For 2020, parenting brand Close is continuing its journey towards increased sustainability and lower impact materials that are better for the planet. Highlights include the launch of innovative fabrics and
CWB's pick of childrenswear brands to watch. Kayla Kids Established in October 2019, Kayla Kids (pictured above) is a new childrenswear brand built on the principles of being unique, high quality and
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has welcomed a new £50m boost to help local authorities prepare high streets for reopening. The fund for councils to help their local high
Silver Cross and sister brand Micralite have donated thousands of pounds worth of prams and baby products to help families in need. The donations are in response to the Covid-19
John Lewis will begin reopening its shops for customers as part of a gradual approach from Monday 15 June. It will start with its Poole and Kingston department stores, which
Triangle, a contemporary fashion and lifestyle boutique in Clapton, has launched A Small Triangle, a new children's concept store on Chatsworth Road, London. The children's store officially opened on 7 March
The Prime Minister has confirmed that non-essential shops across England can reopen from 15 June. This includes stores selling clothes, shoes, toys, furniture, books and electronics. Plus tailors, auction houses,
There has been a fantastic response to the shortage of scrubs from the general public over the last few months, with volunteers forming localised hubs across the UK and taking
William Turner, manufacturer and supplier of school ties and accessories, has produced a set of social distancing posters for retailers to use in-store once they reopen. Featuring the company’s familiar and
During a time where many physical stores remain closed, Facebook Shops provides a facility to help small businesses trade. The new online platform enables any seller to bring their business
Silky Tots is an innovative new baby brand from Australia that specialises in luxurious silk sleep and lifestyle accessories. CWB meets founder and native Scot, Nikki Bardis, to learn more
The Independent Retailers Confederation (IRC), a group of trade organisations representing different independent retail sectors across the UK, has launched ‘We are open’; an online map and directory of independent
School uniform brand Trutex has launched a scheme to allow pupils to send thank-you notes to their teachers across the UK. The initiative is completely free of charge and children
UK brand Term Footwear, which designs, manufactures and sells school shoes, has launched a major campaign to create the next generation of kids’ shoes: Sole Buddy. The new Sole Buddy
Despite some easing of lockdown rules, new businesses registering on ebay.co.uk will continue to pay zero fees to list or sell until 31 July 2020. This represents a two-month extension
Ben Nolan and Stephen Sidkin of Fox Williams LLP discuss cookies and what online retailers need to do to comply. When a consumer views clothing on your website, will they see
The John Lewis Partnership has confirmed it will donate a further £1.4m to around 3,000 local charities. Donations will go to charities helping those most in need during the pandemic.
Get Local is a new partnership launched by local information hub Nextdoor and Barclays to help connect people across the UK with local businesses in their communities. Get Local will enable UK businesses on Nextdoor
A selection of our favourite finds, from clothing, swimwear and footwear through to toys and accessories. Meet the newest kids on the block. Pop My Way Before launching innovative babywear brand Pop
The Schoolwear Association has produced a range of graphics for its members to use on their own social media channels. The graphics aim to encourage parents to buy online, visit stores
Launched in November 2019, Den&Sett is an independent online store offering a selection of sustainable kids’ paper products. Whilst the company buys in a proportion of its range, the craft packs,
