19 HARROGATE FASHION WEEK Following its record-breaking August edition, Harrogate Fashion Week (HFW) is set to return from Sunday 1st – Tuesday 3rd February 2026. Buyers will once again gather in the beautiful spa town of Harrogate for three days of buying, networking and fun to discover the very best in womenswear, footwear, lingerie and accessories, all under one roof. Accessories continue to be a big part of HFW, with a great selection of brands confirmed for February, with the list ever growing! Buyers can look forward to discovering the latest trends and pieces with everything from jewellery and bags to scarves, footwear and occasion pieces all under one roof. Returning much loved names such as Accessories by Park Lane, Emu Australia, Envy, HÖGL, NV, Valentino, XTI and Zsiska are not to be missed: for boutiques looking to elevate their offerings, the accessories edit at HFW is unmissable! This summer’s show was the largest in HFW’s history, with over 300 brands exhibiting and more than 2,000 visitors through the doors, a 13.5 percent increase on the previous season. The success firmly established HFW as the UK’s leading womenswear buying event, well known amongst buyers and exhibitors as the perfect place to do serious business in a welcoming, community environment. Community spirit The sense of community was a recurring theme throughout the August show, with many buyers and exhibitors emphasising both the warm atmosphere and the quality of business being done. “We’ve been coming to Harrogate for many years, everybody is so kind, it’s more like a family” said Iggy from Dolcezza, who exhibited at the August show. “We do a lot of shows worldwide, and I think Harrogate is the most efficient one from a trade point of view. The buyers are serious buyers – they are all real buyers,” continued Ercan. For buyers, the value of attending a show in person is also clear. “You have to see everything before you buy it – the colours, the feel, the fit.” shared Sophie from Dotique Witney. “Shopping in person is so important; we’ve got to do it ourselves to be able to do it for our customers.” Connections made HFW’s prosecco, coffee and pastry happy hours will be returning in February – adding a touch of fizz and sweetness to the show for buyers and brands. HFW isn’t just about the collections; it’s a place where solid connections and friendships are made and maintained. Beyond the four halls full of fashion, Harrogate itself offers the perfect backdrop for a long buying trip. With plenty of lively cocktail bars, stylish restaurants and cosy cafes, buyers and exhibitors can make the most of their three days in the spa town by continuing conversations after hours. For many, HFW is not just a work event but a social highlight of the season! With the dates of the next show confirmed, buyers are encouraged to mark their calendars early and begin planning their trip. Harrogate Fashion Week is getting bigger year on year, so securing accommodation in advance, and booking travel early is recommended. Visitors can also take advantage of exclusive travel and hotel discounts available through the HFW website, making it even easier to enjoy a seamless buying trip. “To have a record number of brands and visitors in August was such a milestone for HFW.” says Event Director Georgia Flynn, “February promises to be another exciting edition - and we can’t wait to welcome buyers and exhibitors back to Harrogate for AW26/27 buying.” FASHION, DARLING Visit Harrogate Fashion Week to discover the very best in womenswear, footwear, lingerie and accessories, all under one roof IN BRIEF: WHO Harrogate Fashion Week, www.harrogatefashionweek.com WHERE Harrogate Convention Centre WHEN 1-3 February, 2026
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