Let’s be clear: fashion is much more than catwalk shows, champagne and canapés.

When we use the word ‘fashion’ we mean every business and everyone within that complex supply chain, from farming, milling, delivery drivers, designers, manufacturing, styling, photography, make-up artists, hairdressers, models, creative directors, producers, buyers, merchandising, marketing, advertising, retailers, fashion journalists, illustrators, public relations, to academia and policy.

Our mission. To give the whole industry an evidence-led voice in government and to support businesses to thrive sustainably.

Our vision. For a sustainable UK fashion and textiles industry supported by policies that champion the local people, commerce, and craft specific to each place. We believe in the positive reinforcing loop that is: Policy, Place, and Provenance.

Everything we do is underpinned by our five pillars:

• Craft & Culture

• Creative Wellbeing

• Education

• Sustainability & Social Justice

• Representation & Inclusion.