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Fashion Network
10-07-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Source Fashion launches £500,000 scheme to support British heritage manufacturers
The selected businesses will receive support for three consecutive editions of the show, a move designed to 'help them build long-term visibility and growth'. Suzanne Ellingham, event director of the show, said: 'As [we grow] into the largest manufacturing sourcing show in Europe, we believe it's our responsibility to support the brilliant manufacturers we have here in the UK. 'This is about more than just giving away stands. We're investing in the future of British manufacturing by helping these businesses tell their stories, connect with international buyers, and grow sustainably. It's a small way that we can give back, while also making sure UK manufacturing is properly represented on the global stage.' She said the programme will be open to a diverse range of UK manufacturers, from heritage textiles in Scotland to component specialists in the Midlands and South. It aims to address 'a long-standing lack of support for British producers who often struggle to afford the costs of exhibiting, especially when compared to government-subsidised competitors abroad'. Under the initiative, each business will receive a free stand at three consecutive Source Fashion shows in January 2026, July 2026 and January 2027; dedicated bespoke PR and marketing campaigns; and exposure through Source Fashion's global content channels. In its selection process, Source Fashion said it will work with its advisory board to identify manufacturers and makers that would benefit from the show. 'This initiative will become a permanent fixture of the show,' Ellingham added. 'Every 18 months, we'll refresh the pavilion with a new group of 15–20 heritage manufacturers and help them grow with us. The goal is that, by show four, they're thriving, confident exhibitors in their own right. If they're not quite there yet, that's okay too. This is about building something lasting, not transactional.' The first full cohort of heritage manufacturers will be announced in September. While most participants are still under wraps, organisers have confirmed outreach has already begun, and standout British businesses have already been selected to join the inaugural pavilion. They include Courtnery and Co, the last remaining button manufacturer in the UK, and Alexander Manufacturing, one of the last remaining luxury garment manufacturers in Scotland. 'These companies represent the exceptional craftsmanship and highlight how special British manufacturing and heritage can be. The scheme aims to spotlight, with more names to be revealed in the coming months', it said.
Fashion United
10-07-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
Source Fashion launches scheme to support British heritage manufacturers
Trade show Source Fashion has announced a 500,000-pound investment scheme to support 15 UK-based heritage manufacturers to champion British manufacturing. From February 2026, Source Fashion will form a dedicated British Heritage Pavilion to showcase the 15 curated, high-quality, heritage manufacturers, from across the UK. Each selected business will receive a fully funded stand, marketing support, and brand development assistance for three consecutive editions of the show, designed 'to help them build long-term visibility and growth'. Suzanne Ellingham, event director of Source Fashion, said in a statement: 'As Source Fashion grows into the largest manufacturing sourcing show in Europe, we believe it's our responsibility to support the brilliant manufacturers we have here in the UK. 'This is about more than just giving away stands. We're investing in the future of British manufacturing by helping these businesses tell their stories, connect with international buyers, and grow sustainably. It's a small way that we can give back, while also making sure UK manufacturing is properly represented on the global stage.' Source Fashion looking to champion British manufacturing with a new support scheme Source Fashion, July 2025 edition Credits: Source Fashion The initiative has been designed to address a long-standing lack of support for British producers who often struggle to afford the costs of exhibiting, especially when compared to government-subsidised competitors abroad. It will be open to a diverse range of UK manufacturers, from heritage textiles in Scotland to component specialists in the Midlands and South. The first cohort of heritage manufacturers is set to be announced in September. Source Fashion added that outreach has already begun, and standout British businesses have already been selected to join the inaugural pavilion including Courtnery and Co, the last remaining button manufacturer in the UK, and Alexander Manufacturing from Scotland. These companies were selected as they 'represent the exceptional craftsmanship and highlight how special British manufacturing and heritage can be'. Ellingham added: 'This initiative will become a permanent fixture of the show. Every 18 months, we'll refresh the pavilion with a new group of 15–20 heritage manufacturers and help them grow with us. 'The goal is that, by show four, they're thriving, confident exhibitors in their own right. If they're not quite there yet, that's okay too. This is about building something lasting, not transactional.' The announcement came on the second day of Source Fashion, which saw a 23 percent year-on-year increase in visitor footfall, attracting professionals across sustainability, design, buying, and production from leading fashion brands, including LVMH, Harrods, Burberry, Victoria Beckham, Temperley, Lyle & Scott, French Connection, John Lewis, AllSaints, Asos, Joseph, Marks & Spencer, Next, New Look, Primark, River Island, Joules, JoJo Maman Bébé, Sosander, Gigi & Olive, Lucy & Yak, Damson Madder, Godske, Jaded London, and Jermyn Street Design.
Associated Press
05-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Alexander Manufacturing Expands Global Footprint with Hancock Collection Following Pitti Uomo Success
Alexander Manufacturing continues strengthening Scotland's reputation in luxury textile production, launching its new trade collection under the Hancock brand. 'Pitti Uomo was a pivotal moment for our business, proving that Scotland's textile heritage remains at the forefront of international fashion.' — Nadia Alexander, founder of Alexander Manufacturing SCOTLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, February 5, 2025 / / -- Alexander Manufacturing continues strengthening Scotland's reputation in luxury textile production by launching its latest trade collection under the Hancock brand. Designed, manufactured, and owned in Scotland, the Hancock Collection redefines contemporary outerwear, seamlessly blending heritage craftsmanship with modern functionality. Following a highly successful exhibition in January at Pitti Uomo 107 in Italy - one of the world's most prestigious menswear trade fairs - Alexander Manufacturing has secured international orders from the USA, Europe, and Japan. Building on this momentum, the company is set to expand its global presence, showcasing the Hancock Collection at forthcoming trade shows in Japan and the USA. The newly launched Hancock Collection is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and innovation, featuring timeless outerwear. Highlights from the new collection include (IMAGES AND LOOKOOK ON REQUEST) -: • ARTICLE 41: A 3/4 single-breasted coat in vulcanised cotton featuring a throat tab, fly front, and optional contrast detachable lining. Available in red, fawn, navy, and mastic. • ARTICLE 48 Peacoat: A double-breasted wool and vulcanised cotton peacoat, offered in a refined selection of black watch, houndstooth, herringbone, barleycorn, and check patterns. • ARTICLE 67 Four-Pocket Parka: This practical yet sophisticated waterproof parka features a hood, hand-warming welt, and flap pockets. It is available in mastic, slate, dark bottle, khaki, navy, and fawn. • ARTICLE 73 Single-Breasted Long Coat: This coat, crafted from vulcanised cotton, Sonsie wool, and Ventile cotton, features large internal newspaper pockets and contrast undercollar detailing. It is available in barleycorn, check, caramel, slate, and khaki. • ARTICLE 75 Double-Breasted Trench: A statement trench coat with a belt, military-style retainer loop, and vented back yoke, available in navy and fawn. • ARTICLE 82 Duffle Coat: A heritage-inspired wool coat with natural jute string fastenings and wooden toggles, designed in black watch and navy double-faced wool. Nadia Alexander, Managing Director of Alexander Manufacturing, commented: 'Pitti Uomo was a pivotal moment for our business, proving that Scotland's textile heritage remains at the forefront of international fashion. The response to the Hancock Collection has been phenomenal, with buyers from Japan, the US, and Europe recognising the quality and craftsmanship of our garments. We are now setting our sights on new global trade shows to build on this momentum and expand our market reach.' Hancock is committed to sustainability and ethical craftsmanship. Each piece is produced using time-honoured techniques, incorporating locally sourced wool from the Alexander family farm in Perthshire, with fabric woven in Yorkshire and Scotland. The company's lifetime repair service underscores its dedication to circular fashion, ensuring longevity and reducing waste. This latest milestone comes hot on the heels of Hancock's latest collaboration, Hancock x Harti, featuring the Hancock x Harti Classic Parka and Hancock x Harti Iconic Trench Coat. This partnership with HartiSWIM, a British eco-luxe wearable art swimwear brand founded by fashion veteran and entrepreneur Tessa Hartmann CBE, merges the worlds of outerwear and art. Inspired by her husband, the contemporary artist Harti, the collaboration combines Hancock's legacy of expert craftsmanship with Harti's bold, provocative artwork. The Hancock x Harti Classic Parka reimagines the timeless rubber hooded raincoat as a wearable canvas, lined with Harti Pop Art silk, for an avant-garde twist on a utilitarian staple. Designed for all-weather protection, the parka features fully taped seams, a rubber hood, and a breathable eyelet-vented construction. Limited to 100 bespoke, made-to-order pieces, each coat has a numbered certificate signed by the artist. The Hancock x Harti Iconic Trench Coat transforms the classic double-breasted trench into a statement piece of wearable culture. Handmade in Scotland using traditional Macintosh techniques, the trench is lined with Harti's silk-printed artwork. A collector's piece, only 100 coats will be produced, each signed and numbered. Both designs showcase Hancock's expertise in handcrafted outerwear while reinforcing the brand's commitment to Scottish manufacturing, sustainability, and artistry. With its roots firmly planted in Scotland and a growing international footprint, Alexander Manufacturing promotes Scottish textiles globally. It is proving that heritage craftsmanship and contemporary luxury go hand in hand. Hancock was founded in 2012, inspired by Thomas Hancock, the pioneer of vulcanised rubber and collaborator of Charles Macintosh. In 2021, Alexander Manufacturing acquired the brand, continuing its legacy of producing handmade outerwear in Scotland using traditional craftsmanship. Palompo PR Legal Disclaimer:
