Friday, May 17
The Textile Show Makes Its Nashville Debut
Trade Shows
The Textile Show Nashville wrapped up its inaugural event, where it showcased a curated selection of exhibitors.
Incorporating Buyer and Exhibitor Feedback to Create a Better Show
Trade Show Q&A
California Apparel News asked trade-show leaders: What is the most insightful piece of exhibitor or buyer feedback you have received that you are incorporating into the remainder of 2024?
BuyHive Co-founder and CEO Minesh Pore on Learning How to Surf the AI Wave
Technology
The California Apparel News recently caught up with Minesh Pore to learn more about how AI is poised to infiltrate all aspects of the apparel industry
Thursday, May 9
April Showers Bring May Flowers
Industry Voices
Just last month, representatives Lizzie Fletcher (D-Texas) and Brittany Pettersen (D-Colo.) introduced the Pink Tariffs Study Act. This bill examines how the U.S. tariff system creates a gender bias, and we trust it will be eye-opening for their fellow legislators.
SS25 Swimwear: Fashion as Usual
Swim Trends
Swimwear keeps blurring the line between fashion and sportswear to become an integral part of a woman’s wardrobe. It’s a phenomenon that involves both the hijacking of sportswear-aesthetic codes and new ways of treating swimwear as a fashion item to be integrated into complete silhouettes.
IKEA–Nigel Xavier Earth Month Collaboration Promotes Eco
Sustainability
Earth Month 2024 might be finished, but IKEA’s April Open House in Los Angeles enlisted sustainability experts from different fields, including designer Nigel Xavier, to illustrate how to apply eco-friendly initiatives every day.
Marcum Symposium Promotes Optimism Amid 2024 Challenges
Retail
The 2024 Consumer Products & Retail Symposium hosted by Marcum Accountants and Advisors afforded insights into planning for the most important seasons of the year, including back-to-school and holiday.
SPESA L.A. Event Accents Worker Value as Technologies Advance
Technology
The Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas hosted its Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies Conference April 11 at the California Market Center in downtown Los Angeles, aiming to shift demand toward nearshoring options.
Growing Sustainability Trends in Swim Continue to Shift the Category
Industry Focus: Swim
California Apparel News asked swim-industry experts: From eco-friendly initiatives to body positivity, what aspects of sustainability resonate most with your customers for 2024 into 2025?
Weaving Stories & Dreams Tour Celebrates Filipina Artisans and Craftsmanship
Events
Los Angeles–based brand KINdom presents the Weaving Stories & Dreams Tour, which stops in Los Angeles May 10–14.
Monday, May 6
Outdoor Retailer x Collective Shows Set to Debut for Winter Editions Co-located in Salt Lake City
Trade Shows
Outdoor Retailer and Collective Shows have announced a collaboration at this year’s winter show, taking place Nov. 6–8 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City.
