TRADE SHOWS
Venue Changes and Growth at Las Vegas Fashion Week
By Kelli Freeman, Contributing Writer | March 6, 2026
The February edition of Las Vegas Fashion Week not only featured everything from denim trends to runway shows but also served up massages, martinis, bracelet giveaways, beauty treatments, networking and education. The expanded footprint had something for everyone at the Las Vegas Convention Center, The Expo at World Market Center and more..
ITA’s Fashion ‘Road Show’ to Culminate in Dallas
“Spaghetti Western” is a term for low-budget cowboy movies made in Italy 50 years ago—several of which became cinematic classics—and now Italy and Texas are joining forces...
Messe Frankfurt Grows Its Denim Presence as Kingpins Show Shareholder
The Kingpins Show and Messe Frankfurt have entered into a partnership that will allow the two brands to drive sustainability in the denim industry...
The Times They Are A-Changin’ at L.A. Market
The L.A. Fashion District was abuzz with systemic change, seen across showrooms and among visiting buyers at Los Angeles Market Week, held June 11–15.
Licensing Expo Highlights Trend-Driven Apparel in Latest Show
The real money isn’t in what you create, it’s in what is created out of your creation. Namely, licensing.
Swimwear Proves to Be a Wardrobe Staple at Swim Collective
The seaside Pasea Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach, Calif., was the perfect setting for the Summer 2023 edition of Swim Collective.
Curve Struts the Runway at Paraiso Swim
Miami is all but synonymous with the beach lifestyle—not to mention sexy, luxe and curvy. And so it was...
Los Angeles Fabric Show to Debut With a Diverse Roster of Exhibitors, Buyers
The Fabric Shows is weaving its way back to Los Angeles. Producer Susan Power has announced that the next edition will be at The New Mart July 25–26.
Colocated Shows Highlight Advancements and Trends in Textile Design and Manufacturing
Technology and textiles convened in Atlanta May 10–12 for the Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas shows, which drew over 350 exhibitors...
Second Edition of MAGIC Nashville Solidifies Its Place as a Regional Destination
High energy, a feeling of excitement and charming well-dressed people. Sound like your typical trade show? Probably not, and that’s because Nashville, Tenn., is not your typical fashion capital.
Taking Steps Toward Producing a Cleaner, Greener Trade Show
What sustainable, ecological actions can trade-show producers take to create greener events?
Functional Fabric Fair Boasts Largest Show to Date
Powered by Performance Days, the spring edition of Functional Fabric Fair returned to Portland, Ore., April 4–5 to showcase the latest trends and innovations in textile development for the Spring 2024/2025 seasons.
Upscale and accessible luxury at WWIN
Unique and chic met Feb. 13–16 at the Caesars Forum for the Womenswear In Nevada show.
Uniquely intimate buying at IFJAG
An oasis amongst the hustle and bustle of the big Las Vegas shows, the International Fashion Jewelry and Accessory Group presented a select gathering of exhibitors Feb. 11–14 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton.
PI Apparel Los Angeles Promotes the Human Side of Innovation
While product innovation is the foundation of MarketKey’s technology-focused PI Apparel events, the Feb. 28–March 1 Los Angeles edition focused on human connections.
Sunny Skies Forecast for Fall at L.A. Market Week
Weather forecast: rainy and gloomy. Fashion forecast: hot, bright and optimistic! Despite the rain, spirits were high as buyers arrived for Los Angeles Market Week, held March 12–16.
