Stories for August 2023

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Thursday, August 31

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ATSC Draws a Diversity of Exhibitors and Buyers to Eighth Edition

Trade Shows

The Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada show took place Aug. 21–23 in Toronto, and one thing was certain: There was much more on view than the proverbial “Canadian tuxedo,” otherwise known as jeans with a denim jacket

Tuesday, August 29

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It Was Time to Shine at Las Vegas Apparel

Trade Shows

The young contemporary market has given dopamine dressing a moment where we see vibrant color, playful prints and lots of shine. At Las Vegas Apparel, held Aug. 6–9 at the Expo at World Market Center.

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IFJAG Shows Why It’s a Fan Favorite

The International Fashion Jewelry and Accessory Group presented a vast collection of curated brands and suppliers Aug. 5–8 at the Embassy Suites Las Vegas.

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OffPrice Entices With Cash and Carry Treasures

At The Venetian Expo Aug. 5–8, OffPrice Las Vegas continued to narrow the gap between fashion and price.

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Connecting Fashion With Culture at Project

Trade Shows

Project Las Vegas exuded energy with three days of inspirational products, panels and experiences Aug. 7–9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. From a celebration of hip hop’s 50th to the 150th anniversary of Levi’s iconic 501s, attendees celebrated style.

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It’s a WWIN Win for Womenswear in Nevada

Trade Shows

Womenswear in Nevada at Caesars Palace marked its last edition at that venue as it is set to co-locate with Las Vegas Apparel at the Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas in February.

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MAGIC Brings Back the Magic

Trade Shows

There was a powerhouse lineup Aug. 7–9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center for MAGIC Las Vegas. The three-day showcase kicked off with...

Friday, August 25

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MAGIC Fashion Events Announces New Southeast Regional Show in Miami January 2024

Trade Shows

Informa Markets Fashion, organizers of wholesale fashion events across the United States, including MAGIC, Project, Coterie and Sourcing at MAGIC, announces a new marketplace targeted at filling industry demand and appetite for regional shows in the new year.

Thursday, August 24

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Lee x Daydreamer Honors Denim Heritage With Updated Classics

Updating A Classic

Heritage denim brand Lee has chosen Los Angeles–based, female-founded brand Daydreamer as a partner to create refreshed approaches to its classic styles for a limited-edition women’s collection.

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Inventory Doesn’t Age Like Fine Wine and Other Financial Wisdom

Finance

Fashion never stands still—in fact, nothing in the world does. And the best-designed garments sitting in a warehouse are like flowers blooming where they can’t be seen, their life cycle fading in the dark.

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tasc Names Professional Golfer Eric Cole as Brand Ambassador

Sustainability

Premium activewear brand tasc has signed PGA-tour player Eric Cole as the label’s brand ambassador.

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Luxury L.A. Brand Grayscale Debuts Womenswear Collection

Shades of Gray

Grayscale, the luxury bespoke suit brand designed and founded by Los Angeles native Brandon Gray, has debuted a womenswear collection at its new Grayscale Showroom.

Inside the Industry

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Inside the Industry

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ANDMORE Successfully Completes Overlapping August Markets

Trade Show Reports

Atlanta Apparel and Formal Markets, held July 31–Aug. 5 at AmericasMart Atlanta, showed healthy buying across the contemporary, children’s, bridal and prom categories.

Tuesday, August 15

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L.A. Market Week Sizzles With Delights for Resort/Spring ’24

Fashionable Delights

Sultry summer days during Los Angeles Market Week, held July 30–Aug. 3, had buyers ready for Resort/Spring ’24 and proved once again why the L.A. Fashion District is the place to be for global fashion trends, from colorful and upcycled collections to garments with mixed-fabric usage.

Monday, August 7

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WWIN and Las Vegas Apparel co-locate for next LV Fashion Week

Trade Shows

Las Vegas Fashion Week will get easier to navigate as two players join forces in one location. Womenswear In Nevada (WWIN), operated by Clarion Events, and Las Vegas Apparel, operated by ANDMORE (formerly International Market Centers)...

Thursday, August 3

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Textile Trends

Textiles

Textile Trends

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National Textile and Apparel Sourcing Trade Shows Launch in Los Angeles

Trade-Show Report

Two preeminent East Coast textile and apparel sourcing trade shows made their debut in Los Angeles July 25–26.

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A Diverse Roster of Events Shapes New York Textile Week

NY Textile Week

Summer 2023’s trade-show calendar is in full swing, and in the middle of the schedule were the July events of New York Textile Week.

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Port of Long Beach Enters Second Phase of Digital-Tools Development

Technology

The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners has received an update regarding the Supply Chain Information Highway, which is now in its second phase of development.

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Gap Inc. Appoints Chris Blakeslee as Athleta President and CEO

Retail

Gap Inc. has chosen Chris Blakeslee to lead its Athleta brand as the label’s next president and CEO, an appointment that is effective Aug. 7.

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Rhude Sails Into a Dreamworld for Spring/Summer 2024

Dream Designs

For the Spring/Summer 2024 collection of Los Angeles brand Rhude, designer Rhuigi Villaseñor drew inspiration from camels in the Middle East, boats in Southeast Asia, large billboards in the U.S., movies of European secret agents, superheroes and Americana.

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Taking the First Steps in Creating Traceability in an Apparel Business

Industry Focus: Traceability

As conversations covering fashion sustainability focus on the origin and life cycle of goods, from farm to closet, how can a brand of any size or designer of any experience level take the first steps toward implementing traceability?

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Picking the Right Apparel Technology to Take Business to the Next Level

Industry Focus: Technology

What technology do you feel is the most important to move the fashion and apparel industry forward?