For a century, Madeira has led the market in the production of high-quality embroidery threads. With distribution centres around the globe and a company-wide dedication to providing superior customer service,
Six independent schoolwear retailers discuss their Back to School retail experiences for 2019. Sally Stephenson, director, The Pencil Case “This year’s Back to School was better than in 2018. We exceeded our sales
Rowlinson Knitwear is on a mission to use the power of business as a force for good by becoming a Certified B Corporation. CWB's Laura Turner reports. Guided by the core
Old School Uniform is a new one-stop website for parents wanting to give away or sell second-hand school uniform. Within months of its official launch, the site already has over
Winterbottom’s brand manager Suzanne Knowles discusses the company’s latest product developments for 2020. CWB: Have you added many new items to the Winterbottom’s range for 2020? Suzanne Knowles: We have made a
An open letter from the SA addressing the current threats to the market. The schoolwear industry and those employed in it work tirelessly to deliver products that we believe are vital
Ethical schoolwear manufacturer Rowlinson Knitwear is investing in a photovoltaic (PV) solar scheme for its Stockport head office. By adopting the PV system, over the course of a 12-month period,
From 1 October 2019, Coolflow Schoolwear will distribute the Charles Kirk brand from its business operation in Leicester. Worthing based schoolwear specialist Charles Kirk has been run for over 75
Laura Turner talks Back to School readiness with Glenn Leech, Banner’s CEO. Laura Turner: How was Back to School in 2018? Glenn Leech: We delivered our best ever year for service. This
Everything you need to know about this year’s Schoolwear Association Awards, which celebrate the hard work and dedication shown by those in the schoolwear industry. What are the Schoolwear Association Awards? Now
This month BE Schoolwear, the schoolwear specific division of family business Border Embroideries, opened its seventh store, BE Schoolwear Borders. Located at the company’s headquarters in Greenlaw, Berwickshire, BE Schoolwear Borders
This week sees Rowlinson Knitwear named as the UK’s 5th Best Workplace™ for Women. The award falls within the small business category of the Great Place to Work® Programme. Achieving the
Schoolwear retailer Brenda’s is currently commemorating its 70th year. CWB speaks to company director Jan Green to discuss the business’s milestones and its longstanding commitment to progression and innovation. Brenda’s is
Stevensons School Uniform Outfitters is linking up with the parent-created 'Old School Uniform' recycling website. Stevensons, the UK’s largest independent school uniform retailer, is supporting the cause after making an initial
