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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