24 From returning favourites including Powder and Nomads to new names such as Tretorn, Gini London and House of Jamoti, Fashion at Autumn Fair offers buyers a compelling mix of established brands, emerging talent and fresh product discovery when the show returns to the NEC Birmingham from 6-9 September 2026. As retailers continue to seek products that stand out in an increasingly competitive marketplace, Fashion at Autumn Fair is set to deliver an inspiring blend of fashion, jewellery, accessories, footwear and beauty brands designed to help buyers refresh their ranges for the season ahead. Bringing together established suppliers, returning exhibitors and a host of new brands, the destination reflects the evolving needs of independent retailers looking for flexibility, newness and products with strong stories behind them. Whether sourcing fashion-led collections, bestselling accessories or gifting-friendly jewellery, visitors will find plenty of opportunities to discover something different. BRITISH BRANDS LEAD THE WAY A strong contingent of British brands forms the backbone of this year’s Fashion Destination, showcasing the creativity, craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit that continue to drive the UK’s independent retail sector. Among the established names returning to the show are womenswear specialists Lighthouse Clothing, Nina Murati and Goose Island, alongside jewellery brands Lisa Angel, Big Metal, Reeves & Reeves, White Leaf, Peace of Mind and Suzie Blue. Accessories suppliers including Primehide, Long & Son, Mala Leather and Troop London further strengthen the line-up, offering retailers a wide selection of complementary products designed to increase basket spend and encourage repeat purchases. Many of these brands have built loyal followings among independent retailers and continue to demonstrate the enduring appeal of Britishdesigned products across fashion and accessories categories. WELCOME RETURNS Several well-known brands are making a welcome return to Autumn Fair this year, underlining the show’s importance as a key buying destination for the fashion and accessories sector. Ethical womenswear brand Nomads returns, bringing its colourful collections and commitment to responsible production back to the Autumn Fair audience. Accessories favourite Powder is also returning, giving buyers another opportunity to discover its distinctive scarves, accessories and gifting collections. Elsewhere, Scottish beauty specialist Highland Soap returns to Autumn Fair for the first time since the pandemic, while Pachamama is revisiting the show with its handcrafted knitwear and accessories collections. Established jewellery supplier Sea Gems also joins the lineup, further strengthening the destination’s jewellery offer. The return of these established brands highlights the continued confidence exhibitors have in Autumn Fair’s ability to connect them with quality independent retailers ahead of the crucial Autumn/Winter trading period. FRESH NAMES TO DISCOVER Alongside familiar favourites, Fashion at Autumn Fair 2026 welcomes a number of exciting new exhibitors making their debut. A fashionable blend British brands, fresh talent and returning favourites take centre stage at Autumn Fair IN BRIEF: WHO: Fashion at Autumn Fair, www.autumnfair.com WHERE: NEC Birmingham WHEN: 6-9 September, 2026
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