See in London Fashion Week in style – with the help of these 6 North East fashion brands

MORCANT

Derived from the Welsh word for ‘sea circle’, Morcant is the brainchild of Matt and Morgan, who created the brand to provide the conscious shopper with a reliable and comfortable range which is both versatile and stylish.

Think about the comforting, tranquil feeling you always feel when you look out at the sea, the constancy of the waves as they lap the shore, and then combine that with Morcant’s never-ending goal to create a circular lifecycle for the garments we wear and you’ll arrive at the ethos of this brand.

Each of their pieces has been crafted to enhance your own effortless style, providing cosy and comfortable daywear and functional basics. With a range of muted colours and light tones, unisex styles and garment types, there’s undoubtedly something for everyone here – and we know (from experience) that you’ll want to wear your Morcant piece day-in, day-out.

By creating quality, gender-free pieces that won’t go out of fashion, Morcant have ensured that your chosen clothing will stand the test of time. After all, they’re made with love, to be loved.

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TORI LO DESIGNS

Tori Lo Designs was established from a love for quality, individuality and all things leather. In creating the business, Tori wanted to cross boundaries within leatherwork, using fun, creative dying techniques to hand-colour every hide and create a unique surface from which her accessories can be moulded.

Every product on offer here is handmade by Tori, who uses only top-quality leather and ensures each and every stitch sits perfectly in place. The best for any handbag lover (including yourself).

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RENNÉ

Renné is a mother and daughter team with a passion for jewellery making. They design unique and timeless jewellery that can be loved and enjoyed for a lifetime. With collections that evolve with the seasons, this inspirational duo aim to create pieces that can be worn in all walks of life – and which will always make you feel special.

Helen and Annie use ethically-sourced silver, gold and semi-precious stones to design classic styles, with endless love and attention to detail going into every piece. They love bringing their designs to life and love to hear about how their handcrafted jewellery becomes part of your own journey, attached to some of your favourite memories. 

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MIMI’S EDIT

Mimi’s Edit is an independent clothing and lifestyle brand for women based in the North East. Stocking products that have been carefully curated and sourced from around the world, you’re guaranteed to find something that’s just a little different to your usual high street offering here.

Owner Preet has a background in fashion and textiles but was working as a secondary school teacher until her son’s leukaemia diagnosis in 2017. After a year of being unable to work because of the need to look after her son, Preet decided to follow her dream and started Mimi’s Edit as a way to fulfil her professional ambitions while still being on hand for her boy.

Mimi’s Edit is all about bringing beautiful clothing and accessories to women who want more from their wardrobe. Versatile style is at the core of their brand values and wearability through your daily activities is a key focus.

Having turned to fashion to maintain positivity and her own sense of identity during the hardest part of her life, Preet is now determined to help you make your fashion fun again.

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BETTY’S BOUDOIR

Nestled right in the heart of the vibrant County Durham town of Sedgefield, Betty’s Boudoir is an oasis of unusual fashion finds – stocking an array of on-trend clothing, footwear, gifts and accessories.

At the reins are mother-and-daughter duo Lily and Cheryl, who handpick everything they stock with love and pride themselves on choosing versatile clothing that not only appeals to all ages, but all sizes too (they stock garments from size 8 through to 26).

The boutique also supports local designers and creators, giving them a platform to develop their ideas and grow their businesses. The collections to be found in Betty’s Boutique feature a range of handmade jewellery, homeware and fashion. So if you’re after something a little different and just a tad on the quirky side, dive into Betty’s world – you won’t regret it.

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ELEVEN BOUTIQUE

Eleven Boutique was created from a love of all things fashion – and the frustration of limited, budget-friendly shopping options. Owner Sally simply wanted to curate her wardrobe, her way. And the rest followed.

Keen to have a unique and inviting space to showcase the simple, effortless style Eleven has now become known for, when the opportunity arose to convert a beautiful, historic former chapel into a new shopping destination back in 2014, Sally took a leap of faith – and the brand was born.

Now firmly calling the picturesque Cramlington home, Eleven is the perfect destination to find effortless, wearable items to carry across the seasons. Our wardrobes should make us excited to get dressed every morning – and shopping with Eleven is certain to stir up that excitement.

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