Joining UKFT offers invaluable support, resources and networking opportunities for businesses throughout in the UK fashion and textile industry.

Our members from across the UK fashion and textile supply chain benefit from expert guidance, industry insights and a strong collective voice in government consultations. UKFT facilitates connections within the industry, helps brands navigate challenges such as compliance and supply chain issues, and supports UK manufacturing. Our extensive reach and dedication to promoting the industry mean we are an essential partner for professional growth and collaboration, as well as staying up to date with market trends and regulations. Members say they also appreciate the focus on addressing skill shortages and training requirements, ensuring the industry’s future success.

But don’t just take our word for it… hear from some of our members on why they joined UKFT.

Söder Studio: “As a small brand there’s many components a founder is trying to navigate.  Becoming a member gives you access to an invaluable support network, and resources curated by the knowledgeable team at UKFT.”

Peter Reed: “Being part of the UKFT community offers invaluable opportunities in the fashion and textile industry for professional growth and industry collaborations.”

Seasalt: “UKFT has provided us with a wider community of businesses facing the same challenges as us, allowing us to work in partnership across the fashion and textile community. Our membership has also allowed us to be involved in government consultations, have a voice and view of up and coming legislation. UKFT has also supported us with in one to one consultations providing expert guidance and best advice to create and deliver the very best products that we can.”

Robert Mackie of Scotland: “Thank you for our meeting this morning and your email, which I believe covers everything we need to clear this compliance issue. I am so glad we asked UKFT, this is a pertinent example of the benefits of membership.”

Sudbury Silk Mills: “Sudbury Silk Mills joined the UKFT because it’s great for connecting with others in the textile industry and getting their interests represented. UKFT works closely with government departments and puts together reports that back up industry data. They make it easy for members to collaborate and stay in touch, helping with networking and making introductions. Plus, they really highlight UK manufacturing at trade shows, giving members a chance to shine.”

Splash About: “Splash About joined UKFT to be part of a dynamic organisation which directly supports businesses operating within the UK fashion industry. It’s beneficial in giving us the opportunity to collaborate and network with businesses within the same space and the UKFT’s expertise in UK, EU and international textile regulations is invaluable, helping us to navigate this ever-changing area.”

Minnessak: “As a new brand it’s very important that we keep up with the ever-changing fashion market. UKFT offer us access to a very wide range of resources and knowledge in a friendly and easy to use way.”

Weskit: “Being part of the UK fashion and textiles industry is really important to us and UKFT’s leadership of the industry is crucial. The expertise, support and …. boring, but vital legal stuff is hugely helpful. We couldn’t do what we do without it!”

Tres London: “It is an honour to be a member of such an incredible cohort of industry professionals, and we are excited to learn, grow and support our industry and community!”

Bristol Dye & Print Studio: “UKFT have such a massive reach within the textile industry and moving into a sector which I don’t have much knowledge about or connection with, it seemed like an obvious move. They have also come highly recommended.”

Atelier House UK: “From a very initial phone call, it felt a perfect match to join the UKFT. Our visions, aims and how we saw Atelier House UK aligned so perfectly. It was a breath of fresh air to talk with someone who straight away understood our passion and dedication to how I wanted our company to be seen. It was like talking to a business partner who had been with us since 2016.”

Blade & Rose: “Blade & Rose have always relied on UKFT as a resource for current affairs and admired their exemplary reputation in the industry. With the changes that Brexit has brought to all industries, the brand felt it was the perfect time to join, so they can seek guidance and share best practices with specialists in the field. The information and guidance they have received since joining has already been second to none and they highly recommend anyone considering joining.”

John Smedley: “UKFT are my ‘go-to’ for considered, dynamic and insightful knowledge on the full 360 of all things Fashion and Textiles. Their network knows no bounds, with a wealth of highly informative seminars, meeting and networking opportunities, not only in the UK, but also overseas at the vast number of fashion shows and exhibitions. UKFT represent our industry with great aplomb.”

Kei Collections: “We joined UKFT to discover like-minded businesses and to utilise UKFT’s expertise in order to grow and scale Kei Collections. I also want to eventually move all production to the UK and I believe being a member of UKFT will facilitate this and connect me with the right people.”

Fanfare Label: “UKFT serves as a strong advocate for the interests of the fashion and textile industry in the UK. By joining, brands gain a collective voice that can influence policies, regulations, and industry initiatives, ensuring their concerns are effectively represented.”

Samuel Brothers: “We strongly believe in supporting UKFT to ensure that the fashion and textile industry not only prospers but gets the publicity and voice that it deserves. I wholly commend the UKFT team and the organisation gives companies opportunities to come together. I am especially proud of the work that UKFT has undertaken with Apprenticeships, which I am confident will assist those of us in manufacturing to address skill shortages and give hundreds of people an opportunity to work in this exciting industry. Well done UKFT, your efforts do not go unnoticed!”

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