Glee is set to return to Spring Fair in February 2026 for the first time in six years, taking advantage of Spring Fair's unparalleled scale, cross-category audience and influential position in the early retail calendar.
Hosted within the UK's most comprehensive sourcing event, the Glee at Spring Fair concession show will strengthen Spring Fair's garden and outdoor offering bringing the very best in garden, outdoor living, decorative accessories and leisure to the NEC Birmingham - this time with a refreshed and carefully curated format designed to meet the evolving needs of the garden retail sector. The decision to bring Glee back to Spring Fair follows a period of exceptional growth for both events.
Posted: 26 November 2025
Scoop will return to Olympia National from 8–10 February 2026, unveiling an exclusive showcase of leading Italian designers that reinforces its reputation as the UK's most curated and international fashion trade show.
Known for its premium edit, global vision, and distinct gallery-like atmosphere, Scoop continues to surprise and delight buyers each season with a handpicked selection of designers that celebrate craftsmanship, creativity, and contemporary style. This February, the spotlight turns to Italy, with a lineup of visionary collections set to bring the country's unmistakable flair for design to London.
Posted: 26 November 2025
Heritage stationery brand STABILO proudly announces the return of its hugely popular collaboration with British designer Anya Hindmarch. Launching this November, the new STABILO x Anya Hindmarch BOSS ORIGINAL charm debuts in a striking new blue – available both in stores and online, retailing at £175. Following the success of last year's vibrant neon pink and bright yellow designs of the pencil case and coin purse, this latest addition celebrates STABILO's signature boldness and Anya Hindmarch's playful luxury aesthetic. The collaboration continues to highlight STABILO's rich design heritage, bringing its instantly recognisable stationery icons into the world of contemporary fashion accessories.
Posted: 18 November 2025
Source Fashion, Europe's leading fashion sourcing show, will once again champion the power of collaboration at its upcoming 2026 edition opening 13-15 January at Olympia London.
Building on its strong partnerships with WRAP, Products of Change, and now Euromonitor International, the show will unite sustainability leaders, innovators, and analysts to inspire meaningful industry progress.
Through expert-led sessions, actionable insight, and shared initiatives, Source Fashion will spotlight practical steps towards a more responsible, circular, and insight-driven global sourcing ecosystem.
Continuing its close collaboration with leading climate action NGO WRAP, Source Fashion will highlight the organisation's pivotal work in driving circularity and sustainability across the global textiles sector.
Posted: 11 November 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
The UK's definitive showcase for Home, Gift, and Fashion, Spring Fair returns to the NEC Birmingham from 1st – 4th February 2026, and registration is now officially open for buyers.
For over 75 years, Spring Fair has united the best of retail, bringing together thousands of brands, suppliers, and buyers to discover, collaborate, and shape the seasons ahead. The 2026 edition marks a new era for the event, with an expanded footprint, a re-energised visitor experience, and a bold new programme of content, networking, and design-led innovation. Spring Fair 2026 is where the retail year begins and attending means being part of the most influential trade event in British retail.
Posted: 24 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
Get ready to feel the buzz! The INDX Gift Edit is gearing up to be the explosive trade show the giftware market has been waiting for.
Mark your calendars, this must-attend event is hitting Cranmore Park, Solihull on 19 May 2026, providing a dynamic platform to unite leading suppliers with retailers from across the UK and Ireland.
But that's not all. The inaugural show is launching in partnership with two industry titans, the British Craft Directory and the Giftware Association and both organisations will be bringing a curated selection of their members to exhibit at the show, guaranteeing an unmissable line-up that reflects the unique creativity and diversity of the UK giftware market.
Posted: 16 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
