Living Northeast | Fashion

Fabulous falsies

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 13:09:46 +0000

Lauren Pyrah enjoys a head-to-toe makeover that leaves her hair shining, lashes fluttering and nails gleaming.

Smooth talking guy

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 13:43:12 +0000

Looking good as well as feeling good is the mantra at Jupiter Health Club in Easington. Ruth Addicott finds out more about what’s on offer.

Pecs appeal

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:05:29 +0000

Men in the North-East are spending their redundancy packages on facing the future in better shape. Ruth Addicott investigates.

Forging ahead

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 17:30:33 +0000

A factory machinist who went on become a blacksmith and artist and a secretary who retrained as jewellery maker now create some unique gifts, as well as providing a showcase for some fantastic artworks Ruth Campbell meets an inspirational couple who have just realised another dream.

Judy’s gems

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 17:23:55 +0000

From agate to amber, a designer with a gem of a business has some dazzling gifts on offer.

Looking young

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 17:18:07 +0000

A new company offering bespoke, good quality, original clothes for children has become so popular, parents are asking for the pieces to be made in a bigger size. Ruth Addicott talks to its founder, textile designer Kate Carrick.

Suits you, sir

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 14:25:49 +0100

As traditional tailors Humphrey & Tilly celebrates its first year in business, Ruth Addicott takes a closer look at what’s inside.

Take Control

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:36:39 +0100

Sexy suspenders or Spanx pants? At Violette Lingerie, in Yarm, demand appears to be for the latter. Ruth Addicott reports.

Whale of a time

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:20:35 +0100

Whale bones, rubies and Anglo Saxon brooches have all been sources of inspiration for jewellery designer Lynne Glazzard. Ruth Addicott talks to her about some of her more unusual pieces.

Smooth operator

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:11:12 +0100

Jessica Sherriff has become known for her contemporary acrylic jewellery, based on scenes from the North East and Yorkshire. Ruth Addicott catches up with her