UKFT Rise

Did you know we have a bank of helpful guides and templates highlighting key things to know when starting a fashion or textile business? They are free to access for UKFT Rise subscribers and are updated regularly. Request access through the link below 👇

https://www.ukft.org/rise/templates/

Join UKFT Rise and Vikram Menon, Chartered Accountant and founder of Fashionex, to understand the fundamentals of your finances and to learn how to manage the unique challenges that emerging fashion & textiles brands face.

This online talk will discuss:

- Bookkeeping & the importance of setting up accounting systems
- Cashflow
- When to become VAT registered & the implications of this
- Tax
- Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Can't make it live? You can still access a recording of the talk by selecting this option during checkout.

✨Reminder✨

Join us on the 19th of April for the webinar ‘On the Rise: Marketplaces’. Learn how marketplaces can work for your business with industry experts Christina Daniels (head account manager for fashion, jewellery & watches at Ounass) and India Usher (with almost a decade of experience in fashion marketplaces).

Click on the link below to book your ticket! Can’t make it live? You can still access a recording of the talk by selecting this option during checkout, to watch at any time ✅

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/on-the-rise-selling-on-marketplaces-tickets-600246923707

Meet UKFT Rise subscriber Maison Mbosso, a contemporary menswear brand launched in 2022 by Christèle Mbosso.

The brand creates collections inspired by the African culture and supports talented artisans in Africa, using ethical fabrics and dyes, sustainable trims and traditional crafts.

"I decided to start my business because I wanted to work for a company that encompasses everything I want to see in the World. A brand that not only makes beautiful long lasting products, but also strives to be as sustainable and ethical as possible and cared about its people," said Christèle.

Click on the link below to read Maison Mbosso's feature with UKFT Rise.

https://www.ukft.org/ukft-rise-maison-mbosso/

UKFT Rise - Founder Feature with Maison Mbosso - UKFT UKFT Rise Subscriber Christèle founded the menswear brand Maison Mbosso. Inspired by the African culture, the brand supports talented artisans in Africa.

What you're building now will impact your future. Take those steps forward. Make mistakes and continue to move forward. You have it in you!

Calling all Young Innovators!

Would you like help turning your awesome idea or side hustle into the next big thing? This is your chance to make it happen!

Innovate UK’s Young Innovators Awards 2022/23 opens on 13 June! Join the free briefing event on 14 June for more information.

Event details:
14 June 2022
10:00-12:00

Register now: https://web-eur.cvent.com/event/a19953a8-f7ff-40fb-81c7-88828be69dda/summary?utm_campaign=2149920_Young%20Innovators%2022%2F23%20Briefing%20Invitation%20-%20May%2022&utm_medium=email&utm_source=dotdigital&dm_i=2VFU%2C1A2W0%2C83PZ34%2C4ZJWZ%2C1

Are you a sustainably driven fashion designer?

Do you have an innovative solution that could help revolutionise the design process?

Then Fashion District - London wants YOU to take part in their latest innovation challenge Design Futures 2022, sponsored by PANGAIA!

Designed to find innovative solutions to current industry issues, this year’s challenge is about finding a new sustainable solution that will develop design for circularity.

The challenge will give designers, start-ups and SMEs the chance to present to some of the industry’s leading sustainable and circular fashion experts and win a £15,000 cash prize.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Applications are now open!

DEADLINE: 09 JUNE 2022

To find out more about the challenge and how to apply, head to the Design Futures webpage: www.fashion-district.co.uk/design-futures-2022/

You can build your future with the experiences that surround you. Any chance to learn something new is a great opportunity.

Take a step forward. You’re getting one step closer to your goal. Believe in your capabilities. Every step forward will make you grow and learn more than you knew yesterday.

Meet Rise subscriber Eva May Dennis, 26, founder of eva__the__weaver studio, the brand exploring the potential of surplus textile materials granting them a new purpose and preventing them from going to landfill.

Eva's sustainable approach has led to her creating upcycled and full of character accessories and homeware products.

“My work is mainly inspired by the vintage and pre-loved fabrics I collect and use as weaving wefts.”

Read more about Eva’s business practice in the feature: https://www.ukft.org/rise-eva-the-weaver/

Aim for happiness. It will be less of a chore. Time flies by when you're enjoying what you truly love to do. Success will come along as you begin this adventure of curiosity.

Dream big!

Manifest your goals. It is in your hands to dream it to believe it. Allow your imagination to do what it does best.