Clarks launches Back to School Fit Guarantee
As children around the country get ready to start the new school year, Clarks, the 195-year-old British shoe brand, is offering parents and carers a helping hand with its new Back
As children around the country get ready to start the new school year, Clarks, the 195-year-old British shoe brand, is offering parents and carers a helping hand with its new Back
Rowlinson Knitwear (Rowlinson) is donating over 200,000 free disposable face masks to its customers across the UK, helping to keep independent schoolwear retailers safe during the coronavirus pandemic. The employee-owned business
Nursery retailer JoJo Maman Bébé is once again partnering with The World of Eric Carle to extend its Very Hungry Caterpillar range of children’s clothing based on the evergreen book
Different coloured ties are a cost-effective and efficient way of distinguishing house colours. However, they can also play an important role in visually distinguishing ‘pupil bubbles’ when children return to
John Lewis has confirmed that its fast track Click & Collect delivery and returns service will be available in over 500 Co-op food stores by the end of the summer. The
The future of sustainable, ethical fashion with insight from eco-friendly childrenswear retailer, Hugo & Me. The fashion industry is currently the world’s third most polluting industry, with 8.1% of the world’s
Following the government’s latest announcement that business events and conferences will be able to resume in the UK from 1 October 2020, Harrogate International Nursery Fair has confirmed it is
After much deliberation and consultation with customers, attendees and also industry partners, Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) 2020 will transition to an all-virtual event. In its place, the Global Licensing Group at
From 16 July to 9 October 2020, the new Pitti Immagine website is hosting Pitti Connect, the digital platform presenting the summer edition of Pitti Bimbo 91. Furthermore, the offering
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has raised over £1,000 for the Rainy Day Trust (RDT) through its coronavirus membership deal. During lockdown, Bira offered independent retailers the opportunity to sign
Leading licensed dress-up manufacturer Rubie’s UK is looking to the future with the introduction of a new and improved trade website. The UK licensee for Disney, Marvel and also Harry Potter
A new ‘conscious consumer’, more aware of the environmental impact of their purchases, is emerging from the coronavirus lockdown a new research report by PFS and LiveArea reveals. For many consumers,
Cheeky Chompers, the British brand behind the Neckerchew teething bib, has unveiled a new sensory teething toy, the Handychew. The all-new Handychew innovatively combines function with fun. Available in two designs
The team at German brand The Singing Ant is launching its range of artisan-inspired playmats in the UK this summer. Combining both style and practicality, the EVA foam playmats are
The Professional and Business Services Sector and Enterprise Nation, supported by the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy, have teamed up to offer small and medium-sized businesses free expert
Glasgow-based childrenswear business Picture Book Fashion has formed an official partnership with Scottish social care charity, Quarriers. Picture Book Fashion started donating to Quarriers in 2018. It selected the local
In our series of interviews with independent schoolwear retailers on the reopening of their stores, Ash Vij of Tru Uniforms in Manchester shares his experience. Laura Turner: Did you manage to trade online during
A dramatic rise in online shopping is expected to send courier and delivery sales soaring this year. Latest research from Mintel estimates the market will achieve annual growth of 23%
A newly released report by The Schoolwear Association is calling for the quality and sustainability of garments to be key considerations in any changes to school uniform policy. The ‘Schoolwear Association:
Leading baby and nursery retailer, Kiddies Kingdom, has introduced a host of new measures as part of its approach to welcome customers back into its showroom in Dewsbury, Yorkshire. Following the
In our series of interviews with independent childrenswear retailers on the reopening of their stores, A Small Triangle in Hackney shares its experience. CWB: What was lockdown like for A Small Triangle? A Small