COVER STORY | SPRING 2023 | SPRING HAS SPRUNG

Spring. A time for rebirth. A time for change. A time for freshness. Flowers will blossom, cold weather turns to warm and fashion takes a new direction as a new season edges upon us. With a cost of living crisis rearing its ugly head, hanging over us all like a storm cloud, we understand here at TREND how many people have been affected during this difficult time. Luxury is not an option for most, but style always prevails, and with style and individuality, the sun will shine again upon us all.

This season, we take a look behind the scenes at one of our favourite new athleisurewear brands Sculpt Activewear, chatting to the brand's creative director, about her journey with the brand, its creative vision and the importance of inclusivity within the fashion industry. We take a look at eight new trends to try without spending a penny on new garments that you already have in your wardrobe. We pay homage to Vivienne Westwood, a trailblazer for British fashion, who we sadly lost at the end of 2022, and we take to the streets to find Manchester's most stylish fashionistas, to talk about their style, their favourite pieces in their wardrobe and how they manage to stay stylish on a budget.
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