Spring Fair 2023

Welcome Speech

These are the crucial figures that help you quickly understand the health of your business, predict and avoid problems and plan for growth.

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

In this session split into 3 parts, Therese will share her top tips for selling with soul in order to grow your community and sales.

The metaverse has been one of the 2022's hot topics, we will delve into the myths, truths and opportunities of this exciting new space.  

 

Join us in this exclusive fireside chat as Piers Carpenter, winner of All That Glitters, tells all about his journey to becoming a Jewellery Star. 

 

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

In Conversation with.....

You’re all invited! Join us as we find out the winners of the De Montfort University Footwear Showcase Awards! 

In this workshop, SocialB’s expert trainer  Amy Hobson will share with you the 8 key steps to help you improve and maintain your website.

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

Kubi is a business media personality who has appear in several media outlets including Forbe, Sunday Times, The Guardian and Red Magazine providing brand commentary. She has a bi- monthly column in Harper’s Bazaar.

 

You’re all invited! Join us as we find out the winners of the New Jewels Award in collaboration with the National Association of Jewellers! 

Join us as Isobel Kershaw, Founder & Director of The Stylist Lonson draws on her experience as Director at Harrods, giving an inspirational talk about Style meets retail – tips for buyers and independent retailers on how to buy successfully with the eye of a stylist. 

A unique insight into the growth of marketplaces, and why retailers need marketplace presence to survive and thrive long-term.

You’re all invited! Join us for a drink and celebrate the winners of the Good Retail Awards!

Join this open session and know how to engage the world’s conscious consumer and stay relevant in this new era of impact.  

 

Join this session as Retail Expert Jonathan de Mello walks us through key market insight into the current retail landscape. The session will cover:

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

In this session, BBC Presenter Nayha Ahmad will be joined by Fashion Recruitment specialist Ian to discuss recruitment within the fashion retail industry. 

The cataclysmic changes we’ve seen – a clash between dramatic changes in technology, the economy, society, and the environment.

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

This session highlights the scale of the ecommerce delivery network and shows retailers how to minimise the impact of their supply chains on the planet. 

In this session split into 3 parts, Therese will share her top tips for selling with soul in order to grow your community and sales.

As a business owner, one of your most valuable assets is your mindset 

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

Join this workshop delivered by SocialB’s expert trainer  Amy Hobson to find out how to get more bang for your buck with your marketing budget.

TikTok is a great free tool to sell your products and connect with your customers 

GTN Greatest Christmas Awards

Take a seat and enjoy this session with the Style Sisters, they are set to take the Spring Fair Stage

Against a backdrop of global unrest and financial crisis, celebration offers the respite so desperately needed.

 

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

In this session E-Commerce expert Gosia will explore 10 common issues that cost fashion e-commerce businesses serious money but are often overlooked.

Starting your own podcast is SO easy, you can do it right now from your phone, and in an era of monumental boredom, the podcast has become a welcome break for those suffering from excessive screen time. 
 

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

Hear about DIT’s campaign.....

There’s a lot happening in marketing right now. From AI to the metaverse and from video to SEO – you need to be on top of the trends. Hear from leading marketing expert and best-selling author Simon Kingsnorth on what trends you need to be monitoring and what you need to do about them. 

Join retail entrepreneur and TV dragon, Theo Paphitis, as he is interviewed by The Sun’s Business Editor, Ashley Armstrong.

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

The last couple of years has seen an explosion of interest in behavioural science. And yet, despite the growth of recognised behavioural biases and tactical nudges out there, it’s clear that many are still unaware of the benefits on offer as part of any marketing mix.

Join this panel lead by Helena Mansell- Stopher, CEO at Products of Change 

Despite our corporate sustainability policies, the planet is now at the point of climate and ecological crisis. It’s time to change, to adopt a new approach that delivers meaningful impact. Georgia proposes a model of disruptive sustainability that challenges the status quo and embraces activism.

Join us for this session and learn how you can take advantage of one of the fastest growing categories in retail.

In this talk, Rosie Davies-Smith, the founder of  PR Dispatch, will show you how you can get your products featured in UK publications so you can stay visible and reach more customers. 

The High Street is being reinvented by a new generation of tech savvy entrepreneurs, who see the value of bricks and mortar alongside websites and online sales. Traditional values such as face-to-face interaction with customers is building new bonds, which are strengthen online buyer and seller relationships. But how are these entrepreneurs juggling both avenues of sale? With high street commercial contracts usually years long, and rates and rent way above the average business-owners scope, it seems unlikely they can continue to take advantage of our town centre units. The answer is they are using pop up to its fullest extent, and business education to make their business goals a reality. 

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

Join us for an update on the latest trends with Stylist Abbey Booth from Stories With Clothes and find out what to buy for the AW23/24 season. 

Marketing and Promotional Lessons from Children

Following on from the previously popular Magic Marketing and Mindsets series, this is an engaging session all about the very best child-like traits, attitudes, and approaches that we should be encouraging in ourselves, and our colleagues.

 

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.

PR is an effective way to get your business story across and offer a greater insight into the brand and the people behind it. From podcasts to magazine interviews, there are plenty of opportunities to gain coverage. In this talk, Rosie Davies-Smith, the founder of PR Dispatch will show you how you can raise your profile through PR.  

Be Inspired and start your buying at the MODA catwalk.

See the latest womenswear, footwear and accessories brought to life as the catwalk will show you how to build looks and ranges for AW23/24 from the show floor itself.