Chic cancels January edition

Organisers for the long-standing fashion accessories tradeshow Chic have confirmed

the cancellation of its January edition due to “unfortunate family circumstances”.

The tradeshow, which is run by Chic Events, a family-run business, made the announcement ahead of its 34th edition expressing that they felt it would be impossible to devote the time needed to make the show a success for their loyal exhibitors and visitors.

Mark Greenhalgh, director at Chic, added: “We are a close family and our current circumstances would mean that the January Chic show would not get the care and attention required to be effective for both exhibitors and visitors.

“We are not in the business to hold exhibitions that don’t meet everyone’s expectations so rather than damage the reputation of the show we have made the decision to cancel. We have already been overwhelmed with kind messages and offer our sincere apologies to everyone affected.”

The next Chic, the UK’s only trade event dedicated to fashion, gift and travel accessories, will now take place in July at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry.