Moda x Pure at Autumn Fair set new standards for fashion buying this season, drawing strong visitor numbers and driving exceptional cross-category sourcing across Home, Gift, and Fashion. Proving to be more than just a buying destination, Moda x Pure offered an inspiring experience where fashion discovery combined with trend insights, networking, and cross-category inspiration. From high street names to independents, buyers responded enthusiastically to the seamless integration of fashion with wider retail categories, making it the most successful edition to date.
The destination attracted a diverse mix of influential retailers, with attendance from leading department stores, independent boutiques, online platforms, and multi-category retailers all eager to refresh their fashion offering ahead of the new season.
Posted: 11 September 2025
Autumn Fair, the UK's leading marketplace for Home, Gift and Fashion, opened its doors on Sunday at the NEC Birmingham to a vibrant crowd of engaged buyers ready to discover the season's must-have products. Thousands of retailers from across the UK and beyond filled the halls, kicking off the four-day show with strong order writing, fresh brand discoveries, and a clear sense of optimism for the retail season ahead. With an exciting mix of returning favourites and first-time exhibitors, Day One set a confident tone for what promises to be a dynamic and commercially successful event.
Posted: 8 September 2025
Independent stationery brand Under the Rowan Trees is proud to announce its win at the 2025 Stationery Awards, taking home the Best Online Retailer award.
The results were revealed at the awards ceremony following the first day of the London Stationery Show. Recognising innovation, excellence and impact across the stationery industry, the Stationery Awards are judged by an independent panel of experts and receive entries from leading retailers and manufacturers across the UK and beyond.
Founded by Danielle Stanley, Under the Rowan Trees began as a hobby in 2015 and has since blossomed into a thriving online shop and community for stationery lovers, known for its curated selection of journaling supplies, creative subscription boxes and its signature personal touch.
Posted: 3 September 2025
Kit Heath continues to go from strength to strength, with the latest milestone being its new listing with prestigious jeweller T.H. Baker.
Renowned for beautifully crafted Sterling Silver jewellery, Kit Heath is proud to be joining the carefully curated brand portfolio of T.H. Baker – an established and respected name in the UK jewellery trade for over 135 years.
This partnership represents a significant step in Kit Heath's continued growth and presence within the UK retail jewellery landscape. The company's design-led collections and strong sell-through success have helped it build a loyal retail following, and this new listing further reinforces the strength of the brand.
Posted: 25 August 2025
Moda X Pure joins Autumn Fair, the UK's leading marketplace for Home, Gift & Fashion, at the NEC Birmingham from 7–10 September 2025 with an exciting celebration of global craftsmanship.
Playing a key role in this international showcase, the South African Footwear and Leather Export Council (SAFLEC) will lead a curated selection of exceptional brands, showcasing the country's flair for quality, sustainability, and bold creativity. This growing international profile signals the rising appeal of South African-made products to UK and European buyers seeking fresh, design-led sourcing opportunities.
SAFLEC continues to champion export-ready South African businesses, creating valuable pathways to international markets and helping buyers discover products that embody authenticity, quality, and compelling brand stories.
Posted: 18 August 2025
A new collaboration between Gardening for Kids and Emma Lawrence Designs is a natural match – combining a love of the outdoors with beautifully illustrated, educational products.
Gardening for Kids is a family business with one goal – to get children growing! Founded by Louise Edgeworth, a teacher, in response to the question "What's the point of plants Miss?" they are the UK's only specialist children's gardening supplier.
The company has licensed Emma's charming sub-brand, Little Nature Explorers®, across a brand-new range of growing kits, garden tools and accessories.
With a shared ethos of helping children learn about nature and encouraging outdoor play, the range is designed to inspire curiosity and creativity - while also supporting the KS2 science curriculum.
Posted: 6 August 2025
Anna McLoughlin Fine Jewellery has been awarded the prestigious HALO Award for 2025, in recognition of her innovative work to engage customers with the importance of hallmarking and consumer protection in the jewellery sector.
The HALO Award, established by the British Hallmarking Council in 2021, and now operating under the Assay Assured banner, a joint venture between the four assay offices of the UK (Birmingham, Edinburgh, London and Sheffield) is awarded annually. HALO recognises the UK-based jewellery business that uses their online platform in the most creative ways to leverage the added value that hallmarking provides and to educate their audience on the meaning and importance of the hallmark.
Posted: 6 August 2025
The Giftware Association is delighted to announce that Gemma Sault will be joining as managing director at the beginning of September. With a strong background in the giftware and retail sectors, Gemma brings a wealth of experience and fresh energy to the Giftware Association as it continues to support and champion the UK's vibrant home, stationery, craft, jewellery and gift industry.
Posted: 5 August 2025
Gandys, the adventure-inspired lifestyle brand known for combining travel-ready products with social impact, is proud to announce its official certification as a B Corporation.
This milestone recognises Gandys' unwavering commitment to creating a positive impact for people and the planet – while delivering high-quality, purpose-driven products.
From day one, Gandys has stood for more than just style and function. Born from a journey of resilience and inspired by global adventure, the brand was founded on the belief that business can and should give back.
Gandys donates 10 percent of every sale to support the empowerment of children through education projects.
Posted: 1 August 2025
Businesses and workers in the East of England are set to benefit from the UK's trade deal with India as new analysis shows the landmark agreement will deliver a £190 million boost for the local economy as part of the Plan for Change. Both Prime Ministers met yesterday morning for the signing of the landmark UK-India trade deal as new analysis reveals communities across every region of the UK will benefit from its £4.8 billion increase to UK GDP each year. It comes as a series of investment and export wins have been confirmed by UK and Indian businesses, representing an overall boost of nearly £6 billion and creating over 2,200 jobs.
Posted: 31 July 2025
