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Doodler, illustrator and all round creative, Sam, will be making her Top Drawer debut this year with Sam Jayne Design. We caught up with her to find out what inspires her, how she’s staying positive d ... -
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These times are unprecedented. As business is adapting to the implications of COVID19, there are many big decisions to make and, for many, a quieter and more uncertain time is ahead. Therefore, it is ... -
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After, quite literally, having their products appear to them in a dream, Katy and Alex got to work creating a range of reusables that truly stood apart in a crowded market. Having made their debut at ... -
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With the majority of consumers currently house-bound, it’s no surprise that Pinterest is reporting an all-time high in site searches. Used by more than 300 million people world-wide each month, the im ... -
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As we all adjust to life in lockdown, Spotted curator Charlotte Abrahams asked some of the Spotted Award’s expert judges and mentors for their suggestions on how to use this time creatively for the go ... -
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Today saw bricks and mortar stores across the U.K. join much of Europe in closing their doors following the Government’s decision to shut all non-essential shops last night. -
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With business being uncertain at the moment with COVID-19 dominating our heads and the headlines, Press Loft has come up with a few ways to help you navigate through these rocky times by focusing your ... -
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Yaasss Queen! It’s 2020 and there has never been a better time for women to be in control with unapologetic confidence. In the wake of International Women’s day, we speak to Cat Crossley, owner of Cl ... -
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Canadian born UAL student, Alexander Neumann, describes his journey of developing a beautifully simple stacking game, Misfits. Reinventing wooden shapes to create a compelling, design-led game, offeri ... -
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Top Drawer S/S20 was filled with visual delights, but few grabbed visitors’ attention quite like Marokka’s King Gus; a triumph of design, sitting at nearly ten feet. We took a few minutes with Owner a ... -
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Building their brand around four signature moods—Relax, Release, Renew and Relate—Halcyon Naturals has created a luxury range of home fragrance products that really does have something to suit and exc ... -
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A family business that hails from Cornwall, very few combine distinctive design and eco-friendly materials as well as LIGA. Excitingly, they’re launching 4 new ranges at Top Drawer S/S20, so we took 5 ... -
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On a mission to replace everyday plastic, The Wood Life Project instantly captured the attention of retailers with their inspiring range of eco-friendly, British-made wooden products when they made th ... -
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The government has set out its 2020 plans in the Queen's Speech and there is important news for Britain’s small retailers - a promised 50% discount in business rates for some in the short-term and an ... -
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Top Drawer’s Wellbeing sector has become a firm favourite amongst visitors—not to mention the most beautifully scented part of the show. Our Senior Sales Manager, David Westbrooke, has shared his top ... -
Proving that children’s products can delight and excite kids and parents alike, Top Drawer’s PLAY sector showcases the very best in design-led goods for little ones. Our Senior Sales Manager, David We ... -
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Journalists have busy working lives and receive a huge amount of emails from a variety of brands every day. What they choose to look at and use is all down to how you portray your brand and products. ... -
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With years of creating advertising for major global brands under his belt, Sonny Adorjan wanted to apply his skills to something more personal and worthwhile. Teaming up with the best partner he could ... -
I’m increasingly reminded of a meeting with industry heavyweight Adam Tihany, some years ago during a Paris summer. Sometimes called the first specialised restaurant designer, I’d met with him to disc ... -
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Taking inspiration from colour, pattern, space and other creatives doing amazing things, it’s no surprise that, when asked why she does what she does, Ruth says: “I want people to smile and celebrate ... -
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Turning the frustrations of a rain-soaked rucksack into a business opportunity, Roka London founder Brett, with the support of his wife Emma, has created a range of stylish, functional bags to catch t ... -
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Faux flowers and plants are having an unmistakable renaissance across the UK, now is the time to get on board with the possibilities this presents. -
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Having launched at the show 30 years ago, it seems only fitting that Two’s Company by Mulhouse will take their final bow at Top Drawer A/W19, having chosen to retire this Christmas. A family-run busi ... -
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Having just earned her MA degree in Textile Design from Chelsea College of Art in London, Michell Njeri Small was ready to take on the world! But that no idea how to get started. With previous experie ... -
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Monica Eter creates home fragrance products for people who are lovers of luxury design, have an obsession for scent and a passion for the planet. Read about how an unfortunate illness led to an inspir ... -
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Instagram is no doubt an extremely effective social media platform for influencer marketing campaigns. Introduce influencer marketing to your existing Instagram campaigns to boost brand recognition an ... -
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Being mindful of how we consume has become a priority in today’s world. Our health, the health of our loved ones and that of the planet are changing how we shop. We are becoming more conscious of what ... -
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Inspired by the nostalgic feeling of receiving a beautiful gift in the post, Letter Box Hamper is bringing Britain’s best luxury food and drink—from the likes of Coco Chocolatier, Tregothnan Estate Te ... -
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If getting your products featured by magazines, blogs and top influencers is on the top of your list - read on! Nicola Snell, Founder of Press Loft, has compiled some tips for getting publicity in the ... -
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Designer Lorna Syson—who creates her intricate and uplifting nature-inspired patterns by drawing on childhood in Warwickshire, holidays in Cornwall and country walks with her dog Jenkins—has collabora ... -
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Having spent her career working as a Buyer and Product Developer, Rebecca Mills shares her advice on launching a brand at Top Drawer's SPOTTED sector. -
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Top Drawer is delighted to announce the launch of MR. -
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Get Behind The Brand Orbitkey We’ll be talking to Orbitkey who create products designed for “Clever organisation for better living” and will be joining our dynamic line-up at MR.
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Despite the isolation of the great Covid-19 lockdown, our style survival instincts have seemingly gone into overdrive. “Dressing to impress” is inherently hard-wired into human social behaviour, and t ... -
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As government Covid-19 Lockdowns around the world begin to ease, children head back to school and we return to work, has the growing momentum for sustainability suffered a major setback this year? -
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Congratulations to our exhibitors who are finalists for the Gift of the Year Awards! It is wonderful to see some of our top brand's new products and talent be recognised by the industry. Read on to se ... -
Designer Lorna Syson—who creates her intricate and uplifting nature-inspired patterns by drawing on childhood in Warwickshire, holidays in Cornwall and country walks with her dog Jenkins—has collabora ...
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With business being uncertain at the moment with COVID-19 dominating our heads and the headlines, Press Loft has come up with a few ways to help you navigate through these rocky times by focusing your ...
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Journalists have busy working lives and receive a huge amount of emails from a variety of brands every day. What they choose to look at and use is all down to how you portray your brand and products. ...
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Having spent her career working as a Buyer and Product Developer, Rebecca Mills shares her advice on launching a brand at Top Drawer's SPOTTED sector.
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Karen Haller is a leading international authority on colour psychology, specialising in business brand colour, interiors and wellbeing and the author of The Little Book of Colour. She offers her key t ... -
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Have you been wondering whether you should be using live video such as Instagram Live? The words ‘live video’ can seem a bit daunting, but actually the benefits for your brand using Instagram Live is ... -
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An analysis of the top inspirations for innovative retail design in 2023, from sustainability to experience-centric and adaptive layouts. -
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Yesterday Instagram made the announcement that they were launching a ‘Support Small Business’ sticker so that users can give a shout out to their favourite brands in just a few steps. -
Yaasss Queen! It’s 2020 and there has never been a better time for women to be in control with unapologetic confidence. In the wake of International Women’s day, we speak to Cat Crossley, owner of Cl ...
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Our Gift exhibitor, is an exciting multidisciplinary creative studio that specialise in lettering. Creating a diverse range of products including, mugs, books and games - with each of them exploring l ... -
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A guide to the Top Drawer 2023 trade show, highlighting the invaluable opportunities it provides for exhibitors, buyers and interior designers. -
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If you like eye catching, unique home accessories then look no further than Design + Made who will be exhibiting in our Launchpad area next week. Marsha, the designer behind the boldly designed candle ... -
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Scandinavian brand Elly Vvaller create delightful stationery and home goods in beautifully bold and bright prints. The brand prides itself on creating products which embody both simplicity and playful ... -
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Take a closer look at our Gift sector, which is bursting with the latest product launches your customers will be shopping in the new year. -
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Christmas happens twice in the world of PR. Every year, around mid-June to mid-July, brands are organising Christmas product shoots and getting their imagery and collections ready for the Christmas se ... -
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A preview of the upcoming London Design Show 2023, also known as Top Drawer, highlighting ticket info, networking opportunities, and a focus on future retail trends. -
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Held in the heart of London, Top Drawer is the UK's leading design-led trade show, carefully curated with buyers in mind, complimented by Top Drawer On Demand - the digital platform connecting brands ... -
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"Always try and learn from other people’s experiences but to follow your own gut, carve out your own path and do it your own way. Someone once said to me that unless you walked a mile in someone else ... -
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Each year Top Drawer aims to give emerging, new-to-market brands the opportunity to exhibitor to our community of top quality buyers. In the show’s collaboration with the University of Arts London, bu ... -
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Sustainability has become a key part of how businesses operate, meet these brands who are creating ingenious products that are also eco-friendly. -
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The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) launched Love Your High Street Week in 2023 to celebrate the incredible independent retailers that make our high streets so special. The week-long ... -
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Take a look back at our UAL exhibitors from Top Drawer Autumn - plus a sneak peek at the brands joining Launchpad in January! -
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If your brand is looking for exquisite paper to use for your products or advertising, then look no further that G . F Smith. With over 130 years of experience they know paper and it's production bette ... -
A preview of what buyers and exhibitors can expect at the 2023 London Trade Fair, Top Drawer, and tips on preparing for this event.
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With the Christmas season fast approaching, there’s no time like now to be stocking all things festive. Founder of indie marketplace, And so to Shop, Louise Daniel has selected her top picks from On D ... -
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Examining the key challenges and opportunities facing retail post-COVID. -
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The simplest ideas are often the best is an adage that has never seemed more appropriate in the midst of COVID-19 and all that comes with it. One brand making a huge difference with their adapted appr ... -
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Discover the colour that needs to be part of your 2023 collection, Viva Magenta.
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