Margin the indie fair

Establishing itself as the trade fair for independent brands, Margin London attracted major international retailers alongside leading independents. This season Margin attracted indie boutiques from across the UK such as Ace, American Retro, Boy Parker, Eternal Envy, Foam, Lunacy, and Social. There was also a strong turnout of international buyers from across Europe and Japan that have regularly visited the show since its launch in 2002.

Major department stores attended Margin including House of Fraser, Harvey Nichols, Liberty, Top Man & Top Shop Concessions, Next Brands, and Fenwick, as well as online retailers such as ASOS and Coggles to Ethics Girls and Backin10minutes visited the fair. It shows Margin reaches across the retail spectrum and wants to include all buyers with one common purpose: to stay informed and on top of new brands.

The 18th edition of Margin saw an increase in visiting stores interested in fair-trade and organic clothing. For example ethical fashion label Frank & Faith, who previously exhibited at Pure in London, decided to showcase at Margin.

The next edition of Margin London will take place from 1-2nd August 2010.

Image: Frank & Faith