3 A balancing act As we head into the summer trading season, the accessories sector continues to balance creativity with careful strategy. Consumers are still looking for pieces that feel new and inspiring, but their purchasing decisions are increasingly shaped by monetary value, transparency and a brand’s ethos and values. In this issue, we explore several trends currently shining across the market. Celestial-inspired designs continue to capture attention, bringing cosmic motifs and starry symbolism to jewellery and accessories. Our handbag and backpack feature looks at how practicality and style are combining in everyday accessories, while gold jewellery remains firmly in focus as a timeless favourite for retailers and consumers alike. With the next buying season approaching, we also preview two key events on the fashion calendar – Scoop Fashion and Harrogate Fashion Week – both offering valuable opportunities to discover new collections and connect with the industry. Alongside the product inspiration, our business features take a closer look at some of the challenges facing retailers. One explores why fashion gifting is coming under pressure, and why brands may need to rethink their Christmas strategies for 2026. Another examines new retail data suggesting shoppers are actively seeking sustainability cues before they buy – and that clearly displaying those credentials can even increase average order value. As always, we hope this issue provides both inspiration and insight for the months ahead. Enjoy the issue! Editor Louise Prance @AttireAccessories @AttireAccessories @AttireAccMag www.attireaccessories.com EDITOR LOVES Nobody does ‘summer’ like BasketBasket, and we love this Monique Two Tone Handbag in orange/turquoise and Mimosa Hat in orange. www.basketbasket.co.uk CONTENTS 4 INDUSTRY NEWS All the latest from the world of accessories 8 BRAND SPANKING NEW Latest launches and brand-new products 9 ON WITH THE SHOW All the latest from the industry events 11 ALL OF THE STARS Celestial-inspired designs that capture attention with cosmic motifs and starry symbolism 12 BACKED UP Practical yet stylish handbags and backpacks to stock 14 COMPANY PROFILE Gill Marchbank, Managing Director of Remaldi, tells us about the company’s evolution to its current fashion-led, wearable positioning 16 GOLDILOCKS Gold jewellery never goes out of fashion, and this collection of items are such to entice sales 18 FESTIVE FASHION Why fashion gifting is under pressure – and how clothing brands must rethink Christmas for 2026 21 HARROGATE FASHION WEEK Harrogate Fashion Week returns to cover all your buying need, with womenswear, footwear and accessories all represented 22 SCOOP FASHION Scoop returns: an international edit of design, discovery On the cover Jenny Roberts Millinery https://jrmillinery.co.uk
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