With almost 30 years’ experience providing waterproofs for nurseries, schools and forest schools, Muddy Puddles’ waterproofs are designed for outdoor learning, suitable for Early Years Key Stages 1 and 2. Every
National Weaving, a proud British manufacturer with over 30 years of experience, is setting a new standard in sustainable manufacturing for woven labels in the schoolwear and fashion industries with
Ideal for schoolwear, the R905J Junior Recycled Microfleece Top is an affordable, lightweight, easy wash and quick dry top from the RESULT® Genuine Recycled range. Offering a sustainable equivalent to
During the school holidays, Ealing Broadway shopping centre provided relief to local families through a free Uniform Store, which included schoolwear donated by SchoolUniformShop.co.uk and the local community. Commenting on the
Charles Kirk’s Eco Plus Sweatshirts, which are made from a unique fabric composed solely of 100% recycled polyester, are now in stock. Each sweatshirt saves an average of 28 plastic
Schoolwear supplier Zeco is doubling the size of its current Romford site, with planning permission passed to increase the warehouse from 40,000 sq. ft to 80,000 sq. ft. The work,
The Schoolwear Show is the biggest event in the schoolwear industry’s calendar and has been a key gathering for schoolwear retailers, suppliers and industry professionals for many years. This year's
CWB’s Laura Turner discusses Back to School performance, new and enhanced products, B Corp recertification, and the benefits of high-quality, durable school uniform with Matt Clark, sales and marketing director
Bruce Freeland, managing director of Banner, provides an insight into the business’s response to the significant changes within the industry, the steps that have been taken to address challenges, and
As UK registered charity Goods For Good celebrates its 10th anniversary, CWB speaks to its founder, Rosalind Bluestone MBE, to learn more about the organisation, how it works with the
Sarah Robins, Group Sustainability Manager at Banner, discusses the journey of becoming a Certified B Corporation. Laura Turner: When did Banner’s sustainability journey begin? Sarah Robins: We launched our sustainability programme some
Schoolwear supplier Banner Ltd. is now a Certified B Corporation (B Corp), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit. Banner Ltd. has
The outstanding work of the charity Goods For Good has been recognised by a national award for one of its volunteers. Retired former schoolwear outfitter, Howard Skolnick, received the award
In the dynamic realm of schoolwear, Chadwick Teamwear is working to address challenges in the industry whilst keeping innovation, flexibility and sustainability at the forefront. For example, it is helping to
Following October's edition of The Schoolwear Show, CWB catches up with some of the new exhibitors to learn more about their product offerings. AIS Sports & Leisure Associated Independent Stores (AIS) buying
Glenn Leech, CEO of Banner, provides a company update including the business’s response to the cost of living crisis and how it is further cementing its dedication to social responsibility. Laura
Charles Kirk launches a new 100% recycled sweatshirt alongside a new website and online ordering system. Laura Turner: Can you tell us more about your new website and ordering system? Sunny Loyal:
BS EN 14682:2014 Safety of children's clothing - Cords and drawstrings on children's clothing – Specifications, is being revised and updated. The current standard is "designated" in the UK and
A group of independent schoolwear retailers recently joined David Luke and the Circular Textiles Foundation for a webinar to go ‘Beyond the Bottle’ and celebrate the forthcoming launch of the
P&P LIVE! 2023, the UK’s only national exhibition for the garment decoration industry, will open its doors on Sunday – will you be there? More than 5,000 visitors from all corners
CWB speaks to independent schoolwear retailers about the ins and outs of incorporating pre-loved school uniform into their offers. Niki Khera, owner, Uniforms by Niki "We have been offering pre-loved school uniform
