Highlights from BLE 2022
Over 230 exhibitors, including more than 30 first-time exhibitors, attended the fashion-themed edition of Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) on 20-22 September at ExCeL London. Retail visitor numbers (as a percentage
Over 230 exhibitors, including more than 30 first-time exhibitors, attended the fashion-themed edition of Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) on 20-22 September at ExCeL London. Retail visitor numbers (as a percentage
Bertish and Company Ltd, the creator and owner of children’s character brand Zuma the Dog, has a new partnership with US augmented reality (AR) tech company XR Goods to bring
The Harrogate International Nursery Fair organising team is inviting all exhibitors and visitors to its After-Show Party. The event is free to attend and will include entertainment and the opportunity
Asia's largest fashion fair, CHIC - China International Fashion Fair, serves the entire fashion chain, from production and distribution to new industry developments. With three trade fairs a year −
To help the industry on its journey to a circular economy, retailers, resale platforms, charity retailers and industry experts have come together to develop a guideline on second-hand and pre-loved
The Insights Family - the global leader in kids, parents, and family market intelligence - recently launched its inaugural Licensing Report at Brand Licensing Europe. The report, in association with
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) welcomes the government's announcement that it will help cut energy bills for businesses. Having campaigned tirelessly for clarification from the government for almost a
The Sustainability in Licensing Conference (SILC) will take place on 18 October at the Royal Geographic Society in London. Marking SILC’s first in-person event, the conference will also be available
Nicola Cockerill, senior associate at Buckles Solicitors, focuses on the legality and feasibility of prohibiting visible tattoos in the workplace. The popularity of tattoos in the UK shows little sign of
According to new research from the 2022 Mintel Consulting Sustainability Barometer, consumer fears over climate change have escalated around the globe over the last year. Between 2021-22, the number of
As the UK’s nursery industry awaits the return of Harrogate International Nursery Fair in October, the Baby Products Association launches its industry show awards – the Baby and Nursery Trade
Following the success of its April 2022 show, INDX Toys & Nursery Gifts will return to Cranmore Park Conference and Exhibition Centre on 18-19 April 2023. Curated by a team with
Il Gufo is launching a new ecommerce site with FiloBlu that will help the Italian children's clothing brand accelerate its online business and create ad hoc projects to develop its
This year’s SmallBiz100 line-up has been revealed by the Small Business Saturday UK campaign, as it marks its 10th anniversary with a call for the public to support small businesses
Anthony Green, CTO of cyber security firm FoxTech, discusses how to communicate with customers after a cyber attack has occurred. The short-term costs of a cyber attack are significant. Investigating and
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has welcomed the news that the government is intervening in the energy crisis for businesses, and will be getting a support package for the
Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO) enjoyed a successful second edition on 24-26 August 2022 at the Istanbul Expo Center. As a central hub between Europe and Asia, IFCO welcomed almost 15,500 visitors
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
The enforceability of non-compete restrictions after an agency, distribution, or franchise agreement has come to an end can be an important factor in deciding how to proceed in many situations. With