Bringing more star power than ever to Miami, the 32nd annual Swimwear Association of Florida’s SwimShow, with the support of the Miami Visitor and
Convention Authority, will feature over 500 swimwear designers renowned
throughout the industry for their
elite talent. The SwimShow, the industry’s most prestigious, largest and
longest-running show, starts the buying season for the entire industry; this
year’s summer show will include more top swimwear brands and designers from
across the globe from July 19-22, 2014.
Top designers Boys +
Arrows, Elizabeth Hurley, Jen's Pirate Booty, Heidi Klein, Badgley Mischka,
Melissa Odabash and Wildfox are some of the highlights of the upcoming
show.
“Incorporating the best
designer brands, the largest crowds and the best swimwear fans, the SwimShow
continues to grow in prestige and designer participation,” said SwimShow
Executive Director, Judy Stein. “We absolutely love hosting this event and
appreciate how these designers and brands trust us to put on the best swim show
in the world.”
Some of the designer
brands that were featured in last summer’s show include A. Che, Agent
Provocateur Sunglasses, Agua Bendita, Agua de Coco, Amanda Wakeley, Ank, Anna
Kosturova, Badgley Mischka, Beach Bunny, Betsey Johnson, Caitlin Kelly, Cecilia
Prado Mare, Cia Maritima, Cynthia Rowley, DSQUARED2, Eberjey, Gottex, Issa
London, Jo De Mer, L*Space by Monica Wise, Lauren Moffatt, Lauren Ralph Lauren,
Lenny Niemeyer, Maryan Mehlhorn, Matthew Williamson, Melissa Odabash, Nanette
Lepore, OndadeMar, Seafolly, Shoshanna, Suboo,Trina Turk, Vitamin A, Adriana
Degreas, BCBGMAXAZRIA and many, many more. SwimShow 2014 also included special
appearances by designers Betsey Johnson and Nanette Lepore at the trade
show.
“We love to showcase
the newest, hottest looks from the best designers in the industry at this
one-of-a-kind event, and this year’s show will be more prestigious and prominent
than ever,” continued Stein. “As always, we look forward to launching the buying
season with a fashionable flourish and four incredible days of
celebration.”
More than 8,500
members, buyers, and guests from 60 countries attended the SwimShow 2013, which
encompassed 400,000 square feet to meet demand for interest in the best brands,
designers and swimwear sensations. Thanks to new designers and ongoing interest
in the swimwear industry, this year’s show is expected to be bigger and better
than ever. The can’t-miss SwimShow 2015 will take place again at the Miami Beach
Convention Center.
SwimShow is the premier
resource for buyers from all swimwear categories, and caters to designer
boutiques, resort shops, specialty stores, surf shops, department stores, mass
merchants and more. This global trade show includes buyers, manufacturers,
designers, corporate personnel, press, bloggers, fashion consultants, stylists
and other fashion industry leaders. SwimShow features a variety of iconic
women’s, men’s and children’s swimwear companies.
This year, SwimShow has
again partnered with Miami Beach Convention Authority to offer increased access
to the endless possibilities of South Beach with negotiated rates at a range of
hotels, complimentary transportation, and an onsite concierge. Full of activity,
events and shopping, South Beach has an amazing synergy with the swimwear
industry as a premier resort destination with designer boutiques, world-class
hotels, five-star dining, beautiful beaches, and captivating
nightlife.
By the way, Apparel Search had also written about this event back in September 2013. The above article is an update regarding the swimwear event. If you are interested in reading about the previous years event, you can check the SwimShow article from December 2012 on the Runway Fashion blog.
By the way, Apparel Search had also written about this event back in September 2013. The above article is an update regarding the swimwear event. If you are interested in reading about the previous years event, you can check the SwimShow article from December 2012 on the Runway Fashion blog.
About the Swimwear
Association of Florida
Founded in 1982, the
Swimwear Association of Florida produces and organizes SwimShow, the
longest-running and largest annual swimwear trade show. Located at the Miami
Beach Convention Center, the event features over 2,500 lines, attracts
thousands of attendees and is recognized as a global industry leader in trends,
news and business transactions. For more information, please visit www.swimshow.com
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