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A popular small business skills programme is set to make a comeback to help supercharge Britain’s smallest firms, as the economy shows signs of recovery. Small Business Britain’s Small and
A popular small business skills programme is set to make a comeback to help supercharge Britain’s smallest firms, as the economy shows signs of recovery. Small Business Britain’s Small and
This season, CWB visited the FIMI trade fair in Valencia, Spain. Here are our highlights. The summer edition of FIMI is always smaller than the January show, where it joins with
More than 30,000 visitors from over 100 countries are expected to attend the sixth edition of Europe's largest fashion trade fair, IFCO Istanbul Fashion Connection, which will play host to
Industry expert Fiona Coleman shares some of her highlight collections from Pitti Bimbo SS25. Anja Schwerbrock Anja Schwerbrock is the owner and creative director of the Anja Schwerbrock women’s and kids’ brand
Babykid Spain + FIMI (BKS+FIMI), a leading international trade fair for the children's sector, will hold its fifth edition from Wednesday 22 January to Friday 24 January 2025 in Feria
Following a complete rebranding, the former Baby Products Association, the UK’s trade association representing the baby products industry, will now be known as the Baby Products Industry Association (BPIA). Marc Hardenberg,
The Board of Directors for Swedish childrenswear brand PO.P (formally known as Polarn O. Pyret) has confirmed the appointment of Sara Sjöberg as the forthcoming chief executive officer. Sara Sjöberg steps
Based in Leicestershire and proudly managed by a female-led team, The Kid Collective has been an exciting player in the ecommerce sector since 2009, operating through various successful brands. Following
A growing trend for those seeking to exit their businesses, rather than sell to a competitor they have battled for years, is to sell it to those who have helped
Independent retailers across Britain are calling on Keir Starmer's new Labour government to prioritise high street revival in a special episode of Bira's High Street Matters podcast. Bira, which works with
In honour of Plastic Free July, multi-award-winning children's brand, Pure Earth Collection, is presenting a series of initiatives and product launches that underscore its commitment to sustainability and the health
Following Labour's landslide victory in the July general election, Bira, the British Independent Retailers Association, is urging the new government to make good on its promise of change by prioritising
The Baby Products Association’s 2024 Concept & Innovation Awards are now open for entry. The Association is inviting the nursery industry and wider community, including students and budding entrepreneurs, to
Taking place at Olympia London on 14-16 July 2024, responsible sourcing show, Source Fashion, will put the spotlight on some of the UK’s leading manufacturers, suppliers and businesses supporting the
Zuma the Dog, a children’s brand that creates engaging products to inspire and entertain, including interactive apparel, accessories, books and toys, has launched a new affiliate programme. The initiative is
Kids’ Time Poland is the newest corporate partner of the Baby Products Association, with Association members now able to benefit from a range of exclusive discounts when attending the show. A
Children’s Show, the new international kids’ fashion trade fair, is preparing to return to New York on 29-30 July 2024. CWB catches up with the event’s founder, Virginia Zingone, to
At this month’s INDX Kids show, Brother will be demonstrating to childrenswear retailers how its range of semi-pro embroidery machines can help boost sales and diversify client bases by transforming
The Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust (FTCT) offers grants to fund essential items for the children of UK fashion and textile workers, and from 1-31 July, it will be running
The UK kidswear industry’s national show, INDX Kids, will open this weekend bringing together insight, innovation and top UK and international brands across children’s fashion, occasionwear, footwear and accessories. Taking
The Baby Products Association's AGM and networking event took place in central London on Wednesday 19 June, welcoming a strong turnout of over 80 members and non-members. With a fresh