Newcastle to host first Northern Sustainable Fashion Revolution festival in April 2019
As Newcastle is set to host the first Northern Sustainable Fashion Revolution, Sarah Sinclair meets those striving for a more ethical and sustainable industry. Over 1,000 bathtubs of water. 6,000 car miles of carbon emissions*. £140 million of clothing sent to
John Lewis styling challenge: colour blocking the suiting trend
Power suits are a huge hit for 2019 and when set the challenge by Emma Snowdon, a John Lewis personal stylist, I knew I wanted to colour block with a vibrant red in anticipation of the spring season. To create my
“If somebody had said 18 months ago that I’d be a model, I’d have laughed in their face” – how Joshua Glennon stumbled into the world of modelling
From being a student studying building surveying at Northumbria University, to being signed with Tyne Tees Models - 22-year-old Joshua Glennon’s lifestyle changed in a way that he never expected. In an exclusive interview with Fashion North, he tells us
Sara Catarina Carney’s creativity has no END.
Effortlessly cool and sophisticated mixed with imperfection, are two of many phrases you could use to describe 20-year-old END. fashion advisor and stylist Sara Catarina Carney. Being exceptionally modest however she describes herself as impulsive, romantic and “I’d like to
Street Style: Bold coats in Newcastle city centre
A bold coat can be the item that completely transforms your entire outfit, wearing a distinctive design or an unusual texture will certainly display a sense of creativity and innovate an otherwise casual outfit. Coats are an essential to battle the
Don’t do a Kim Kardashian: expert tips on removing makeup at the end of the day
When Fashion North learned that Kim Kardashian often doesn’t take her makeup off before going to sleep, we couldn’t believe it. The beauty and fashion icon had everyone shocked and had us thinking ‘is it really ok to sleep with
Newcastle event challenges perceptions of modest fashion and celebrates diversity
On November 30, a Fashion Show in Newcastle showed locals how they can dress modestly and still feel stylish. Alongside the show, Ampersand Inventions held a fashion networking event with drinks, laughter and stalls showcasing a range of small business talent. Tickets
North East fashionistas among most generous when it comes to helping those in need
Fashion lovers in the North East have been showing their charitable side. But, what have they done to help others? Fashion North Investigate. Northern fashion followers have been leading the way in terms of charitable deeds across the UK in
Fashion North’s Black Friday top picks in the North East
Here at Fashion North we're all excited to hit the Black Friday sales. We've compiled a list of our favourite shopping centres and outlets as well as their opening times in order for you to have a stress-free Black Friday
Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair returned to Newcastle this November
Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair returned to Newcastle Civic Centre on Saturday, 17 November as part of its annual tour. The award-winning fair, which visits over 40 cities each year, offers clothes, jewellery and collectable items from the past century. The event included live
Our freshers’ fab fashion finds
Here at Fashion North, we’re welcoming a new cohort of BA (Hons) fashion journalism students to the University of Sunderland. And what better way to celebrate their arrival than with a shopping trip! Our fabulous freshers spent the day at Newcastle’s Eldon
The Bridges Sunderland Student Raid is back!
The Student Raid is back for its eighth year and is a great opportunity for students to get their hands on a whole host of discounts and giveaways. This year The Bridges have partnered with Student Shopping UK to promote the