Selfridges has shared its first annual report following the launch of its transformational sustainability strategy, Project Earth, in August 2020. The report details the initiative’s progress and the next steps
Following on from the success of the Joy and Positivity range for s/s 22, award-winning children’s outerwear brand Muddy Puddles is launching the Happy Planet collection for s/s 23. The Happy
The John Lewis Partnership is recruiting over 10,000 temporary roles across the country this Christmas to meet increased demand over the busy festive period. To help with the cost of
Little Omo is launching at Selfridges London and on Selfridges.com, introducing a collection of inclusive educational toys to the department store. Selfridges will stock Little Omo’s face puzzles that celebrate
Swedish childrenswear brand Polarn O. Pyret (PO.P) will complete its truly circular fashion model in the UK this month when its second hand service launches across its entire clothing collection. A
With waste in the fashion industry being an increasing concern for both customers and businesses, retail tech start-up, Slip, reveals that 62% of Brits have considered purchasing second-hand clothing to
After speaking to exhibitors at Playtime & Kid’s Hub New York, Abigail Baldwin, Head of Brand at Buttercrumble, discusses the industry’s current state of play. “For any organisation, its community usually
Footfall figures for the August bank holiday weekend show all UK retail destinations increased by +5.3% across Saturday and Sunday in comparison to the previous week, according to retail expert
Following a recent survey with its members, the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has revealed almost 88% of independent shops feel they are being forced into raising their prices to
Neonimo has the vision to reduce landfill through responsible end-to-end production, using sustainability-conscious materials and practices to make eco-friendly products. Designed in London and made in the UK by expert craftspeople,
As the cost of living continues to rise, new research from the Gift Card and Voucher Association (GCVA) reveals how shoppers are turning to gift cards to cut the cost
Sustainable boys’ fashion brand Boy Wonder is set to reach millions of people after winning an advertising investment worth £10,000. The childrenswear brand produced its winning advert and was picked
Soft toy specialist Kaloo has launched a new keepsake gift in the form of the Carré Douceur soft comforter. Available in a choice of six colours, the range is also
This month saw the opening of the first standalone Schuh Kids store in Manchester. Complete with a newly designed concept, the kids’ store is located in the Trafford Centre next
This year’s Schoolwear Show will provide a helping hand to charities, including Goods for Good, by connecting them with the industry’s key suppliers and retailers. Alongside children’s charity Sal’s Shoes,
For over a decade, gender reveal parties have been a huge trend amongst parents-to-be. But they may not be as popular as they once were, according to a UK survey. Simply
Splash About’s floating pufferfish water toys are soft, tactile and ideal for the pool or bath time. Suitable from 10+ months, babies can grab, throw, play and safely chew the
Following a thorough selection process, Joules has named Jonathon Brown as the Group’s new CEO. This follows the Group’s announcement in May that Nick Jones would be stepping down from
The Insights Family – a global leader in kids, parents, and family market intelligence – uses data from its Making It Matter report to assess how brands can best reach
Crew Clothing Company, the British casualwear brand for men, women and children has implemented the use of 100% recycled polybags across its extensive global supply chain with the support of
Having focused on earth-friendly kidswear for decades, Polarn O. Pyret (PO.P) is on the cusp of completing a circular fashion model as it makes final developments to expand its second
