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Autumn Fair, the UK’s leading retail marketplace for home, gift, fashion and lifestyle, returns to the NEC Birmingham from 7–10 September 2025 with a host of added-value perks designed…
Autumn Fair, the UK’s leading home, gift, and fashion trade show, is calling on independent retailers across the country to make their voices heard as part of its Retail Makeover Mission…
Autumn Fair, the UK’s leading marketplace for home, gift, and fashion, has revealed its most ambitious and retailer-focused content programme to date. Practical, focused, and easy to consume…
Supplier of colourful jewellery, scarves and bags, Miss Milly has scooped the gong for Micro Business of the Year at the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Awards. “We have…
The UK Government has released a series of new strategies and consultations aimed at driving long-term economic growth, strengthening global trade relationships, and supporting key industries across…
Source Fashion, the UK’s leading responsible sourcing show, is proud to announce a 12-month strategic collaboration with global environmental action NGO, WRAP (Waste and Resources…
US Tariffs UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal (EPD) General terms of a new trade deal between the UK and US, and an update on the progress the UK and US have made to implement the general terms since…
Speciality & Fine Food Fair, the UK’s leading showcase for artisan food and drink, is broadening its exhibitor base to welcome a wider variety of premium non-food products, including giftware…
Autumn Fair, the UK’s leading marketplace for home, gift and fashion, has announced an all-star Task Team of retail experts to support its Retail Makeover Mission campaign…
eatsleepdoodle have created a brand new gift to raise money for the wonderful charity, Beth’s Sunflowers. Their new colour-in & grow sunflower pencil case features a garden with sunflowers…
Source Fashion, the leading destination for responsible sourcing and fashion innovation, has launched a landmark report tackling one of the fashion industry’s most pressing but least addressed…
From employment reforms and skills development to international trade, crypto recovery, and sustainability legislation, the UK Government has released a range of new updates that may impact businesses…
We’re excited to announce the official launch of The Giftware Association’s Service Provider Directory. A brand new resource designed to make connecting with trusted, giftware-savvy businesses…
The Gift Fair UK is an online B2B market for gifts and lifestyle. It is home to a range of exhibitors including wholesalers, manufacturers and independent brands, all displaying products online…
Autumn Fair 2025, the UK’s largest seasonal showcase for Home, Gift and Fashion, has joined forces with SaveTheHighStreet.org, to launch Retail Makeover Mission, a bold new initiative launching…
SCOOP, the UK’s leading fashion and lifestyle trade show, is set to broaden its beauty and fragrance curation for the Spring/Summer 26 edition. Taking place this July at Olympia National Kensington…
Ready to Grow Your Product Business? This One-Day Event is for You Final Call for Tickets - Retail Huddle LIVE is Almost Here! Struggling to figure out what’s next for your product business…
Europe’s leading responsible sourcing show, Source Fashion, has announced an impressive list of exhibitors for the next edition opening at Olympia London from the 8-10 July. The show will welcome…
How can B2B distributors stay ahead of the competition? B2B distributors operate in a constantly evolving market. Staying ahead of the competition is not just a goal. It’s a necessity. Success…
Do you want to choose what’s ideal for your brand, or simply what’s available? Venue Selection Makes All the Difference In pop-up retail, space isn’t just where you set-up shop, …
Visitor registration opens for Brand Licensing Europe – returning fresh from 2024’s record-breaking show BLE – 7-9 October 2025 – register for a free visitor pass now…
Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) is Europe’s only event for licensing, brand extension and brand collaborations. Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) is Europe’s only event for licensing, brand extension…
You’re Invited! - The GA x Fidelity Summer BBQ☀️ Thursday 19th June | 2:00pm – 5:00pm The Giftware Association are teaming up with Fidelity Fulfilment for an exclusive summer get-together…
Birmingham has officially been recognised as a World Craft City - making it one of just eight in Europe to receive the prestigious designation from the World Crafts Council. This signifies a landmark…
