STARTING AND GROWING a successful fashion business is tough! The UK is the centre of creativity but designers/fashion businesses face a high failure rate, often due to a lack of business and entrepreneurial skills, and struggle to access finance.
THAT’S WHERE WE COME IN…
We’re passionate about supporting both start up and established fashion entrepreneurs, and our mission is to challenge the low success rate in the sector, with our approachable mentoring and access to fashion industry expertise and finance.
Access our industry experts who are here to give you tailor made guidance & support
Gain expertise and network at our inspirational and practical talks and workshops.
See our NEW ONLINE GETTING IT MADE COURSE
Join our vibrant networking community offering events, essential resources and exclusive offers
A government backed, flexible loan for those trading 2 years or under, which comes with FREE mentoring
INTRODUCTION TO FASHION ANGEL
WHO ARE WE?
We’re a team of fashion industry experts that understand what it takes to build a successful fashion business. Our collective experience includes working with clothing, footwear, accessories, textiles and jewellery labels. We’ll give you the guidance and support you need to take your business forward.
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Looking for investment for your fashion brand? Last chance to book a place at our Pitching For Fashion Funding masterclass @BIPC on 22 Jan - 2 spaces left https://t.co/6F7P4ohprr https://t.co/EMqkidgwTv
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Geat to see so many aspiring #Fashionentrepreneurs at the @e_nation #startup2020 How To Start A Fashion Business talk and be joined by Rosie @lfa_agency https://t.co/fVhwkm6hbk
Alison Lewy MBE will be speaking at StartUp 2020 tomorrow on the 'How to Start A Fashion Business' at 2pm. She'll also be on the @startuploanuk stand at 11.30pm to discuss finance. Join us for the biggest start-up show of the new year https://t.co/yy0PSRusv0 https://t.co/UEXRjKkMqt
Is 2020 the year you take your fashion brand to the next level? We can help you pitch for funding! Our Masterclass on 22/01/2020 will help you create a pitch deck & gain the confidence to nail that investment. https://t.co/aMVvgWcryN
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See the top sourcing exhibitions for 2020 - plus win a workshop space! - https://t.co/jYey2ZqwUz https://t.co/u598vV1NA7
If you’re looking to source fabrics and manufacturers for clothing, accessories in 2020, visiting trade shows are a good option, as you’ll be able to see a multitude of suppliers under one roof. Here are our top Trade Show picks for the year ahead > https://t.co/MTmYXIgiRb
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Did you know that @StartUpLoansUK has now lent over £50m to BAME business owners in London? We’re proud to support #diversity in the fashion industry and to have helped so many BAME fashion entrepreneurs with a #startuploan https://t.co/czWUX3EGqs
Our founder Alison Lewy MBE will be speaking at the UK’s biggest start-up show of the new year #StartUp2020 on the 18 January with @e_nation, make 2020 the year to start or grow a great business. Join us: https://t.co/jbTxZH9JxK https://t.co/YK3U8io2pB
Are you ready for investment? Join our Pitching 4 Fashion Funding Masterclass 22 January 💰💰 @bipc LIMITED SPACES so BOOK NOW - https://t.co/RSvmL3iXea https://t.co/0VUXoqoZuF
It's officially 2020 & we are super excited for all the things we have planned for the year ahead. Thank you to everyone that supported us in 2019. We are back in the office on Monday 6th Jan, so we'll see you then! #teamfashionangel #happynewyear2020
Are you starting a lingerie or swimwear brand? If so one of our mentors Sasha Ramdoo is running a new online Buying & Merchandising course for swimwear/lingerie https://t.co/SGmgpKZ4F0
DON’T HANG ABOUT, CHECK US OUT
Call 0208 216 3411 let us talk you through all the options to see what’s best for you.
Email info@fashion-angel.co.uk or contact us and we’ll get right back to you.
Join the Business Club, book a place on one of our hugely informative events, see how mentoring can help you, or find out how a Start Up Loan can get you started.
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6 UK Trade Shows to visit if you’re looking to source fabrics & manufacturers in 2020
If you’re looking to source fabrics and manufacturers for clothing, accessories or textile based homewares, visiting trade shows are a good option, as you’ll be able to see a multitude of suppliers under one roof.
Fashion Angel at Fashion SVP Sourcing Exhibition January 2020
Fashion Angel will once again be exhibiting at sourcing exhibition Fashion SVP, on January 29th & 30th at Olympia.
Designer Spotlight:Interview with Sleep Siren Founder
As part of our Designer Spotlight series we spoke with former marketing guru Lily Boulle, founder of Europe’s first online sleep and wellness boutique, Sleep Siren. The platform launched in January 2019, after securing finance and mentoring from Fashion Angel, via the government’s Start Up Loan initiative.
TOP TIPS FOR DECIDING WHETHER TO MANUFACTURE IN THE UK OR OVERSEAS
When looking for manufacturing partners, one of the key decisions you’ll need to make is whether you want to produce in the UK, or are prepared to manufacture offshore. Read our top tips.