A handmade luxury leather clothing and accessories designer from Ripon has been named one of the UK’s 100 most inspiring female entrepreneurs.

Bridie Rimmer, founder of Luxe Rebel Leather Co., will be featured alongside leading female founders from across the country as part of Small Business Britain’s f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100 campaign.

The campaign celebrates 100 exceptional women across the UK who are driving innovation, growth, and positive impact in their communities, while running successful businesses.

Bridie is being recognised for her achievements in custom clothing and accessories, creating handmade leather pieces that reflect clients’ personalities and styles, resulting in unique, timeless items that elevate wardrobes and ignite confidence.

Bridie Rimmer, founder of Luxe Rebel Leather Co. in Ripon, will be featured alongside leading female founders from across the country as part of Small Business Britain’s f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100 campaign

placeholder image — Bridie Rimmer, founder of Luxe Rebel Leather Co. in Ripon, will be featured alongside leading female founders from across the country as part of Small Business Britain’s f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100 campaign

She is also committed to heirloom fashion and advocates for a more sustainable and progressive approach to design within the leather industry.

On being featured in this year’s #IAlso100 line-up, Bridie said: ‘I’m incredibly honoured to be named as one of the top female entrepreneurs for 2026 and proud to be part of a community helping to build a more inclusive future for entrepreneurship.

"This recognition truly means more than I can say.”

Launched in 2017 by Small Business Britain, the f:Entrepreneur campaign aims to raise greater awareness of the impact of incredible female business owners across the country, and help provide inspiration and role models to the wider small business community.

Michelle Ovens CBE, CEO and Founder of Small Business Britain, said: “It is brilliant to feature Bridie of Luxe Rebel Leather Co. in this year’s #IAlso100 campaign.

"All of the female entrepreneurs in this year’s line-up are inspirational and remarkable role models.

"Their creativity, leadership, and community impact show exactly why supporting female founders is so important, not only for the UK’s economic growth but for the positive difference they make to wider society.”

The #IAlso100 campaign offers a host of events, training, and networking opportunities to boost skills, capability, and confidence.

For more information about the Small Business Britain’s f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100 campaign, visit https://f-entrepreneur.com/

To find out more about Luxe Rebel Leather Co., head to https://luxerebelleatherco.com/