PARIS TOP 5 ROUNDUP SS24
With SS24 comp-shops in full swing we have curated a round-up of the Paris Top 5 Ladies straw must-haves for the season!
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TOP 10 CATWALK ROUNDUP AW23
With the Autumn Winter Fashion weeks over for another year, here’s a round up of the key must have pieces from this seasons shows!
Our Top 5 Items to Pack for a Comp-Shop
By Amy Smith
Written by Amy Smith – Senior Designer With years of experience under my design belt you’d think I’d be used to packing for a comp-shop by now, but there’s always that paranoia the night before when I feel the need to add a few more bits into my luggage “just in case”. So, here’s an … Continued
The Life of a Fashion Supplier at INDX
On the 1st and 2nd of February 2023, our team attended the INDX Womenswear Show held at Cranmore Park Exhibition Centre in Solihull. The show provides the opportunity for buyers and suppliers to trade in an informal and professional buying environment, stress-free and relaxed. We thought we’d take you through our experience at INDX as … Continued
We’re Still Here!
By wandcadmin
With some changes to our working ways to follow government guidelines to keep our teams safe both in the UK and China and ensure service continues for our customers around the world, we wanted to take the time to reassure you that we’re still fully operational, working to bring you the latest design intelligence and … Continued
Updates To Our Schedule 2020
By wandcadmin
Due to the continuing disruption of the COVID-19 outbreak, restrictions on large gatherings, events and going to work remain strict. This has meant that we have had to make a number of changes to our usual Spring/Summer schedule with many tradeshows and exhibitions cancelled or rescheduled. The health and safety of our staff and customers … Continued
Update to Customers & Suppliers in Response to the COVID-19 Outbreak
By wandcadmin
Please see below a letter from our CEO & Owner, Philip Wright
Register to Order Online!
By wandcadmin
We’ve made it even easier for you to get your hands on the styles you love! We’re excited to announce that you can now view and order the latest Boardmans collections via our website. We recognise that sustainability is an increasing concern for our customers and we are constantly seeking ways to make your experience … Continued
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Boardmans Launch Premium & Sustainable Options
By wandcadmin
As we enter a brand-new decade, we couldn’t be more excited to kick off 2020 by evolving our collection to include premium and sustainable options. We recognise that sustainability is a pressing concern in our industry, so one of our ambitions for 2020 is to continue seeking out new methods in which we can make … Continued
Visit Us & Win At MODA 2019!
By wandcadmin
Boardmans are delighted to be back at Moda at the Birmingham NEC on Sunday 4th August and we have an exciting few days planned! Not only are we launching our stunning new occasionwear collection for SS20, we are also giving away 2 x Ladies Day tickets to one lucky visitor. We have 4 locations and … Continued
Occasionwear Collection Launch
By wandcadmin
Still feeling inspired by recent trips to some of the world’s most stylish cities, the Boardmans team are back and ready to launch a brand new collection for 2020! After working hard on the range all year, Wholesale Business Manager Nuala Gaffney and Designer Beth Morgan were excited to head to China and bring the … Continued
ARE YOU READY FOR SPRING FAIR?!
By wandcadmin
#SNEEKPEAK #MANCHESTER #BTS #ONSET #BOARDMANS #ALICEHANNAH See us at #SpringFair from 4th-8th February at The NEC in Birmingham. Be sure to see our amazing 2018 collections at stands 20L38 + 20L40!
AW18 Kids Flash Trend
By wandcadmin
This AW18 kids flash trend on Fair Isle knit, takes inspiration from some of the best ideas and designs on the high street. This has been a reoccurring theme across all the comp shops we have seen in the UK, Europe and further afield; Tokyo, New York, Berlin and Paris to name just a few. … Continued
Men’s Fair Isle Flashtrend
By wandcadmin
Fair Isle knitwear is a major theme running throughout menswear this AW18. We have seen some great examples in all our comp shop destinations including New York, Berlin and Barcelona. This report highlights three of the best takes on this traditional knitted style. Berlin was best for the finer gauge ideas in muted commercial colours … Continued
SEE US AT MODA ON 6TH – 8TH AUGUST
By wandcadmin
Come and see us at MODA this upcoming August! With our latest exhibition showcasing Boardmans & Alice Hannah autumn winter 2017 products this February, don’t miss out on seeing the next chapter of what Boardmans has to offer you in their newest Elegance 2018 collection. Exhibition: MODA Location: The NEC Birmingham Date: Sunday 6th – Tuesday 8th August 2017 … Continued
AW Mens Trends – Top 10 Report
By wandcadmin
Our AW18 focus is on warm handles and texture; brushed surfaces, chunky cables, slubs and neps add depth to classic beanie shapes. Newness is brought to the winter baseball cap with tonal brushed checks in sophisticated indigo tones and Rochelle scarves are updated with a bold directional colour palette. The woven scarf also has a … Continued
Boys Key Styles AW18
By wandcadmin
Key styles focus on retro crafty elements with navy and grey twisted bases throughout. Bring in pops of colour through applique, small scale fair isles and badging. Novelty follows both the crafty route; featuring traditional woodland animals with hand crochet elements and chunky stitches and also the cleaner more preppy route which focuses on badging, … Continued
Girls Key Styles AW18
By wandcadmin
Accessories this season follow a very autumnal colour palette looking especially at berry colours, hot pink, yellow ochre’s and navy’s. These lend themselves very well to chunky knits with matching fur and soft touch crushed velvet caps. The beret is a key shape either in sophisticated embellished fabrics or chunky knits for a more retro … Continued
Catwalk Key Styles
By wandcadmin
Here is our compilation of the latest London, New York, Paris and Milan catwalks, identifying the most key styles for SS18. For the SS18 season we are feeling strongly for key straw hat shapes, including new Western style as seen on the Versace catwalk. Boaters and wide brim straw still remain prominent, adding fringed raw … Continued
