LAEDC Economic Report Sees U.S. Growth Over the Next Two Years
Economy will slow down but will be on a positive path over the next two years.
Farmers' Market Coming to the CMC
Workers put up white tents in the plaza in front of downtown Los Angeles' California Market Center showroom building Feb. 19. It was a rehearsal for a farmers’ market that will mark its inaugural run on Feb.27.
Charlotte Russe Looking for an Angel to Buy the Retail Chain
Charlotte Russe is available to the highest bidder.
The BADD House Debuts
Located in the former space of celebrity hot spot—the original Spago—The BADD House unveiled its inaugural art show.
An Exciting NYFW for John Elliott Includes Unveiling of Lexus Partnership
FASHION
During New York Fashion Week, Los Angeles designer John Elliott had an exciting Fall/Winter 2019 show, which included the unveiling of the Lexus X John Elliott partnership.
Doing the Las Vegas Shuffle Proves Challenging
Las Vegas Wrap
An earlier date and some location switches kept buyers hopping at the recent array of apparel, textile, accessories and footwear trade shows held Feb. 2–7 in Las Vegas.
Liberty Exhibitors Remain Steady But Buyers Down
Trade Shows
Despite a move to downtown Las Vegas, Liberty Fairs did not see a decline in the number of vendors exhibiting at its recent show, held Feb. 5–7 at the World Market Center, said Sharifa Murdock, Liberty’s co-owner and partner. But she estimated that there was a slight decline in buyer attendance from a year ago.
Curve Las Vegas Launches New Section for Emerging Lingerie Brands
Trade Shows
At Curve Las Vegas, held Feb. 5–7 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, organizers wanted to bring sexy back. With the addition of the Kinky Korner—an area devoted to showcasing luxurious, provocative lingerie from international and emerging brands—organizers introduced collections that did not have a booth at the show.
Xabi Jeans Helps Factory Focus on Rebuilding Local Denim Industry
Delivering L.A. Denim
After leaving Mexico for the United States in 1987, Javier Marquez spent 19 years learning about Los Angeles’ local denim industry.
Stitch Offers Eclectic Mix to Buyers, But Exhibitors Want More Traffic in 2019
Trade Shows
During this February’s Stitch @ Project Womens, held Feb. 5–7 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, buyers encountered an array of ready-to-wear offerings.
Conscious Fashion and Emerging Brands Reign at Project Womens
Trade Shows
While Project Womens was held much earlier than previous February editions of the show, buyers didn’t seem to mind the Feb. 5–7 dates for the event, held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. Show organizers said registration was up 2 percent over last year.
Camaraderie Among IFJAG Members Brings In Buyers to Las Vegas
Trade Shows
Exhibitors at the International Fashion Jewelry & Accessory Group (IFJAG) show, held Feb. 2–5 at the Embassy Suites in Las Vegas, were able to meet with buyers on a more intimate and personal level.
Pool Promotes Independent Brands with an Array of Unique Offerings
Trade Shows
The eclectic mix of goods available during Pooltradeshow, held Feb. 5–7 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, excited buyers who were looking for unique items and artisan-crafted goods.
Beyond Yoga Hires Lynsey Cole to Lead Sales Strategy
Manufacturing
Athleisure brand Beyond Yoga announced the hire of Lynsey Cole as the director of key accounts and sales strategy.
Magic Mens Appeals to a Diversity of Styles
Trade Shows
Along the fringes of the MAGIC Mens show, held Feb. 5–7 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Dean De Costa of Cotton Heritage exhibited his brand’s blank T-shirts.
Business Good for Many at Agenda Despite the Move
Trade Shows
When Agenda moved off of the Las Vegas Strip for its Feb. 5–7 show, it stepped into uncharted territory.
The Tents Attracts Major Buyers to the Boutique-Style Show
Trade Shows
Veterans and new vendors exhibited at The Tents, which is devoted to designer and contemporary men’s styles, cultivating a boutique environment with white-walled booths.
Project Tries On New Looks
Trade Shows
The sprawling Project, devoted to men’s contemporary styles and premium denim, introduced a new section called N:OW that focuses on new and emerging brands with a streetwear edge.
L.A. Becomes the Largest U.S. City to Ban Fur
Retail
The fur has been flying with the news that fur products cannot be sold in Los Angeles after 2020.
