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No Spanx…No Thanks

October 31st, 2007 Ralinda Harvey

Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at PhotobucketI was traveling to Paris last week with a very good and very very curvaceous friend of mine who’d left something very very crucial at home.

I left my “Spanxs!” she frantically exclaimed. Huh? Well of course I’d heard of them they’re the footless pantyhose that have been so impeccably branded and promoted they’re in a league of their own. Certainly my dear friend had enough sense to realize they are just pantyhose…they could easily be replaced.

Well unfortunately the long flight may have shaken some of her marbles a loose. My friend explained she wears Spanx every single day and they were the only things that put her hips “under control.” She wouldn’t think of spending her European vacation without them. Knowing the power of branding the way I do…my reaction “You couldn’t be serious?” but at the same time “You probably are.”

So we hit the road…not to see the Eifle Tower, The Louve or to stroll the Champs Elysees…. we were on a hunt for Spanx. Many stores…. confused salespeople and evil looks from me later she reluctantly purchased a “tummy control,” girdle…the kind that have been around forever. As far as I could see they controlled her hips more than enough.

Spanxs essentially created a category of one. They transcend control top footless pantyhose into the only “real Spanks,” you could buy. Was it the fun name…the cute packaging….or the clever tagline of “power panties.” (more…)

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Apparel and Textile Associations and Organizations D-I

May 21st, 2007 Fashionista

Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at PhotobucketDigital Printing & Imaging Association (DPI) members are at the forefront of companies that embrace the promise of new technology and play an important part in creating an ongoing imaging revolution. From digital printers to screen printers to photo labs;textile printers to reprographic shops, the benefit of DPI membership is the same. They are associated with Screen Printing & Graphic Imaging Association International (SGIA)

URL: http://www.dpia.org/

Embroidery Trade Association [ETA] (USA) : Non-profit membership organization for professionals and companies in the North American embroidery industry. Link to trade show calendar, educational materials, buyers guide and federal trade database.
The mission of Embroidery Trade Association is to strengthen the commercial embroidery business through member education, representation, networking, research and consumer outreach.
URL: http://www.embroiderytrade.org/

European Apparel and Textile Organization (Euratex) : Acts on behalf of the textile and clothing industry with the EU institutions on matters of common interest.
URL: http://www.euratex.org/

European Association of Textile Polyolefins : EATP is the European Association established to promote and develop the interests of manufacturers of Textile Polyolefins. (more…)

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Apparel and Textile Associations and Organizations

May 18th, 2007 Fashionista

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American Apparel Manufacturers Assn (AAMA) : They are now called American Apparel and Footwear Association. See below for listing.
URL: http://www.apparelandfootwear.org

American Apparel and Footwear Association / Fashion Association / (AAFA) : was established August 2000 through a merger of the American Apparel Manufacturers Association (AAMA), Footwear Industry America (FIA) and the Fashion Association (TFA). The national trade association’s combined membership currently accounts for more than $225 billion in annual U.S sales.
URL: http://www.apparelandfootwear.org/

American Apparel Producers’ Network : Non-profit trade group and network of producers of American-made apparel.
URL: http://meanwhile.com/?domain=usawear.org&

The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) : The charitable and scientific mission of this foundation is to sponsor educational symposia, seminars, and workshops to develop skills of individuals, to fund original research in textile science and to provide scholarship money and award programs in the support of worthy students.
URL: http://www.aatcc.org/
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Fabric and Fiber Shows

April 26th, 2007 Fashionista

The following is a list of Fabric and Fiber Trade shows for Designers, Retailers, and Manufacturers.

Adsale (Chinese) : With over 20 successful years of staging international exhibitions in China and Asia, Adsale’s market sensitivity and attention to clients’ needs have made it a widely recognized leader in its field.

Dallas Fabric Show The Fabric Show features over 160 mills and coverters of decorative fabrics, laces, trims, leather, and related supplies. Held twice a year, this temporary show caters to the diverse needs of the apparel, bedding, drapery, furniture, gift and accessory item, luggage, slip cover, tabletop and related sundry manufacturers who buy by the bolt. (more…)

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Children’s Clothing Trade Shows

April 25th, 2007 Fashionista

Americasmart (Atlanta) : Beginning January 2003 during the scheduled apparel/accessories market, AmericasMart will continue its tradition of trade show excellence by offering a brand new temporary show floor for apparel, accessories, shoes, children’s wear, loungewear and gift-related products.

The Apparel Sourcing Show: Since 1991,The Apparel Sourcing Show
is the only international show specialized in the apparel and textile industry in the CBI region. The CBI ranks as number ONE supplier to the U.S.A. Apparel market. Year by year, the most important industry suppliers of specialized machinery and technology, textiles (more…)

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Overview Of China fashion industry

April 17th, 2007 Fashionista

By Gerry Ong

The Chinese economy continues its dynamic performance, averaging around 10% growth for the last 5 years. As barriers to entry are reduced, more and more businesses are considering their entry into China. This is in an effort to capture some percentage of the returns generated by China’s 1.3 billion consumers.

This report is intended to provide fashion retailers, who are planning to enter China for the first time, with an overview of the Chinese fashion industry. In addition, the reports act as a quick update for companies who have already entered China as it touches on the industry, trends, brands available, wholesale and retail pricing, type of clothing cutting preferred, consumer behavior and updated regulations. A key challenge when entering China is the different regions in China. Consumer behaviour and preferences for food, fashion and lifestyle vary
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UK & Ireland Linen Manufacturers, Wholesalers and Hire (short list)

April 16th, 2007 Fashionista

The Linen Hire has been established for over six years and is situated in the heart of North Manchester. From supplying local caterers with only white linen, they have 26 standard colors numerous printed fabrics ranging from musical notes, to animal prints, brocades, velvets, lames and organzas to make your event extra special.They offer a delivery and collection service throughout the UK

Speciality Linens European market leader in the Hire of Luxury Banqueting Chair Covers & Table Linens. From the creation of Europe ‘s first Banqueting Chair Cover to pioneering the introduction of pure colour, floor length round banqueting linen, Speciality linens have stood at the forefront of the wedding and event chair cover and table linen
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