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  • No time to wait - the revolution is here - evolve or die !
  • From her early love of thrifting to how resale is reshaping our values, Bay shares where she believes secondhand fits in today’s society
  • Sustainability expert Mark Sumner unpacks how transparency, identity, and circularity can reshape fashion’s future - from supply chains to consumer culture
  • Ep 3: Nearshoring and reshoring are often discussed as ways to cut environmental impact, but why haven't more brands brought production closer to home? 
  • Ep 2: Are we expecting too much from consumers in driving sustainable shopping, or can brands do more to increase sustainable education? 
  • Ep 1 - What effect do you think tech and AI could have on sustainability and retail? 
  • As companies grapple with complex supply chains impacted by geopolitical factors not least  the terror  of TRUMP TARIFFS - agility and openness to new strategies supported by super fast technologies w ...
  • In response, some brands have focused on the quality and longevity of their products as a point of difference.    What’s often missing though is evidence to back up a lot of these claims.   How well d ...
  • Ross Barry, co-founder of Reskinned, traces the brand’s origin, the long-standing British knack for textile reuse, and the generational pivot toward planet-friend, second-hand style
  • From a career starting out in packaging to now leading design at a powerhouse brand, Hayley outlines how to scale back the noise, and create unforgettable brand experiences    Subscribe wherever you g ...
  • Intentions are high - but execution is lagging While many fashion leaders express bold intentions to embrace circular business models, few are turning those promises into scalable strategies. The Brit ...
  • The DCTS represents more than just another trade program - it's a practical framework that addresses the exact challenges keeping you up at night.   This scheme provides reduced or zero tariffs on tho ...
  • Supporting ecodesign The environmental impact of any product or clothing is largely determined at the point of design – when someone chooses what it’s made of. AI can help designers create more sustai ...
  • From personal experiences in South Asia to the evolving challenges of ethical fashion, Safia explores the realities of responsible sourcing and how passion can drive real industry change.     Subscrib ...
  • Sustainability isn’t just for retailers - Claire Bevan reveals how heritage sites and cultural institutions are making an impact through collaboration and innovation.
  • Ahead of the CV Workshop at Source Fashion, the team at NEXT - one of the UK’s biggest fashion and lifestyle retailers - has shared insider tips on what they look for when hiring for product roles.
  • In this episode, Simon Platts reflects on his ethical sourcing journey, the trade-offs brands face, and the urgent changes needed in the industry. What should young sourcing professionals know? Listen ...
  • Over the next two years, the world of sustainability is entering a new phase - one defined by heavy regulation, mandatory transparency, and real consequences for those who fall short. Brands and retai ...
  • On February 26th, the European Commission adopted an ‘Omnibus’ package of proposals that aim to simplify EU rules and boost competitiveness. Key is a proposal to amend the CSRD to only apply to EU com ...
  • Two clothing-stuffed stock trolleys outside a charity shop have a sign taped to them - £1 to fill a bag.   It’s a powerful reminder of just how much overproduction the global fashion industry is respo ...
  • Many people often just think about a buyer when it comes to who sources a new product but in many businesses, especially larger chain retailers, there are lots of other functions who are involved to d
  • Fashion’s sustainability problem is well-known throughout the industry, even if efforts to make changes are slow moving.   Consumers are aware of it too though and they’re actively looking for more su ...
  • If you asked the average retailer exec if sustainability is important, the answer would, of course, be ‘yes’. Brands and retailers publicly declare that sustainability is a ‘priority’ for their busine ...
  • A clothing company that doesn't produce any clothes. Is this the future of fashion? Stuart Trevor’s vision reimagines sustainable business models with a clothing brand made entirely from existing garm ...
  • 5 realistic retail trends for 2025

    23 Dec 2024 Insider Trends
    It’s that time of year when everyone brings out their retail crystal ball and starts forecasting the trends that will influence the next 12 months.  All too often, either the same trends are highlight ...
  • The big question here is how do businesses practically navigate the now, whilst also managing sustainability as a priority?     Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts                                ...
  • When businesses are focused on the now, how do they plan for the future, and more importantly, how do they learn to take notice of global events and plan for the impact that they will undoubtably have ...
  • Caryn Franklin MBE and Suzanne Ellingham, Event Director at Source discuss purpose, the emotional connection that drives it and how feminine leadership styles are key to driving meaning that considers ...
  • Consumers love pre-loved clothing.  Buying second hand fashion has become a common behaviour with 52% of consumers reportedly shopping second hand apparel in 2023. According to ThredUp’s annual Resale ...
  • In our list of 10 retail predictions for 2024, we’ve tried to go a little deeper to get to the heart of what’s going to be affecting the industry, the customer, and the way you do the business.
  • Consumer resilience is weakening as cost-of-living concerns persist and feel the impact of rising interest rates. However, ample opportunities abound for retailers to thrive this festive season.
  • A sustainable supply chain is no longer a nice to have – whether you’re an established business or just starting out.  You’re probably very aware of your own waste – what you’re producing, how much of ...
  • September witnessed an upswing in consumer resilience and optimism as macro conditions improved. However, cost of living pressures remain a defining force for influencing shopping behaviour.
  • Favourable weather gave seasonal lines a boost in June, but high living costs continue to erode discretionary incomes.
  • UK consumers are continuing to face high living costs, but warm weather, public holidays and the approach of summer reveal growing resilience as seasonal sales trends endure.
  • Consumers and retailers continue to be stung by high prices, but a combination of growing resilience and easing recession expectations means confidence is picking up.
  • Community to Consumer

    02 Feb 2023 TrendBible
    Firstly, it’s important to figure out how to effectively measure your business’s social and human capital, so that you can track how you are impacting communities, in order to improve and build on thi ...
  • Near-term difficulties drag on, but the outlook brightens. Despite ongoing financial challenges for many consumers, optimism is increasing as recessionary fears recede.