The brainchild of UK-based global licensing organisation, Brand Machine Group (BMG), Portofino Kids is a new online store offering a curated edit of premium childrenswear brands from around the world. Stocking
The Society of Shoe Fitters was founded in 1959 as a not-for-profit making organisation to assist both the trade and public in circulating information relating to good shoe fitting and
On Wednesday 16 February, Banner launched its very first ‘Know-How Seminar’ for a group of retailers to discuss the all-important topics of the updated DfE guidance and schoolwear tendering. Banner’s seminar
Handmade baby brand, Gooseberry Fool, intertwines the art of crochet with cherished family memories, ethics and empowerment of women. As the business enters a new phase of growth, CWB speaks
Established in September 2021, Eco Baby Box is a boutique for 0 to 4 years based in Ottery St Mary, a small town in East Devon. Business owner Nicci Simpson
Following the success of last year’s first Made in UK Day, Make it British − a community of UK-made brands and manufacturers – is running the campaign again. Taking place on
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has responded to the announcement by the government about the full lifting of Covid-19 restrictions. In response to this statement, Bira's CEO Andrew Goodacre, says;
The Baby Glass Bottle marks the latest launch from premium Danish baby brand, BIBS. Developed in the purest material, the bottles are 100% safe from harmful chemicals and emit no
According to retail expert Springboard, last week’s storms heavily impacted footfall across the UK, with a -3.8% decline from the week before and drops in all three destination types, leaving
According to retail expert Springboard, footfall rose by +2.2% last week in UK retail destinations from the week before, with increases in each of the three destination types: +2.6% in
Jane Shepherd, founder of organic childrenswear brand Pigeon, discusses the new a/w 22 collection – including a debut capsule for adults – and why making a difference, both socially and
Helen Greaves, owner of Bromsgrove-based independent school uniform shop S&H Schoolwear and Sports, discusses the history behind her family-run business and the importance of supporting the local community. Many independent schoolwear
CWB's pick of the childrenswear brands to watch. O Moon Many years working in the luxury womenswear industry together with the birth of her fourth child were the catalyst for Hannah Exley-Myers’
British business is getting back on track, with resilient entrepreneurs up and down the country showing signs of recovery after overcoming the obstacles of the Covid-19 pandemic. The past two years
The new Space Explorer Placemat to Go by Eatsleepdoodle allows kids to colour-in and discover the solar system. The fun and educational placemat also includes a set of 10 wash-out
Danish baby and toddler brand, BIBS, has launched a new pacifier. With its artistic silhouette, BIBS Boheme takes inspiration from modern bohemian style with a deep appreciation for mother nature.
Specialist schoolwear retailer, Tru Uniforms, has won School Supply Store of the Year - Manchester & North West England 2021/2022 in the Prestige Awards. The brand Tru Schoolwear was launched in
The childrenswear community turned out in force last month in support of the industry’s much-loved national trade show, INDX Kidswear, which took place at Cranmore Park exhibition venue in Solihull
Clare Cummins, a mum of three with a passion for fashion, launched Bella Diosa in 2018, initially focusing on Instagram. As interest grew, so did Bella Diosa’s platform. Cummins built her
Styled to Sparkle, the home of felt bunting for babies' nurseries and children’s playrooms and bedrooms, has launched brand-new children’s collections for 2022. The two new hero kids’ bedroom collections are
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has made a statement about the recently released Levelling Up White Paper, which is set to regenerate town centres. In the report, one of the
