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UKFT demands government review plans to cut TAP support

The UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) has called for an immediate review of government plans to cut support to the Tradeshow Access Program (TAP) which aids SME businesses at main international trade fairs. “This budget cut completely goes against the announcements previously given by the Prime Minister and will have a harmful effect on...

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John Smedley launches resort line

Heritage British fashion label John Smedley is launching its first ever resort collection for pre-spring/summer 2012. The limited edition capsule collection comprises of seven seamless knitwear items, aimed at illustrating the brand’s knitwear expertise, and features cardigans, maxi dresses and t-shirts. Every garment in the line is crafted from...

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60-seconds with...Leroy Dawkins

Leroy Dawkins, Fashion Writer, Blogger, Brand Ambassador for John Smedley and Socialite with a press pass. Education Degrees in Modern Language and Business and finance. Achievements Built strong readership and following on Diary of a Clotheshorse blog; chronicle of events attended, personal take on fashion, fashion dislikes and trusted trend...