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www.images-magazine.com 76 images SEPTEMBER 2018 INDUSTRY EVENT The Schoolwear Show preview O ctober sees the return of The Schoolwear Show, and to celebrate its 21st anniversary, organisers have shaken things up a little, explains the event‘s administrator Cath Gibson. “The show has undergone a total rebrand with a fresh and modern look. Visitors in October will see a completely new show layout format and a number of exciting additions including daily seminars on ‘Tendering to Win‘ and ‘Sustainability and School Uniform‘. These address how to help schoolwear specialists give themselves the best chance to win business and the growing awareness of environmental issues in relation to the sector. The seminars will be free and give more reason to visit by raising awareness and challenging the status quo with some interesting and practical ideas.“ At last year‘s record-breaking show, there were 45 exhibitors; this year, Cath says there will be more than before, including established brands such as 1880 Club, Trutex, Magic Fit, Chadwick, Zeco and Charles Kirk. New exhibitors include Maudesport, Russell and Roberto Group, and for the first time a comprehensive show guide will be given to all visitors. “With supermarkets continuing their attempt to increase their market share, as well as the opening of more academies and an increase in the number of schools reviewing their uniform policies, The Schoolwear Show is more important than ever,“ states Cath. “It is the best place to see what is available in the market, including new product launches and new suppliers, as well as giving you the opportunity to network and keep up to date with the latest industry news.“ The Schoolwear Show takes place at Cranmore Park Conference & Event Centre in Solihull from 14-16 October 2018. Founded by the directors of William Turner, David Luke, Rowlinson, Gymphlex and Banner, the show is free to those who register online, and includes a complimentary lunch and refreshments, along with free parking. Those who don‘t register online will be charged a £10 entry fee. www.theschoolwearshow.co.uk Schoolwear Association Awards The annual Schoolwear Association Awards will once again be a highlight of The Schoolwear Show following their successful launch last year. The awards event will take place on Sunday 14 October 2018 at The Village Hotel, Solihull, and will be part of the Association‘s annual fundraiser. This year‘s event, entitled ‘Let Us Entertain You‘, includes a three- course dinner, comedian and singer, along with the awards ceremony. Categories include Best Schoolwear Specialist, Best Digital Schoolwear, Best Community Partner and Outstanding Service to Schoolwear. “I am thrilled that we are hosting another year of awards for those involved in the schoolwear industry,“ says David Burgess, chair of the Schoolwear Association. “The awards are a great opportunity to shine a light on those people and businesses who put a huge of amount of work and effort into our industry, and who exemplify the very best standards of what we do. These businesses and individuals help us to make sure that every child is clothed in a high quality, durable school uniform, and we want to celebrate their efforts.“ Tickets are available from the Schoolwear Association. www.schoolwearassociation.co.uk The Schoolwear Association Awards ceremony will take place on 14 October The Schoolwear Show takes place on 14-18 October in Solihull Images shares its homework on the rebranded Schoolwear Show, ahead of the 21st anniversary exhibition next month