rocks. It is understood the tailor will appoint Alix Partners after revealing a notice to appoint