Fashion Britain: Why Newcastle Is a Must-Visit for Fashion Lovers

Newcastle will be taking part in Fashion Britain, shining a spotlight on the city’s fashion talent and the creative names making their mark across the North East. It’s another reason to take a closer look at Newcastle’s style, from homegrown designers and independent labels to brands with roots firmly in the region.

It’s a great place to have a wander and see what catches your eye, with designer labels, high-street favourites and independent boutiques. Fancy discovering more? Here’s a look at the exciting events happening for Fashion Britain alongside a sneak peek into Newcastle’s fashion story.

The Fashion Britain events will feature designer talks, exhibitions and creative partnerships across the city. Make sure to save the dates!

Saturday 26th September at Baltic 

This event is now sold out

Hear from North East fashion talent as Newcastle-born designer Genevieve Devine and Barbour’s Ian Bergin join ELLE UK’s Chiara Wilkinson to chat about the region’s influence on their careers, followed by a networking session for budding creatives looking to break into the industry.

Saturday 26th September at Grainger Market 

Future Heritage, delivered by Eldon Square, Fenwick and Newcastle College, will see students create fashion and textile pieces inspired by Newcastle's heritage. The winning designs go on show at Grainger Market before moving to Fenwick Newcastle later in the year, with an exclusive runway show from Jerry J giving the students a proper industry platform. Find out more.

If there’s one name that’s synonymous with shopping in Newcastle, it’s Fenwick. This iconic department store has been a city favourite for generations, packed with designer fashion items, beautiful homeware and the largest beauty hall outside London. Take your time browsing the latest fashion, treating yourself to a beauty pick-me-up or having a nose around the homeware before stopping for coffee, lunch or a drink in the Food Hall. In fact, with so much to see, you’ll probably want to make an entire day of it. 

Eldon Square is right in the heart of Newcastle, it’s home to plenty of high-street favourites, premium labels, beauty brands and lifestyle names all under one roof, so there’s something to suit every style. Fancy a beauty haul? Sephora has you covered. Looking for something for your home? Take a wander around Søstrene Grene. Or simply see where the day takes you as you browse the shops and pick up a few new favourites too.

Newcastle’s fashion story doesn’t stop at the city centre. The wider North East is home to some seriously recognisable names, including Barbour, which was founded just along the coast in South Shields. Its iconic wax jackets have become a wardrobe staple around the world, with a few famous fans along the way, including generations of the Royal Family!

Looking for something with a little more edge? END. is a Newcastle-born fashion favourite, bringing together contemporary fashion, luxury labels and streetwear from some of the biggest names around. What started in Newcastle now has a global following, with stores in London, Manchester and Milan but you can still browse the latest drops right here in the city where it all began. It’s a brilliant example of how Newcastle’s fashion scene keeps evolving, with homegrown names making waves far beyond the North East.

Known for bold, one-of-a-kind pieces, Newcastle based designer Corey Dixon gives discarded clothing a whole new lease of life through upcycling and creates gender-neutral designs that are made to be worn your way. With a focus on making fashion feel more accessible, creative and sustainable, Somebody Else’s Guy is all about stepping outside the usual rules and finding something that feels completely you. It’s a brilliant example of the independent talent helping to shape Newcastle’s ever-evolving fashion scene.

For a taste of Newcastle’s independent style, head to Ouseburn. The creative neighbourhood is packed with designers, makers and independent businesses. Fashion is part of that story too. RE:BOURN founded by Sophie Cabourn, brings a sustainable approach to archive fashion, continuing her family’s long-standing connection with the industry. It’s just one of the local names making Ouseburn a fantastic place to visit for anyone who likes their fashion with a great story behind it.