Fashion Resources
California Gift Show
(678) 285-EXPO (3976)
www.californiagiftshow.com
dvongal@urban-expo.com
Products and Services: Urban Expositions seized the opportunity to acquire the California Gift Show in 2013 to accelerate efforts to rebuild the Southern California gift market's brand as a leading trend, product, and style resource. The company continues to pour significant resources into bringing a fresh, vibrant show to the region's substantial buyer base. And it's working. The new, improved show is building momentum. This July you'll see even more resources than ever before as the California Gift Show's temporary exhibits at the Los Angeles Convention Center (July 19–22, 2013) come together with the permanent showrooms at the LA Mart (July 17–22, 2013) to present LA Gift & Home Market Week.
COAST
175 Varick St.
New York, NY 10014
(646) 568-3541
Fax: (866) 485-8650
www.coastshows.com
Contact: Denise Carroll
denise@coastshows.com
Services: In January 2006, COAST premiered in Miami, Florida, under the watchful eye of trade show maven Karen Bennett and since then has become one of the most talked-about shows in an already crowded show calendar. Based on strong word of mouth from retailers and brands alike, COAST has quickly become a force to be reckoned with and has entered the Chicago market to equal success. COAST has rapidly become a global trade show by tapping into international markets and designers from around the world. As COAST continues to offer the latest trends, Ms. Bennett's eye for fashion will serve as a gateway, bridging international designers and retailers.
Cooper Design Space
860 S. Los Angeles St.
Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 627-3754
info@cooperdesignspace.com
www.cooperdesignspace.com
Services: The Cooper Design Space, at the corner of Ninth and Los Angeles streets in the heart of L.A.'s Fashion District, hosts a space that embraces cross-pollination among L.A. lifestyle businesses in fashion, media arts, and publishing. The building is 11 stories tall and, having been built in 1927, represents the city's history of creative commerce. It's a space that encourages fluidity across functions by offering an event venue, offices, and showrooms in a single location. Upcoming market dates are March 11–14.
Dallas Market Center
2100 Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 655-6100 or (214) 744-7444
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
Services: Dallas Apparel & Accessories Markets are held five times each year at Dallas Market Center. As the economy warms up, Dallas continues to welcome thousands of buyers to each market, 70 percent of whom don't shop other apparel marketplaces. Likewise, the Dallas Market Center has recently added additional key rep groups/lines from California to further establish itself as a destination for the leading edge of fashion. For the latest news and upcoming market dates, visit our website.
Henry Hanger
1-877-HenryLA
(213) 747-6141
www.henryhanger.com
Products and Services: Henry Hanger is a manufacturer of garment hangers and has specialized in providing tailored solutions based on a customer's individual needs for over 80 years. Product lines include custom and stock woods, acrylic plastic, and fabric-padded and metal hangers. New lines include several types of non-slip wood hangers and a variety of new wood and metal styles. The company has two showrooms in New York and Los Angeles, as well as domestic production and overseas operations.
Impulse California
939 South Broadway - #200
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Attn: Emil Ganjian
(213) 683-1010
www.impulsecalifornia.com
Products and Services: Emil Ganjian, president and founder of the Impulse California women's clothing company, along with brother Jack, knows exactly for whom he is designing. She wants to look stylish, she is not afraid to make a bold color or design statement, and she wants clothes that accentuate the positive—clothes that make her feel good. These are the tops and bottoms that the 20-year-old Impulse California produces. "The silhouettes are always flattering, always very detailed, and the fabric we use makes a lot of difference," Ganjian says. Another advantage Impulse California has is that its garments are entirely manufactured in Los Angeles. Samples and all cutting are done at the downtown factory, and all sewing is completed within five miles of downtown. Even the hangtags are printed in California. "It's much easier for us," says Ganjian. "We can respond quicker to changes, we can quickly bring product to market in two weeks. Our customers love that. That's why they come to us—they know they are guaranteed in season they will have replenishment quickly.
Jacob Holston
860 S. Los Angeles St., Suite 932
Los Angeles, CA 90014
www.jacobholston.com
info@JacobHolston.com
Contact: Nelson Nunes
(626) 327-5120
Products and Services: Launched in 2010, Jacob Holston was conceived out of a love for knitwear, travel, and adventure, with the goal of subtly pushing the boundaries of what men wear everyday combined with the belief that menswear can be timeless and luxurious, yet rugged and affordable. The key inspiration for the Fall '13 collection was a trip to the UK, and more specifically, London, with the finely tailored clothing and touches of color as well as the exciting street style layered with classic everyday pieces. The current collection is comprised of a wide variety of high-quality knits, tailored pants, rugged yet refined outerwear, and our new flannel and plaid sport shirts. In particular, the collection is highlighted by a unique mixed color yarn whereas two different color yarns are knitted together, giving the garment a unique look and feel. This yarn was used to spearhead the street-style portion of the collection, giving classic pieces like shawl collar cardigans, raglan pullovers, and hooded sweatshirts that edgy yet classic look that is UK streetwear. Jacob Holston ranges in price from $35 to $135 and is available at Wool & Whiskey, Zar Clothier, Zeni and other fine menswear boutiques in addition to the Jacob Holston website.
