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.

Spotlighting Prom in Atlanta

promThe 2009 National Prom/Bridal August Market in Atlanta is gearing up to be the biggest and best ever! The latest trends and most gorgeous lines that you can only find in Atlanta. Plus, dance the night away, eat, drink and be fabulous at the “You Look Wonderful Tonight” party…watch models strut their stuff while you enjoy a cool beverage and a bite to eat at the Style Runway Fashion Show. Learn a few things about  “Prom Stats, Styles and Sales”  at the TeenPROM and Seventeen Prom Magazine Seminar…you might even drive home in a 2010 red Ford Mustang from a drawing sponsored by Faviana. See you in Atlanta!

Premiere Hunts Hot Lines in L.A.

frenziThe August Market is 2 weeks away, and we are heading to LA to see what lines we can bring back with us to Atlanta! Be sure to check out the latest fashions in contemporary trends on the Premiere floor. Kensie, Jully kang, frenzii, voom, vava, dolce vita, toms shoes, hype, rampage, level 99, it jeans, nick and mo, Michael Kors, D.E.P.T, RYU, Interlud, Glam, C Luce  and so much more…… Don’t miss out!!

Jovani is Giving Away a Mustang at Market!

redford_150Jovani, 10S114, is hosting the biggest giveaway at Market! One lucky winner will drive away in a 2010 Torch Red Ford Mustang V6 Coupe. Stop by the Jovani showroom to pick up a raffle ticket and enter to win. The drawing will be held Sunday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Jovani Showroom. A complete list of rules and regulations can be found at the Mustang display in the Floor 1 Lobby as well as in Jovani’s showroom.

Children’s World Temporaries are moving UP

kids-temps-move-up_150Children’s temporaries are making their move to Floor 13 this Market! You can find maternity wear and the newest apparel and accessories for kids in the Northeast Quadrant, adjacent to the Buyer’s Lounge. Now, buyers shopping for little ones and moms-to-be will be able to shop the Children’s temporaries and permanents all in one convenient location. Must-sees this Market include adorable hair accessories by Pixie Bows, trendy maternity-wear from Maternity Inc., fashion-forward nightwear & children’s apparel by Sonhart and the Snoogie Seat by Daddy’s Design!

Bill Blass Handbags to Debut in Premiere

bill-blassThe Mondani Corporation is expanding their brand selection on the Premiere Floor! Atlanta Apparel currently features several successful lines, including Hype and Rampage, and is now excited to welcome Bill Blass Handbags. Don’t miss out on the debut of these amazing bags! Come get the skinny at booth 2_608 on the Premiere Floor during the August Market!

Stock up on Shoes & Scarves this August

naughty-monkeyLooking for something different? Check out scarves by Sevya. These beautiful scarves, featuring unique patterns and designs, are hand woven using silk and wool materials. Another must-see in Accessories is Naughty Monkey Shoes, featured in the August issue of Marie Claire. This footwear line got a great spread in the magazine, so you won’t want to leave Market without checking them out!

Know What’s New in Accessories

scarves1_150Check out the scarves on the accessories floor-a growing category featuring low to moderate wholesale pricing.

Plus, the must-see booths in accessories this August include VSA Accessories and Unique World Trends, with products featuring vibrant colors and beautiful designs. Pretty Persuasions, a company known for its purse designs, is featuring beautiful pashminas this Market. Don’t forget Look from London, Magic Scarf, Sevya, Siam Secrets and Broadway Boutique!

New booths have been added to 4th Floor Accessories, too! A new line of collegiate jewelry, Seasons Jewelry, is perfect for boutique buyers looking for something unique to put in their stores. Another new add-on for the show is Bamboo Style, showcasing beautiful bamboo handbags with moderate wholesale price points. Also, Ollipop Rings, a division of Sweet Romance, was a huge success at the July Gift Market and will be back for August Apparel. Be sure to go by these booths!

Style Runway-Where Trends are Unveiled

220You don’t want to miss Atlanta Apparel’s special occasion show, featuring all the new designs for the season in prom, pageant and bridal.  Reservations are coming in daily and four sponsors are currently headlining the show. Platinum sponsors include Mary’s Bridal and Precious Formals, Gold Sponsor is Emerald Bridal and Silver Sponsor is P & B Systems.  It’s always a full house and a reception prior to the show will include complimentary food and drinks. You don’t want to miss it! 

Style Runway
15th Floor, Fashion Theatre
Sat Aug 22, 2009
6pm Reception
6:30 p.m. Show