Leicester Made

14th May 2025 9:00am – 14th May 2025 9:00pm

Join the ASBCI as proud sponsors for Leicester Made 2025, the must-attend event for industry leaders, manufacturers, retailers, and designers driving the future of ethical and sustainable fashion production. This one-day event will bring together key voices to discuss onshoring, innovation, AI, sustainability, and the circular economy.

Why Attend?

Hear from industry experts and policymakers shaping UK manufacturing
Gain insights on AI, automation, and sustainability in fashion production
Connect with retailers, designers, and ethical suppliers
Explore innovations in onshoring, digital fashion, and circular economy practices
Enjoy a fashion showcase and evening networking drinks with live music

Date and time:

Wednesday, May 14 · 9am – 9pm

Location:

Athena Events Venue Queen Street Leicester LE1 1QD

Agenda Highlights:

9:30 AM – 9:45 AM | Welcome & Introduction – Jenny Holloway (Fashion-Enter, CEO) & Leicester Council representatives

9:45 AM – 10:30 AM | Ethics & Responsible Sourcing – Exploring transparency, fair wages & sustainable manufacturing

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM | Leicester Made Fashion Show

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Technology & AI in Fashion – The future of automation, digital pattern cutting & AI-driven design

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Sustainability & The Circular Economy – Waste reduction, upcycling & responsible materials

2:30 PM – 3:20 PM | Onshoring & The Future of UK Manufacturing – The benefits of reshoring for cost, quality & sustainability

3:20 PM – 5:00 PM | Exclusive Kornit Digital T-Shirt Design & Print Experience – Attendees design custom prints, visit The T-Shirt Factory for production & take home their own printed t-shirt

5:00 PM – 5:45 PM | Leicester Made Fashion Show

6:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Evening Networking Drinks & Live Music

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