GlobalData
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Source Fashion is scheduled for 8 to 10 July 2025 at The Grand Hall, Olympia London.
The summer programme will focus on new economic insights, market developments, and ethical sourcing tactics amid global trade tensions, inflation, and continuous supply chain disruptions that are altering the retail landscape.
The show will welcome back the Source Debates Stage, designed to provoke thought and discussion on topics such as AI in design, combating overconsumption, and the possibility of separating profit from production volumes.
Source Fashion event director Suzanne Ellingham said: “We would love to be talking about 2030 goals and the positive steps and impact the industry is making, but the reality is it’s a tough business environment, and many of those goals are secondary to paying the bills.
“We are living through unprecedented amounts of risk and volatility, and risk is very much BAU (Business As Usual) now. So, for this show, we’re focusing on what it really takes to succeed in uncertain times — combining practical insight with future-focused thinking. From supply chain resilience to sustainability under pressure, our agenda brings together the voices that matter most to help businesses not just adapt but thrive."
Adding to the seminar line-up, the Source Fashion Catwalk will be featured thrice daily to exhibit responsibly produced collections and fashion-forward items from worldwide exhibitors. These runway shows aim to visually communicate innovation and sustainability while providing inspiration for buyers.
Lynda Petherick, who serves as chief information officer at New Look and holds a non-executive director position at the British Fashion Council, will share insights on leading teams effectively amid disruptions in a fireside chat.
Petherick will discuss the importance of agility and purposeful decision-making under the theme "Finding clarity from chaos – leading with purpose."
Hash Ladha, former CEO of Jigsaw, is set to address the significance of cultivating robust internal cohesion, enhancing cross-functional dialogue, and forging strategic partnerships with suppliers to bolster business resilience.
Bay Garnett, an advocate for sustainable fashion, together with Lauretta Roberts, CEO and editor-in-chief of TheIndustry.Fashion, will examine the sustainability of the burgeoning second-hand marketplaces and rental platforms. They aim to discern whether this trend has permanence or is short-lived.
Bill McRaith, an executive adviser at Future-Proof Fashion, will present a session that assesses the recent transformations within the industry over the previous year and identifies key emerging trends. He will provide actionable advice based on data analytics to help businesses recognise patterns and enhance their resilience in an environment marked by persistent uncertainty.
