Kirsty McGregor

As circularity becomes central to fashion’s future, the UK is racing to build the infrastructure it needs.

After surviving Brexit, Covid and countless other reckonings, UK-based fashion and textiles manufacturers have learnt a lot about what it takes to stay afloat in the modern era of production.

A new wave of British design talent is putting local manufacturing at the heart of their homegrown brands. Challenges persist.

CEO Barbara Campos has streamlined the business, returning it to profitability. Now, it’s back in growth mode, unveiling the first collection under its new creative director alongside plans to expand.

It’s been 11 weeks since Weir stepped in to lead the organisation behind London Fashion Week and the Fashion Awards. Last night, she revealed her first moves.

The British heritage brand said it is encouraged by the initial progress of its turnaround strategy, which has helped it weather a fall in global tourist spend.

The council believes that, for the next generation of designers, knowing how to blend craft techniques with circular design principles could be an important differentiator.

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Accolades also went to the designers and organisations championing craft, inclusion and circularity, from Tod’s and Zegna to Willy Chavarria and non-profit Saheli Women.