If you are interested in retail in the UK, the Spring Fair is a key event in the annual calendar. As regular visitors we can see just how important the show is for licensed products. At the show you can see the diversity of licensees and producers. Retail trends are clearly visible. Networking in the aisles brings together designers, buyers, producers, retailers and the sheer diversity of product ranges is amazing. 60,000 attendees reinforces its position. It is a great place to get ideas and a feel for the general UK retail scene. Can we get by without this show?