Caribbean fashion is always in season and just in time. Ten designers from across the region will head to showcase and promote their brands in one of the major international markets: the Autumn Fair in Birmingham, UK, from September 4-7, 2022, funded by the Export Development Agency of the Caribbean (Caribbean Export) and the European Union (EU).
“The Caribbean fashion industry continues to be an important sector within the cultural industries. We created the Caribbean Fashion Showroom to support the increased visibility of Caribbean designers with the ultimate goal of increasing Caribbean fashion exports,” shared Allyson Francis, Caribbean Export Services Specialist.
The regional fashion brands exhibiting at the upcoming Fall Fair under the Caribbean Fashion Showroom stand are Theodore Elyett (Bahamas), Catori’s (Barbados), Gisselle Mancebo (Dominican Republic), Sandilou (Haiti), Reve Jewelery (Jamaica), Designs by Nadia (Saint Lucia), FETE-ish (Saint Lucia), Kimmysticclo (Saint Vincent and the Grenadines), LOUD by Afiya (Trinidad and Tobago), and Aya Styler (Trinidad and Tobago).
With the support of EU and Caribbean Export, these creative companies aim to attract and network with leading European buyers while showcasing the warmth and uniqueness of the islands through various indigenous fabrics, colors and materials covering clothing, footwear, jewelry and accessories.
“We are excited to participate in a trade show aimed at the fashion industry, and very happy to be part of this group and to meet the other participating brands and designers. I look forward to meeting potential retailers and tapping into the UK market; The Caribbean has a lot to offer! Go with an open mind, to learn and of course to network, it’s a great opportunity! Thanks to Caribbean Export for the inclusion and I look forward to being a part of more events like these in the future,” said Tease Bennett, Co-Founder of Reve Jewelery.
Autumn Fair is the UK’s industry-leading marketplace for wholesale fashion, gift and homeware. This four-day event aims to host and offer the best products and inspiration, as well as valuable connections, just in time for the Golden Quarter. The Fall Fair offers the perfect opportunity for shoppers to restock and place last minute orders for the festive season. With over 600 UK and international exhibitors showcasing their collections each year, there is a huge range of products at the Autumn Fair from its four key shopping destinations: Home, Gifts, Fashion and Design & Source. (eureporter.co)
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