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Atlanta Apparel sponsors Charleston Fashion Week

Atlanta Apparel sponsors Charleston Fashion Week...

Charleston Fashion Week is less than a week away, and Atlanta Apparel, the fashion resource in the Southeast, is a key sponsor of the event!  It’s a weeklong event, Tuesday March 16 through Saturday March 20 and here are a few things to look forward to: More than 30 runway shows, including an Emerging Designer Competition, the Rock the Runway Market Competition and the Bridal Couture Show Celebrity designer guests Parties...
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NEW to the Young & Now Young Contemporary category for April!

NEW to the Young & Now Young Contemporary cat...

There are many “NEW to Atlanta” Young Contemporary lines coming to the April market-ready to put fresh, hot looks in all of our awesome southeast boutiques & specialty stores! These lines specialize in everything from spring & fall dresses, sublimation tops, denim, cute collegiate dresses and so much more! All at great low-to-moderate price points, and most offering Immediate Deliveries, along with...
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Building 3 Open Showrooms!

Building 3 Open Showrooms!...

Coming to Atlanta? Check out these showrooms and more open in Building 3 on Friday, February 19, and Monday, February 22! Elephantito – 13S333 Freddy Simon and Associates – 11E110 Green Associates Maternity and Accessories – 13W361 Larry Lucas Inc. – 13W126 Mark Garland – 11S116 Michael Perry – 11E108 Moda – 8E118 MJK Global Sourcing – 8E111B P Inc. – 11E109A The...
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Young Contemporary is Young & Now with 2010 Trends

Young Contemporary is Young & Now with 2010 T...

     Young Contemorary also known as Young & Now was full of trend items this Market.  Spring & Summer 2010 Trends include: Metal details on dresses, jeans, tops, everything! Leggings in any color or fabric Smock dresses Pleated dresses Vests Bubble vests & coats Tie-dye One shoulder dresses Tube dresses with ruffle accents Sublimation tops and dresses Big floral prints PEACOCK PRINTS! Sequins A-line...
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Spring 2010 Accessory Trend Update!

Spring 2010 Accessory Trend Update!...

       January Market was filled with Accessories as Buyer’s looked for cute, classy and fun trends! All across market trends included: Cuff Bracelets Studded & Colorful Bangles Bling & Sparkle Details Big Chunky Rings Piled on Jewelry including Necklaces & Bracelets Colorful Leggings Summer Scarves Jewel Tone Pumps & Sandals Patent Pumps & Sandals Python Prints in Flats & Sandals Mixed...
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AMU Guest Blogger Peggy Johnson Spills on Survival Strategies

AMU Guest Blogger Peggy Johnson Spills on Survival...

I often refer to a quote by Helen Keller’s teacher:  “I came to teach, but I stayed to learn.”  That describes every class I have ever taught, every fashion show I have done….and more.  I have always found frontline decisions and experience to be the most valuable…along with sage advice from our sales reps…that give us insider tips on survival.  I always look forward to market to pull me...
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Children’s Buyers Upbeat in Atlanta

Children’s Buyers Upbeat in Atlanta...

Bailey Boys On Floor 13, AmericasMart’s Children’s World showrooms stayed busy as retailers restocked inventories depleted by a good holiday sales season. Monogramming is still popular, but it’s taking different forms other than traditional initials. There are more creative options. If you don’t want to invest in equipment for your store, partner with a trusted local business so you can offer the...
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Difference is in the Details

Difference is in the Details...

Throughout the January Atlanta Apparel Market, one thing stand out – detailing. Casual to contemporary, special occasion to betterwear, across categories and price points, various forms of visual interest abound. Interesting dimensional elements of sweaters give the appearance of layers in a single piece. Or new knitted options give customers a sweater option beyond traditional. Embroidery has been around for...
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T.J. Reid Offers Accessories Advice

T.J. Reid Offers Accessories Advice...

Popular speaker and editor of Fashion Advantage Magazine T.J. Reid presented her insight into creating an advertising and promotions plan for 2010 to buyers at the January Atlanta Apparel Market. Reid covered topics ranging from the basics of advertising and promotion to ideas for year-round in-store activities to draw buyers into your store. From how much to spend to where to spend to who to reach, Reid offered advice...
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Wrapping up Scarves

Wrapping up Scarves...

At the January 2010 Atlanta Apparel Market, accessories abound, but one item is in all types of showrooms – scarves. Both permanents and temps, womenswear and accessories exhibitors are showcasing their versatility. A scarf can complete an outfit, lending an element of dimension and often a pop of pattern or color. An obvious for fall and winter, lighter fabrics and colors easily transition to spring and even summer....
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