Janie and Jack, the iconic children's fashion house, and Hatch, the premium maternity fashion and beauty brand for all stages of motherhood, will make their UK debut with a new dual-concept retail store in London's Chelsea neighbourhood.
Located in the historic Gaumont Building on King's Road, part of a £40 million investment by Cadogan to revitalize the area while preserving its heritage and cultural character, the opening represents the brands' shared commitment to reimagining modern family retail.
"Our London opening represents more than a retail expansion—it's a symbol of our evolving vision," said Mo Beig, President and Chief Financial Officer of Matri Group, parent company to both brands.
Posted: 22 December 2025
Contemporary giftware supplier Enesco is delighted to share that its parent company based in the US Enesco, LLC and Precious Moments, Inc. (PMI) have announced a renewed joint licensing partnership.
Beginning in January 2026, Enesco will be responsible for the development, manufacturing, and distribution of figural and giftware formats for the Precious Moments brand worldwide.
Michael Griffith, President of Enesco Worldwide, commented, "Almost 30 years ago I began my career with Enesco as a Sales Representative for Precious Moments and vividly recall the excitement each product launch brought to both retailers and collectors. Moving forward, Enesco will work closely with the Butcher family to ensure their father's legacy endures with."
Posted: 15 December 2025
With the Fall/Winter 2026-2027 collection, CAPRICE marks the beginning of a season where refined design, premium materials, and functional innovations merge into a distinctive, expressive aesthetic.
Feminine silhouettes, reimagined classics, and a sense of effortless lightness define the overall look. Thoughtfully executed details, balanced lines, and harmonious compositions lend the styles a renewed vibrancy. In doing so, CAPRICE reinforces its commitment to uniting style, comfort, and quality in a signature identity that is unmistakably its own.
Elegant styles receive an urban update and gain noticeable presence in the upcoming Fall/Winter season. The expanded range of knee-high boots – including styles available in width H – reimagines classic shapes with refined, feminine accents.
Posted: 9 December 2025
Full-service packaging supplier Hunter Luxury has reinforced its reputation as a luxury packaging specialist after it took home one award and two Highly Commended titles from the UK Packaging Awards.
Hunter Luxury's work on the Hendrick's gin Whimsical Watering Can – in collaboration with brand owner William Grant & Sons and Boundless Brand Design – won the coveted Limited Edition Pack of the Year prize and was Highly Commended in the Best International Pack category. Meanwhile, Hunter Luxury's collaboration with whisky specialist Chivas Brothers and design agency JDO Global for The Glenlivet brand on a stunning anodised aluminium display case finished with brushed copper for its 40-year-old expression was also Highly Commended in the Luxury Pack of the Year category.
Posted: 3 November 2025
The Puppet Company, the family-run world leader in puppets and soft toys is delighted to announce the appointment of a new Sales Manager, as the brand welcomes Nicola Mawby to its team.
With a strong passion for the toy and gift industry, Nicola has worked with several leading brands during her 20+ year career. In her most recent role as National Account Manager at Warmies, Nicola established a wealth of knowledge and nurtured a number of long-lasting relationships with key contacts at both independent and multiple retail accounts, making her the perfect candidate.
Speaking about her new role, Nicola said: "I have admired The Puppet Company for many years, so joining the team is a real coup for me. It's a lovely business with great brand recognition and two fantastic brands – The Puppet Company and Wilberry Toys.
Posted: 27 October 2025
Fintech Miconex has launched its 2025 national festive campaign, The BIG Christmas Giveback, as part of its ongoing commitment to powering local communities.
Running across its network of over 100 Town & City Gift Card programmes, the BIG Christmas Giveback asks for nominations for people or organisations who have a positive impact on their community.
The person or organisation with the most nominations will win a £1000 Town & City Gift Card of their choice, with one person who nominated them winning a £500 Town & City Gift Card. Miconex is running similar competitions in Ireland, the USA and Canada.
Over £45 million has been spent through Miconex's local gift cards to date, with over 20,000 businesses participating, and 2025 sales up 115% year on year.
Posted: 20 October 2025
St Eval Founder, Sarah Young-Jamieson, has been named in LDC & The Times's Top 50 Ones to Watch list.
This prestigious listing highlights the UK's most ambitious business leaders and recognises the impact and vision behind the brand's success.
The timely and exciting development comes as the company marks its 30th anniversary. What began as an unusual farm diversification project has grown into a £7.5m, values-led business employing over 70 people and exporting internationally.
The Top 50 Ones to Watch is in its eighth year and celebrates the drive and ambition of Britain's best and brightest entrepreneurs.
With almost 700 nominations this year, St Eval is incredibly proud that Sarah has made it onto the final list.
Posted: 14 October 2025
Leading UK partyware and greeting card wholesaler, Tiger Feet, has appointed Leeds-based digital agency Wolfenden to drive a bold new digital marketing strategy, marking the next stage of growth for one of the industry's most established players.
Founded in 1984 as Budget Greeting Cards Ltd, Tiger Feet has grown to become one of the UK and Ireland's most prominent wholesalers in greeting cards, balloons, and partyware, operating a vast network of eight wholesale branches and an expansive e-commerce platform.
The brand has consistently evolved to stay ahead of retail trends, most recently acquiring Paul White Ltd and Tiger Feet Party Ltd further reinforcing its dominant position in the wholesale market.
Posted: 13 October 2025
B-Corp, Popcorn Kitchen has launched its eagerly anticipated alliance with the Farm Retail Association, a leading light within the UK's bustling farm shop movement and a prominent voice within today's vibrant indie shopping sector.
In July 2025, The Farm Retail Association launched its ambitious #morethanfood movement geared specifically at raising awareness for real food, better ingredients, supporting the UK's blossoming farm shop community and the local food economy, whilst taking a stand against ultra-processed foods and mundane flavours.
Today, ever greater numbers of food enthusiasts choose to pro-actively shop locally, supporting best-in-class suppliers, whilst enjoying a truly immersive, hands-on shopping experience that's so very different from a typical supermarket outing.
Posted: 6 October 2025
The UK's fastest-growing founder-led businesses have been revealed in the highly prestigious FEBE Growth 100.
Now in its fourth year, the ranking celebrates the people building the fastest-growing British businesses where founders remain at the helm. But it isn't just a list. It's a community. A celebration. A snapshot of the energy, ambition, and resilience that define the UK entrepreneurial scene. Founders on this list are making an impact, and FEBE is proud to champion them.
Freckleface, based in Lincolnshire, has earned a spot on the prestigious list with a 40 percent CAGR and, notably, with co-founder Noah being its youngest member.
Posted: 22 September 2025