WIN a FREE trip to Atlanta Apparel!

air-tranStyle Runway Fashion Show GIVEAWAY
Saturday, August 22
15th Floor Fashion Theatre
6 p.m. Reception
6:30 p.m. Fashion Show

Drop off your business card at the pre-fashion show reception and enter to win: 

* 2 AirTran roundtrip tickets
* 2 Night stay at Ritz Carlton Atlanta  
* 2 Dinner vouchers at top Atlanta Restaurants

GIVEAWAY applied to the October 15-19, 2009 Apparel Market only.

Winner will be announced at the end of the Fashion Show. Must Be Present to Win.

In accepting any of the prizes awarded (“Prizes”), the winners acknowledge and agree that AmericasMart makes no representations or warranties as to the Prizes and assumes no liability whatsoever in connection with the Prizes.  Winners accept the Prizes “as is” and assume all liability for any injury or damage caused or claimed to be caused by participation in this promotion, or by the acceptance or use of the Prizes, hereby releasing AmericasMart and its affiliates from all claims, damages and causes of action, whether known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable, arising from or in connection with the acceptance or use of the Prizes. 

Children’s World Welcomes New Names this August

moobooChildren’s World is growing this August. Check out these new and newly expanded showrooms opening on Floor 13 in August :

New: BeBop Baby 13W355A  (clothing)
New: Moo Boo’s 13W355B   (clothing)
Newly relocated and expanded: Carolina Baby Company 13W124 (multi line rep with apparel/gifts and strollers)

Perks and Freebies for Buyers at Market!

BUYERS: Look what’s all yours during your visit to Market:

Free BREAKFAST every day
Free PARKING Saturday and Sunday
Free COCKTAILS & HORS D’OEUVRES
Free EDUCATIONAL seminars
Free GIVEAWAYS

Check out the website for a full list of events, and be sure to pick up an Apparel Guide upon arrival for more details.

Continuing education at Atlanta Apparel

seminarWhile at Market, don’t forget that Atlanta Apparel offers free courses through its renowned educational programming, AmericasMart University (AMU). Learn for industry experts and business professionals while shopping the latest trends for your store. Check out the entire listing on the website.

Hot happenings in exhibitor showrooms and booths this August

partyThere’s something to do almost everywhere you look during the August Market. Atlanta Apparel is hosting parties, events, giveaways and seminars all Market. PLUS, the exhibitors are joining in on the fun and hosting parties, events, promotions and giveaways. Know who’s doing what. Find out here.

Atlanta Apparel Designer Debuts on TLC

kayne2Johnathan Kayne Gillaspie, pageant gown designer and finalist from Project Runway, is always in Atlanta (in the WOW! Prom showroom) debuting his latest collections. Now, he’s back on TV and starring in his own show! Kayne takes center stage tonight (Thursday, August 14th) on TLC at 10 p.m. for Gown Crazy, one of TLC’s newest reality series. Starting tonight, viewers will get to watch Kayne’s every move while he tries to fulfill his dream of becoming the #1 gown designer in the U.S. Be sure to check it out! And stay tuned for the unveiling of his latest collections at the August Market!

New Lines, Chic Offerings in Accessories & Shoes

lovelypeopleThe Accessories/Shoes product center is adding new names daily!  Lovely People, a chic shoe line, and Eros & Psyche, a fashion accessory line, are two of the must-sees this August.

Also, Magic Scarf, is a great product that is proven to move in a tight economy. Packable, crushable one-size fit clothing and accessories, is priced to move quickly and features fabrics that look and feel rich but are affordable

Don’t forget to check out Miss Mak! They were featured at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in Miami!

Clay Cox has a new line out of California called Blee Inara, showcasing bracelets, necklaces, rings in 18K gold plate or silver, cord, elastic, leather and suede jewelry with expressions of harmony, bliss, goodwill & peace symbology.

HOT LINE: RAIN- designer inspired pieces from $3-9 that are flying off the shelves of stores. Buyers are reordering within one to two weeks due to rapid sales of this merchandise in their stores. The product is lead & nickel free and quality made. 

Check these hot lines out and more in the Market Temps on the 4th Floor!

by Boe Takes Permanent Showroom Space

byboeOne of the hottest accessory lines is moving so that you can see more! by Boe is moving into a permanent showroom on the 8th floor, 8-E-111A. They are going to host a fantastic cocktail party on Saturday during the August Apparel Market so be sure to stop by and see the new showroom.

Vigoss Jeans & Shoes All Over the Media and in Atlanta this August!

vigoss-jacketVigoss Jeans and Shoes are popping up in publications across the US. Celebrities are rockin the styles and consumers are going crazy for them! Add a HOT denim line, along with shoes and other classic pieces, to your specialty store or boutique this market and watch sales soar! You can find them on the 3rd floor for August market in booth 3-318, along with lots of fabulous new Young Contemporary lines such as Kings County Denim, XOXO, Monoreno, TM Styles, One2Wear and many more!

FREE PARKING FOR APPAREL BUYERS THIS AUGUST

fparkingPark free during the August Market! AmericasMart has reserved 500 parking spots at the 270 Spring Street lot and wants you to get one for Market. On Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, if you are one of the first 500 buyers, you’ll park for free.

Here’s how it works:
Upon entering the parking garage, take a ticket and tell the attendant you are an Apparel Market buyer.
If you are one of the first 500 arrivals, the attendant will give you a FREE PARKING COUPON.
Upon exiting the lot, present your parking ticket, Free Parking coupon and Buyer badge to the attendant.

But, please remember, there is NO overnight parking allowed. The garage will close at 11 p.m. on Saturday and 8:30 p.m. on Sunday.