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| March/April 2025 |
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Must-have fashion focus
The fashion accessories industry is getting a rejuvenated show offering, with the new partnership between Pure and Moda marking a new chapter. From womenswear and footwear to accessories, watches, and jewellery, the diverse product offerings provided buyers with a true fashion feast – both on the aisles and beyond.
The Pure catwalk dazzled with stunning pieces showcased by equally striking models, offering endless inspiration for the buying seasons ahead.
Looking forward, this issue explores must-have fashion accessories to stock, from clutch bags and summer shoes to premium leather goods. We also shine a spotlight on women’s jewellery and the continued rise of industry stalwart Linda Macdonald.
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| Source Fashion builds a community for change |
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Source Fashion, Europe's leading responsible sourcing show, has concluded another successful edition, welcoming a 32 percent increase in visitor numbers.
Now in its 3rd year, the event continues to serve as a vital platform for retailers, brands, and wholesalers seeking ethical and responsible manufacturing partners from around the world.
Across the three day event, sourcing, designing, sustainability and buying teams from John Lewis, Harrods, NEXT, ASOS, Joseph, New Look, Reiss, Gant, Stella McCartney, Fortnum and Mason, French Connection Hunter Boots, Sophia Webster, Lulu Guinness, River Island, The Saville Row Company, Barbour, Channel, Claires, Hunter Boots, Lucy & Yak, ME + EM, Charlies Tyrwhitt, Birkenstock, Boohoo, QVC and Yours Clothing and many more attended.
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| Robin Valley opens first store following Start Up Loan success |
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Robin Valley, a sustainable jewellery brand founded by husband-and-wife duo Liang Zhang and Wanchong Chen, has opened its first physical store in Manchester's Arndale Centre.
The business completed 54 transactions on its opening day, with takings of over £1,000.
The opening marks a significant milestone in the business's rapid growth since it secured a £15,000 Start Up Loan from the British Business Bank's Start Up Loans programme in 2023. In doing so it crossed a milestone of £1bn of Start Up Loans financing for start up and early stage businesses.
With a strong focus on sustainability, Robin Valley is known for its crafted wooden fashion jewellery, designing and selling earrings, necklaces, key chains and more.
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| New campaign launches urging retailers to prioritise accessibility |
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As the June 2025 deadline for the European Accessibility Act approaches, Nexer Digital has launched a new campaign, I Matter Too, to raise awareness about the importance of inclusive online experiences.
The campaign aims to encourage online retailers to act now and embrace digital accessibility as a core part of their strategy, not just to meet legal requirements but to go beyond compliance and deliver true inclusivity.
I Matter Too sheds light on the barriers faced by people with disabilities in accessing digital services, apps, and platforms, tools that have become essential to daily life.
The campaign video, central to the initiative, highlights real stories from individuals who have struggled with inaccessible technologies and services.
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| Walking stick specialist Classic Canes announces new ownership |
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British walking stick specialist Classic Canes has announced a forthcoming change of ownership. From 1st June 2025, Classic Canes will be owned by its long-term supplier, Gastrock of Germany.
Classic Canes' managing director and co-owner Charlotte Gillan said, "My parents and I are delighted to have accepted an offer for Classic Canes from our long-term suppliers and close personal friends, the Gastrock family of Germany. Hans and Elke Gastrock and their children, Peter and Sara, share our commitment to excellence in design and quality and they are the perfect people to supply our customers in Great Britain and beyond."
Gastrock was established in 1868 and has passed through many generations of the same family. The company manufactures high quality wooden walking sticks in Germany to this day and is also an established international wholesaler.
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| The Hong Kong Gifts and Premium Fair celebrates its 40th edition |
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The Hong Kong Trade Development Council is set to unveil the 7 LifeStyle Trade Events, covering gifts, houseware, fashion, printing and packaging, and licensing.
These events will take place from 27 to 30 April 2025, with the gifts and houseware fairs will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. With the latest products and trends on display under one roof, the events will feature a curated selection of lifestyle products and services from around the world, maximising and diversifying buyers' sourcing in one go.
Of the 7 events, the Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair is the longest-running and will celebrate its 40th edition in 2025.
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| Faire's 2025 forecast reveals four major consumer and product trends |
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Independent retailers will stock more adventure-inspired accessories, opulent vintage pieces, natural goods and playful nostalgic items this year, according to the 2025 forecast from online wholesale marketplace Faire.
Faire's newly-released report examined thousands of product searches from the independent retailers using the platform across the world to identify the products that are expected to see a surge in demand in 2025 and the four consumer trends behind their growing appeal:
Victorian noir
It found a growing appetite for bold, indulgent décor and accessories among Faire's retailers, influenced by period dramas and the rejection of pared-back minimalism, was contributing to a rise in searches for shop owners looking for 'burgundy', 'mirrors', and 'brocade' on the platform.
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| Scoop announces new venue and campaign for SS25 |
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Contemporary fashion and lifestyle show Scoop has announced an exciting move to Olympia National Kensington, London for the upcoming SS25 show, taking place 13-15 July 2025.
A beautifully renovated heritage building with a serious design pedigree, having housed iconic fashion events over its 100-year history, Olympia National Kensington will provide the perfect backdrop for Scoop to expand their repertoire of emerging and exclusive designers in a more elevated and spacious venue.
Scoop's Founder and Managing Director Karen Radley says, "We're always seeking the new, and our new home will soon unveil its most beautiful incarnation yet. We can't wait to welcome you to this exciting new chapter!"
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| Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
2-12 Jul 2025 - New Designers 2025
Business Design Centre, 52 Upper St, London, N1 0QH
www.newdesigners.com
8-10 Jul 2025 - Source Fashion
Olympia London, Hammersmith Rd, London, W14 8UX
www.source-fashion.com
13-15 Jul 2025 - Scoop
Olympia West, 12 Blythe Rd, London, W14 0JQ
www.scoop-international.com
13-15 Jul 2025 - INDX MAN
Cranmore Park in Solihull, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 4LF
www.indxshows.co.uk
20-22 Jul 2025 - INDX WOMAN
Cranmore Park Conference & Event Centre, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 4LF
www.indxshows.co.uk |
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