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We Love Shopping in Lancashire - keep it local and support your traders

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May 17th 2012

Looking for some fabulous style but don’t want High Street brands? All the items on this page are on sale in your town’s shops – so why not keep it local and support your traders?

Millican - the eco-friendly bag maker from the Lakeland set to go global

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March 30th 2012

A company inspired by Lakeland’s legendary caveman is about to go global. Mark Gilligan meets the owners

Troutbeck couple find a sparkling new career in contemporary jewellery making

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March 27th 2012

The public sector jobs crunch led one Lakeland couple to create a contemporary jewellery business in Troutbeck. Amanda Griffiths reports Photography by John Cocks

Lancashire’s best boutiques predict what the stylish ladies will be wearing in Spring

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March 26th 2012

Our pick of Lancashire’s best boutiques tell us what the stylish lady will be wearing this season.

Swishing - the latest clothes recycling craze comes to Clitheroe

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March 13th 2012

Amanda Griffiths heads to a party in Clitheroe to join the latest clothes swapping craze Photography by Kirsty Thompson

Romantic fashion that's perfect for Valentine's Day

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February 13th 2012

Get into the red-hot spirit of romance this month with our selection of hot picks

Dress to impress - Vintage Bridal fashions

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February 1st 2012

The vintage trend continues in the bridal world this year, writes Amanda Griffiths, with pearl and diamante embellishments and sleek and flowing dress shapes. The royal influence also flourishes, with tiers and ruffles in Victoriana chic

Stiff collars - what stylish chaps are putting around their necks

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January 16th 2012

True style is worth sticking your neck out for, as Ray D’Arcy reports

Treat a loved one with a beautiful watch this Christmas

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December 7th 2011

Treat a loved one with a beautiful watch this Christmas

Salford's Charlotte Verity prepares for Dazzle, the contemporary jewellery exhibition in Manchester

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November 17th 2011

Jewellery created in a Salford back yard will be among the highlights of a major exhibition in Manchester

Nikki Hesford - The Kirkham mum behind the fashion label for big busted women

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November 4th 2011

Nikki Hesford shattered the stereotype of young single mums and is now one of the country’s most successful young entrepreneurs after launching Miss Fit UK Paul Mackenzie reports Photography by Kirsty Thompson

Statement, chunky knitwear is going to be key this season

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September 30th 2011

Lighter knits, layered under the tunic dress and worn with thick tights and boots will be a key trend to watch out for too; invest in a furry trimmed gilet for the ultimate in cosy style writes Amanda Griffiths

From Boys to Men - Mens Wedding Fashion

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September 7th 2011

Grown-up looks for the groom and male wedding guests this season

Gorgeous outfits for the well-dressed mother-of-the-bride and female wedding guests this season

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September 7th 2011

Gorgeous outfits for the well-dressed mother-of-the-bride and female wedding guests this season

The A-Z of Lancashire’s best boutiques

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September 2nd 2011

We present our A-Z of Lancashire’s best boutiques where you’ll find everything from shoes and clothes to jewellery and accessories.

Poppy Sparkles - putting a twist on jewellery in Thornton

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August 10th 2011

We meet the Thornton mum-preneur who is putting a twist on traditional charm jewellery. Amanda Griffiths reports Photography by Kirsty Thompson

Summer Style - beach accessories

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July 3rd 2011

From beach bags to suitcases we check out some holiday essentials you won't want to be without this summer

Lancashire jeweller Leonard Dews secures prestigious Rolex account

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June 3rd 2011

Leonard Dews, the independent, family-owned Lancashire jewellers, is celebrating after securing the agency for luxury watch brand, Rolex, with the Blackpool store becoming one of just four such official stockists in the region.

A Few Fine Things have bags of energy in Manchester’s Northern Quarter

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May 12th 2011

A talented couple had to fight hard to stop their handbag business from folding. They’re glad they made the effort. Emma Mayoh reports PHOTOGRAPHY BY KIRSTY THOMPSON

Keep your cool with the latest in cruisewear

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May 6th 2011

Cruising in the tropics? Then you’ll need a holiday wardrobe that can take the heat. These gorgeous outfits will ensure you stay cool on deck both day and night Compiled by Antonia Edwards