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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One dress really does fit all.
“I think ideas are moments, big moments and little moments in your life all coming together and that was what happened with the idea for Careaux.”
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A love that is lasting.
“It’s our connection to clothing, and the relationship we have with our pieces in the wardrobe, which brings such value to our lives,” says Oubas founder Kate Stalker. “To love your clothes and want them to last, and for them…
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As light as aire.
Thanks to the explosion in the UK CBD market over the past few years, more people than ever are discovering its many wellbeing benefits and considering incorporating CBD into their busy modern lifestyles.
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5 new Northern brands to watch in 2020
Starting a new business can be a challenge at the best of times, but starting one in 2020 has certainly presented a whole new set of challenges to overcome!
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Meditations in clay.
Long before potters began crafting at the wheel, they were creating beautiful pots and clay forms using their hands, fingers, and basic tools.
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