CMC 2015 LA Majors Market and LA Textile Show Dates

CALIFORNIA MARKET CENTER ANNOUNCES 2015 LA MAJORS MARKET AND LA TEXTILE SHOW DATES

WHAT: California Market Center announces dates for 2015 LA Majors Market and LA International Textile Show (Spring/Summer 2016), in addition to other Markets & Tradeshows, including LA Fashion Market, LA Kids Market, SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow, TRANSIT LA Shoe Show, and LA Gift & Home Market. WHO: California Market Center is the hub of the style industries in Los Angeles, located in the heart of downtown's Fashion District. As home to a mix of premier Fashion, Textile, Gift and Home Decor resources found throughout hundreds of permanent showrooms, the CMC offers a true lifestyle marketplace that is unparalleled on the West Coast and is open year-round to the trade. As one of LA's leading event venues, the CMC is host to an annual calendar of industry-renowned Markets, Tradeshows and special events. WHY: The CMC is announcing confirmed 2015 Markets & Tradeshows dates so that buyers & vendors may start planning travel and exhibit space. WHEN:  JANUARY 11-14 | Sun-Wed LA FASHION MARKET | Summer 15 11-14 | Sun-Wed LA KIDS MARKET | Summer 15 + Pre-F/W 15 12-14 | Mon-Wed SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow | Summer 15 12-14 | Mon-Wed TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show 21-26 | Wed-Mon LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Winter Market 15 MARCH 02-04 | Mon-Wed LA International Textile Show | Spring/Summer 16 15-18 | Sun-Wed LA FASHION MARKET | Fall 15 15-18 | Sun-Wed LA KIDS MARKET | Fall/Winter 15 16-18 | Mon-Wed SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow | Fall 15 16-18 | Mon-Wed TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show 29-31 | Sun-Tue LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Spring Market APRIL 07-09 | Tue-Thu LA MAJORS MARKET | Fall 15 JUNE 7-10 | Sun-Wed LA FASHION MARKET | Fall II/Holiday 15 7-10 | Sun-Wed LA KIDS MARKET | Fall/Winter 15 8-10 | Mon-Wed SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow | Fall II/Holiday 15 8-10 | Mon-Wed TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show JULY 15-20 | Wed-Mon LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Summer Market 15 AUGUST 02-05 | Sun-Wed LA FASHION MARKET | Holiday/Resort 15 02-05 | Sun-Wed LA KIDS MARKET | F/W 15 + Pre-Spring 16 03-05 | Mon-Wed SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow | Holiday/Resort 15 03-05 | Mon-Wed TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show SEPTEMBER 27-29 | Sun-Wed LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Fall Market 15 OCTOBER 05-07 | Mon-Wed LA MAJORS MARKET | Spring 16 11-14 | Sun-Wed LA FASHION MARKET | Spring 16 11-14 | Sun-Wed LA KIDS MARKET | Spring/Summer 16 12-14 | Mon-Wed SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow | Spring 16 12-14 | Mon-Wed TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show Note: All dates subject to change.

WHERE: California Market Center (CMC), 110 East 9th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90079 MORE INFORMATION: www.californiamarketcenter.com | 213.630.3600

California Market Center 2015 Calendar

WHAT: California Market Center announces dates for 2015 Markets & Tradeshows, including LA Fashion Market, LA Kids Market, SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow, TRANSIT LA Shoe Show, and LA Gift & Home Market.

WHO: California Market Center is the hub of the style industries in Los Angeles, located in the heart of downtown's Fashion District. As home to a mix of premier Fashion, Textile, Gift and Home Decor resources found throughout hundreds of permanent showrooms, the CMC offers a true lifestyle marketplace that is unparalleled on the West Coast and is open year-round to the trade. As one of LA's leading event venues, the CMC is host to an annual calendar of industry-renowned Markets, Tradeshows and special events.

WHY: The CMC is announcing confirmed 2015 Markets & Tradeshows dates so that buyers & vendors may start planning travel and exhibit space.

WHEN:

JANUARY
11-14  |  Sun-Wed                               LA FASHION MARKET  |  Summer 15
11-14  |  Sun-Wed                               LA KIDS MARKET  |  Summer 15 + Pre-F/W 15
12-14  |  Mon-Wed                               SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow  |  Summer 15
12-14  |  Mon-Wed                               TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show
21-26  |  Wed-Mon                               LA GIFT & HOME MARKET  |  Winter Market 15

MARCH
15-18  |  Sun-Wed                               LA FASHION MARKET  |  Fall 15
15-18  |  Sun-Wed                               LA KIDS MARKET  |  Fall/Winter 15
16-18  |  Mon-Wed                               SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow  |  Fall 15
16-18  |  Mon-Wed                               TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show
29-31  |  Sun-Tue                                 LA GIFT & HOME MARKET  |  Spring Market

APRIL
07-09  |  Tue-Thu                                 LA MAJORS MARKET  |  Fall 15

JUNE  
7-10  |  Sun-Wed                                  LA FASHION MARKET  |  Fall II/Holiday 15
7-10  |  Sun-Wed                                  LA KIDS MARKET  |  Fall/Winter 15
8-10  |  Mon-Wed                                 SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow  |  Fall II/Holiday 15
8-10  |  Mon-Wed                                 TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show

JULY
15-20  |  Wed-Mon                               LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Summer Market 15

AUGUST
02-05  |  Sun-Wed                               LA FASHION MARKET  |  Holiday/Resort 15
02-05  |  Sun-Wed                               LA KIDS MARKET  |  F/W 15 + Pre-Spring 16
03-05  |  Mon-Wed                              SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow  |  Holiday/Resort 15
03-05  |  Mon-Wed                              TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show

SEPTEMBER
27-29  |  Sun-Wed                              LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Fall Market 15

OCTOBER
11-14  |  Sun-Wed                               LA FASHION MARKET  |  Spring 16
11-14  |  Sun-Wed                               LA KIDS MARKET  |  Spring/Summer 16
12-14  |  Mon-Wed                              SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow  |  Spring 16
12-14  |  Mon-Wed                              TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show

Note: All dates subject to change.

MORE INFORMATION: www.californiamarketcenter.com

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SELECT & TRANSIT in October: New Dates

California Market Center Announces

NEW SUNDAY START DATES FOR
SELECT AND TRANSIT IN OCTOBER

WHO:	SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow and TRANSIT LA Footwear & Accessories Show
WHAT:	California Market Center (CMC) has announced new dates for its two temporary tradeshows that run concurrently with LA Fashion Market, SELECT, and TRANSIT. SELECT will now run Sunday – Wednesday, October 13 – 16, 2013 and take place in the CMC’s Fashion Theater, Main Lobby. Show hours will be 9:00am – 5:00pm Sunday – Tuesday, and 9:00am – 4:00pm on Wednesday. TRANSIT will now run Sunday – Tuesday, October 13 – 15, 2013 and will take place in the CMC’s 13th floor Penthouse, B Wing. Show hours will be 10:00am – 5:00pm Sunday and Monday, and 10:00am – 4:00pm on Tuesday. “We have been monitoring Sunday traffic for over a year, and it has been steadily increasing and gaining momentum,” said Joanne Lee, Senior Vice President of the California Market Center. “We know there is a segment of buyers who prefer to shop on weekends, which was why Preview Sundays were created. However, buyers have been asking for a formal market day so they can shop all of our resources instead of just the showrooms who choose to be open. Our Sunday Market traffic is unique, and we would like to see both showroom tenants and tradeshow exhibitors take advantage of this Sunday traffic, as well as offer a comprehensive selection of resources to buyers who can only shop on Sundays.”
WHERE:	CALIFORNIA MARKET CENTER (CMC) 110 East Ninth Street, Los Angeles CA 9007
WHEN:	SELECT Sunday - Wednesday  | October 13-16, 2013 Hours:  Sunday - Tuesday, 9:00am – 5:00pm | Wednesday 9:00am – 4:00pm TRANSIT Sunday - Tuesday  |  October 13 – 15, 2013 Sunday - Monday 10:00am – 5:00pm  |  Tuesday 10:00am – 4:00pm
MORE INFO:	SELECT Website  |  www.californiamarketcenter.com/select SELECT Show Manager Email  |  oreyes@californiamarketcenter.com TRANSIT Website  |  www.californiamarketcenter.com/transit TRANSIT Show Manager Email  |  orodriguez@californiamarketcenter.com

Spring/Summer 2016 LA Kids Market at CMC

The Spring/Summer 2016 LA Kids Market will take place on the 6th floor A Wing of the California Market Center (CMC) August 3-6. Sunday, August 2nd will be open for showroom appointments. In addition to the debut of Spring 2016 lines, August Market will feature the opening of new showrooms, as well as the return of Kids Shoe Association.

Mayra's Collections, a new showroom, represents contemporary brands such as Mini Rodini, Akid, Young Soles, Rock Your Baby, Bang Bang Copenhagen, and more. "We received so many inquiries from stores on the West Coast needing more brands like ours," says Mayra Cano, Owner of Mayra's Collections. "It was something we knew we had to do. The CMC is the only place we would want to be showing. It's the best; there was never any other option for us."

Buyers cannot only expect to see new lines, but full, unedited collections of well-known and designer brands from across the world. For example, European showroom, Group Zannier, will be showing Spring/Summer 2016 collections of Catimini, 3Pommes, IKKS, Jean Bourget - as well as Junior Gaultier, Paul Smith Jr, Kenzo Kids, and Tartine et Chocolat.

"August Market is a major show for many reasons," says Stephanie LaRussa of Group Zannier. "The first is that being a European showroom, we begin our selling season early (July) and need to submit all orders for early production that begins in the Fall. The second is that we showcase our Spring/Summer collections, which are very important to our region where the warm-weather months dominate the colder ones."

In conjunction with LA Kids Market, the Kids Shoe Association (KSA) will return and host an incredible list of Kids footwear brands in one easy to shop location for buyers. KSA will take place on the 6th Floor C Wing Monday and Tuesday, August 3 and 4.

"We are looking forward to developing a regular customer base and their understanding that we will be here every Market, making it a destination show for their buying needs," says Kim Kenson of KSA. "The exhibitors loved the space and layout at the last Show, as did our retailers. We also had a significant number of cross-over buyers stop in from different markets taking place in the building."  

"Our hope is that these retailers take advantage of LAKM and KSA as a resource to find additional products and brands they can add to their merchandise assortment and increase their point of sale transactions," says Sandra Martinez of In Play Showroom. "In today's world, the consumer is looking for something fresh and new and I feel that the edition of KSA is the perfect opportunity to discover what that exactly that may be." 

In addition to footwear resources found in permanent showrooms throughout LA Kids Market, KSA will feature solid retuning brands- such as Saltwater Sandals, Skechers, JambuKD, Michael by Michael Kors, and Clarks Kids. Blowfish girls and Vince Camuto Kids will be joining the impressive roster as well.

LA Kids Market will take place Monday - Thursday, August 3-6, 2015 for the Spring/Summer 2016 Season.

About LA Kids Market - LA KIDS MARKET showcases the industry's top Kids & Maternity brands from around the globe. Located exclusively at the California Market Center (CMC), the LA KIDS MARKET is comprised of over 50 showrooms collectively representing over 800 brands, including the largest year-round collection of Contemporary, Made In LA, and European children's fashion lines in the nation, as well as a fast growing selection of gifts, toys, and lifestyle products.

Learn more about the California Market Center here on Apparel Search.

LA Fashion Market Temporaries August 2013

CMC TO HOST LA FASHION MARKET TEMPORARIES IN AUGUST IN LIEU OF SELECT & TRANSIT, POSTPONED UNTIL OCTOBER

WHO:	The California Market Center (CMC) will host LA Fashion Market Temporaries for the August edition of LA Fashion Market, in the CMC’s Fashion Theater.  Due to overlap and scheduling conflicts with other national tradeshows, SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow and TRANSIT Footwear & Accessories are postponed and will return to the CMC in October 2013 for Spring 14 LA Fashion Market.
WHAT:	“SELECT and TRANSIT are being postponed until October due to scheduling conflicts, but as a courtesy to brands who have regularly scheduled market appointments, we’ve created an LA Fashion Market Temporaries exhibits space are that will give apparel, accessory, and shoe brands a place to meet with their west coast accounts during the first two days of Market,” said Joanne Lee, Senior Vice President of the California Market Center.”
WHERE:	Fashion Theater, Main Lobby CALIFORNIA MARKET CENTER (CMC) 110 East Ninth Street, Los Angeles CA 9007
WHEN:	Monday, August 5, 2013 – Tuesday, August 6, 2013 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
MORE INFO:	www.californiamarketcenter.com/fashion

California Market Center 2015/ 2016 Event Dates

2015 / 2016 MARKET DATES at CMC

2015 SEPTEMBER 27-29 | Sun-Tue       LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Fall Market 28-30 | Mon-Wed     LA TEXTILE SHOW | Fall/Winter 16/17 OCTOBER 05-07 | Mon-Wed     LA MAJORS MARKET | Spring 16 12-15 | Mon-Thu      LA FASHION MARKET | Spring 16 12-15 | Mon-Thu      LA KIDS MARKET | Spring 16 12-14 | Mon-Wed    SHAPE Athleisure + Lifestyle Tradeshow | Spring 16 12-14 | Mon-Wed    SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow | Spring 16 12-14 | Mon-Wed    TRANSIT | LA Shoe Show 19-20 | Mon-Tue      LA MEN'S MARKET 2016 JANUARY 11-14 | Mon-Thu      LA FASHION MARKET | Summer 16 11-14 | Mon-Thu      LA KIDS MARKET | Summer 16 + Pre-F/W 16 11-13 | Mon-Wed    SELECT Better & Contemporary Tradeshow 11-13 | Mon-Wed    SHAPE Athleisure + Lifestyle Tradeshow 11-13 | Mon-Wed    TRANSIT Shoe Show 28-01 | Thu-Tue      LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Winter Market 16 MARCH 14-17 | Mon-Thu      LA FASHION MARKET | Fall 16 14-17 | Mon-Thu      LA KIDS MARKET | Fall/Winter 16 14-16 | Mon-Wed    SELECT Better & Contemporary Tradeshow 14-16 | Mon-Wed    SHAPE Athleisure + Lifestyle Tradeshow 14-16 | Mon-Wed    TRANSIT Shoe Show TBD  |                    LA TEXTILE (LA Intl Textile Show) | Spring/Summer 17 TBD  |                    LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Spring Market 16 APRIL TBD  |                    LA MAJORS MARKET | Fall 16 JUNE 13-16 | Mon-Thu      LA FASHION MARKET | Fall II/Holiday 16 13-16 | Mon-Thu      LA KIDS MARKET | Fall/Winter 16 13-15 | Mon-Wed    SELECT Better & Contemporary Tradeshow 13-15 | Mon-Wed    SHAPE Athleisure + Lifestyle Tradeshow 13-15 | Mon-Wed    TRANSIT Shoe Show JULY 21-25 | Thu-Mon      LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Summer Market 16 AUGUST 01-04 | Mon-Thu      LA FASHION MARKET | Holiday/Resort 16 01-04 | Mon-Thu      LA KIDS MARKET | F/W 16 + Pre-Spring 17 01-03 | Mon-Wed    SELECT Better & Contemporary Tradeshow 01-03 | Mon-Wed    SHAPE Athleisure + Lifestyle Tradeshow 01-03 | Mon-Wed    TRANSIT Shoe Show SEPTEMBER TBD  |                    LA GIFT & HOME MARKET | Fall Market 16 September 26-28, 2016 LA TEXTILE (LA Intl Textile Show) | Fall/Winter 17/18 OCTOBER 17-20 | Mon-Thu      LA FASHION MARKET | Spring 17 17-20 | Mon-Thu      LA KIDS MARKET | Spring/Summer 17 17-19 | Mon-Wed    SELECT Better & Contemporary Tradeshow 17-19 | Mon-Wed    SHAPE Athleisure + Lifestyle Tradeshow 17-19 | Mon-Wed    TRANSIT Shoe Show Note: All dates subject to change. Learn more about the California Market Center.

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LA Textile Spring/Summer 2015

The Spring/Summer 2015 Los Angeles International Textile Show (LA TEXTILE) will take place from Monday-Wednesday, March 10-12, 2014 at the California Market Center (CMC) on 9th and Main Street in downtown Los Angeles. Hosted in the Penthouse, on the 13th floor, show hours are from 9:00am-5:00pm on Monday and Tuesday, and 9:00am-4:00pm on Wednesday. Highlights include a steady number of domestic exhibitors, as well as an increasing presence of mills from areas around the world, such as India and Turkey.

International collections present at the Show aesthetically reflect the Spring and Summer seasons for buyers and designers who are looking for remarkable textile creativity. John Marshall, the West Coast Representative for PINX, a mill from India that creates hand-beaded, ornate textiles, affirms that the uniqueness of international exhibitors sets them apart from others. “The PINX collection offers a variety of product for several markets, such as bridal, women’s evening wear, contemporary brands as well as costume designers, etc,” says Marshall. “Their uniqueness is the ability to customize with a wide array of designs, color combinations and styles blended with the most recent market trends. I consider them a trendsetter and innovator with brilliant techniques.”

In addition to PINX, other impressive exhibitors from India include AP Fashions, Candid Enterprise, Eirene Business Solutions, Mauela Apparel, Sofiatex, and Vinayak. There is also a stronger presence of mills from Turkey than in past shows, some of which include Acton, Almodo, BCN Textile, Confetti, and Sunteks.

Marshall also mentions that the Show provides international exhibitors, like PINX, the opportunity to “realize that with the ever changing global economy, their presence [at LA TEXTILE] is essential to compete with the supply and demand of the West Coast designers to offer unique and customized articles.”

The specialty, artisan quality textiles created by international mills are some of the main resources at the Show. “Higher end fabrics by exhibitors from abroad are specifically sought out by the contemporary designers who attend the show,” states Oscar Ben Rodriguez, Senior Trade Show Manager of LA TEXTILE. “We are offering an increasing variety of fabrics from all across the globe, which encompass the entire spectrum of price points. This mix of resources is what makes the LA TEXTILE Show the premiere destination for textile, design, and production.”

In addition to the debut of new international resources, LA TEXTILE will continue to partner with Lenzing and feature the Lenzing Innovation Pavilion located in the A-wing of the Penthouse. Just a few of the notable exhibitors include Buhler Quality Yarns, Design Knit, Inc., Texollini, Inc., Tuscarora Yarns, and, for the first time, Alamac American Knits. Lenzing will also co-host, with LA TEXTILE, an Opening Night Reception for all attendees, which features complimentary hors d'oeuvres, organic wine provided by Frey Vineyards, and live music from DJ Lead One. Open to attendees and exhibitors, the reception is scheduled from 5:00pm-7:00pm, Monday, March 10 in the LA TEXTILE Lounge located in Penthouse #19.

About the Los Angeles International Textile Show (LA TEXTILE) – LA Textile is the fashion industry’s destination for premier textile, design and production resources. Offering hundreds of fabric selections and design services from around the world, the caliber of resources and fashion direction is presented with our Contemporary designer audience in mind. Our trend forum, co-curated by trend partner Design Options, and complimentary seminar program are designed to inform and inspire. For more information, please visit www.californiamarketcenter.com/latextile

About the California Market Center (CMC) – California Market Center (CMC) is the hub of Los Angeles' fashion and lifestyle product industries. The 2-million square foot complex is home to showrooms open year-round, and host to weekly trade events. Renowned as L.A.'s premier fashion industry marketplace since the 1960s, the CMC has also become the West Coast's fastest growing resource for gift, home decor, design, seasonal & novelty products. For more information, please visit www.californiamarketcenter.com  

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Men's Market April 2015 at CMC

Los Angeles Men's Market - A Men's Trade Event - will return to the California Market Center (CMC) Tuesday and Wednesday, April 7 & 8, 2015. With the show's continued success and growth, the Holiday 2015 Show is moving to the 93,000 sq. ft. Penthouse on the 13th floor of the CMC, with views overlooking downtown Los Angeles. "Building upon the success of our last show," says Kellen Roland, Founder of LA Men's Market, "we have moved the show to the 93,000 sq. ft. Penthouse of the CMC.   With our new home, we will be debuting a unique show environment.  This season, brands will find themselves grouped by aesthetic and category.  We are doing this to streamline the shopping experience for our buyers.  We also partnered with Om Nom Organics, Downtown Los Angeles' premier healthy mini market, to bring fresh and convenient goods to LA Men's Market in a pop up mini market on the show floor." The participating brands include 10 Deep, Apolis, Asics, B & O Play, Brixton, Clarks, Diamond Supply, G-Shock, Herschel Supply Co, Huf, I Love Ugly, Komono, Obey, ourCaste, Publish, Rains, Stance, Woolrich, Zanerobe, and over one hundred more. Top Men's showrooms such as, The NTWRK Agency, The Foundation and The Park will also be in attendance.   Roland also states, "LA Men's Market exclusively focuses on the Holiday and Summer seasons.  We have a clear point of difference when compared to the existing trade show landscape.  This season's show will feature industry leading menswear brands from the contemporary, lifestyle, footwear and action sports markets."  Key retailers who confirmed attendance to this season's show include Active Ride Shop, American Rag, Attic 2 Zoo, Conveyor, Crsvr, Hemingway & Pickett, Jack's Surfboards, LASC, Milkmade, Moose Limited, Pac Sun, Poketo, Revolve, Sun Diego, Tank Farm, Tilly's, The Well, Val Surf, Wasteland, Wildfang, Zappos, Zebra Club, and Zumiez. In addition, prominent brands are gearing up for the show and are ready to exhibit their Holiday 15 collections. "LA Men's Market is a great platform for us to showcase our Holiday collection," says Taylor Fisher of Herschel Supply Co. "The timing and atmosphere of the Show could not be better. We are able to see retailers in a fun and productive environment." Nikki Tran of Publish echoes the enthusiasm of the other participating brands. "We are excited to be part of LA Men's Market and could not have asked for a better show to showcase our Holiday 2015 collection," says Tran. "It allows us to reconnect with existing retailers and build new relationships. We are looking forward to another successful show with LA Men's Market." LA Men's Market will continue to partner with a curated selection of some of Downtown Los Angeles' finest culinary mainstays including Stumptown Coffee & Eggslut as well as Downtown hospitality & nightlife staple, The Standard, to provide complimentary perks such as daily breakfast and coffee and an opening night party to celebrate the expansion of the Show. The curated, two-day Market event will take place Tuesday-Wednesday, April 7 - 8, 2015 on the 13th Floor B-Wing Penthouse of the California Market Center from 10a-6p daily.

About LA Men's Market: LA Men's Market is a men's trade event where brands and buyers come together. We found our lane by focusing exclusively on the Summer and Holiday seasons. LA Men's Market takes place in Downtown Los Angeles, in the heart of the Fashion District. We proudly showcase the best menswear brands in Action Sports, Contemporary, Lifestyle, Streetwear and Footwear. You may also have interest in reading our previous blog post about LA Men's Market October 2014.

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Summer 2015 LA Fashion Market

Summer 2015 LA Fashion Market will take place at the California Market Center (CMC) from Sunday, January 11, 2015- Wednesday, January 14, 2015. CMC showrooms featuring apparel, accessories, lifestyle, LA Kids Market and more will be open beginning, Sunday January 11. Tradeshows featured at LA Fashion Market will open Monday, January 12, 2015 at SELECT Better Contemporary Tradeshow, TRANSIT Shoe Show, and KSA, the new Kids Shoe Show.

"January Fashion Market is the key destination for buyers looking for summer lines and trends," says CMC Events Director Brittany Carr.  "What makes the CMC unique for buyers is its comprehensive array of resources, covering every market segment from children's to updated, from men's and women's contemporary apparel to footwear, from gifts & lifestyle resources to stylish home furnishings & decor.  Additionally, the CMC's new partnership with KSA Kids Shoe Show this Market expands the selection of kids resources at the CMC, further cementing our LA Kids Market as the kidswear industry's most important marketplace on the West Coast."

Also new to the CMC is FRNCH showroom, a Parisian-inspired collection providing a unique style, contemporary yet easy-to-wear pieces. Simon Jin, CEO of FRNCH, says that in order to launch their new line, "we needed a solid and major location with a good exposure to start fresh. The CMC is a prominent and well-known building where we would like to put strong foundations for our business."

Other new resources that can be found throughout CMC showrooms this Market include Maiden, Bobo Designs, California Style, Gypsy Soule, Hedgren, Lva Scarves, Cristina Gravidi, Jade, 209 West, Moon & Sky, Belcho USA, Wear Mens, Jachs Girlfriend New York, Spharell We Are, Eon Paris, Romy and Ray, Tammy and Benjamin, Les Petits Carreaux, Black Kaviar, Two Angle, Post Game, Bass, PSSPRT, DFYNT, Quintin Co., Gods & Generals, Cloud Nine, Midori, Les Paris Petite, A. Maglia, WAPI, Lindi, Z Concept, Alice Barnabe, Jane Yoo, Jessamine, Maati, Vine Street, Natalia Sabe, Maude and more.                      

In addition to new resources, this LA Fashion Market will also feature many returning, established brands at SELECT Better Contemporary Tradeshow. Featured in the Fashion Theater, Monday-Wednesday, buyers can expect to find lines such as Brazilian designer, Marcia Moran; Northern California based jewelry designer, Leslie Francesca; women's leather accessories and handbags, Hobo Bags; leading cashmere brand, Magaschoni; luxe boots and heels by Bettye Muller; one-of-a-kind natural gemstones and organic fossil jewelry by Krysia Renau. Buyer favorite, Marcia Moran, has been participating in SELECT since 2011 and will be giving away a pair of beautiful, druzy earrings to a buyer each day during the Show.

TRANSIT, LA's longest running footwear Show, will take place in the Penthouse, Monday-Wednesday, and showcase both emerging labels and renowned brands such as Seychelles, Steve Madden, Chinese Laundry, Jeffrey Campbell, BC Footwear, Frye Company, Lucky Brand, Dolce Vita, Vince Camuto, Andre Assous, Chelsea Crew, Adam Tucker, MIA Shoes, MTNG and more.

MTNG has been participating in TRANSIT for 3 years and will be introducing a new lifestyle brand, WE ARE UNITED, at the Show. "Five shows a year keeps us in front of our California customers with regularity," says Todd Beeman, VP Sales for the brand."It also provides a good opportunity for future and immediate business based on timing of shows." MTNG will also be giving away a free pair of shoes daily to buyers who attend TRANSIT.

Additional resources coming in March include a new athletic and leisure apparel Show, called SHAPE, to coincide with LA Fashion Market, March 15-18, as well as the return of LA Men's Market, April 7-8, the successful men's contemporary and premium streetwear Show, and other special events that will be announced at a later time.

Next week's LA Fashion Market dates at the CMC are Sunday-Wednesday, January 11-14, 2015 from 9a-6p daily for the Summer 15 season. The following show dates will be Sunday-Wednesday, March 15-18, 2015.

About LA Fashion Market- Five times a year, buyers from around the globe flock to the CMC to view the season's newest collections presented by thousands of brands at LA Fashion Market. From apparel and accessories to gifts and lifestyle collections, the product array at the CMC is unmatched on the West Coast, catering to every price point and market niche. Collections are presented throughout hundreds of permanent showrooms and tradeshow areas featured throughout the CMC. For more information visit

www.californiamarketcenter.com/fashion.

Los Angeles Fashion Market Week June 2014

The Fall / Holiday Los Angeles Fashion Market will take place from Sunday - Wednesday, June, 8-11, 2014, at the California Market Center (CMC) on 9th and Main in Downtown LA. Show hours are from 9a-6p daily. Although showrooms will be open starting Sunday of LA Fashion Market, SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow and TRANSIT Footwear & Accessories Show will run Monday - Wednesday, June 9-11, 2014. Show hours for SELECT will be 9a-5p, Monday and Tuesday, and 9A-4P on Wednesday. Hours for TRANSIT will be 10a-5p, Monday and Tuesday, and 10A-4p on Wednesday. In addition to the well-established resources already at the CMC, many new lines and showrooms will be debuting this Market. These include: Sandra and Minnie, Red Wagon Baby, La Chic Embroidered Designs, Zigi Soho, London Trash, Ken Abbott, Emperia Handbags, Billy Narvida, YNTJ, Woon Sik Kim, Cooper 9, William Kim, Amethyst, Belford, Hail3y:23, Jana Sweaters, Halladay, Native Shoes, W5 Concepts, Klist, Sweet Rain Apparel, Skylton, Moss/Jang, Proper Brands Showroom, One Ten Sales, RadYo!, The Pothead Diaries, Wild Rose Apparel, Cool-G, Mila Designs and many more.   "As a former model, I have many memories of coming to the CMC to do showroom fittings and to meet clients," says Dustin Moss of new showroom Sweet Rain Apparel. "This was where I began working in LA, so it was a comfortable fit to want to return here to continue the process for the next generation. I'm looking forward to seeing how the LA Market has progressed over the years and am extremely happy to be part of the CMC." Sweet Rain Apparel is just one of the several new showrooms opening on 5B. Showrooms featuring some of the best Young Contemporary lines in LA continue to emerge and transform 5B into a destination for this highly sought after category. Skylton, a denim line from France, who took part in last Market's Fre(n)sh Fashion Show, has opened their first showroom at the CMC. Also on 5B, Young Contemporary lines such as W5Concepts and KList represented by Karyn Kim have made the CMC their new home. Running in conjunction with LA Fashion Market, SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow and TRANSIT Footwear & Accessories Show will introduce a wide variety of exhibiting brands. Monday - Wednesday, June 9-11, SELECT will be held in the Fashion Theater located in the Main Lobby, while TRANSIT will be held on the 13th Floor Penthouse. Curated contemporary collections showcased at this edition of SELECT will include East Coast prep lifestyle brand L'Etoile Sport, contemporary women's everydaywear brand Elan + Castor, Los Angeles based activewear CCR Brand, emerging made in LA brand Vyda Victoria, NYC jewelry brand av max, Hilary MacMillan from Canada, California based jewelry brand Leslie Francesca, luxe bohemian accessories by Kim & Zozi, leather wrap watches by La Mer Collections, and many more. While at TRANSIT, new exhibitors will include renowned vintage men's footwear brand 1850 by Johnston and Murphy, emerging girls' and women's brand Joyfolie, leather, shoes, and accessories brand based out of Northern India Super Tannery, handcrafted, artisan jewelry by Patti O'Neil Design, renowned leather boot brand Frye Company, blogger favorite Modern Vice, and established American footwear brands, Cole Haan, Vince Camuto, Keds, and many more. "We are extremely excited for June LA Fashion Market. SELECT has seen a 25% exhibitor increase including emerging contemporary brands such as Australia's Elliott Label and established names like Kenneth Cole," says Brittany Carr, Senior Events Manager at the CMC. "Also, to increase the buyer foot print for all of the CMC contemporary showrooms and exhibitors, we have launched a retail relations program targeting Contemporary, Young Contemporary Apparel and Footwear boutiques." This Market, there will also be expanded promotions available to buyers, as well as special events and hospitality. To celebrate the kicking off LA Fashion Market, there will be a Cocktail Hour on Sunday, June 8 in the Main Lobby of the CMC. Cocktails begin at 5p, and will feature a DJ set and mingling for all registered buyers and press. Each day, attendees can enter to win a handmade, leather wrap watch by La Mer Collections by visiting the SELECT Lounge, a free pair of shoes by MIA Shoes, Frye Company, Vince Camuto, or Lucky Brand by visiting the TRANSIT Lounge or a free blow dry at celebrity hair salon, Twist by Oliver Ifergan, located at the CMC's 9th Street entrance, by visiting 5C (Better Updated/Contemporary Women's). Additionally, each day in the SELECT Lounge, from 3-5p, there will be a complimentary organic wine bar courtesy of Frey Vineyards. The Fall/Holiday edition of Los Angeles Fashion Market will run Sunday - Wednesday, June, 8-11, 2014, at the CMC, 9a - 6p daily.

About the LA Fashion Market- Five times a year, buyers from around the globe flock to the CMC to view the season's newest collections presented by thousands of brands at LA Fashion Market. From apparel and accessories to gifts and lifestyle collections, the product array at the CMC is unmatched on the West Coast, catering to every price point and market niche. Collections are presented throughout hundreds of permanent showrooms and tradeshow areas featured throughout the CMC. For more information visit www.californiamarketcenter.com/fashion

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Los Angeles International Textile Show and New Trend Forum

The Los Angeles International Textile Show (LA TEXTILE) will be taking place Monday, September 30 – Wednesday, October 2, 2013 for Fall/Winter 2014/2015 edition.  Located at the California Market Center (CMC) for over 21 years, this edition of the Show features a number of new exhibitors for textile, design & production resources, and the return of the European Collections Pavilion and Lenzing Innovation Pavilion.  Furthermore, KOTRA and KTTA will both be returning in the Korean Pavilion, presenting an unmatched variety of Korea’s best textile mills and distributors, located in the Fashion Theater.  Additionally, attendees can expect complimentary daily seminars by world-renowned trend forecasters and industry experts, an Opening Night Reception co-hosted by Lenzing and LA TEXTILE, a coffee bar each morning of the Show courtesy of Cotton, Inc. and a Trend Forum co-curated by trend partner Design Options and LA TEXTILE.

“We are looking forward to another successful Show, with even more resources” said Oscar Ben Rodriguez, Senior Trade Show Manager. “Last October, we had 221 mills, along with 59 international companies. This edition of LA TEXTILE, we will be hosting over 258 mills, and 73 international companies, which is exciting. The entire textile industry, including designers, brands and production teams, will be able to conveniently source everything they need at our Show.”

New resources debuting this season among the special Pavilions and Show floors include Alena Textile Industries, Barefoot Fibers, Blue Jeans International Co., Ltd, China Shen Zhen Best Linen Textile Factory, Duo Digital Prints, Global Textiles Ltd from New Zealand, Indmoda from India, International Textile Mill, Jinda Home Fashions, Kendor Textiles, King America Textile Group, Kornit Digital, Lacefield Designs, Martin & Savage PTY LTD from Australia, Northern Linen from the Netherlands, Orbit, Plastex International Inc, and Top Value Fabrics, plus many more.

Returning for a seventh edition of LA TEXTILE is the Lenzing Innovation Pavilion, presenting its impressive network of Lenzing affiliated companies & products offering superior fiber, yarn and fabric innovations.  Located in Penthouse showrooms and booths, new exhibitors include Fabrictex, Inc., and The Knit House. Notable returning exhibitors include Lenzing Fibers, Inc., American Fabrics International, Asher Fabric Concepts, Britannia Mills Ltd, Buhler Quality Yarns, Design Knit, Inc., Enviro Fabrics, Epic Textiles, Laguna Fabrics, Miroglio, Pacific Coast Knitting, Sextet Fabrics, Inc., Shara-Tex, Inc., Silver Textiles, Textollini, Tuscarora Yarns, Unitex International and Zentex, among others.

The Korean Pavilion, presented by KOTRA and KTTA, will be featured in the Fashion Theater, Main Lobby, and will also showcase an expanded collection of Korea’s best textile mills and distributors. KOTRA will increase from 13 to 18 exhibitors this edition, and KTTA will have 22 exhibitors. Attendees can expect to find Intex, KTC, Dongin, Bristex, Kwangjin, SG Choongnam Spinning, Hemosu, JH Textile, Jinwon, Rohan, Song Young Inpex, KATRI, Philico, Jefftex, YD, Sun Woo, New Star, and Liberty, to name a few.

“We are looking forward to another great show this year, and will be a great opportunity for both Korean exhibitors and U.S. apparel,” said Hannah Lee, Project Manager of KOTRA.

Attendees and exhibitors are invited to an Opening Night Reception co-hosted by Lenzing and LA TEXTILE, featuring complimentary hors d'oeuvres from Mendocino Farms, an organic wine bar courtesy of Frey Vineyards and live beats from DJ Lead One. The reception will take place from 5:00pm-7:00pm, Monday, September 30, located in Penthouse Suite 19.

Industry guests will also find complimentary trend seminars presented by industry luminaries Design Options, Stylesight, WGSN, and Cotton Inc, as well as insightful business seminars from Lenzing, California Fashion Association (CFA), Fashion Business Inc. (FBI), Fox Rothschild LLP, FAB Counsel, Matte Black, plus others.  All seminars take place in the Penthouse, Suite 19.

A Trend Forum co-curated by LA TEXTILE and trend partner Design Options, will be featured in the Main Lobby of the CMC, highlighting six major trends in total for the Fall/Winter 14/15 season, which include three women’s trends, one men’s, one kid’s and one home. Specifically, the three major women’s trends are Winter Wonderland, 70s Revival, and Model Movement. The men’s trend is Abstract Mode, the Kid’s trend is Join the Club, and the home textiles trend is Cross Culture. The Trend Forum will feature dynamic F/W 14/15 color directions and an incisive edit of the textiles and trims coming from the Show's featured mills, offering the industry's most innovative, dynamic collaborative platform for driving superior creativity and design execution. 

The Fall/Winter 2014/2015 edition of LA TEXTILE Show will take place Monday-Wednesday September 30 – October 2, 2013 at the California Market Center. Show hours are 9:00am-5:00pm on Monday and Tuesday, and 9:00am-4:00pm on Wednesday.

About the Los Angeles International Textile Show (LA TEXTILE) – LA Textile is the fashion industry’s destination for premier textile, design and production resources. Offering hundreds of fabric selections and design services from around the world, the caliber of resources and fashion direction is presented with our Contemporary designer audience in mind. Our trend forum, curated by trend partner Stylesight, and complimentary seminar program are designed to inform and inspire. For more information, please visit www.californiamarketcenter.com/latextile

Fall/Winter 2016/17 LA Textile Show

The Fall/Winter 2016/2017 Los Angeles International Textile Show (LA TEXTILE) will take place from Monday-Wednesday, September 28-30, 2015 at the California Market Center (CMC) on 9th and Main Street in downtown Los Angeles. Hosted in the Penthouse, on the 13th floor, show hours are from 9:00am-5:00pm on Monday and Tuesday, and 9:00am-4:00pm on Wednesday. Notable highlights will include a noticeable growth of international resources, the presence of new technology companies, and the return of trend forecasting company Promostyl Paris to curate the Show's Official Trend Forum.

LA Textile attendees will notice an increase in the number of international resources available to them. Newcomer Gordon Fabrics, is a Vancouver, Canada based family run business with over 50 years of textile sales history. "Many of Gordon Fabrics trusted customers & partners have been attending the LA Textile Show for many years," says Ayr Barnett of Gordon Fabrics. "They suggested it as strong Show to include as part of our current US Growth Strategy. The LA Textile Show will afford us the opportunity to meet a whole new segment of customers that will augment our current US customer base."

Additionally, the mills and agents making their debut this Show include Italian lines such as Alisei Italia, Ciabatti Srl, E. Miroglio, Lanificio Lamberto, SRL, Furpile Idea Spa, and Pacini Nello Srl; other international resourcessuch as Ankita Exports, Changzhou Sanmao International Limited, Dara, Dentelles Mery, Dentelles MC, Eastern, Ecomitize, Gordon Fabrics, Idepa, John A. Mercurio Inc., Junior SRL by Adele Zibetti, Burel Factory, Shanghair Waynex Textile Co., Ltd, Slim Silk Inc, Solid Fabric Textile, Troficolor, Valentine Textile, Inc., and Shaoxing Ditian Textile Co; and design services and technology solutions like Ecomitize, Running Stitch, Funari Fashion Consulting, and Global Printing Services.

LA Textile will also be partnering with Promostyl Paris.The four key Fall/Winter 16/17 trends provided by the renowned trend agency are Beauties, Instincts, Anticipations, Codes; Promostyl will co-curate exhibitor textiles in the Trend Forum based on the four trends. They will also be presenting a seminar on Monday at 11am in Penthouse Suite 19 called "Millennial Must Haves: A look at the key items and colors for Fall/Winter 2016/17."

"The Promostyl and LA Textile partnership is crucial for us as a global brand," says Jerome LaMaar, Trend Consultant for Promostyl Paris. "This show is very important as this is our connection to the West Coast of America. This partnership enables us to reach the clients that loves our product but may not have the time to make it to Paris. This show has the same quality as the international shows with a more applicable approach for all design industries."

This season, the LA Textile Show will be renewing its partnership with TEG International, who is sponsoring the LA Textile Lounge refreshments.They will also be presenting a seminar titled "Launching Your Line: From Inspiration through Production" on Wednesday at 1:00pm.

"TEG International is thrilled to be back at the Textile Show. It was a great success for us last season, and it proved to be a very effective event for us to reach our clients, the independent designers," says Jennifer Evans. "It is great to have a place we can connect with them directly, hear about their upcoming collections, and help them navigate the different production elements they are searching for."

Attendees and exhibitors are invited to enjoy complimentary rum cocktails courtesy of Hula Girl Cocktails at the LA Textile Tiki Bar on Monday-Wednesday from 3-5pm. It will be located in our newly renovated exhibit space outside of Penthouse Suite 19.

The Fall/Winter 16/17 edition of the Los Angeles International Textile Show will run Monday-Wednesday, September 28-30, 2015, in the Penthouse of the California Market Center.

About the Los Angeles International Textile Show (LA TEXTILE) - LA Textile is the fashion industry's destination for premier textile, design and production resources. Offering hundreds of fabric selections and design services from around the world, the caliber of resources and fashion direction is presented with our Contemporary designer audience in mind. Our trend forum, co-curated by trend partner Promostyl, and complimentary seminar program are designed to inform and inspire. For more information, please visit www.californiamarketcenter.com/latextile

Vegan Fashion Week 2019

The launch of Vegan Fashion Week.

CMC is proud to host the launch of the first-ever Vegan Fashion Week (VFW), an experience dedicated to elevating ethical fashion globally by providing a platform where fashion meets activism, produced by Le Frenchlab.

California Market Center Shop For A Cause

California Market Center (CMC) is collaborating with prominent dog rescue organization Wags and Walks to host a Charity Sample Sale event and Dog Adoption Fair, scheduled for Friday, July 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  The "Shop For A Cause" event will feature a curated array of Contemporary apparel, accessories and lifestyle products for women, men, children, and pets at below-retail prices, in addition to a Dog Adoption Fair hosted by Wags and Walks, with event admission fees and 5% of vendor sales being donated to the organization.

Held in the CMC's Penthouse event space overlooking downtown Los Angeles, the shopping event's preliminary list of vendors already includes coveted brands such as For Love & Lemons, Fidelity Jeans, Kitsch, Vanessa Mooney, Spiritual Gangster, Crap Eyewear, Pussy & Pooch, Shilla The Label, Lisa Maree, Lola Vs Harper, Wish Australia, Goldie London, 5two3, Mr Bacon's Beard Oil, The Beach People, For Better Not Worse, Dex, Alice's Pig, Molly Bracken, Darling, Quiltz 4 Pawz, An Old Soul Jewelry, Leah Alexandra, Lanoosh, B Collection, and many more.

Wags and Walks will be on site to host a Dog Fostering Orientation at 11:00 a.m. and Dog Adoption from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Based in Los Angeles, Wags and Walks is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing shelter dogs and finding perfect forever homes that are able to meet each dog's specific needs.  

The CMC established the July 29th event as a means to integrate community-building and social-consciousness into its public fashion events, teaming up with Wags and Walks who shares in the CMC's desire to help increase awareness for the ethical treatment of animals. 

 "Wags and Walks is thrilled to partner with the CMC.  Our goals align seamlessly towards furthering our mission," said Kathryn Hurley, Development Coordinator for Wags and Walks.  "I know this relationship will not only lead to more dogs being adopted, but also stronger educators and advocates regarding the importance of pet rescue.  Plus, what is better than fashion and a puppy kiss!?" 

Additionally, the event will feature a raffle for premium prizes such as Vrai and Oro's Gold Bar Necklace. Raffle tickets will cost $2.00, with all proceeds being donated to Wags and Walks.

Eventgoers will also be treated to a fresh juice station sponsored by downtown's Green Grotto Juice Bar, in addition to a Bai Antoxidant Infusions drink station, plus more to be announced.

"The CMC is very excited to be collaborating with a phenomenal organization like Wags and Walks," said event producer Alyssa Olmstead, Senior Marketing, PR & Retail Relations Manager.  "This is one more way for us to get more involved in our community, and finding a way to build awareness of overcrowded shelters and support dog adoptions through the fashion industry has been extremely rewarding for us.  We have received an enormous outpouring of support from notable companies who share in our desire to make a difference. This is just the first of many more, new community events to come."

Open to the general public, admission to the event is a $5.00 cash donation (per person) with all proceeds being donated to Wags and Walks. The event will be held Friday, July 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the CMC, running concurrently with the Fashion District sample sales that take place every last Friday of the month.

For more information, please visit:  www.cmcdtla.com/wagsandwalks 

September 2016 LA Textile Show Dates (revised dates)

LA TEXTILE CHANGES NEXT SHOW DATE TO SEPTEMBER 26-28, 2016
WHAT		In order to avoid date conflicts with other shows and accommodate its base of regular exhibitors and attendees, LA TEXTILE has rescheduled its next show date to September 26-28, 2016, for the Fall/Winter 2017-18 season.
WHO		LA TEXTILE is the fashion industry's West Coast destination for premier textiles, design & production resources from around the globe. Established in 1993, LA TEXTILE continues to be produced and hosted by the California Market Center (CMC) bi-annually and is open strictly to the trade.
WHEN		New Show Dates: September 26-28, 2016 Hours: Monday-Tuesday, 9:00am-5:00pm Wednesday, 9:00am-4:00pm
WHERE		California Market Center (CMC) 110 East 9th Street Los Angeles CA 90079
QUESTIONS		Website: www.latextiletradeshow.com

High Turn Out at LA Fashion Market Fall 2016

LA Fashion Market Fall 2016 was presented to buyers at the CMC (California Market Center), March 14-17, 2016, with participating showrooms open early on Sunday, March 13, for buyer appointments.  Showrooms and exhibitors reported seeing an unexpected turnout of quality buyers and new accounts, despite the Market’s close proximity to the end of February’s Vegas shows.

“I had a few great accounts come in that I could actually work and enjoy giving the special attention that my accounts need and deserve. Vegas can be overwhelming and orders sometimes are written but not thought out as well as they could have been. We wrote great orders. I also opened new accounts that would not have stopped in to review the line in Vegas,” said Mike Bowling of the Sympli Showroom in Suite A339.

“This Market was amazing because of the quality of retailers, including Revolve, Nasty Gal, Sunny Days, The Finery, Modcloth, and Sahalie,” noted David Perlman of PerlmanRep Showroom in Suite B535.

Other notable retailers in attendance included 7 For All Mankind, A Bit Unruly, A Tropical Affair, Adornments, Amazon.com, Ambiance, Balboa Bay Resort, Brentwood Country Club, Brigade LA, Burro, C.Jane, Camouflage, Canopy Blue, Clover, Costco, Details Boutique, Eighten, Emphatic - Fred Segal, Fairen Del, Forever 21 Inc, Four Seasons Hotel Beverly Wilshire, Fresh Produce, Habit Footwear & Accessories, Hip'tique, Holly Hill, Island Farm, Island Outfitters, Kaitlyn Clothing Inc, La Boutique, LF Stores, M. Fredric, Mamselle,  Manhattan Denim, Marshall Retail Group / Marshall Russo, My Sale Group, Nest, Peppermill Hotel Casino, Perspectives Inc., Phyllisophical, Pink Lagoon, Ruth Waters Fine Fashions, Seaside Gallery And Goods, Seaside Luxe, Seed People's Market, Sole Society, Solestruck, Splendid / Ella Moss, Sunny Days Retail Inc., Swirl, Terra Verde, The LBD Etc., The Red Balloon, Therapy, Tootsies, Tucson Racquet & Fitness Club, Twig & Willow, Upstairs at Pierre Lafond, Verona, W Scottsdale, Wynn Las Vegas, and Zyl Collection, to name a few.

This Market also featured a soft launch for the rebranded ALT (Activewear & Lifestyle Tradeshow) in the CMC’s Penthouse.  The showcase was tightly curated to present retailers with Contemporary activewear and lifestyle collections reflective of the West Coast lifestyle.  Brands included Nux Activewear, Jala Clothing, Sthenos Activewear, Bombshell Sportswear, Cantiq LA Handmade Intimate Apparel, Pheel, Joriki, Aimee M, Bodi Bodi, Mine Label, and J.Lew Bags.  The show attracted an additional mix of fitness studios, resorts, and fashion buyers looking for crossover athleisure collections, including Barre 3, Bhody, Catalina Gear, Gypsy Den Boutique, Harmony Studios, Jag Gym, Luxe Lingerie, Mission Inn Gift Shop, Mn8 Salon & Day Spa, Montage Laguna Beach, New Leaf Skin Care, Nordic Athletes, On Your Feet / Get It Together, Outdoor & Down, Seaside Luxe, Southwestern Yacht Club, Sports 4 U, St Francis Yacht Club, Storm Sports, Studio Den, The Beauty Shack, and The Club, among many others.

“We have had a really good show this week.  Honestly we didn't know who would show up or what to expect since the major markets just passed but to our surprise there was a good flow of quality buyers who have placed nice size opening orders,” said Kristine Marks of Sthenos Activewear & Bombshell Sportswear at ALT.

Sharing space with ALT in the Penthouse, A-wing, was TRANSIT Shoe Show, the footwear resource for LA Fashion Market buyers.  Featuring key footwear brands like The Frye Company, Steve Madden, Vince Camuto, Keds, Seychelles, Matisse, this show also saw the debut of TRANSIT Kids, a new children’s footwear pavilion catering to footwear buyers and buyers visiting the LA Kids Market Showroom on the 6th floor.  Notable brands included Ash Footwear for Kids, Polo Ralph Lauren Kids, Feiyue, Emu Australia, Pedi-Ped, Robees, and others.

Across from TRANSIT and ALT in the Penthouse, B-wing, buyers found the debut of COEUR Accessories, Gifts, Home & Lifestyle Tradeshow at the CMC, featuring Contemporary accessories & lifestyle brands like Zadig & Voltaire, Philo, Jennie Kwon, Chie Mihara, Love Tanjane, and Saint Olio, plus many others.

Rounding out the Market was SELECT Tradeshow, which filled the Fashion Theater in the CMC Lobby with a curated mix of premium brands like Magaschoni, Marcia Moran, Vyda Victoria, Z&L Europe, Hobo Original Bags, Latigo Footwear, Theia Jewelry, and more.

The next Los Angeles Fashion Market is scheduled for June 6-9, 2016, and will again feature SELECT Tradeshow, TRANSIT Shoe Show, TRANSIT Kids, and the LA Kids Market.  Coeur Fall dates to be announced.  

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LA Men's Market October 2014

The show truly is a reflection of the brands and buyers that participate.

The presence of Los Angeles Men’s Market (LAMM) was apparent before entering the California Market Center as new signage and a palpable buzz filled the area surrounding 9th and Main in Downtown LA. Once inside the building, attendees were kindly greeted and clearly directed to AREA4 where the top brands from the Lifestyle, Contemporary, Footwear, Streetwear & Fashion spaces were well prepared with their Summer ‘15 offerings displayed.

The hand selected (120+) brands were carefully divided among showrooms on the floor based on shared common grounds, allowing buyers to either conveniently see each brand based on a specific category or discover a complimentary brand they had not yet bought into. PasSun’s Marketing Manager for Brands, Dani Concepcion, spoke highly of the show saying, “It was a great curation of brands and a fantastic place to view the newest trends from existing to upcoming brands.”

Brands like Obey, Brixton, Nixon, Girl & Publish were paired with Asics, 10 Deep & Jason Markk in rooms alongside the permanent showrooms of Noble Gentleman (Rains, Barney Cools & Zanerobe) & The NTWRK (Herschel, Komono, Native & Brothers Marshall) to increase the overall viability of Downtown Los Angeles as a place to congregate and do business.

The first day boomed with a 30% increase in attendance compared to last year’s Show. Key retailers included Revolve, Active, American Rag, Boarders, Kingswell, Zebraclub, Zumiez, NO Season, Selfridges, Voyager, Milk Made, Stade Co, PacSun, Surfstitch, Tillys, Xtreme Boardshop, Seed Peoples Market, Fred Segal, Hemingway & Pickett, Kitson and many more. Buyers enjoyed the amenities and attended meetings with their top brands.

“It’s a one-stop shop for all things relevant in men’s apparel,” said James Hammonds who buys from 10 Deep, Asics, Blvck Scvle, ourCASTE, Publish & many other LAMM attendees for Revolve Clothing. Day one ended with an over-capacity opening night event at The Standard, Downtown Los Angeles and transitioned smoothly into day two where buyers were quickly rejuvenated by Eggslut, Juice Served Here, Boxed Water and Stumptown Coffee.

“This season’s LA Men’s Market was an overwhelming success on all levels,” said Kellen Roland (founder of LAMM), “the show has established itself as a must attend and exhibit event on the show calendar by elevating the status of Los Angeles within the existing marketplace.” In short, mark your calendar now as the next show is rapidly approaching and they look forward to seeing you again in April of 2015.