California Apparel News

Asher Fabric Concepts

• 2301 E. Seventh St., #F107
• Los Angeles, CA 90023
• (323) 268-1218
• Fax: (323) 268-2737
• www.asherconcepts.com
• sales@asherconcepts.com
• Products and Services: For over two decades, family-owned and operated Asher Fabric Concepts (AFC) has been offering an impressive selection of knitted fabrics produced in Southern California. Notwithstanding the (mis)conception that “everyone is manufacturing overseas,” AFC has a 22-year track record proving otherwise. Based in Los Angeles, AFC is committed to becoming the dominant domestic knit supplier for the swim, active, and contemporary markets. In addition to its unequalled selection of knits [and some luxurious wovens] AFC’s eco-friendly textiles include jerseys, French terries, ribs, sweater knits, etc., comprised of organic cotton, organic hemp, bamboo, and other recycled and natural fibers. “Our customers are often surprised at how competitive our pricing is on the Organic and other specialty lines,” declares AFC Sales Vice President Yael Ohana.

Denver Mart

• 451 E. 58th Ave., Suite 4270
• Denver, CO 80216
• (800) 289-6278
• Fax: (303) 297-8473
• www.denvermart.com
• apparel@denvermart.com
• Services: The Denver Mart produces six Apparel & Accessory Markets annually; these regional shows are the ideal platform for the Rocky Mountain retailers to source and buy. The Denver Apparel & Accessory Markets are the “go-to destination” for the discerning retailer of women’s, children’s and men’s apparel, and footwear, as well as, fine and fashion jewelry and accessories. Source for new lines and the latest trends; enjoy our friendly services, complimentary luncheons, dinners, fashion shows, seminars, hands-on workshops and other events—all produced to inform, inspire, provide market insight and overviews, as well as networking opportunities. 2014 Show Dates: January 19–20, Feb. 21–24, April 11–14, June 1–2, Aug. 22–25, Oct. 17–20. Note: February and August shows are held in conjunction with The Denver Gift, Home, Jewelry & Resort Show—providing additional exposure, resources, and opportunities.

FCI / Fashion Careers International

• 112 W. Ninth St., Suite 1030
• Los Angeles, CA 90015
• (213) 688-4936
• info@fcifashion.com
• www.fcifashion.com
• Services: Fashion Design Orientation Wednesday, February 12, 2014 @ 12:00 noon! FCI is the only fashion school specializing in 3-month concentrated fashion programs. Located in the heart of the Downtown Los Angeles Fashion District, FCI offers a fast track to a very successful and rewarding fashion career. FCI’s Fashion Design Program prepares students for careers in the fashion industry by providing specialized training in fashion design, patterndrafting, draping, apparel construction, fashion drawing, and fashion illustration. For over 12 years, FCI has provided the fashion industry with some of the most skilled and talented designers, stylists, and buyers. Many of our graduates have led extremely successful fashion careers!

King Trade Capital

• 5944 Luther Lane, Suite 300
• Dallas, TX 75225
• (214) 368-5100
• www.kingtradecapital.com
• info@kingtradecapital.com
• Products and Services: King Trade Capital (“KTC”) is the country’s oldest and largest independent purchase order and contract finance company. KTC is focused on providing purchase order and contract finance for small- to middle-market companies domestically as well as internationally. Since 1993 KTC has provided more than $1.5 billion of capital in over 300 public and private companies worldwide. Through our own extensive financial resources and our team’s expertise, we are able to offer our prospects and clients financial, strategic and business development support not available elsewhere. Our focus is centered on building our client companies’ profits and creating long-term value for equity holders.

LAmade Clothing

• 1213 E. 14th St.
• Los Angeles, CA 90021
• (213) 688-9790
• Fax: (213) 688-8869
• www.lamadeclothing.com
• info@lamadeclothing.com
• Products and Services: Founded in 2004, LAmade creates the classic, feminine items that can evolve with any wardrobe. Perfect basics and novelty pieces are designed with attention to fit and details, emphasizing impeccable quality and modern sophistication. The LAmade brand includes women’s, maternity, kids’, and baby apparel. LAmade can be found in over 1,000 boutiques worldwide; select retailers such as Nordstrom and Lord & Taylor; and online retailers including Piperlime, Revolve Clothing, Amazon, and Zappos. For the latest news and upcoming market dates, please email us.

MAGIC

• 2501 Colorado Ave., Suite 280
• Santa Monica, CA 90404
• (310) 857-7558
• (877) 554-4834
• cs@MAGIConline.com
• www.magiconline.com
• Services: MAGIC is where the international community of apparel, accessories, and footwear professionals trades information, previews trends, builds business, and shops fashion unlike anywhere else in the industry. Each February and August, tens of thousands of attendees from over 80 countries meet more than 5,000 emerging-to-established brands to spark the strategic connections that become the relationships of tomorrow. Held at the Las Vegas and Mandalay Bay Convention Centers, the upcoming show dates are Feb. 18–20, with SOURCING at MAGIC opening on the 17th. Visit our website or call for more information.

Pacific Coast Knitting Inc.

• 6051 Maywood Ave.
• Huntington Park, CA 90255
• (323) 584-6888
• Fax: (323) 582-8880
• Contact: Mike Tolouee
• www.pacificknitting.com
• info@pacificknitting.com
• Products and Services: We are an American mill, located in Huntington Park, California. Our passion and creativity produce high-quality fabric for the fashion industry with low minimums, fast delivery, and over 2,400 styles of knits.
• What’s New: We have developed over 3,000 new styles of novelty knits, including high twist, recycled cotton, recycled poly, 100 percent linen, MicroTencel, Supima, and many other novelty yarns. We also have added to our eco-friendly collections.
• Competitive Edge: We are always investing in new products to be on the competitive edge with European mills. We produce high-quality fabrics for women’s, contemporary, men’s, and children’s with competitive pricing.

Proexport Colombia

• Contact: Sylvia Reyes, Apparel and Textiles Sourcing
• Director
• (212) 922–9114
• sreyes@proexport.com.co
• www.proexport.com.co
• Services: Proexport Colombia provides you with reliable information about the industry and facilitates your business transactions with Colombian sourcing companies. We can help prepare information tailored to your needs, organize personalized agendas with potential suppliers in Colombia, and walk you through the entire process of connecting you with the country. We invite you to learn more about the Colombian textile and garment companies that showcase new trends. Learn more about trade opportunities featuring competitive advantages and benefit from the Free Trade Agreement: 0% duty on products imported from Colombia. Upcoming shows include Macrorrueda 50 (Feb. 19–20 in Bogota). Come see us at Sourcing at MAGIC Feb. 17–20 in Las Vegas (Booth #90816, LVCC South Hall).

Progressive Label

• 2545 Yates Ave.
• Commerce, CA 90040
• (323) 415-9770
• Fax: (323) 415-9771
• Info@progressivelabel.com
• www.progressivelabel.com
• Products and Services: Progressive Label is dedicated to helping companies develop and showcase their brand identity. From logo labels and hangtags to care/content labels and price tickets, we will develop, produce, and distribute your trim items worldwide. We specialize in producing custom products that will meet your design and merchandising needs. Our mission is to deliver high-quality products at competitive prices, wherever they are needed for production. We understand the rush nature of this industry and strive to meet the tight deadlines facing our customers. Another important part of our business is FLASHTRAK, our online ordering system for price tickets. It’s a great tool for placing and tracking price ticket orders and will soon be expanded to include custom products and carelabels.

Texollini

• 2575 El Presidio St.
• Long Beach, CA 90810
• (310) 537-3400
• www.texollini.com
• sales@texollini.com
• Products and Services: We use state-of-the-art technology to supply the fashion and garment industries with innovative and trend-driven fabrics. Speed-to-market, trend insights, and quality control have been the cornerstones of our Los Angeles–based facility for over 20 years. Our in-house vertical capabilities include knitting, dyeing, finishing, and printing, and our development and design teams are unparalleled. Contact us to find out how our quality-driven products will enhance your brand.

Wells Fargo Capital Finance

• 333 South Grand Ave., Suite 4150
• Los Angeles, CA 90071-1504
• Contact: Wes Takeuchi
• (213) 443-6030
• Wes.Takeuchi@wellsfargo.com
• www.wellsfargocapitalfinance.com
• Products and Services: Wells Fargo Capital Finance has a large and diversified portfolio of more than 2,300 clients with loans outstanding in excess of $27 billion. We offer traditional asset-based financing, specialized senior secured financing, accounts-receivable financing, purchase-order financing, and supply-chain financing to companies throughout the United States. Our Retail Finance, Trade Capital, and Purchase Order Finance teams have years of experience working with apparel companies. We are part of Wells Fargo & Co., a diversified financial-services company with $1.3 trillion in assets, 9,000 stores, and 12,211 ATMs and the Internet across North America and internationally.