The cosiest accessory of the season: the blanket scarf is back
It's dark by half-past four, the radio is playing Christmas songs (which we aren't screaming at them for) and, we're wearing multiple layers to make the dash from our car to the Tesco entrance. The end of November always seems to
The perfect winter night in: our ultimate guide
The clocks are going back and the weather gets colder by the day. Let's fact it, it's finally winter! Despite the approaching party season and glutinous period that goes hand in hand with Christmas, some of us may opt for
Living North Christmas Fair is back in the North East for its 2021 edition
Living North Magazine hosts its famous Christmas fair in Newcastle after it was cancelled last year. The fair takes place this weekend, between October 28 and 31 at Newcastle Racecourse, bringing together more than 250 hand-picked local businesses. Nadine Umubyeyi has
HIT OR MISS: Chanel £610 advent calendar sold out within days, but is it worth the price tag?
It all started in 1921 when Coco Chanel received a range of fragrances from the French perfumer Ernest Beaux and, she fell in love with the fifth lab sample. Since then, the number has become synonymous with Chanel and; the
Early Christmas shopping: the best beauty present round-up
It's over 70 days away but Christmas panic-buying has already started in mid-October, not least due to HGV driver shortages and dire warnings from retailers. "It is always a good idea to avoid disappointment and shop early," said toy retailer Smyths
Your ultimate guide to finding the best festive lipstick from a Charlotte Tilbury make-up artist
When it comes to make-up, lipstick is, no doubt, the one that marks the start of a new season the best. We have not started our Christmas shopping yet (it’s October folks), but that does not mean that we haven’t
Support the independents at the 2020 Virtual Christmas Fayre
Director of AMS Business Consultants Andy Skinner set up a virtual Christmas fayre event was to be held today on December 6th, 2020, between 11am – 3pm. Andy supports many independent businesses and was persuaded to establish this event via
These are the most luxurious advent calendars of 2020
If you have never experienced the joy of getting a beauty advent calendar, maybe after a challenging 2020 you might consider joining thousands of people who get one every year. Indeed, there are plenty of calendars for every budget, but
Emeli Sandé launches fashion collection: our edit
Multi-platinum singer and songwriter Emeli Sandé has many strings to her bow. She has a MBE and is also the chancellor of the University of Sunderland, home of Fashion North! Now, to celebrate the release of her latest single ‘More of
The best beauty stocking fillers under £15
Christmas is around the corner and after the hectic year we have all had it's time to kick back and relax. Here at Fashion North we have compiled the best beauty stocking fillers from Boots that are under £15. The one thing
PLT drop their winter ski range (no snow required)
It might feel like the wrong time to be planning a winter holiday with current travel restrictions, but Pretty Little Thing's new ski range doesn't mean you have to hit the piste. The PLT Ski line consists of winter essentials from
Wrap up warm for Bonfire Night – TopShop essentials
It looks like Bonfire Night will be spent at home this year, with garden bonfires and over-the-counter fireworks, after organised events across the North East were cancelled due to the pandemic. Topshop has your back with stylish and essential clothing to