British Fashion Manufacturing Having A Revival | Fashion United

#fashion #uk #europe #luxury Feb 27, 2012 – Britain’s fashion manufacturing is back having a moment as high end luxury brands are all clamouring to have their products made in a country known and respected for its heritage, craftsmanship, and history.

Labels such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Prada are making a beeline for Britain’s wool, footwear and leather factories, which are renowned for their specialist expertise in producing quality goods.

“There is something about made in England, it’s not just Chinese visitors (who love British-made products), it’s throughout continental Europe, America. It’s just something we’re gifted by, having Made in England,” British Fashion Council Harold Tillman told Reuters.

Renewed interest in manufacturing high-quality specialist products has seen a growing number of British designers explore their local options and help to fund apprenticeships to keep the industry growing, a welcome change after 15 years of steady decline.

Leading brands, Burberry, Mulberry, Victoria Beckham and Tillman’s own Aquascutum and Jaeger brands all use “Made in Britain” tags on their products. Read More > http://www.fashionunited.co.uk/fashion-news/fashion/british-fashion-manufacturing-having-a-revival-2012022714161