Source Fashion has announced new dates for next February following feedback from the show’s visitors.

Europe’s newest responsible sourcing show will now take place mid-week from (18-20) February at Olympia London.

Since launching in February 2023, its organisers Hyve Group said the show “continues on its upwards growth trajectory with an 65% increase in visitors year on year” offering brands and retailers “a diverse and safe space to source from audited manufacturers and artisans, enabling them to fuel the creation of responsibly made products”.

Its Source Luxury section, which has also tripled in size since its launch, continues to grow and the next edition will introduce footwear and leather sectors. 

Meanwhile, the upcoming February show will now be edited by product category instead of country status, incorporating Womenswear, Menswear, Footwear, Accessories, Source Luxury, and Technology & Services.

Suzanne Ellingham, director – Source Events for Hyve Group, said the new dateline for February allows it “to create a show that suits the needs of our audience, and we couldn’t ignore our visitor’s desire for mid-week dates.

“Since launching the show in 2023 we have seen extraordinary growth. There is a clear need in the marketplace to find responsible manufacturers and to help retailers, brands and wholesalers build transparent, responsible, supply chains. 

With the new dates, expansion of new sectors, and floorplan re-edit, we can continue to create a place where our community can source, learn and exchange ideas and drive change.”
 
Expected visitors and retailers include Rixo, John Lewis, ASOS, Lipsy, Lyle & Scott, Paul Smith, Reiss, Ghost, Toast, Bo & tee (Oh Polly), House of Fraser, Coast, Next, Urban Outfitters, N Brown, Love & Roses, Jeff Banks London, River Island, Harrods, French Connection, River Island, Very Group, AX Paris, Debenhams, Hunter, Boden, TikTokShop, and Amazon.