There are a lot of great British menswear brands out there. But which ones are the best? And what makes them so great? In this article, we’ll take a look at the best on offer for UK clothing for men […]
In a world filled with choices, it can be overwhelming when it comes to deciding what to wear. But when it comes to British women’s clothing brands, there are many that stand out from the fast fashion alternatives on the
Britain is renowned for its high quality, stylish design and luxurious fabrics in the home textiles industry. From traditional styles to modern interpretations, British brands are some of the most sought-after when it comes to selecting the best for our
A definitive list of the top 30 British-made bag brands We’ve put together a list of British-made bags from UK-made brands for every occasion, purpose and size. Our list is brimming with great design, materials and craftsmanship. All made right here in
For the living room, bedroom, garden or study, we bring you our list of the best British furniture brands. Our furniture is what makes a house a home, and there are plenty of options to choose UK-made furniture. So whether
Discover our curated made in UK jewellery makers. We’ve selected a range of brands in various styles and budgets, from bespoke fine jewellery to statement costume jewellery pieces, all made in the UK. If you’re after a piece of jewellery
There are a range of ways to fund your business based on what stage you are at, what you need the money for, and where you are located. How much you need to start your brand, and what you need
We bring you our top British-made Ceramicists and Potters. Ceramics can really add individuality and art to your home and this article gives you a vast range of options from tableware, vases and sculptures all made in Britain. So whether
Starting a brand can be really exciting, but also super scary. What do you need to do, in what order, and how much it’s all going to cost you! You don’t even know where to begin to estimate that one
With the upcoming coronation of King Charles III, you’ll no doubt find countless products in high street stores to mark the occasion. But how can you tell which ones are really made in the UK? Unfortunately, the answer is not
Primark, the fast fashion retailer, has recently launched a new denim collection that claims to feature ‘clothing made to last’. The press release has caused a storm on social media, with many seeing it as greenwashing. It also begs the
On 24 April 2013, the Rana Plaza building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, which housed five garment factories, collapsed. Killing at least 1,132 people and injuring more than 2,500. Ten years on, this kind of danger is sadly still present for workers
As the world eagerly awaits the coronation of King Charles III, you may be wondering what to wear to celebrate this historic event! Discover the best clothing to wear for the King’s coronation along with accessories made right here in
They are our cherished companions and we love to accessorise our pets! We’ve pulled together a list of the best accessories for dogs made in the UK. We’re helping you to treat your furry companion with some wonderful pet accessories
Looking for Mother’s Day Gift inspiration? Make sure it’s UK-made! Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect opportunity to show your mum just how much you appreciate her. Whether you’re looking for a gift that’s unique,
Despite sewing traditionally being seen as a ‘woman’s job’ there are still few women running sewing factories in the UK. To celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, we take a look at some of the inspiring women that are changing the
Feeling the chill? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with our best British-made knitted accessories brands! Are you looking for a winter warmers? We have the perfect solution for you! In this article, we bring you a definitive list of
Are you fed up with Instagram not delivering the goods anymore? Find yourself spending valuable time going down a scroll-hole hoping it might spark some ideas? If so, you’re not alone. Businesses are becoming increasingly disillusioned with social media, and
What are some of the most common misconceptions about making clothing in the UK? In this blog post, which is part of a talk I gave at Source Fashion in February 2023, I bust some myths around UK garment manufacturing
The first episode will be released on Friday 3rd March, 2023! I’ve already recorded a couple of the interviews for the next series, and I will fill you in in a minute about what the focus will be this series,
When it comes to children’s clothing, British brands can offer some of the highest quality pieces that are both stylish and practical. We’ve put together a list of our top kids clothing brands that are all made right here in
With the 14th February just around the corner, we have put together a list of gorgeous British-made Valentine’s gifts. As Valentine’s Day approaches, the search for the perfect gift for your loved one becomes more important than ever. While buying imported
From heels to brogues, trainers to boots, we bring you our list of the best made in UK shoe brands. [Updated January 2023] We’ve compiled a list the best shoe brands made in the UK, including everything from British-made trainers to occasion heels,
Kate will be sharing her knowledge on the increase in demand for manufacturing in the UK, and the benefits of making locally. Kate’s talk called Micro Factories: Fashion’s Reshoring Rush will cover: About Source Fashion Source Fashion is the UK’s
Launching your own brand and manufacturing your product in the UK? Here some of the common mistakes that I see start-ups make and how to avoid them. 10 Mistakes Made by Start-Ups: 1. Not allowing enough time to develop a product
The ultimate guide to British knitwear brands – all made in the UK UK-made knitwear is world-renowned. It’s no wonder – the mechanical knitting machine was invented in England and the oldest operating factory in the world is owned by
Recognised for her commitment to the UK retail industry, Make it British founder Kate Hills has been named as one of the Top 25 UK Retail Influencers for 2023 amongst industry experts Mary Portas and Theo Pathitis. Kate Hills, founder
Does the phrase critical path feel you with dread? Or make you jump for joy? When it comes to manufacturing a product a critical path is…critical! In this article I cover exactly what a critical path is, and when and
The English Home, November 2020 Kate Hills, founder of Make it British has been celebrated by The English Home magazine for her dedication to UK manufacturing and supporting British-made brands. Make it British members such as Putnams and Revival Beds
A common concern that I hear from many product-based businesses is how hard they find manufacturing. But you can make manufacturing easy. You just need to follow three simple rules… As an example, I was chatting to a brand owner this week
If you are looking to make in the UK, or if you already do, you are likely to be passionate about making your products locally and developing partnerships with UK manufacturers. But do you know what goes into building a
Trying to decide on a range plan for your new brand? It’s easy to get carried away with loads of great ideas while you’re brainstorming different products. However, it will work in your favour if you don’t overcomplicate things, particularly if
From sturdy walking socks, warm and cosy merino wool socks, to luxury patterned or plain, our list sock brands that make in the UK feature something for everyone. Socks are often an afterthought when pulling together your outfit, but they
Where can you buy British yarn? Loads of places! Read on to find out who’s making yarn here. From local farms and hand-dyers, to large mills and commercial spinners, there’s a wealth of British yarn makers producing some amazing quality
How much do you know about the wool industry and British wool? We bring you 10 amazing facts so you can find out more about this unique fibre. This week sees the official start of Wool Month (3rd-30th October), a campaign
Here is our list of home improvement UK brands who manufacture right here in Britain. Whether you’re looking to spruce up your home or want to give yourself a DIY challenge, our list of home improvement UK brands can help
Here at Make it British HQ, we love a good UK beauty product, and of course, our first picks are from British beauty brands! Here we’ve rounded up our favourite beauty brands that make UK beauty products: Including everything you
Return to the office or classroom with well-made stationery and supplies from our UK-made brands. We all use it in one form or another, but is your stationery lacking in style and quality? If so, look no further than this wonderful
When it comes to finding the perfect silk scarf or pocket square, British brands always come out on top. From classic designs to more fashion-forward pieces, these brands have something for everyone. The perfect accessory for pairing with your outfit
As a new parent, you want the best for your baby. But with so many different brands and products on the market, it can be hard to know where to start. When it comes to buying clothing or accessories for
We have some brilliantly designed British-made eco-friendly products that can replace the plastic disposable items you use daily. Here are some ideas to get you started on swapping out your single-use plastics for reusable products made in the UK. A
Summer holidays are here and we have all the UK-made beachwear and accessories you need to make any beach paradise. With the kids off school and many businesses enjoying a bit of down time, July and August are the most
Whether you are a beginner looking for a comfortable and stylish outfit, or an experienced cyclist looking for performance-enhancing clothing, there is a UK cycling clothing and accessories brand for you. With cycling a popular choice with commuters and cyclists
We Bring You Some of the Best UK-Made Men’s Accessories from Our British Brands. With Father’s Day just around the corner, we bring you some inspiration with our list of the best British-made Men’s accessories. With the perfect ideas for
Do you know where your chocolate was made? Some of the popular brands we all know and love might not be as British-made as you’d think. So we’ve put together a list of those that you can guarantee are 100%
We bring you our top UK lingerie brands & British made underwear brands. Thought you couldn’t get lingerie or underwear that was manufactured in the UK? We’ve found a host of UK lingerie brands who design and make here, from
Looking for British-made kitchenware? Look no further than our definitive list of the best kitchenware brands that are made in the UK. UK-made tableware and ceramics have a worldwide reputation for their innovative design and quality. Whether you’re looking for
If you are looking to make in the UK, or if you already do, you are likely to be passionate about making your products locally and developing partnerships with UK manufacturers. But do you know what goes into making UK-made
High street retailer confusing shoppers with ‘Fake it British’ branding When you see a coat for £59.99 with words like ‘luxury’ and ‘wool’ together, along with talk of traditional tailoring and a picture of a British bulldog, what thoughts does
The figures are shocking – Around £140m worth of textile waste is sent to UK landfill each year according to a report by WRAP. And a study by LABFRESH puts the UK as the third largest producing of textile waste
According to the Office of National Statistics UK textile manufacturing has grown from £9 billion to £11 billion between 2018 to 2020. Kate Hills, founder of Make it British, was invited to discuss these figures on BBC Radio 4. She
Looking for the perfect something to treat a loved one or help them celebrate a special occasion? Make sure your present is a British-made gift. If you give the gift of UK-made, not only are you helping to support British
Looking for a wardrobe staple to last for years to come? Our list of denim and jeans made in Britain includes something to suit everyone from our proudly UK-made brands. Jeans and denim are clothing pieces that never go out
Thanks to everyone that supported the first-ever Made in UK Day on 9th March 2021. The hashtag #madeinukday trended at No.5 in the United Kingdom on Twitter. It also had a total reach of over 38.5 million people – 25% of which
Made in Great Britain and Made in UK are often used interchangeably. We’ve done it here at Make it British, but there is a difference between the phrases. You may not know what that difference is, so here’s an explanation
Looking for a clothing manufacturer for your small business? Look no further than within the UK. The following British clothing manufacturers are all members of Make it British and can help you with sampling and production. When it comes to
We don’t think so, and we’ll show you why… You can’t compare apples to apples – buying clothing made overseas is not as cheap as you may think… There is a myth that making clothing in the UK is much
Can you launch a brand with £500? Or do you need more like £50,000? We surveyed Make it British members to reveal how much it cost them to launch their brand and the results may surprise you… I’m sure many
With just over 2 weeks until the UK leaves the EU, Adrian Chiles made a radio programme for BBC Radio 4 called Living British. He challenged me to dress him head to toe in British-made, and I obliged with the
There is no doubt that it is going to be a challenging Christmas for UK businesses this year. How do you sell your UK-made products at this time of year? Don’t despair! The good news is that if you make
Kate Hills features on Fashion Roundtable’s first ever podcast. I was delighted to be featured as the first ever guest on Fashion Roundtable’s great new podcast ‘From Front Row to Front Bench’. Fashion Roundtable is an organisation that collaborates with
Laxtons is one of the UK’s leading specialist yarn manufacturers serving high end global brands. They are still very much a family business, founded by George Laxton and Gordon Holmes in 1907 and run today by the fourth generation, James
Do you ever wonder what consumers think about a made in UK label? Does it carry enough sway to encourage people to purchase? We look at the research and come to some conclusions… There have been several reports published over
Luxury Scottish cashmere manufacturer, Johnstons of Elgin, is reinforcing its sustainable credentials through the launch of a new range using leftover yarn from its main collections. Maintaining the highest level of quality, the range will benefit the environment and last longer
At Make it British we sometimes receive messages from people telling us that they can’t afford to buy British-made goods. But we’re here to tell you it may be the most cost effective option. When cost per wear is calculated,
With face masks now a necessity in our daily lives, we bring you our top 30 face coverings – all made in the UK. These fantastic face masks are all created by our Make it British members. They’re making face
Vogue Business. 15 May 2020 Make it British founder, Kate Hills, comments on fashion’s role in manufacturing PPE Equipment in this Vogue Business article discussing Covid-19 relief efforts paving the way for more local production and collaborations. Read the full
Marketplace.org. 13 April 2020 Kate Hills features in an article on marketplace.org regarding the impact of Covid-19 on British manufacturing. Kate Hills of Make It British, a manufacturing advocacy group, said that British clothing retailers and brands are now focused on
The coronavirus is affecting many different industries, maybe none more so than manufacturing supply chains. In this report I did with the BBC we looked at the impact of the Covid-19 outbreak on UK textile manufacturers. Could this lead to
Derbyshire fashion firm David Nieper has commissioned an academic report into the environmental impact of offshore manufacturing. The report highlights 47% less emissions are created by manufacturing clothes in the UK. The report, commissioned by UK clothing manufacturer David Nieper, was
UK manufacturers have warned the fashion industry could face a “severe” shortage of skilled workers if a recommendation to restrict the migration of workers comes into force after Brexit. The below article was featured on drapersonline.com in July 2019, by
We bring you our top 20 British-made Garden Accessories. We bring you our list of 20 of the best British garden accessories. Covering everything from greenhouses to lawn mowers, planters to wheelbarrows! The sun is out (maybe!), it’s time to make the
Thousands of manufacturers, retailers, designers and academics gathered to showcase the creativity and diversity of UK manufacturing and to share their inspiring stories at Make it British Live! 2019 at The Business Design Centre, London. These are challenging but exciting
Knitting Industry. 5 June 2019 www.knittingindustry.com shares news from the successful Make it British Live! 2019 trade show and conference. Read the full article here.
CWB. 5 June 2019 CWB, the UK’s leading trade magazine dedicated exclusively to the childrenswear industry takes a look at Make it British Live! 2019 trade show and conference. Read the full article here.
Drapers. 29 May 2019 Drapers celebrates the success of Make it British Live! in its new home at the Business Design Centre Read the full article here.
Trade shows are very busy events, with thousands of visitors trying to gain the attention of the exhibitors. To achieve the most out of your visit you need to get organised. Read our top tips to help you prepare for
One of the best ways of finding suppliers and manufacturers is by attending a trade show, but there are many other benefits. We give you 5 reasons why attending a trade show is essential to your business. If you’re at
The UK Fashion and textiles industry employs 120,000 people and produces £9 billion of textiles every year. This hugely important UK industry, with roots established before the industrial revolution, is experiencing unprecedented demand despite the uncertainty caused by Brexit. 2019
The northern business that started as a daft idea in the pub and began operations on referendum day has dashed past the £1m mark as Brexit looms. Make it British Members HebTroCo is a two-man menswear start-up which was launched
Trailblazer of UK reshoring and ethical manufacturing, Jenny Holloway gives a frank interview on how tough it was to set up a clothing factory. Having previously come from a buying background, she shares the highs and lows it took to create
If you’re looking to manufacture a product you’ll likely have heard people talking about MOQs. But what exactly does that mean? Why do manufacturers have them? And, how can you overcome high MOQs? So what exactly is an MOQ? It
So, you know what it is you want to make and what you want to make it from, but how do you calculate the cost price for it? Let’s talk about prices – in particular cost prices. Why it’s important
As the dust settles on the EU Referendum vote and the country basks in the glory of it’s most successful Olympics since …., we asked some of the UK manufacturers that we know what their hopes for the future were
Make it British started as a blog in 2011 out of a passion to help save UK manufacturing. Here’s why I do what I do, to help you if you manufacture in the UK… It all started when I was working
If you’re looking for Christmas decorations that are made in Britain then look no further. We’ll help you make your house look festive whilst still buying locally made products. Tinsel Let’s start with the tinsel! We have only found one
Innovation and authenticity will be the key drivers of growth in manufacturing post Brexit, was the overarching message of over 100 leading British manufacturers, producers and brands at this year’s Make it British Forum at the Textile Centre of Excellence,
Brand Consultant, Andrea Freeman, joins us to discuss her work with heritage brands to keep them relevant for todays customer, and share how she is building one of her own – The Beehive Brand. The Beehive Brand is a heritage
You’re a manufacturer so you don’t think it’s worth being on Instagram? Right? Wrong! If you are a UK manufacturer, especially if your customers are in the creative industries, you really should think about having an active Instagram profile. And
English sparkling wine is one of our favourite summer tipples here at Make it British. So we’ve decided to create a list to help you enjoy it too! Here’s our Top 10 of English sparkling wines… According to the English
Are you starting a new British-made fashion brand? You may have had a brilliant idea, but how do you get from that initial idea to having physical product to sell? We have laid out the 7 stages of fashion production
Going camping? We’ve got you covered with our ultimate guide to British-made camping equipment. We bring you our top British-made products and accessories to make your camping trip as comfortable, stylish and enjoyable as possible. We just can’t guarantee you
Do you have a brand that manufactures in the UK, or are thinking about making here? Here are 11 reasons why you should manufacture your product in Britain. 1. Minimum Order Quantities are Lower As a general rule of thumb,
Famous for it’s lush countryside and rolling dales, Yorkshire is also renowned for producing some of the world’s finest textiles. We bring you our top 15 Yorkshire textile mills. There are several dozen textile firms still operating in Yorkshire, including
We’re never going to stop people from buying clothing, but what we can do is aim to produce it in the most sustainable way possible. One of those ways is to make it locally, and here’s why… When it was
Confused about where to start when costing your British-made product? Our easy cost price calculator can help you work it out. One of the biggest issues I see with businesses launching a British-made product is not building in enough
Do you have your own brand but are struggling to find a manufacturer? It may be time to consider the benefits of setting up your own factory. When I first left college there was a recession on. This made it
British-made maternity wear: Why are there not more brands making in the UK? By Lauren Walker With my second baby due very soon, I wanted to take a look at British-made maternity wear brands and why there are surprisingly few
Britain is known for its beer, so it seemed about time we put together a list of some of our favourites. Here’s our top 25 British breweries for you to enjoy We’ve been brewing in Britain for thousands of years, and
The variety of knitted fabrics available can be confusing, but understanding the different fabric types is essential when designing fashion. Your fabric choices can make or break your product when it goes into production. We speak to Rajen Ved of
