YKK London Showroom news and archive

YKK London Showroom Unveils Exclusive Digital Showroom Collaboration with London College of Fashion

YKK® is proud to announce the launch of its latest collaboration with London College of Fashion, marking an exciting fusion of innovation, sustainability, and creativity. As part of a year-long partnership, YKK® selected and sponsored six exceptionally talented final-year students, challenging them to push the boundaries of design using YKK®...

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YKK London Showroom to Showcase Accessories of Activism Project by Shelter Boutique and Artist Jo Cope

The YKK London Showroom is delighted to announce the upcoming exhibition of the Accessories of Activism project, a powerful collaboration between Shelter Boutique and artist Jo Cope. This unique art exhibition will be displayed in the YKK London Showroom window, showcasing the fusion of two impactful Shelter projects – 'Wherever I Lay My Hat'...

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YKK London Showroom re-launches student workshop with deadstock sample sale on November 2

The global zipper manufacturer YKK is inviting students to return to its London showroom for a free student fastening workshop offering advice about zips, snaps, buttons and more. The launch event ‘Deadstock day’ will take place on November 2 and will feature a sample sale of deadstock items and a workshop introducing fastenings. On the day,...

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YKK marks the 5th anniversary of its London Showroom

YKK London Showroom marked its fifth anniversary on December 2nd, 2020, as it celebrates its ongoing relationships with the local fashion community, designers, students, artists and accessory makers. A unique resource hub for emerging designers and brands based in the heart of Shoreditch, the concept behind the YKK London Showroom first came...

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In Conversation with Dimitri Gabellier, winner of the YKK Accessories Award at Graduate Fashion Week 2019

De Montfort University footwear design graduate Dimitri Gabellier has caught the attention of the fashion world with his innovative sport shoe designs, one of which saw him win the coveted YKK Accessories Award at Graduate Fashion Week 2019. “I wanted a new way to construct a shoe, something I’d never done before,” explains Dimitri Gabellier....