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| May/June 2026 |
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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!
Louise x |
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| SEARCH FOR NATION'S FAVOURITE BUSINESSES BEGINS |
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Applications for the Nation's Favourite Businesses has opened as part of the upcoming celebrations of this year's Small Business Saturday UK, taking place on 5 December 2026. The Nation's Favourite Businesses (NFB), first introduced last year to spotlight the UK's vibrant small business community, will replace the long-running SmallBiz100, a celebration of Britain's most inspiring entrepreneurs as part of the official countdown to Small Business Saturday UK - a grassroots non-commercial campaign, originally founded by American Express in the U.S. in 2010, and the principal supporter in the UK.
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| How loyal regulars are powering Britain's local retailers |
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Britain's local retailers are powered by loyal regulars who generate them up to five times more annual revenue as they typically return to a business 11 times throughout the year, according to research from Square, the global technology company. For high street retailers specifically, the Square Local Economy Report reveals that UK consumers most often visit their local retailers and shops, over and above cafés, restaurants and beauty salons, with 70% shopping locally at least weekly. This is the highest rate across the four countries Square surveyed, compared to the US, Australia and Canada.
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| REGISTRATION OPENS FOR AUTUMN FAIR 2026 |
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Registration is now officially open for Autumn Fair 2026, the UK's definitive buying destination for home, gift and fashion ahead of the peak retail trading season. Taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 6th – 9th September 2026, the event co-locates with garden retail show Glee on the 8th – 9th September creating Europe's biggest buying moment for home, gift, garden and fashion retail. Bringing together 1,250+ exhibitors across both shows, Autumn Fair offers an unrivalled opportunity for retailers to source, discover and connect, all in one trip, at a critical time when Q4 ranges are being finalised.
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| Source Fashion expands advisory board to tackle responsible sourcing |
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Source Fashion has announced a refreshed Advisory Board, bringing together leading voices from across fashion, retail, sustainability and media to help shape the next phase of Source Fashion's growth and industry impact.
As the industry navigates increasing complexity across supply chains, regulation and responsible sourcing, the strengthened board reflects Source Fashion's commitment to driving meaningful industry collaboration and delivering practical, commercially relevant solutions for buyers and manufacturers.
The new Advisory Board appointments strengthen expertise across circularity, responsible sourcing and industry insight. New members include Kirsty McGregor, journalist and former Vogue Business editor; Rosie Cripps, Head of Circularity at Vivobarefoot; Miranda Beckett, Fashion Project Manager at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation; and James Sleater, CEO of Buffalo Systems.
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| Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
1-4 Jul 2026 - New Designers 2026
Business Design Centre, 52 Upper St, London, N1 0QH
www.newdesigners.com
7-9 Jul 2026 - Source Fashion
Excel London
www.source-fashion.com
12-14 Jul 2026 - INDX National Menswear Show
Cranmore Park in Solihull, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 4LF
www.indxshows.co.uk/indx-fashion/menswear
19-21 Jul 2026 - Scoop
Olympia West, 12 Blythe Rd, London, W14 0JQ
scoop-international.com
19-21 Jul 2026 - INDX WOMAN
Cranmore Park Conference & Event Centre, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 4LF
www.indxshows.co.uk/indx-fashion/womenswear
2-4 Aug 2026 - Harrogate Fashion Week
Harrogate Fashion Week, Harrogate Convention Centre, King's Rd, Harrogate, HG1 5LA
harrogatefashionweek.com
6-9 Sep 2026 - Autumn Fair 2026
NEC Birmingham, B40 1NT, UK
www.autumnfair.com
6-9 Sep 2026 - MODA
The NEC, Birmingham, North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT
www.moda-uk.co.uk
13-15 Sep 2026 - Top Drawer London
Olympia London, Hammersmith Rd, London, W14 8UX
www.topdrawer.co.uk
17-21 Sep 2026 - London Fashion Week
Somerset House, 180 The Strand, London, WC2R 1EA
londonfashionweek.co.uk |
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