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Discover how Farm Rio grew from a Rio market stall into a global fashion powerhouse through bold tropical prints, joyful design, and sustainability leadership

SS27 trend forecast exploring key print and pattern directions, standout colours, and emerging womenswear, kidswear, and interiors design trends.

Explore SS26 print trends - soft-focus textures, brushed botanicals, and delicate ditsy florals. Find runway-ready designs at The Design Agent.

Autumn/Winter 26/27 print trends revealed: key colours, Gothic florals, heritage plaids & bold animal skins to inspire your next collection.

Learn the key differences between exclusive and non-exclusive design licensing to protect your work, boost sales, and grow your surface pattern business.

Discover the top 15 British fashion designers of all time—exploring their iconic styles, cultural impact, and ongoing influence on global fashion. Brought to you by The Design Agent.

Discover top Patternbank alternatives to boost your reach, income & creative freedom. Explore the best platforms for pattern designers!

Master the art of surface design with expert insights, techniques, and trend-driven textile patterns to elevate your brand and collections.

Explore the legacy of 12 ultimate fashion icons who shaped style, culture, and design - past, present, and future.

Discover how buying fashion prints online saves time, cuts costs, supports sustainability, and enhances creative workflows. Explore the benefits with The Design Agent’s digital sourcing platform.

Discover Fall 2025’s top print trends - bold stripes, florals, geometrics & more - on The Design Agent, your go-to print design marketplace.

Explore the UK’s top textile manufacturers leading in innovation & sustainability. Discover heritage mills & modern pioneers with The Design Agent.

Tech is revolutionizing textiles! From AI-powered design to sustainable materials & smart fabrics, innovation is shaping fashion’s future.

Create a stunning fashion collection with expert guidance—from vision to runway. Research, sketch, source, produce & market with precision

Explore the world of pattern design—from geometric to organic—& discover how patterns shape art, fashion, and interiors with The Design Agent.

Paris print trade fairs buzzed with creativity, showcasing bold florals, tropicals, and hero prints. Buyers sought unique layouts & screen-printable designs.

Pantone’s 2025 color trends embrace warmth and nature, led by Mocha Mousse. Designers blend earthy hues with modern digital precision.

Colors in fashion influence emotions, trends, and sales, shaping brand identity and consumer choices through psychology and cultural meanings.

The fashion industry’s waste crisis demands action—textile recycling, circular fashion, and digital innovation pave the way for a sustainable future.

Celeb fashion brands blend star power with style, redefining luxury, inclusivity, and trends—shaping the future of fashion.

AI in textile design sparks debate: Will it replace creativity or enhance it? Potential lies in innovation, efficiency, and creative freedom.

Discover top summer 2025 print trends, including florals, paisley, tropicals, animal prints, and sea-life patterns for standout collections!

Discover a wide range of Christmas fabric designs, from festive animals to traditional tartans, perfect for crafts and homeware!

Sustainable fashion: challenges, solutions, and collaborative action.

Exploring how textiles shape runway fashion, influencing trends, showcasing craftsmanship, and connecting cultural heritage to everyday wear.

Get inspired this festive season with a curated selection of Christmas prints from our studios, perfect for fabrics, crafts, and homeware collections!