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18 Feb 2024
  1. The Source Catwalk
    Be Inspired and start your responsible buying journey at the Source catwalk. See the latest womenswear brought to life as the models show you how to build looks and ranges from the show floor itself.
  2. Fashion is about emotion and identity. But it is also a complex global supply chain. The last few years have brought unprecedented changes in how and where we manufacture goods. Questions around commerce, society, climate and culture are at stake. What would it look like to put the greater good of the people and planet first, whilst delivering goods and profit?

    Join Fashion futurist, Strategic Advisor and Writer Geraldine Wharry as she unpacks:

    • key macro trends signalling how we are drafting the Fashion Factory of the future
    • cultural and behavioural shifts that will underpin these changes
  3. The Source Catwalk

    Join Retail 100 as they share essentials for ethical sourcing 101 - the tips and tricks you need when considering working with manufacturers from new regions.

    This session will cover: 

    • Where to start 

    • Far shore vs Near shore sourcing - regional nuances 

    • Ordering and shipping 

    • Sustainable and responsible sourcing 

    • Travel tips 

  4. The Source Catwalk
    Be Inspired and start your responsible buying journey at the Source catwalk. See the latest womenswear brought to life as the models show you how to build looks and ranges from the show floor itself. 
  5. The Source Catwalk
    Patrick McDowell is an independent brand based in the heart of London. Founded in 2018 by designer Patrick McDowell, the brand has solidified itself as a leading voice on the global fashion stage that embodies the designer's mission for reinventing luxury through a sustainable mindset, creating made-to-order pieces in limited quantities.
  6. The Source Catwalk

    Many retailers and businesses are seeking to actively de-risk their supply chains and manufacturing operations by working with new regions.

    Join us for this session as we look to discuss:

    • Viable alternatives that balance risk against cost and quality and give you a unique insight into the benefits
    • Tips to build effective, consistent relationships with these regions from day one to ensure success
  7. The Source Catwalk
    Be Inspired and start your responsible buying journey at the Source catwalk. See the latest womenswear brought to life as the models show you how to build looks and ranges from the show floor itself. 
19 Feb 2024
  1. The Source Catwalk
    Be Inspired and start your responsible buying journey at the Source catwalk. See the latest womenswear brought to life as the models show you how to build looks and ranges from the show floor itself. 
  2. The Source Catwalk

    As shoppers become increasingly conscious of brand transparency, many retailers - from emerging start-ups to the oldest companies in the world - are discovering the power of supply chain storytelling.

    This presentation will examine:

    • The consumer trends driving the growth of supply chain storytelling
    • How and why consumers are engaging with deep product stories across channels
    • Leading examples from across the world of the very best storytelling brands
    • Tips, tools and insights to take away and improve storytelling within your own business
  3. The Source Catwalk

    Following recent major disruptions across fashion supply chains, UK retailers are looking for an increase in manufacturer and suppliers, but also looking for them closer to home. On top of this, consumers are becoming more ethically conscious, and a bringing manufacturing back domestically can significantly reduce the carbon footprint. However, is this much easier said than done? 

    This session will discuss: 

    • The opportunities and challenges of returning to more domestic supply chains within fashion  

    • Maintaining requirements for product quality, availability and cost  

    • Essential considerations retailers need to make when reviewing their manufacturers and suppliers  

  4. The Source Catwalk

    Unlock the potential of your margins and profitability with Kornit's comprehensive global fulfillment network. Whether it's onshore, nearshore, or offshore, you can: Economically produce trend-responsive apparel without minimum order quantities (MOQs), enabling swift replenishment and substantially lowering inventory liabilities.

  5. The Source Catwalk
    Be Inspired and start your responsible buying journey at the Source catwalk. See the latest womenswear brought to life as the models show you how to build looks and ranges from the show floor itself. 
  6. The Source Catwalk

    It is no secret that the amount of waste that goes to landfill or incineration each year is becoming an increasingly pressing issue. The cycle of overproduction, under consumption and toxic waste needs to be broken if we want to realistically recycle materials and bring them back into the supply chain. Over the past few years SATCol have been researching on how to become a part of the solution, and not the problem.

    This session will discuss:

    • Developments on Fibersort technology and how to get supplies back into the supply chain
    • SATCol's influencer campaign - working collectively to drive awareness 
    • Engaging senior leaders to get the buy in you need for lasting change
  7. The Source Catwalk

    The fashion industry is one of the main contributors towards landfill waste. Reselling or renting secondhand clothes has the power to reduce waste and increase the lifespan of fashion products and creating a more sustainable use for each item. But there is still plenty of work to be done.

    This session will cover:

    • How retailers and brands can educate consumers on the implications of overconsumption
    • Ways in which fashion marketplaces can help to solve consumers' barriers to the circular economy
    • How changing business models can have an impact on consumer behavioural changes
  8. The Source Catwalk

    Be Inspired and start your responsible buying journey at the Source catwalk. See the latest womenswear brought to life as the models show you how to build looks and ranges from the show floor itself. 

     

  9. The Source Catwalk

    The press is always looking for great products to feature and, contrary to popular belief, PR is simple when you know how. PR Dispatch have supported thousands of brands in securing press coverage and in this session founder Rosie will share:

    • Must-have assets and images to secure great product coverage
    • Ensuring your product launch gets picked up by the press
    • Building on press coverage and secure exposure long-term
    • Managing your PR without an agency
20 Feb 2024
  1. The Source Catwalk
    Be Inspired and start your responsible buying journey at the Source catwalk. See the latest womenswear brought to life as the models show you how to build looks and ranges from the show floor itself. 
  2. The Source Catwalk
    Hear from UK policy makers on how you can take advantage of new legislation - the Developing Countries Trading Scheme - that removes or reduces import duties from 65 developing countries. The aim of the scheme is to stimulate trade with those regions looking to diversify and increase their exports, driving their prosperity whilst providing financial incentives to UK businesses who want to source better. We will take a closer look
  3. The Source Catwalk

    A B Corp certification is one of the most recognised standards, ensuring that member organisations are meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability. Join this session as we explore the B Corp certification and discuss:  

    • Understanding the B Corp certification process and how to prepare  

    • Undergoing an internal transformation process to keep in line with B Corp standards – planning and strategy 

  4. The Source Catwalk

    Be Inspired and start your responsible buying journey at the Source catwalk. See the latest womenswear brought to life as the models show you how to build looks and ranges from the show floor itself.