Show Guide 07
- Published: 26 May 2007 12:09
- Author: Drapers
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- Last Updated: 01 January 2007 00:00
Over the next 10 pages, Drapers presents the essential dates and details for all of next season's most important shows, exhibitions and catwalks
June 5-7
RETAIL SOLUTIONS
NEC, Birmingham
0870 429 4362
www.retailsolutions2007.com
RETAIL HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
Product: retail IT covering everything from sales to security
Who goes: decision makers from independents, multiples and department stores
How long to cover it: one day.
- June 8-9
THE BRITISH FRANCHISE EXHIBITION
SECC, Glasgow
020 8785 2288
www.franinfo.co.uk
FRANCHISING
Product: more than 50 firms with information on franchises in a variety of markets, including fashion
Who goes: anyone looking for retail opportunities and franchises
How long to cover it: half a day
Anything else: a franchising clinic will provide business advice.
- June 16-19
EXPO RIVA SCHUH
Riva del Garda, Fierecongressi, Lake Garda, Italy
00 39 04 64 52 00 00
www.exporivaschuh.it
FOOTWEAR
Product: about half of the 1,000 exhibitors are from Italian firms. The show this season spotlights Brazil, with a dedicated area and business initiatives
Who goes: upper mid-market retailers and multiples looking for own-label goods, forward order and in-season stock
How long to cover it: one day.
- June 20-23
PITTI IMMAGINE UOMO
Fortezza da Basso, Florence
00 44 14 91 61 23 81
www.pittimmagine.com
MENSWEAR
Product: classic, contemporary and casual menswear brands
Who goes: everyone in the menswear sector, from upmarket menswear independents to multiples and department stores
How long to cover it: schedule at least two days if you want to exploit the show's networking opportunities
Anything else: a special event will be held on June 21 with lifestyle brand Diesel.
- June 21-22
KID'S FASHION MODE ENFANTINE
Carrousel du Louvre, Paris
00 32 23 70 60 21
www.kidsfashionfairs.com
KIDSWEAR
Product: European mid-market to top-end kidswear brands
Who goes: mainly mid- to top-end buyers from France and Belgium
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: other editions take place in Antwerp on June 24-25 and Cologne on July 6-7.
- June 23-27
MILAN MEN'S FASHION WEEK
Milan
00 39 02 77 71 081
www.cameramoda.it
MENSWEAR
Product: sharp, directional menswear from big brands such as Burberry Prorsum and Prada
Who goes: buyers from designer indies and department stores
How long to cover it: the catwalks are across five days, but invites are essential.
- June 26-27
INTERFILIURE EVOLUTION DAYS
Le Palais des Congres, Paris
00 33 1 47 56 32 32
www.interfiliere.com
TEXTILES
Product: the latest lingerie textiles from more than 50 brands
Who goes: buyers from chains, department stores, supermarkets and mail-order retailers
How long to cover it: one day.
- June 28-July 1
PARIS MEN'S FASHION WEEK
Paris
00 33 1 42 66 64 44
www.modeaparis.com
MENSWEAR
Product: big fashion players and directional designers, with a more experimental personality than Milan
Who goes: buyers from international department stores and designer independents
How long to cover it: three days.
- June 29-July 2
RENDEZ-VOUS HOMME
Espace Evolution and Espace Rendez-Vous, Paris
00 33 1 47 03 45 06
www.rendez-vous-paris.com
MENSWEAR
Product: high-end contemporary menswear, now including sports and casualwear
Who goes: boutique and department store buyers
How long to cover it: one day.
- June 29-July 2
TRANOI HOMME
Palais de la Bourse, Paris
00 33 1 53 01 84 96
www.tranoi.com
MENSWEAR, footwear, ACCESSORIES
Product: top-end clothing alongside avant-garde pieces
Who goes: mainly buyers from premium department stores and concept stores
How long to cover it: one day.
- June 30-July 1
PITTI IMMAGINE BIMBO
Fortezza da Basso, Florence
00 39 05 53 69 31
www.pittimmagine.com
KIDSWEAR
Product: designer, streetwear and classic kidswear brands, as well as accessories and childcare products
Who goes: as Europe's premium kidswear show, it attracts retailers from worldwide
How long to cover it: two days.
- July 1-4
CHIC FASHION ACCESSORIES
Ricoh Arena, Coventry
0161 437 1943
www.chicuk.com
ACCESSORIES
Product: more than 300 collections from short-order women's accessories labels
Who goes: UK and international buyers from indies and multiples
How long to cover it: one day.
- July 4-6
BREAD & BUTTER BARCELONA
Fira Barcelona, Barcelona
00 49 30 20 00 370
www.breadandbutter.com
STREETWEAR
Product: denim, skate, urban, streetwear and contemporary brands for men, women and kids
Who goes: multiple, indie and department store buyers
How long to cover it: three days to explore the show and the city
Anything else: the show features an exhibition from fashion graduates that will extend to selected stores across the city.
- July 4-6
PITTI IMMAGINE FILATI
Fortezza da Basso, Florence
00 39 05 53 69 31
www.pittimmagine.com
YARNS
Product: knitwear yarns
Who goes: mostly designers from top-level to mid-market brands as well as freelancers
How long to cover it: two days.
- July 8-10
ISPO SPORT AND STYLE
New Munich Trade Fair Centre, Munich
00 49 89 94 91 13 88
www.isposportstyle.com
SPORTSwear, OUTDOORWEAR, sports EQUIPMENT
Product: a mix of large and smaller sports and outdoor labels
Who goes: UK and international buyers from all the multiples, plus independent retailers
How long to cover it: two days
Anything else: renamed from Ispo Summer, the title reflects a renewed focus on fashion.
- July 8-10
PREMIER KIDS
NEC, Birmingham
0870 429 4514
www.premierkids.co.uk
KIDSWEAR
Product: classic and trend-driven ranges covering all areas of the kidswear market, from newborns to teens, including footwear
Who goes: indie, department store and mail order buyers
How long to cover it: two days.
- July 10-13
HONG KONG FASHION WEEK
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
00 85 21 83 06 68
hkfashionweekss.tdctrade.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, KIDSWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: brands from Hong Kong and other parts of Asia
Who goes: mainly Asian visitors, but plenty of overseas buyers also show up
How long to cover it: two or three days
Anything else: the event will also feature seminars and a showcase of international designers.
July 12-15
BERLIN FASHION WEEK
Berlin
00 49 30 62 90 850
www.mercedes-benz fashionweekberlin.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR
Product: commercial German labels, a few international names and some young Berlin designers
Who goes: a mainly domestic contingent, but Premium runs at the same time so overseas buyers may decide it's worth the trip
How long to cover it: three days.
- July 13-15
PREMIUM
The Station, Luckenwalder Strasse, Berlin
00 49 30 62 90 850
www.premiumexhibitions.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: Expect about 700 international collections showing cutting-edge looks, as well as a selection of footwear and accessories
Who goes: buyers looking for unusual, niche product
How long to cover it: two days.
- July 22-24
HERRENMODE DUSSELDORF (HMD)
Messe Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf
00 49 21 14 39 601
www.igedo.com
MENSWEAR
Product: mainstream menswear with a focus on German brands
Who goes: now in its third season, Herrenmode Dusseldorf runs concurrently with CPD, Body Look and Global Fashion, with 34% of total visitors from outside Germany
How long to cover it: one day.
- July 22-24
GLOBAL FASHION
Messe Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf
00 49 21 14 39 601
www.igedo.com
MENSWEAR, WOMENSWEAR, KIDSWEAR, LINGERIE
Product: international suppliers looking for orders from volume buyers and own labels
Who goes: anyone from multiples and manufacturers with responsibility for sourcing
How long to cover it: one day.
- July 22-24
BODY LOOK
Messe Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf
00 49 21 14 39 601
www.igedo.com
underwear, BEACHWEAR, LEGWEAR
Product: swimwear and bodywear brands including Triumph, Panache and Betty Barclay Bodywear
Who goes: mostly specialist underwear retailers, but some fashion retailers and department store buyers also visit
How long to cover it: half a day.
- July 22-24
CPD
Messe Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf
00 49 21 14 39 601
www.igedo.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: mainstream womens- wear and accessories, plus more contemporary brands and occasionwear
Who goes: an international mix of mainstream buyers and womenswear independents
How long to cover it: one day, but Dusseldorf has lots of fashion houses and showrooms to keep you there longer if you wish to extend your stay
Anything else: Herrenmode Dusseldorf, Body Look and Global Fashion all take place at the same time at Messe Dusseldorf. A free shuttle bus whisks visitors to the various showrooms dotted around the city.
- July 22-24
PROJECT NEW YORK
Pier 40, New York
00 1 212 614 7324
www.projectshow.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, FOOTWEAR
Product: sportswear and niche denim labels share the halls with big fashion names including Adidas, Joe's Jeans and Rock & Republic
Who goes: US boutiques as well as UK and European buyers looking for some new blood
How long to cover it: two days.
- July 23-25
BLUE
Pier 92, New York
00 1 212 759 8055
www.enkshows.com
MENSWEAR
Product: premium denim and contemporary collections in a downtown gallery environment
Who goes: mainly buyers from upscale department stores and independents
How long to cover it: two days.
- July 24-26
AIS MENSWEAR
Sheward House, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands
0121 711 2200
www.cranmorepark.co.uk
MENSWEAR
Product: classic and mainstream menswear labels and bridge brands. A good spread of casual and formalwear
Who goes: the show is open to independent retailers that are members of AIS, although non-members from independents, department stores and multiples are invited to attend on the last day
How long to cover it: one day.
- July 29-31
FUTURA FAIR
RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin
00 353 1 291 3721
www.futurafair.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, KIDSWEAR, BRIDALWEAR, FOOTWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: a broad mix of product from across the industry, including mainstream, young fashion and occasionwear
Who goes: aimed at buyers from independent retailers in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland
How long to cover it: two days
Anything else: There is an extended bridal area at this season's edition.
- July 30-August 1
WSA SHOW
Las Vegas Convention Centre, Las Vegas
00 39 02 45 48 38 34
www.wsashow.com
FOOTWEAR, accessories
Product: the largest footwear show in the world with almost 1,600 exhibitors, WSA exhibits the entire spectrum of footwear, from sports to designer brands, as well as accessories
Who goes: multiples and premium independents looking to bring new brands to the UK, plus lots of domestic visitors
How long to cover it: two days at least, although the show is now under one roof this year
Anything else: the event covers more than 2.1 million sq ft, so if it is your first trip it's advisable to ask the European buying office to organise your visit for you.
- July 31- August 1
AIS INDEPENDENT KIDS
Sheward House, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, West Midlands
0121 711 2200
www.cranmorepark.co.uk
KIDSWEAR
Product: mainstream kidswear brands
Who goes: independent buyers who are AIS members, as well as some non-members
How long to cover it: one day.
- July 31-August 3
AIS WOMENSWEAR
Sheward House, Cranmore Avenue, Solihull, West Midlands
0121 711 2200
www.cranmorepark.co.uk
WOMENSWEAR
Product: classic labels including AIS own-brand First Avenue
Who goes: independent retailers who are AIS members
How long to cover it: one day.
- August 5-6
A-FAIR
Waagnatie, Antwerp
00 32 0 32 31 89 93
www.afair.be
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, FOOTWEAR
Product: more than 230 mid- to high-end labels
Who goes: mainly buyers from Belgium and the Netherlands
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: the New Luxury area debuts this season.
- August 5-6
TO BE CONFIRMED (TBC)
The Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London E1
020 7250 1056
www.2beconfirmed.com
MENSWEAR, WOMENSWEAR, FOOTWEAR
Product: young fashion and streetwear looks relevant to the UK market
Who goes: a mostly domestic mixture of buyers from independents, multiples and department stores
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: the show will cover one floor at the venue, rather than last season's three.
- August 5-7
THE PARK LONDON
The Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London E1
01784 245 226
www.the-park.biz
BOARDSPORTS AND STREETWEAR
Product: boardsports, streetwear and T-shirt brands
Who goes: young fashion indies
How long to cover it: half a day, less if working on appointments.
- August 12-14
MODA MENSWEAR
NEC, Birmingham
0870 844 4982 (visitors) 01484 846 069 (exhibitors)
www.moda-uk.co.uk
MENSWEAR
Product: a commercial cross-section of menswear spanning mainstream, lifestyle and some contemporary branded product
Who goes: mainly buyers from multiples, independents and department stores
How long to cover it: one day.
- August 5-7
MODA MANHATTAN
Javits Center, New York
00 1 203 853 6015
www.modamanhattan.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: mid- to upper-end ready-to-wear collections
Who goes: department store buyers and boutique owners
How long: two days
Anything else: Moda Manhattan is run more frequently than other shows - the next edition will be from September 16-18 also in New York.
- August 8-12
COPENHAGEN FASHION WEEK
Copenhagen
00 45 70 20 30 68
www.copenhagenfashionweek.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: brands on the catwalk include By Malene Birger, Baum und Pferdgarten and Elise Gug
Who goes: mainly buyers of premium and contemporary womenswear
How long to cover it: three to four shows take place each day over the four-day event
Anything else: there will be a show space at the City Hall with brands including Rutzou and InWear.
- August 9-12
COPENHAGEN INTERNATIONAL FASHION FAIR (CIFF)
Bella Center, Copenhagen
00 45 32 52 88 11
www.ciff.dk
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, kidswear footwear, ACCESSORIES
Product: mainstream fashion brands and accessories mostly from Scandinavia, with some short-order options
Who goes: buyers on the hunt for some fresh Nordic looks
How long to cover it: one day is enough, but stay for at least two to take in CPH Vision as well.
- August 9-12
CPH VISION
Oksnehallen, Copenhagen
00 45 39 64 85 86
www.cphvision.dk
WOMENSWEAR, menswear, footwear
Product: contemporary, directional and bridge brands sit alongside a young fashion and denim contingent
Who goes: CPH Vision is known for its quirky branded offer that attracts indie and department store buyers from across the UK
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: the show runs at the same time as Copenhagen Fashion Week.
- August 9-12
GALLERY
Forum, Copenhagen
00 45 61 60 35 67
www.gallery.dk
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: contemporary and cutting-edge brands from Scandinavia
Who goes: buyers looking for new-to-the-UK options
How long to cover it: a couple of hours - this is really a pit stop between other shows, but is still well worth a visit.
- August 12-14
MODA ACCESSORIES
NEC, Birmingham
0870 844 4982 (visitors) 01484 846069 (exhibitors)
www.moda-uk.co.uk
ACCESSORIES
Product: the whole gamut of accessories is represented, from watches, precious and costume jewellery to handbags, millinery, scarves, serapes and pashminas
Who goes: buyers from indies, multiples and department stores
How long to cover it: half a day as part of your trip to Moda UK.
August 12-14
MODA FOOTWEAR
NEC, Birmingham
0870 844 4982 (visitors) 01484 846069 (exhibitors)
www.moda-uk.co.uk
FOOTWEAR Product: more than 400 comfort, mainstream and fashion labels for women, men and kids
Who goes: independent retailers
How long to cover it: one day.
- August 12-14
MODA UK
NEC, Birmingham
0870 844 4982 (visitors) 01484 846069 (exhibitors)
www.moda-uk.co.uk
WOMENSWEAR
Product: a wide range of tailoring, occasionwear, casualwear and eveningwear from mainstream womenswear labels
Who goes: independent retailers, as well as department store and multiple buyers
How long to cover it: give yourself at least two days if you want to also visit Moda's accessories, footwear and menswear shows
Anything else: This year's Moda UK Summer Ball will be opened by stars from the BBC TV show Strictly Come Dancing.
- August 12-14
THE PARK MANCHESTER
Plaza Level, Great Northern Building, Manchester
01784 245226
www.the-park.biz
BOARDSPORTS AND STREETWEAR
Product: a mix of streetwear and boardsports brands, similar to the London event
Who goes: young fashion indies
How long to cover it: one day.
- August 23-25
INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL FASHION FAIR
CNR Expo, Istanbul
00 90 21 24 65 74 74
www.cnr-if.com
MENSWEAR, WOMENSWEAR, KIDSWEAR, LINGERIE
Product: a cross section of Turkish ready-to-wear collections
Who goes: independent and department store buyers, exporters and agents
How long to cover it: three days.
- August 27-29
POOL TRADE SHOW
Las Vegas Convention Centre, Gold Lot, Las Vegas
00 1 323 666 5587
www.pooltradeshow.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, FOOTWEAR
Product: having started life as a minimal rail show for the directional boutique market, Pool now accommodates 500 brands including edgy T-shirt specialists and niche womenswear
Who goes: mainly US indies
How long to cover it: half a day.
- August 27-29
PROJECT LAS VEGAS
Sands Expo Convention Centre, Las Vegas
00 1 212 951 6600
www.projectshow.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, FOOTWEAR
Product: top-end boutique and denim brands, many of which are not yet available in the UK
Who goes: US boutique and denim stores, as well as some intrepid UK buyers
How long to cover it: one day.
- August 27-29
MODA LAS VEGAS Exhibit Hall D, The Venetian Hotel, Las Vegas
00 1 212 686 4412
www.modamanhattan.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: ready-to-wear womenswear
Who goes: expect mid- to high-end womenswear boutiques and Magic attendees
Anything else: this is the debut show for Moda in Las Vegas.
- August 27-30
MAGIC
Las Vegas Convention Centre and Las Vegas Hilton, Las Vegas
00 1 877 554 4834
www.magiconline.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, KIDSWEAR, STREETWEAR, ACCESSORIES, SOURCING
Product: mainstream, lifestyle and streetwear labels
Who goes: the show is primarily aimed at the US market, but some buyers from UK department stores and indies make the trip
How long to cover it: a couple of days, but spend at least four days in Vegas to visit Project and Pool.
- August 29-31
THE LIVING ROOM TOKYO
Mori Tower, 40th Floor, Roppongi Academy Hills, Tokyo
020 8216 3109
www.livingroomtokyo.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: contemporary, top-end products, split 50/50 between ready-to-wear and accessories
Who goes: run by Pret a Porter in Paris, the target is department stores and upmarket indies
How long to cover it: one day.
- August 30 - September 5
JAPAN FASHION WEEK
Tokyo International Forum, Tokyo
00 81 90 23 39 80 88
www.jfw.jp
WOMENSWEAR
Product: Japanese catwalk collections and a static exhibition
Who goes: buyers from edgy boutiques looking for hot new talent
How long to cover it: two or three days depending on which shows you want to see
Anything else: JFW runs concurrently with the Tokyo Textiles Exhibition.
- August 31-September 2
SIMM MADRID FASHION WEEK
Parque Ferial Juan Carlos 1 (IFEMA), Madrid
00 34 91 722 30 00
www.simm.ifema.es
WOMENSWEAR
Product: an eclectic range of mainstream ready-to-wear and eveningwear brands
Who goes: mainly domestic retailers, with a growing number of overseas visitors
How long to cover it: one day if your Spanish is up to scratch. The language barrier can be a hurdle.
- September 1-3
INTERFILIURE LYON
Eurexpo, Lyon
00 33 147 56 32 32
www.interfiliere.com
TEXTILES
Product: textiles for lingerie and beachwear designers
Who goes: global lingerie brands, haute couture designers and men's underwear suppliers
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 1-3
LYON MODE CITY
Eurexpo, Lyon
020 8216 3100
www.lyonmodecity.com
LINGERIE, BEACHWEAR
Product: more than 400 lingerie and swimwear exhibitors
Who goes: lingerie and beach-wear specialists, department stores and manufacturers
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: there are new maternity and kids' underwear sections this season.
September 4-6
- MUNICH FABRIC START
MOC, Lilienthalallee 40, Munich
00 49 89 45 22 470
www.munichfabricstart.com
TEXTILES
Product: textiles and trimmings, plus denim in the Blue Zone
Who goes: brands and multiples
How long to cover it: two days.
- September 4-6
SURF SHOP
Westpoint Exhibition Centre, Exeter
01792 365904
www.surfshopexpo.com
BOARDSPORTS CLOTHING AND HARDWARE
Product: boardsports fashion
Who goes: devoted action-sports retailers and young fashion shops
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 4-7
COLLECTION PREMIeRE MOSCOW (CPM)
Krasnaya Presnya Expocenter, Moscow
00 49 211 43 96 01
www.igedo.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, KIDSWEAR, LINGERIE, ACCESSORIES, YOUNG FASHION
Product: all-encompassing trade show for the Russian market
Who goes: mainly buyers and distributors from Russia and the Baltic states
How long to cover it: two days.
August 5-7 MARGIN
Vinyl Factory, Fouberts Place, London W1
07710 330 805
www.margin.tv
STREETWEAR
Product: a directional and edgy mix of up-and-coming brands, plus a selection of more established streetwear labels
Who goes: independents, department stores and a smattering of multiples
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: a dedicated accessories area, called Gild, debuts at this edition.
July 23-25
THE COLLECTIVE
Pier 94, New York
00 1 212 759 8055
www.enkshows.com
MENSWEAR
Product: contemporary and mainstream menswear
Who goes: mainly US buyers
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: more than 500 collections from international menswear labels will be on show.
August 5-7
PURE
Olympia, London W14
0870 429 4504
www.purewomenswear.co.uk
WOMENSWEAR, FOOTWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: more than 800 brands covering womenswear, young fashion, trend-led jewellery, footwear and accessories
Who goes: buyers from premium and mainstream independents, multiples and department stores
How long to cover it: two days
Anything else: this season's show will be the biggest spring edition yet.
August 19-21
HARROGATE LINGERIE AND SWIMWEAR EXHIBITION
Harrogate International Centre, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
020 7973 4670
www.lingerie-show.com
LINGERIE, SWIMWEAR, HOSIERY
Product: 130 exhibitors show up to 380 collections from the lingerie market's main players
Who goes: mainly UK indies, with some department store and multiple buyers
How long to cover it: one to two days
Anything else: the First Time Buyer seminar will take place on August 18.
September 6-9
PRET A PORTER PARIS
Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles, Paris
020 8216 3100
www.pretparis.com
WOMENSWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: 1,500 brands, from mainstream to boutique-focused labels and accessories
Who goes: department stores, multiples and indies
How long to cover it: two days. Neighbouring show Who's Next is well worth including in the trip.
Anything else: there will be a new area for plus-size ranges.
September 2-4
LONDONEDGE AND LONDONCENTRAL
Olympia 2, London, W14
0116 289 8249
www.londonedge.com
STREETWEAR, ALTERNATIVE FASHION
Product: Londoncentral focuses on men's and women's street- wear with skate, hip-hop, surf and hippy influences. London- edge offers alternative fashion and gothic trends
Who goes: streetwear and young fashion indies, plus department stores
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: from July 18-20 Londonedge makes its US debut in New York.
September 5-6
TISSU PREMIER
Grand Palais, Lille
020 7723 8327
www.tissu-premier.com
TEXTILES
Product: mostly mainstream textiles from European exhibitors, with an emphasis on women's and kids' collections
Who goes: designers and buyers from multiples, supermarkets and brands looking for in-season and forward-order textiles
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: the event's trend forum is highly regarded.
- September 5-12
NEW YORK FASHION WEEK
Bryant Park, New York
00 1 212 253 2692
www.mbfashionweek.com/newyork
WOMENSWEAR
Product: ready-to-wear womenswear collections from leading US designers
Who goes: indies, department stores and invite-only celebrities
How long to cover it: shows run all week, so it depends which designers you want to see.
- September 6-9
BIJORHCA ECLAT DE MODE
Paris Expo, Porte De Versailles, Hall 5, Paris
020 8910 7742
www.bijorhca.com
JEWELLERY
Product: designer and costume jewellery
Who goes: buyers from multiple and independent retailers
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 6-9
PREMIERE CLASSE
Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles, Hall 1, Paris
00 33 1 40 13 74 70
www.premiere-classe.com
ACCESSORIES
Product: hats, bags and jewellery from more than 300 brands
Who goes: multiples, department stores and independents
How long to cover it: half a day.
- September 7-9
MIDEC
Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles, Hall 4, Paris
00 33 1 44 71 71 71
www.midec.com
FOOTWEAR
Product: women's, men's and kids' footwear brands, from value to mid-market and luxury labels
Who goes: mostly domestic buyers, but the international contingent is increasing
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 9-10
IMC
Whittlebury Hall, Whittlebury, Oxfordshire
01473 256061
MENSWEAR
Product: formal and casualwear from classic mainstream brands
Who goes: independent retailers that are members of the IMC buying group. Non-members can attend on certain days
How long to cover it: a day.
- September 9-11
BRITISH BRIDAL EXHIBITION
International Centre, Harrogate
0870 744 4989
www.ukbridalshow.co.uk
BRIDALWEAR, OCCASIONWEAR
Product: more than 300 collections catering for brides, bridesmaids and grooms
Who goes: bridal independents and department store buyers from the UK and Europe
How long to cover it: two days.
- September 9-11
TOP DRAWER AUTUMN
Olympia, London
020 7370 8967
www.topdrawerautumn.com
ACCESSORIES
Product: accessories, jewellery, home and gift ideas
Who goes: accessories and jewellery buyers from indies and multiples through to wholesalers and department stores
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 11-13
INTERTEX MILANO
Palazzo dei Stelline, 61 Corso Magenta, Milan
00 39 02 48 01 50 26
www.intertexmilano.it
TEXTILES
Product: textiles from international mills
Who goes: buyers and agents that are in town for Milano Unica
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 11-14
milano unica: IDEABIELLA
Fiera Milano City, Milan
00 39 02 66 10 11 05
www.ideabiella.com
www.milanounica.it
TEXTILES
Product: textiles for men's tailoring from UK and Italian mills
Who goes: designers and buyers from brands and suppliers
How long to cover it: a day.
- September 11-14
milano unica:
IDEACOMO
Fiera Milano City, Milan
00 39 02 66 10 11 05
www.ideacomo.com
www.milanounica.it
TEXTILES
Product: top-end silks and prints for womenswear
Who goes: higher-end designers
How long to cover it: half a day.
- September 11-14
milano unica:
MODA IN
Fiera Milano City, Milan
00 39 02 66 10 11 05
www.modain.com
www.milanounica.it
TEXTILES
Product: spring 08 textiles for womenswear and casualwear
Who goes: high street multiples and brands from across the globe
How long to cover it: a day.
- September 11-14
milano unica:
PRATO EXPO
Fiera Milano City, Milan
00 39 02 66 10 11 05
www.pratoexpo.com
www.milanounica.it
TEXTILES
Product: fabrics for womenswear, menswear and kidswear
Who goes: designers and buyers from multiples, department stores and brands
How long to cover it: a day, but allow time to visit the trends area
Anything else: Prato Expo runs a close-to-season show in Florence from October 17-18.
- September 11-14
milano unica:
SHIRT AVENUE
Fiera Milano City, Milan
00 39 02 66 10 11 05
www.shirt-avenue.com
www.milanounica.it
TEXTILES
Product: high-end men's shirting fabrics for autumn 08
Who goes: premium menswear brands' designers and buyers
How long to cover it: one day, but a visit to neighbouring Ideabiella would be useful for checking out tailoring trends.
- September 14-16
GDS
Messe Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf
00 49 21 14 56 001
www.gds-online.com
FOOTWEAR
Product: mainstream and comfort footwear, plus a new young fashion area
Who goes: European buyers
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 16-17
OFF-PRICE SHOW
Olympia 2, London W14
020 7733 5102
www.offpriceshow.co.uk
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, KIDSWEAR, LINGERIE, FOOTWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: discounted and clearance stock from casual, formal, urban and sports brands
Who goes: independent and multiple buyers, discounters and mail order companies
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 16-23
THE EXHIBITION @ LONDON FASHION WEEK
Natural History Museum, London SW7
0870 112 9088
www.londonfashionweek.co.uk
WOMENSWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: contemporary fashion, jewellery and accessories, as well as an eco-friendly area
Who goes: independents hunting out new talent, plus UK and international buyers
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 17-20
TEXWORLD
Le Bourget Exhibition Centre, Paris
00 33 1 55 26 89 89
www.interstoff.messefrankfurt.com
TEXTILES
Product: mass-market textiles, with the Far East, India and Turkey all well represented
Who goes: brands, retailers and suppliers from over 100 countries
How long to cover it: one day if you know what you are after
Anything else: a new product sector for garments launches this season. There will be more buses from Le Bourget RER station, with the show staying open until 7pm on Monday to Wednesday.
- September 18-20
CLEAR
Javits Center and Show Piers, New York
00 1 212 759 8055
www.enkshows.com
ACCESSORIES
Product: high-end handbags, jewellery, hosiery, hats and shoes Who goes: international indie and department store buyers
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: Clear is held alongside Fashion Coterie.
- September 18-20
FASHION COTERIE
Javits Center and Show Piers, New York
00 1 212 759 8055
www.enkshows.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: top-end womenswear
Who goes: buyers looking for high-end international product
How long to cover it: three days if you want to include Clear and Sole Commerce.
- September 18-21
PREMIERE VISION
Parc des Expositions, Paris
020 7242 1655
www.premierevision.fr
TEXTILES
Product: about 700 mills present textiles for autumn 08
Who goes: a sprinkling of high-profile designers, alongside the buying and design teams from both brands and multiples
How long to cover it: two days
Anything else: the rugby World Cup will be taking place in Paris during the show, so book accommodation early. Premiere Vision's international editions hit New York on July 18-19; Moscow on October 3-4; Shanghai on October 25-26; and Tokyo from October 30 to November 1.
- September 18-21
PREMIERE VISION PLURIEL: EXPOFIL
Parc des Expositions, Paris
020 7242 1655
www.expofil.com
YARNS AND FIBRES
Product: yarns and fibres for spring and autumn 09
Who goes: knitters and weavers, designers and buyers that want to stay on top of technological developments and knit designs
How long to cover it: it's worth dedicating an hour or two.
- September 18-21
PREMIERE VISION PLURIEL:INDIGO
Parc des Expositions, Paris
020 7242 1655
www.indigo-salon.com
TEXTILES
Product: swatches, prints and knits for fashion textiles
Who goes: brands and multiples
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: Indigo is often at its busiest during the opening day, with buyers eager to get ahead of their competitors.
- September 18-21
PREMIERE VISION PLURIEL: MOD'AMONT
Parc des Expositions, Paris
020 7242 1655
www.modamont.com
FASHION SUPPLIES AND TRIMMINGS
Product: all kinds of trimmings, from zips, buttons and buckles to lace, braids, embroidery and cords. Also expect metal and plastic trims, shoulder pads, linings, badges and stickers
Who goes: designers from across the board including brands and multiples
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 19-21
AIS LINGERIE AND LEGWEAR
Sheward House, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, West Midlands
0121 711 2200
www.cranmorepark.co.uk
LINGERIE AND LEGWEAR
Product: middle-market lingerie and legwear brands
Who goes: independent retailers and department stores, mostly AIS members
How long to cover it: a day.
- September 20-23
MICAM
Fiera Milano, Milan
00 39 02 43 82 91
www.micamonline.com
FOOTWEAR
Product: mid- to high-end fashion footwear brands
Who goes: International and European multiples and indies
How long to cover it: at least two days.
- September 20-23
MIPEL
Nuevo Fiera, Milan
00 39 02 58 45 11
www.mipel.com
ACCESSORIES
Product: Mipel is known as 'the handbag show', but also specialises in a variety of leather goods from international and Italian suppliers
Who goes: accessories buyers from multiples and independents that are also visiting Micam
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 27-29
TEXGATE
CNR Expo Centre, Istanbul
00 90 21 24 65 74 75
www.itf-texgate.com
TEXTILES
Product: Turkish textiles, from denim, cotton and linen to silk
Who goes: manufacturers, fabric retailers and wholesalers as well trim, leather and fabric buyers
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 27-30
CLOUD NINE
Via Tortona 58, Milan
00 39 02 86 46 29 19
www.pittimmagine.com
WOMENSWEAR, FOOTWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: cutting-edge and contemporary women's brands
Who goes: buyers from Italy and overseas checking out Milan Fashion Week
How long to cover it: half a day if you're planning to place orders, otherwise just a few hours.
- September 27-30
NEOZONE
Via Tortona 54, Milan
00 39 02 86 46 29 19
www.pittimmagine.com
WOMENSWEAR, FOOTWEAR
Product: niche boutique brands aimed at the youth market
Who goes: domestic and international buyers in town for Milan Fashion Week
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 27-30
WHITE
Via Tortona 27, Milan
00 39 02 42 25 01
www.whiteshow.it
WOMENSWEAR
Product: contemporary and avant-garde womenswear
Who goes: mostly domestic retailers, but international visitor numbers are growing
How long to cover it: one day is enough, but more time is needed if you want to cover the parallel Milan shows.
- September 27-30
MILANOVENDEMODA
Fiera Milano City, Milan
00 39 02 49 971
www.milanovendemoda.it
WOMENSWEAR, ACCESSORIES
Product: more than 300 ready-to-wear and occasionwear brands
Who goes: about 9,000 Italian and international visitors from boutiques and department stores
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 29-October 1
MODACALZADO
Feria de Madrid
00 34 91 72 23 000
www.modacalzado.ifema.es
FOOTWEAR
Product: Modacalzado attracts exhibitors from all segments of the footwear market, including equipment and manufacturing specialists
Who goes: international independents after new brands
How long to cover it: one day.
- September 30-October 2
KENSINGTON SHOE EVENT
Kensington Close Hotel, London W8
020 7937 7618
www.thekensingtonshoe event.co.uk
FOOTWEAR
Product: most brands here are up-and-coming mid- to high-end Spanish and Italian labels such as Jaime Mascaro and Romanelli
Who goes: independent footwear specialists and department stores
How long to cover it: half a day.
- October 2-3
TURKISH FASHION FABRIC EXHIBITION
Olympia 2, Kensington, London
020 3008 5625
www.turkishfabric.com
TEXTILES
Product: a collection of textiles from Turkish mills
Who goes: mostly multiples and supermarkets looking for quick turnarounds across a large range of textiles, as well as brands, suppliers and own-label collections
How long to cover it: half a day.
- October 3-5
FASHION ACCESS
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wanchai, Hong Kong
00 852 2827 6211
www.aplf.com
ACCESSORIES, FOOTWEAR
Product: handbags, footwear, leather goods, luggage and accessories
Who goes: international buyers
How long to cover it: two days.
- October 3-5
INTERSTOFF ASIA essential
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong
00 852 22 38 99 17
www.messefrankfurt.com
TEXTILES
Product: textiles aimed at local manufacturers
Who goes: importers and agents, alongside local manufacturers and designers
How long to cover it: two days.
- October 4-7
RENDEZVOUS FEMME
Le Tapis Rouge and Le Passage du Desir, Paris
00 33 1 47 03 45 06
www.rendez-vous-paris.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: Rendezvous Femme offers a selection of edgy and innovative smaller designer labels from around the world
Who goes: boutique and department store buyers
How long to cover it: one day.
- October 4-7
TRANOI FEMME
Palais de la Bourse, Bourse de Commerce, Paris
00 33 1 53 01 84 96
www.tranoi.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: contemporary, luxury boutique brands
Who goes: the show mainly attracts buyers from boutiques and department stores
How long to cover it: half a day.
- October 5-8
THE BOX
Hotel Lotti, Paris
020 8216 3100
www.pretparis.com
ACCESSORIES
Product: Pret a Porter's accessory show The Box holds its own event alongside Paris Fashion Week. The product has a premium focus
Who goes: department stores and international independents
How long to cover it: it's best to put aside a few hours between catwalk shows.
- October 8-10
LA MAJORS MARKET
California Market Center, Los Angeles
00 1 213 630 3600
www.californiamarket
center.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR, KIDSWEAR
Product: young fashion including denim, streetwear and kidswear
Who goes: key buyers from major US department stores and multiples.
- October 10-11
TEXTILE FORUM
The Vinyl Factory, London, W1
020 7436 6676
www.textileforum.co.uk
TEXTILES
Product: a selection of high-quality fashion fabrics from UK and European mills
Who goes: small to medium-sized designers, manufacturers, fabric specialists and dressmakers
How long to cover it: half a day.
- October 16-18
AIS ACCESSORIES AND TRAVEL GOODS
Sheward House, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands
0121 711 2200
www.cranmorepark.co.uk
ACCESSORIES
Product: bags, belts, jewellery and scarves at mid-market level
Who goes: buyers from independent retailers and department stores
How long to cover it: one day.
- October 26-30
LA FASHION MARKET
California Market Center, Los Angeles
00 1 213 630 3600
www.californiamarket center.com
WOMENSWEAR, MENsWEAR, KIDSWEAR, ACCESSORIES, FOOTWEAR
Product: contemporary and directional womenswear, menswear, and accessories
Who goes: mainly domestic buyers
Anything else: LA Fashion Market holds close-to-season shows on June 8-12 and August 10-14.
- November 6-8
INTERSELECTION
Paris-Nord Villepinte, Paris
020 7723 8327
www.interselection.net
WOMENSWEAR, MENSWEAR
Product: this exhibition brings fast-fashion and forward-order products under one roof
Who goes: multiples, mail order supermarket buyers
How long to cover it: one day.
- November 25-27
MODAPRIMA
Milano Convention Centre, Milan
01491 612381
www.pittimmagine.com
WOMENSWEAr, menswear, KIDSWEAR
Product: this show is geared towards ready-made and private-label collections
Who goes: Italian and European buyers for large-scale distribution multiples and wholesalers
How long to cover it: two days.
November 28-30
CHINA SHOES/CHINA SHOETEC
GD Modern International Exhibition Centre, Houjie, Dongguan
00 852 2811 8897
www.chinashoesexpo.com
FOOTWEAR
Product: more than 700 exhibitors will show leather, textile and synthetic shoes, equipment and technology over a vast exhibition centre
Who goes: retailers, wholesalers, importers and exporters looking to source footwear in Asia
How long to cover it: one to two days.
September 6-9
ATMOSPHERE
Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles, Hall 7, Paris
020 8216 3100
www.pretparis.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: a hotbed of new and established boutique brands
Who goes: department stores and international independents
How long to cover it: one day if you're planning to place orders, otherwise a few hours is enough
Anything else: a second Atmosphere runs alongside Paris Fashion Week from October 5-8.
September 6-9
WHO'S NEXT
Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles, Hall 1, Paris.
00 33 1 40 13 74 74
www.whosnext.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: a contemporary platform for new and established boutique-led brands
Who goes: an international mix of department store and independent buyers. Mainstream buyer numbers are on the rise
How long to cover it: one to two days
Anything else: the show shares its dateline with Pret a Porter.
September 15-20
LONDON FASHION WEEK
Natural History Museum, London SW7
0870 112 9088
www.londonfashionweek.co.uk
WOMENSWEAR
Product: runway shows from established names such as Sir Paul Smith, Betty Jackson and Jasper Conran, plus Topshop-sponsored NewGen designers including Christopher Kane, Gareth Pugh and Marios Schwab
Who goes: UK department store and big boutique buyers, and a growing international crowd
How long to cover it: allow a week to fit in the shows, the exhibition next door, the off-schedule shows and the hotel presentations.
September 17-21
ON/OFF
Royal Academy of Arts, London W1
020 7580 7740
www.thedoll.org/onoff
WOMENSWEAR
Product: running in parallel with London Fashion Week, On/Off provides a catwalk forum and exhibition space for niche labels
Who goes: most of the department store and boutique buyers attending LFW
How long to cover it: one day
Anything else: On/Off will reinstate its two catwalks this season and is working with The Metropolitan Hotel and The Met Bar to provide hospitality packages and a car service for buyers throughout the week.
September 22-29
MILAN FASHION WEEK
Milan Session Centre, Fiera Milano, Milan
00 39 02 77 71 081
www.cameramoda.it
WOMENSWEAR
Product: Milan Fashion Week is a roll-call of top-end designer labels, including Gucci, Prada, Giorgio Armani, Versace, Burberry and Dolce & Gabbana, making Milan the byword for commercial luxury
Who goes: international designer independents and department stores, as well as a scattering of Hollywood stars
How long to cover it: the schedule will open and close with big names so allow a full week to cover the event properly.
September 30-October 8
PARIS FASHION WEEK
Paris
00 33 1 42 66 64 44
www.modeaparis.com
WOMENSWEAR
Product: high-end catwalks from designers such as Christian Dior, Alexander McQueen and Balenciaga
Who goes: designer independent and department store buyers, the world's media and a front row of film and music stars
How long to cover it: check the final schedule to plan your visit as shows are spread over nine days.
