The INDX National Kidswear and Kids Footwear Shows will bring the childrenswear industry together this weekend for two days of buying, networking and expert insight. Taking place from Sunday 5 July
UK children’s footwear brand Dubs Universe has strengthened its international growth ambitions after taking part in The Great British Pitch India, a trade initiative designed to connect export-ready British SMEs
Anna Pangbourne, CEO of the Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust (FTCT), explains how the charity’s 2026 Back to School campaign highlights the wider challenges working parents in the fashion and
With its versatile casualwear, standout occasionwear, practical schoolwear and a new activewear range, Lelli Kelly Clothing is building momentum and giving childrenswear retailers even more reason to buy into the
Blues Baby is strengthening its offer for s/s 27, as the timeless babywear brand continues to broaden its appeal across UK and European independent baby boutiques, department stores and end
Photography is a key business tool in childrenswear, influencing how a brand is perceived and giving independent retailers strong visual material to use both in-store and online. For Picture Book
American lifestyle brand Lilly Pulitzer has partnered with childrenswear brand Janie and Jack to introduce a limited-edition collaboration designed to celebrate joyful, multi-generational style. The capsule blends Lilly Pulitzer's Palm Beach
Home, gift, fashion and lifestyle trade show, Autumn Fair, has revealed the first details of its 2026 content programme, including the launch of its brand-new Counter Talks Stage, a dedicated
The First Time Mums Choice Awards 2026 has named multi-award-winning British baby and children's brand Blade & Rose a winner for its Peter Rabbit™ Neutral Collection. Voted for by parents, with
Amanda Jenner, child and behavioural expert and founder of My Carry Potty, has launched her new book, Ready for My Potty. As part of the launch, she appeared on This
New insight from Spring & Autumn Fair, in partnership with Faire, shows community-building is becoming one of independent retail’s most powerful yet underused growth drivers. The findings, taken from the recently
Sophie Mirman, founder of Trotters, has been awarded an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in His Majesty the King's Birthday Honours List for services to retail. The
Children’s fitted footwear expert Start‑Rite Shoes has made three strategic appointments across training, sales and product, as it enters the key Back to School trading period. The brand has appointed Callum
M&S Kids has introduced a new Disney and Pixar Toy Story 5 collection, offering a playful capsule inspired by the characters ahead of the highly anticipated film release in cinemas
Playtime is reinventing the traditional trade show experience this summer, rolling out a new festival‑inspired concept across its Paris, New York and Los Angeles editions. The refreshed format - Playtime
The Baby Products Industry Association (BPIA) welcomed members, non-members and associate partners from the nursery sector to its AGM, Seminar Programme, Awards Presentation and Networking Event in London last week. Among
The summer editions of INDX National Kidswear and Kids Footwear Shows are presenting themselves as more than a product showcase, with trend-led content, expert advice and post-show networking - all
The Puppet Company is taking centre stage at Hamleys Regent Street this summer, with its first-ever dedicated window display celebrating 25 years of puppets, imaginative play and family fun. Running
From 15 -17 September 2026, Kind + Jugend in Cologne will bring together the international industry for high-quality baby and toddler products. The spotlight will be on key developments in
With parents beginning to think about Back to School shopping, HI-TEC presents its Kids Collection offering school shoes for active kids. The XT115 JR and XT115 EZ JR are practical, sporty
Associated Independent Stores (AIS) has announced that managing director Sue Kemp will be stepping down from her role at the end of December 2026. The timing of the announcement allows
