Ethical consumerism is proving itself to be far more than just a Millennial trend.
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Finding beauty in simplicity.
As we transition from Tier 3 restrictions in the North to National Lockdown 2.0, taking time to check in on the mental state not only of our loved ones, but also ourselves, is a priority.
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3 ethical style brands to shop in the North.
The perils of fast fashion have been gathering a growing amount of media attention over the past few years, and the true cost of the multi-billion-dollar industry is getting harder and harder to ignore.
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Timeless tools for your journey.
“AJOTO was born out of both love and frustration,” says co-founders of the precision engineered pen brand, Chris Holden and Marta Verdes-Montenegro.
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3 Northern candle brands to scent your home this winter.
The shortening days and descent of gloomier Northern skies can only mean one thing: candle season is upon us! The UK is one of the world’s biggest scented candle markets, with The Independent reporting in early 2019 that Brits spend…
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Youthful grit, and unconventional thinking.
When Dezeen announced their 2020 public vote awards, a hugely prestigious awards programme which celebrates the best in design across the world, there was one very exciting Northern nomination which immediately jumped out.
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Contemporary, conscious clothing for the modern woman.
Non-organic cotton has been dubbed the ‘world’s dirtiest crop’ by the Soil Association, due to the enormous impact conventional farming methods have on the air, water, soil and communities close to cotton growing areas.
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Wearable contemporary craft.
If you consider yourself a maximalist when it comes to jewellery, and found yourself fawning over the contemporary brands featured last month, then you’re going to love the idea of chunky textile jewellery!
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A sense of wellbeing, for a new age.
Self care and wellbeing have been brought to the fore in recent months, as we all grapple with life in the wake of Covid 19. One of the biggest collective takes from lockdown has been the need to prioritise self-care…
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Earth aware and made by hand.
Organic, textured, and subtle. If bold statement jewellery is not your thing, then never fear. Considered, minimal and eco-conscious adornment is also a rising trend that is surely here to stay.
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3 statement jewellery brands to covet.
Big, bold and contemporary. Statement jewellery has definitely been a growing trend in the fashion world over the past few years, and shows no signs of abating.
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Mindful connection in times of Covid.
“There was a shift in my colour palette when we all had to hunker down at home,” says Sheffield-based printmaker Luiza Hulub, “and I started printed with a lot of happy colours. I think subconsciously I was trying to brighten…
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