Eleanor Charles: Shaping family-focused retail
Katie Heptonstall, owner of the childrenswear brand Eleanor Charles, shares the story behind her expanding retail business. From initial pop-ups in York and Nottingham to a permanent shop in York
Katie Heptonstall, owner of the childrenswear brand Eleanor Charles, shares the story behind her expanding retail business. From initial pop-ups in York and Nottingham to a permanent shop in York
Highlights from the a/w 26 fashion show at Babykid Spain + FIMI, which took place in Valencia on 21-23 January. Photography: Emily Kornya [gallery columns="2" size="large" ids="59245,59244,59235,59231,59236,59230,59233,59234,59240,59242,59241,59239,59237"]
Steph Marsh, an employment law specialist and head of the employment team at Coodes Solicitors, discusses the use of artificial intelligence in recruitment and HR processes. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly
CWB editor Laura Turner selects five must-have children’s collections to get in store, from fashion and accessories through to activewear. 01: Kindred Launched to trade at Playtime Paris this season, Kindred (pictured
Istanbul will once again become an international hub for the fashion industry when IFCO – Istanbul Fashion Connection, including IFCO Kids, opens its doors for the ninth time on 4-7
Building on decades of expertise in fit, material quality, and child-friendly design, Ricosta has launched its own barefoot brand: QNUFFS. QNUFFS combines an innovative barefoot concept with trusted Ricosta quality, with
Backed by deep manufacturing expertise, in-house design and tooling, and a clear commitment to fit-led development, PRENTA is rapidly establishing itself as a serious player in the children’s footwear market. The
Whether you are seeking to upgrade existing equipment or expand your current offer, Printwear & Promotion LIVE! on 22-24 February 2026 at Birmingham’s NEC will showcase a comprehensive range. The
Splish, Splash & Splosh are new kids’ footwear ranges by Muddies, a trusted name under the family-owned Grubs Boots brand, which has evolved through nine generations and can trace its
The upcoming editions of INDX National Kidswear and Kids Footwear Shows, which take place at Cranmore Park on 15-16 February, will once again position the event as a key meeting
Award-winning changing bag and accessories brand, Tiba + Marl, has a new collaboration with activewear powerhouse Sweaty Betty, bringing a bold new look to two of its bestselling designs –
The Parently Group, UK licensee for Lelli Kelly Clothing, will present the brand’s debut autumn/winter collection at INDX National Kidswear Show in February. Ahead of the launch, CWB gains exclusive
A new exhibitor at The Schoolwear Show in October, Product Promotion Services represents the stationery brands Staedtler and Exaclair. Staedtler’s products have become everyday essentials in classrooms and study spaces around
After more than 73 years of manufacturing baby shoes in the UK, the directors of Early Days have made the difficult decision to close their factory in Leicester. Persistent increases in
The Baby Products Industry Association (BPIA) has opened entries for the BPIA Awards 2026, sponsored by Nursery Today, celebrating excellence across the baby products sector. Industry experts, rather than consumers alone,
Grass & Air is introducing The Chunkies, a brand-new wellies collection designed to support confident puddle jumping and everyday outdoor adventures. Building on the success of the brand’s popular Shorties
Little Simon UK, the preschool and novelty imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Books, has acquired Magic Milestones, the brand-new series from child behavioural expert and inventor of My Carry Potty, Amanda Jenner. Isobel
As Children’s Show marks its fifth edition, founder Virginia Zingone reflects on a moment that signals just how far the kids’ market has come, and how much runway still lies
Independent retailers have a major opportunity to stand out using artificial intelligence (AI), a new podcast has revealed. The latest episode of High Street Matters from the British Independent Retailers
Childrenswear rental platform, Borro, has launched a new pilot that enables parents to rent children’s clothing directly from participating brands’ online stores, providing an alternative to buying new. The initiative
London schoolwear supplier, School Uniform Direct (SUD), has opened a brand-new flagship store in central Fulham, marking a new chapter and securing its future in the community it has served