SwimShow Expands with a Big
Splash in 2014
Creating a huge summer splash with the
biggest swimwear industry trade show yet, the 32nd annual SwimShow is expanding
again, filling all four halls and incorporating a whopping 550,000 square feet
of exhibition space in the Miami Beach Convention Center.
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With
the support of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, the industry’s
most prestigious, longest-running and largest event in the world will showcase
the best swimwear brands and designers from across the globe July 19-22, 2014 in Miami
Beach, Fl.
“Every
year, the excitement and anticipation continues to build for the world’s most
successful swim event, and this year is going to be amazing,” said SwimShow
organizer Judy Stein. “With more exhibition space, more outstanding brands, more
special events, more top-notch designers and more wonderful attendees, we are
looking forward to the best show yet this summer.”
In
addition to the ongoing exhibit in the Miami Beach Convention Center, special
events for the 2014 SwimShow include seminars on the latest swimwear and
lifestyle trends, Swim Lounge Happy Hour, the exclusive fashion show and after
party, a daily breakfast bar and networking, High Tea service every afternoon
and a slew of very special suprises!
Some of
the designer brands to look forward to include A. Che, Agua Bendita, Agua de
Coco, ále by Alessandra, Amuse, Angel & Miosotti, Ank, Anna Kosturova,
Badgley Mischka, Barraca Chic, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Beach Bunny, Betsey Johnson,
Caitlin Kelly, Cecilia Prado Mare, Cia Maritima, Dfly, DSQUARED2, Eberjey,
Gottex, Gypsy 05, Jen's Pirate Booty, L*Space, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Lenny
Niemeyer, LeSwim, Magaschoni, Maryan Mehlhorn, Melissa Odabash, Meskita, Mink
Pink, Nanette Lepore, OndadeMar, Robyn Lawley, Seafolly, Shoshanna, Tori Burch,
Trina Turk, Vitamin A, Wildfox, and many, many more.
“Adding
to the fun of the always sizzling SwimShow, this year’s showcase will highlight
more of the finest women’s, men’s children’s, resort and lifestyle, and
accessory collections from across the globe,” continued Stein. “With the
industry’s best designers and buyers, the SwimShow is a wonderful celebration of
the swimwear industry at its finest.”
More
than 8,500 attendees from 60 countries attended last year’s SwimShow, which
added over 150,000 square feet to meet demand for
interest in hot new brands, designers and swimwear sensations. The additional of
yet another 150,000 square feet to this year’s show is a testament to the
strength and growth of both the industry as a whole and the SwimShow as a
launching pad for brands to debut their new collections.
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.
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 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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