California Apparel News

DG Expo Fabric & Trim Show features a two-day textile and trimmings exhibit for designers, small manufacturers (producing apparel, accessories, home furnishings, and other sewn products), plus private-label retailers, fabric stores, event/party planners. Exhibitors are wholesale suppliers (including mills, converters, importers, and distributors) who have low minimums, and many have in-stock fabric and trims. And... seminars focused on business growth and profitability, plus textile classes! The next show takes place in San Francisco —on Sunday, November 24th & Monday, November 25th. Seminars begin a day prior to the show opening. Visit our website for details and to register. www.dgexpo.net, info@dgexpo.net or (212) 804-8243.

Buhler Quality Yarns Corp. – Get more than just yarn. In addition to the industry’s best yarn, we provide unsurpassed technical support, transparency, and 20+ years of supply chain partnerships. Our US-based facilities allow for quicker delivery and agile responsiveness to market trends. Known throughout the industry for consistency, our products are certified safe by Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, which include Supima Cotton, MicroModal® Edelweiss, Micro TENCEL®, and various blends. Visit our new website at www.buhleryarn.com. (706) 367-9834, sales@buhleryarns.com

Sun State Trade Shows, LLC, is a company that organizes and promotes wholesale trade shows in Mesa, Arizona (for January Market), and Phoenix, Arizona, and San Diego, California. We feature clothing lines for missy, junior, and contemporary sizes: petite to plus. We also feature accessories, shoes, hats, and gifts from the moderate to better price range. Upcoming show dates are Jan. 5–7 (Arizona Apparel, Accessories, Shoes & Gift Show at the Mesa Convention Center). For more information, visit www.arizonaapparelshow.com or www.sandiegoapparelshow.com or email info@arizonaapparelshow.com or chinds@sandiegoapparelshow.com.

As the oldest privately held factoring company in the Southwest, Goodman Factors provides recourse and nonrecourse invoice factoring for businesses with monthly sales volumes of $10,000 to $2 million. Services include invoice and cash posting, credit and collection service, and cash advances on invoices upon shipment. Due to its relatively small size and centralized-management philosophy, its clients often deal directly with company management/ownership. Its size also enables it to provide flexible arrangements and quick decisions. (877) 4-GOODMAN, www.goodmanfactors.com

Indigo reveals the best in creative textile and surface designs Feb. 18–20 in Paris, Parc díExpositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte, Hall 5. Discover a selection of 200 exhibitorsÇ original design concepts, and the Indigo influences wall, presenting the seasonal trends. Other Indigo dates are Jan. 14–15, April 8–9 and July 22–23 in New York for the fashion edition, and Sept. 9–11 in Brussels with the home edition of the show. www.indigo-salon.com

The OFFPRICE Show in Las Vegas serves the retail industry as a dynamic order-writing show that connects apparel retail buyers with the leading off-price specialists carrying 20 to 70 percent below wholesale prices on clothing, accessories, footwear, and more. Taking place at the Sands Expo at Venetian/Palazzo Feb. 16–19, with over 500 exhibitors throughout the 130,000 square-foot show floor, attracting more than 11,000 industry professionals, it is the largest off-price show in the country. Many national and regional retailers—such as Conway, Citi Trends, and Beall’s—actively shop each and every OFFPRICE Show. No matter what kind of the latest fashions you’re seeking—men’s, women’s, children’s, accessories, or swimwear—you’ll find it all at the OFFPRICE Show! For more information, check out our website. www.OffPriceShow.com

Come and visit the Hong Kong Trade Development Council’s Hong Kong Pavilion at Sourcing at MAGIC in Las Vegas. Unique value through quality, creativity, reliability, and sophistication. A statutory body established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is the international marketing arm for Hong Kong–based traders, manufacturers, and service providers. Our mission is to create opportunities for Hong Kong companies. With our network of more than 40 offices worldwide and the city’s natural business advantages, we provide a range of services to help global trade and promote Hong Kong as a platform for doing business with China and throughout Asia. www.hktdc.org, los.angeles.office@hktdc.org or (213) 622-3194

Simparel Inc® has become the fastest-growing fashion and apparel manufacturing software solution provider in the North American marketplace. With an advanced, industry-specific ERP solution like Simparel, fashion-related businesses can experience a range of long-awaited benefits driven by a unified, technically advanced platform—including real-time visibility into inventories, orders, and production processes; smoother and more cost-effective operations; organization-wide collaboration; improved decision-making; and higher levels of customer satisfaction. (212) 279-5800, www.simparel.com or info@simparel.com

Established in 1994, Hana Financial is a commercial finance company specializing in traditional factoring, trade finance, and international factoring. Additionally, it provides SBA loans and residential mortgage loans. Hana Financial has successfully transformed itself from a local start-up, primarily serving a niche market of Southern California, to a nationwide firm garnering businesses from all across the nation. It operates in over 28 industries in four countries, with locations in Los Angeles, New York, Seattle, Chicago, and Denver. It’s also a member of Factors Chain International. (213) 240-1234, www.hanafinancial.com

The next edition of Première Vision, the World’s Premier Fabric Show, will be held Feb. 18–20 at Parc d’Expositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte. Three days to discover the collections of some 780 weavers from all over the world, innovations, trends and main directions for Spring Summer 15. A hub for business and inspiration. Next Première Vision shows will take place Jan. 14–15 in New York, Jan. 21–22 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and March 5–6 in Shanghai, China. www.premierevision.com

COEUR (French for “heart”) is the premiere fashion accessories, gifts, home, and lifestyle show that highlights brands straight from the hearts of national and internationally respected designers and contemporary labels. This twice-yearly event, which takes place in New York and Los Angeles, centers around a core (“COEUR”) of well-manicured, curated collections featuring tasteful, classic, and timeless pieces from established lines ideal for artful sophisticates, bohemians, and targeted stores invited to attend. Upcoming dates are Feb. 22–23, 2014, in New York and March 17–19, 2014, in Los Angeles. www.coeurshow.com

Gerber Technology offers a complete suite of computer-aided design and manufacturing systems for the apparel and sewn-goods industries. These include the industry-leading AccuMark® pattern design, grading, and marker-making software, Vstitcher™ 3D pattern draping software, automated nesting, and textile spreading systems, as well as single- and multi-ply GERBERcutters. Gerber also offers YuniquePLM™ product lifecycle management software, which helps retailers, brand owners, and manufacturers manage all of the details associated with their products from concept to consumer and enables them to communicate and collaborate more effectively with their global partners. Gerber Technology supports 25,000 customers, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, in 130 countries around the world. (800) 826-3243 or www.gerbertechnology.com

ENK is the most exclusive trade show producer in the United States, with a series of trade exhibitions that include nearly 10,000 design companies in New York City and Las Vegas. ENK shows attract 250,000 domestic and international buyers and press yearly, producing sales of over $1 billion. Currently, ENK produces 16+ annual exhibitions, including Coterie, Accessorie Circuit, Intermezzo Collections, Children’s Club, and ENKVegas. www.enkshows.com

First Captial’s Western Region is a specialized commercial finance company positioned to enable entrepreneurs to achieve their goals through working capital lines of credit in the form of factoring agreements and inventory loans. Our team of professionals is committed to understanding your business plan and providing timely and consistent funding decisions. Our size and scope make First Capital the preferred working capital partner—small enough to build deep personal relationships and big enough to deliver the ideal solutions. (213) 412-1540 www.FirstCapital.com

Surf Expo is the longest-running and largest boardsports and beach/resort lifestyle trade show in the world. Produced in January and September the show draws buyers from specialty stores, major resorts, cruise lines, and beach rental companies across the U.S., the Caribbean, Central and South America, and around the world. Surf Expo features approximately 2,500 booths of apparel and hardgoods and a full lineup of special events, including fashion shows, annual award ceremonies, and demos. The show attracts more than 27,000 attendees and was recently named Fastest-Growing Attendance Show by Trade Show News Network. Surf Expo will be held January 9–11, 2014, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando Florida. The show has been chosen as the official kickoff for the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Bruce Brown’s iconic film “The Endless Summer.” www.surfexpo.com

Five seasons a year, buyers from around the globe flock to the California Market Center (CMC) for Los Angeles Fashion Market, the West Coast’s premier destination for thousands of apparel, gift, and lifestyle collections displayed in hundreds of the CMC’s showrooms and featured trade shows. Our array of resources includes SELECT Contemporary Tradeshow, TRANSIT LA Shoe Show, LA Kids Market, and the Gift, Home & Design showcase. L.A. Fashion Market at the CMC now offers visiting retailers and brands more show options then ever to exhibit in and shop from. (213) 630-3600, www.californiamarketcenter.com

This winter, the California Gift Show will be the center of attention for retailers across the nation seeking the unique designs and innovative styles that Southern California has to offer. That’s because the January 31 – February 3, 2014, edition will be the only winter timeframe to see the temporary booths at the Los Angeles Convention Center and to take advantage of a full roster of buyer amenities, including discounted hotel rates, free parking, business-building seminars, and more. “Since this will be retailers’ only opportunity to see temporaries in Southern California this winter, we’re pulling out all the stops to ensure that they enjoy the best possible buying experience,” explains Doug Miller, president, Urban Expositions. “Since acquiring the California Gift Show in 2013, we have focused our efforts on bringing back the top-name lines and innovators that once defined the Southern California gift show marketplace. The word is spreading and buyers are coming back to see the fresh, fashion-forward mix that promises to differentiate their stores from the others. Our Winter 2014 edition promises to be the best yet, with even more new resources to explore.” Visit www.californiagiftshow.com

Bibby Financial Services is a worldwide market leader in business cash-flow solutions to small and medium-sized companies. With offices in eight North American cities and 14 countries around the world, its product portfolio includes accounts receivables finance, purchase order finance, and specialist expertise in the apparel industry. It is an approved lender for the Export-Import Bank’s working capital guaranty delegated authority program. Bibby Financial Services is a subsidiary of a 204-year-old privately held company based in the United Kingdom. Whether you are a start-up or an established company with sales volumes over $60 million, Bibby Financial Services can offer you fast, flexible funding solutions to help grow your business. (877) 88-BIBBY, www.bibbyusa.com, or sales@bibbyusa.com

Fashion Market Northern California is celebrating its seventh year at the San Mateo Event Center with its upcoming Market—Jan. 26–28. The easy-to-shop Fashion Market is the largest open-booth show on the West Coast, with over 2,000 clothing and accessories lines. Our exhibitors are from every category: European to contemporary to updated to juniors lines, plus a wide range of classic to trend accessories. Every market offers complimentary continental breakfast, lunch coupons for buyers, and coffee and cookies in the afternoon—another plus! The buzz is this is the show to attend! The San Mateo Exhibit Center is a convenient location approximately 10 miles south of SFO, easily serving all of Northern California, Northwestern and Rocky Mountain states’ retailers. We have introduced “Monday late shopping night.” Miss the evening traffic commute and enjoy complimentary wine or beer 4–7 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Monday 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Tuesday free parking all day for retailers 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. closing. Other 2014 dates are April 11–13 (this show has a Friday start day), June 22–24, Aug. 24–26, and Oct. 19–21. Visit our new website with expanded, easy-to-use show and exhibitor information. (415) 328-1221, info@fashionmarketnorcal.com, www.fashionmarketnorcal.com

Modamont, the international trimmings and components show for fashion and design, gathers twice a year in Paris more than 300 international exhibitors proposing a collection of buttons, buckles, textile and metallic trims, labels, packaging, components for jewelry, and also more than 25,000 buyers looking for creative and innovative products. Modamont will be held in Feb. 18–20 at Paris-Nord Villepinte. visiteurs@modamont.com or www.modamont.com

The International Textiles Expo is your source for fabrics, notions, trimmings, patterns, and supplies in the apparel/accessories, home décor, quilting, and gift industries. Serving the needs of independent manufacturer and retail fabric stores, the show is held twice a year in Las Vegas. Our next shows will be March 17–19, 2014, at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas and Oct. 6–8, 2014, at Ballyís Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Visit our website for updated information on future shows. (516) 596-3937, www.textileshows.com

Register now for Texprocess Americas 2014, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, May 13-15, 2014. Texprocess Americas is the largest North American trade show displaying Equipment, Software and Technology for the Development, Sourcing and Production of Sewn Products. Meet with leading international manufacturers presenting their latest machines, processing, and services for the sewn-products and technical textiles industry. www.texprocessamericas.com or (770) 984-8016 x 428

CURVExpo™ is the only show in North America solely dedicated to designer lingerie, swimwear, and men’s underwear. CURVExpo™ will be presenting Fall/Winter 2014 collections of over 350 brands at CURVENV Las Vegas Feb. 17–18, 2014, at the Venetian Hotel & CURVENY New York on Feb. 23–25, 2014, at the Javits Center North. For more information, visit www.curvexpo.com or call us at (212) 993-8585.

Register now for North America’s largest apparel fabrics show! Texworld USA is a key resource for fabric buyers, R&D, product development, designers, merchandisers, and sourcing executives. Your Texworld USA registration gives you access to the International Apparel Sourcing Show, featuring contract manufacturing, private label, and ODM resources Jan. 21-23, Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, N.Y. www.texworldusa.com

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. (214) 655-6100 or (214) 744-7444, www.dallasmarketcenter.com

The California Swimwear Association presents The Swim Collective Trade Show, Jan. 24–25, 2014, hosted at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa. The Swim Collective is recognized as the biggest West Coast swimwear trade show, offering buyers more than 1,000 lines across all swim categories. For more information, visit www.swimcollective.com.

Finance One, Inc. is a privately held factoring company now celebrating its 15th year. Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, they provide factoring, trade financing, and purchase-order financing to small- to medium-sized businesses. As the company’s motto, “Win/Win Factoring,” displays, Finance One places a top priority on its clients’ growth and success. Finance One provides factoring service at the most competitive rates, with exceptional customer service and personalized financial solutions for unique business needs. (213) 430-4888 www.finone.com

Proexport Colombia provides you with reliable information about the industry and facilitates your business transactions with Colombian sourcing companies. We can help prepare information tailored to your needs, organize personalized agendas with potential suppliers in Colombia, and walk you through the entire process of connecting you with the country. We invite you to learn more about the Colombian textile and garment companies that showcase new trends. Learn more about trade opportunities featuring competitive advantages and benefit from the Free Trade Agreement: 0% duty on products imported from Colombia. Upcoming shows include Colombiatex (Jan. 21–23 in Medellin), IFLS (Feb. 4–7 in Bogota), Macrorrueda 50 (Feb. 19–20 in Bogota). Call (212) 922–9114 or visit www.proexport.com.co.

Celebrating our 75th year as an independent, family-owned factoring company with a large focus on the apparel industry, Rosenthal & Rosenthal understands our clients’ business and is able to cater to the needs of our clients, including prompt turnaround on requests, flexibility in structure, and a user-friendly state-of-the art on-line client system. Services include factoring, credit protection, collection, cash application, lending services, and letters of credit. We were established in 1938, and 75 percent of our clients are apparel-related. (818) 914-5904, www.rosenthalinc.com

Riviera by CURVExpo™ is a regionally focused trade show dedicated to developing the swimwear and activewear Californian market, launched by CURVExpo™ in partnership with ISAM, the International Swimwear and Activewear Market™. Riviera by CURVExpo will be featuring the Spring/Summer 2015 collections of the top 100 swimwear and activewear brands and presenting them to 200 of the most wanted stores from California. The show will be held at the Hyatt Regency Beach Resort and Spa in Huntington Beach, California, on August 11th & 12th, 2014. www.curvexpo.com