About Dobbelaere Fashion

Dobbelaere Fashion is a British fashion consulting and small-batch manufacturing company working with designers, brands, and pet owners who value quality, craftsmanship, and practical expertise.

Founded in 2022, Dobbelaere Fashion builds on more than five years of hands-on experience in the premium and luxury manufacturing sector in both Belgium and the United Kingdom, including work within a third-generation family-owned manufacturing business producing high-quality accessories for international markets.

Today, Dobbelaere Fashion operates across consulting, education, and manufacturing, supporting both emerging brands and established businesses from the first idea to finished product.

British Manufacturing Experience

Before launching Dobbelaere Fashion, founder Ekaterina Dobbelaere spent several years working inside a family-owned manufacturing business producing premium accessories and pet products.

This experience provided deep, practical knowledge of:

  • Product development and sampling
  • Fabric sourcing and supplier negotiations
  • Manufacturing workflows and production planning
  • Quality control and packaging
  • E-commerce operations and product launches
  • Working with British and European manufacturers
  • Managing small and medium production runs

This operational background is what makes Dobbelaere Fashion different from purely creative or theoretical consulting services. The company is built on real production experience within the British manufacturing environment.

From Consulting to Manufacturing

Dobbelaere Fashion originally started as a consulting service supporting:

  • Young designers
  • Emerging fashion brands
  • Small ateliers
  • Independent manufacturers

The focus was simple:
help people turn ideas into real products.

Clients were supported with:

  • Collection development
  • Fabric and trim sourcing
  • Supplier and factory search
  • Production planning
  • Costing and pricing strategy
  • E-commerce setup
  • Website and product positioning
  • Social media and brand presentation

As demand grew, manufacturing capabilities were gradually added.

Today, Dobbelaere Fashion provides small-batch manufacturing and private label services, particularly in the premium pet accessories sector.

Made in Britain — Small Batch & Private Label Manufacturing

Dobbelaere Fashion works with trusted partners and workshops in the UK to produce high-quality products in smaller quantities, making manufacturing accessible to independent brands and startups.

Services include:

  • Private label manufacturing
  • Small production runs
  • Product sampling and prototyping
  • Fabric sourcing from British mills
  • Production coordination
  • Quality control
  • Packaging and product preparation

The company has particular expertise in:

  • Dog carriers
  • Dog jackets and apparel
  • Dog beds and crate mats
  • Pet accessories
  • Matching dog-and-owner collections

This combination of consulting and production makes Dobbelaere Fashion a practical partner for brands looking for British manufacturing support without the scale requirements of large factories.

Products Designed for Real Life

Alongside B2B manufacturing services, Dobbelaere Fashion develops its own product lines for individual customers.

These include:

  • Premium dog carriers
  • Functional dog jackets
  • Comfortable dog beds
  • Crate mats
  • Matching lifestyle accessories for dogs and owners

The focus is always on:

  • Durability
  • Comfort
  • Practical design
  • Timeless style

Products are created with everyday use in mind and inspired by the realities of living and travelling with dogs.

Education and Fashion Business Support

Dobbelaere Fashion also provides educational and advisory services for individuals and businesses entering the fashion industry.

This includes support with:

  • Starting a fashion brand in the UK
  • Understanding production and manufacturing
  • Supplier communication
  • Costing and pricing
  • Product development
  • Working with manufacturers
  • Navigating the realities of running a fashion business

In addition, the company offers guidance for non-native English speakers working in international fashion environments, helping them communicate confidently with suppliers, factories, and clients.

Recognised by Industry and Media

Dobbelaere Fashion and its work in manufacturing and product development have been featured in industry publications and media, including:

  • The Yorkshire Post
  • Collaborative features with Brisbane Moss, a historic British textile mill
  • Coverage in specialist fashion and lifestyle publications

These publications highlight the company’s practical manufacturing experience and commitment to British production standards.

Looking Ahead

Since its launch in 2022, Dobbelaere Fashion has grown into a multi-service business combining consulting, education, and manufacturing.

Today, the company works with:

  • Designers
  • Small brands
  • Pet owners
  • Retailers
  • Startups entering the fashion industry

And the mission remains the same:

to help people build products, brands, and businesses that are practical, sustainable, and professionally produced.