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Recorded in partnership with Retail 100 in our Source studios, our ‘Intelligence Series’ are designed to provide valuable insights and practical tips to help you navigate the dynamic world of fashion sourcing.

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Source Fashion articles are written by a collaboration of our partners, guest writers and the Source Fashion team, so you can stay up to date with the most recent news, guidance, and perspectives informed by industry professionals.

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  • We’re about to enter the most wonderful time of the year for retail. Or we might have been in the past. While the Christmas season is still the most important for many retailers, it’s no longer confin ...
  • To develop a profitable sourcing strategy, it is essential to consider various factors and make informed decisions. This process can be overwhelming, particularly if you aim to incorporate more ethica ...
  • Consumers love pre-loved clothing.  Buying second hand fashion has become a common behaviour with 52% of consumers reportedly shopping second hand apparel in 2023. According to ThredUp’s annual Resale ...
  • Fashion Week is all about what’s new - the trends, the designers, and the clothes that will be dominating fashion in the coming months. And yet, the fashion industry is increasingly conscious of the e ...
  • Move over plastic, leather, and polyester – alternative materials are on their way. Start-ups around the world have been hard at work in recent years developing more sustainable alternatives to everyt ...
  • On May 1st, the Environmental Audit Committee sat in the Palaces of Westminster to revisit their inquiry into fast fashion and the future of sustainability in the UK fashion industry. In 2019, the com ...
  • In our list of 10 retail predictions for 2024, we’ve tried to go a little deeper to get to the heart of what’s going to be affecting the industry, the customer, and the way you do the business.
  • Consumer resilience is weakening as cost-of-living concerns persist and feel the impact of rising interest rates. However, ample opportunities abound for retailers to thrive this festive season.
  • A sustainable supply chain is no longer a nice to have – whether you’re an established business or just starting out.  You’re probably very aware of your own waste – what you’re producing, how much of ...
  • September witnessed an upswing in consumer resilience and optimism as macro conditions improved. However, cost of living pressures remain a defining force for influencing shopping behaviour.
  • Unusually poor weather in July put downward pressure on retail sales, but the overall macroeconomic picture is steadily improving.
  • Favourable weather gave seasonal lines a boost in June, but high living costs continue to erode discretionary incomes.