The future of fashion: Second hand clothing sales continue to soar
The rise of second-hand clothing is at an all-time high. Second-hand seller Vinted recently reported a rise in sales of 51% at the end of 2023, and its popularity shows no signs of slowing down. The website -which allows users to
Sustainable Fashion: Investigating the rise of ethical fashion
As most fashion lovers are aware the fashion industry has come under extreme scrutiny over the past few years regarding environmental and ethical issues. This is at the hands of fast fashion brands which we know and love, currently dominating
Sustainability expert calls for change after Boohoo fallout
Sustainability expert Lou Stokes has called for a mindset shift towards fast fashion following the Boohoo misconduct. Lou Stokes (@byloustokes), a sustainable fashion expert who has her own podcast surrounding the topic, has spoken to Fashion North about the importance of
Sunderland Streetstyle – The Beauty of The Mundane
While scoping out Sunderland I noticed an abundance of outfits that some might describe as boring. However, for me it perfectly represented the largely working-class lifestyle of Sunderland. People hastily rushing to and from work, students in second-hand garments and
Borrow or buy: Can rental fashion be the next sustainable step for fashion lovers?
As more retailers venture into the rental market, in line with consumer pressure to be more sustainable. We deep dive to find out if rental fashion is a sustainable salve to combat the overconsumption of clothes or if it is
We’re all ‘Depop girlies’ now: Are we running to second hand to save our purses?
How has the fluctuation of the economy post-pandemic and amid the cost-of-living crisis affected the second-hand clothing market and charity shops? Covid has been replaced with another c-word: The cost-of-living crisis, which is having a similarly disastrous and yet different effect
PSA: There is a new trend about, and it’s here to stay for good
In recent years, sustainability regarding fashion has quickly moved to the forefront of many people’s minds when shopping for new clothes. Although fast fashion brands are still commonly used, there is now a huge focus on preventing exploitation of workers
Are collaborations cheapening the fashion and beauty industry?
When a celebrity releases a beauty or fashion collection in collaboration with a brand, it can be exciting for fans and help boost the sales of the brand. However, could it be devaluing the beauty and fashion industry? Fashion North
Six simple ways to become a slow fashion fan
We're the first to admit we love shopping here at Fashion North. But we all need to be more conscious of sustainability, and the fact the fashion industry is said to be the second-largest environmental polluter in the world. We understand that
Where to recycle your unwanted items – besides the charity shops
Now that the shops are open again, we are all in need of a place to get rid of our old clothes. Let’s face facts, we've probably grown out of half of our wardrobe - which is perfectly fine by the
One year since my breakup with fast fashion
People say breakups are really hard. You cry a lot and question yourself whether it was the right choice, but in the end you will end up stronger than ever and inspired to conquer the world. It has been one
Has Covid-19 brought an end to clothing rental?
In a move towards a more sustainable fashion industry, clothing rental was set to take off, but COVID-19 had other plans. With events being put on hold and occasion wear becoming a distant memory, would clothing rental survive the pandemic?