How new Brexit regulations will change the way we buy clothes
But as consumers, what we really want to know is whether clothes will become more expensive and if the clothes we buy will ever arrive on British shores. Here’s a quick guide to what to expect:
How long will it take for clothes to be shipped here from Europe after January 1st?
Much like last year, expect delays for the first few months while Border Control and brands adapt to new rules. And they could be lengthy – don’t buy anything from the EU that you need urgently as delivery could take up to six weeks. After that, delivery times will hopefully shorten. Although shipping will inevitably take longer than it did before, as goods and paperwork now need to be stringently checked.
Will European brands keep refusing to ship to the UK?
Many small European brands may once again pause sales to the UK, but this is mostly a