Attire Accessories - Mar/Apr 2019 (Issue 75)

INDX EXHIBITORS 37 Who: Fulton Umbrellas +44 (0)208 963 3010 , fultonumbrellas.com What: Founded by engineer Arnold Fulton in 1956, Fulton was inspired by the need for quality umbrellas with fashion-forward design. The company began with only two employees, and from these humble beginnings, the brand has proudly remained a family business, with Arnold’s son Nigel taking over in 1996. Fulton uses the highest-quality materials and the latest in technical developments in making umbrellas, and it is this attention to detail that has led Fulton to gain its Royal Warrant from the Queen Mother in 1993, and subsequently The Queen awarded Fulton her Royal Warrant in 2006. Fulton’s iconic birdcage umbrella is a renowned favourite of Her Majesty and is custom made to colour-match her outfits on the trim and the handle, while the large transparent dome ensures she is visible yet fully protected from the rain. Sported also by the next generation of the Royal family, including Prince Harry, Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, Fulton umbrellas are both timeless and fashionable. Who: Nova Leathers +44 (0)1454 322 500, novaleathers.co.uk What: Founded in 1977, Nova Leathers (Bristol) Ltd is a leading importer and distributor of leather handbags to the UK and Irish leather goods market. Supplying independent retailers, independent department stores and multiple department store groups, Nova Leathers has built a strong reputation for quality leather goods over the past 40 years. Nova’s collections always include a wide variety of styles, including clutches, shoulder bags, totes, backpacks and messenger bags. The bags are crafted from quality leather in a range of finishes with elegant detailing. While always maintaining excellent quality, Nova believes its products should be accessible by all and strives to ensure the collection represents outstanding value for money. A network of sales agents, a trade-only website with easy online ordering functionality, two dedicated showrooms and a presence at the UK’s leading trade shows mean that Nova Leathers is always accessible and easy to buy from. Who: Lakeland Leather +44 (0)1539 439 039 , lakelandleather.co.uk What: Lakeland Leather is the UK’s largest specialist leather retailer. Founded by Jack Standring in 1955, the company is still family-owned and based in the Lake District. Jack’s passion was high-quality leather goods, with the company maintaining these exacting standards and keeping the leather natural and soft to touch. According to the company, “All of the leather in our gloves is hand-stretched in the traditional way over the edge of a work bench. This technique is the only way to ensure gloves are supple and keep their shape. When it comes to leather belts, we like to use leather – no plastic coating, no bonded leather, just the quality of leather that customers expect.” Who: Superbia Fashion +44 (0)161 2788 199 , italianaccessories.net What: This season, Superbia has lined up some floral printed bags along with colourful backpacks and crossbody bags. New purses will be available for summer 2019 in a range of bright colours. There are stylish designs available for all ages.