Co-location of two outstanding exhibitions to bolster textile industry

16 Apr '09

5 min read

The co-location brings a tremendous and diverse selection together:
The LA International Textile Show brings together a tremendous selection of over 250 leading mills and agents from the US, Europe, Asia, South America and other countries showcasing their latest introductions and innovations in the CMC Penthouse, Floor 13 and in permanent textile and trim showrooms on floors 6B and 7A & B. The selection includes a wide array of textile, trim and service provider offerings in 7 key style categories: Fancy, Tailored, Casual, Innovation, Interiors, Trims, Design & Direction.

Material World & Technology Solutions will feature more than 300 booths of companies housed in the CMC's Fashion Theater, Exhibit Hall and newly created exhibition space on Floor 12C. Bringing together US domestic and regional providers from throughout the Americas, Caribbean, Africa and Asia, the Material World & Technology Solutions exhibitor base will include fabric and trimming suppliers, garment manufacturers, IT solutions, equipment and machinery.

ATTENDEE AUDIENCE
Independently, these events already attract key decision-makers ranging from presidents and manufacturing vice presidents to designers, manufacturers, purchasing agents, branded apparel companies and retailers. Together, these three events will give established attendees, as well as prospective new attendees, even more reasons to shop this expansive one-stop resource.

In addition, both events are backed by significant industry association support and endorsements. The LA International Textile Show partners include the California Fashion Association (CFA), Fashion Group International (FGI), Fashion Business Inc. (FBI), FIDM Alumni Association, and KAMA. As official events of the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), Material World & Technology Solutions are endorsed by the American Apparel Producers Network (AAPN), CFA, National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), National Textile Association (NTA) and Canadian Apparel Federation.

"The California Fashion Association (CFA) is delighted that Material World and the California Market Center (CMC) have agreed to co-locate and co-promote an in-depth sourcing 'experience' for the September 30 – October 2, 2009 'textile week'. Material World brings a successful history of textile show production to Los Angeles; the industry will certainly benefit from the breadth of international exhibitors and the diversity of products and services available at the CMC,” said Ilse Metchek, president, CFA.

EXPANDED EDUCATION, TREND RESOURCES CMC and Urban Expositions will work together to co-promote the three exhibitions. As part of the co-promotional efforts, the two organizations will offer a coordinated, expanded educational conference providing even more of the business, fashion, color and trend presentations that their exhibitions are known for. In addition, the three exhibitions will also feature a jointly-produced Trend Pavilion highlighting up- and-coming fabrics, textures and color forecasts. A number of networking and social events will also be part of the promotional line-up.

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