B2B news and archive

B2B Events Calendar keeping professionals informed about leading fashion events

Every year organisations, federations, schools, and brands in the fashion industry host a variety of events, conferences, exhibitions and fashion weeks to showcase and discuss the most recent collections, trends and matters driving fashion. These range from the upcoming Spring Summer 2024 collections to virtual events, like Metaverse Fashion...

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Global sourcing platform BuyHive launches in UK and US

BuyHive, a B2B tech-enabled global sourcing platform, is launching in the UK and US. The Hong Kong-based company, which allows users to search products directly from a network of factories, said it is looking to support a rapidly growing base of third-party sellers with their sourcing and procurement needs. The US and Europe are home to hundreds...

Retail

US B2B marketplace Faire expands to 15 European countries

After successfully connecting consumer brands with independent entrepreneurs in the United States and Canada for the last four years and two years, respectively, B2B marketplace Faire has expanded to Europe and is continuing its rapid growth. The marketplace started with a trial in the UK and the Netherlands at the beginning of the year,...

Business

Threads Styling announce launch of B2B service

Chat-based commerce platform Threads Styling has unveiled plans to expand into the B2B market, with a new service for personal shoppers and stylists. Threads Connect will hand over part of the power to independent businesses, giving them access to the platform’s technology, global sourcing network and curated style content. The aim of the...

Fashion

Germany and Italy launch bilateral exchange programme

The German and Italian fashion industries are collaborating on a bilateral exchange project called the German Italian Fashion Experience 2021. The endeavour will see fashion designers from Germany and Italy gain visibility in each other’s market, creating business opportunities in Germany for the participating brands from Italy, and vice versa....

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LVMH launches deadstock platform, Nona Source

Nona Source, an LVMH-backed re-sale platform for deadstock, has launched an online destination for the most exclusive fabrics from LVMH’s portolio of French luxury maison. The company allows creatives to easily access high-quality materials whilst encouraging the re-use of existing resources in a circular economy. A new way of textile buying...

Business

Agent and Brands Matchmaker Anton Dell partners with FashionUnited

“With many of our clients returning to ask for further help we know we offer a good service”, says Anton Dell, the founder and CEO of the Anton Dell Fashion Consultancy, mentor and a keynote speaker on best fashion export practice. Who is Anton Dell Anton has 5 decades in the fashion business under his belt, with experience in retail as well as...

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A new platform aims to bring European apparel sourcing online

As the fashion industry shifts to operating online, a new opportunity has arisen for a platform to connect suppliers and brands. The production of clothing and accessories is by far the most challenging and complicated process of the fashion cycle, and one that requires a unique set of skills. Sourcing is one of those skills, a necessity for...

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Brands increase digital marketing spend, despite fall in revenue

Over two-thirds of businesses have seen a decrease in revenue since the start of the pandemic, according to a survey conducted by the Dublin-based Digital Marketing Institute (DMI). It comes as no surprise as brands and retailers, especially smaller businesses, have decreased their overall marketing spend and are channeling their advertising...

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Brands must be agile to keep up with a changing consumer

Gauging consumer sentiment during “regular” times is difficult enough, but during a crisis its challenges are augmented. Companies need to adapt to manage the now and tomorrow in ever-changing circumstances. The coronavirus has upended businesses and economies but also changed consumer behaviour, and not just because of lockdowns or the...

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Saks Fifth Avenue invests in digital buying and merchandising processes

Department stores have been some of the worst hit retailers during the pandemic crisis, with many not having the e-commerce prowess to match their brick and mortar cachet and success. Barneys and Neiman Marcus are but two examples. For many luxury department stores technology became a lesser priority when focus was needed on physical storefronts...

Fashion

Post pandemic fashion: Streetwear's new codes

In a post pandemic fashion economy, comfort and versatility will be key drivers for brands. Streetwear is in a prime position to take on the protective and functional role consumers are already seeking. Brands looking to next spring and autumn 2021 collection development will need to consider how garments can be utilized both indoor and outdoor,...