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TRADE-SHOW REPORT It’s Back to the Beach as Brands, Buyers Reconnect at Miami Swim Week

By Dorothy Crouch Managing Editor

After more than a year of meeting over video platforms, the swim-and-resort categories of the fashion industry were ready to hit the sand and peruse poolside for fresh styles during Miami Swim Week. The convergence of designers, brands and buyers was a time for the industry to reunite for serious business following a year of separation due to the CO- VID-19 pandemic. Trade events included SwimShow—now in its 39th year, Informa Markets Fashion’s Destination: Miami by Coterie and newcomer Project Miami, in addition to Liberty Fairs Miami, which joined Cabana as a sibling show. For more in- depth Miami Swim Week coverage, see pages 10 and 11.

TECHNOLOGY Archive Resale Uses a Brand-Centered Approach to Redefine Digital Resale

By Dorothy Crouch Managing Editor While sites that cater to consumers who want to bid adieu to their old clothing in exchange for a bit of cash have domi- nated the online resale space, Archive Resale has introduced a model that benefits both brands and sellers. Founded in 2020 by vintage-clothing enthusiast, Google alum and now Archive Resale Chief Executive Officer Emily Gittins and Ryan Rowe, the company’s chief technology officer who is a design, data and user-experience expert, the platform is quickly gaining traction to fill a void in the market. “There didn’t seem to be a solution available for brands that was asset light and resource light and easy for them to take ownership of this market,” Gittins explained. “We started thinking about what would it look like to give brands back ownership of resale and, therefore, totally transform both the Return to Paradise ➥ Archive Resale page 8 INSIDE: The Paraiso Miami Beach celebration of swimwear and resort fashion Where fashion gets down to business SM returned to its on-site schedule during Miami Swim Week, as industry insiders welcomed a long-awaited return to the beachside runway to become immersed in sun, surf and the business of selling swim. 4 8 See more looks on page 16. AII builds California presence ... p. 2 Fashion Tech Works launches ... p. 2 FMNC ... p. 4 Fashion Snoops on swim ... p. 6 Miami Swim Week trade-show coverage ... p. 10 Nalu Swimwear Textile Trends ... p. 12 Las Vegas Resource Guide ... p. 18

www.apparelnews.net SIMON SOONG PHOTOGRAPHY NEWS Inside the Industry Fashion Tech Works Launches With Resources for Apparel Businesses Hyosung, the world’s largest span- In the heart of the downtown Los Angeles dex manufacturer, has released the Fashion District, at the New Mart building, results of a new Life Cycle Assessment Fashion Tech Works affords a new space comparing the environmental perfor- for cultivating creativity blended with inno- mance of its 100 percent recycled Creora vation. The fashion-focused space serves as regen spandex to its virgin Creora span- a digital design center, content studio, event dex. The study, conducted by the third- space and coworking site for designers and party certifier Networks Y, a Korean brands large and small. LCA consultancy, concluded that Creora “There are different elements that we regen spandex reduced carbon dioxide can offer. In the first instance, it’s a com- production by approximately 67 percent munity,” The New Mart’s general manager, compared to its Creora spandex in the Tom Keefer, explained. “Most importantly, production of 1 kg. “We know that our it’s the services that we’ve been able to align Creora regen is unique because we only ourselves with as a one-stop turnkey destina- produce 100 percent recycled content, tion for designers and brand builders where and our LCA helps quantify why that is they have all the tools they need to go from FASHION TECH WORKS important,” said Mike Simko, Hyosung concept to finished sample.” Fashion Tech Works’ tools for content creation include a studio for videography and photography, a global marketing director of textiles. Fashion Tech Works’ tools for content podcast space, social-media cultivation, digital-marketing opportunities, and augmented-reality and The study performed a carbon-footprint virtual-reality technologies. creation include a studio for videography and calculation—the amount of CO2 emitted photography, a podcast space, social-media ly proud of. It’s what is going to help us stand co-founder of Fabric Demand Manufactur- over the entire life cycle of a product— cultivation, digital-marketing opportunities, apart from any other coworking situations.” ing Services; Barbara Bundy, vice president of both fibers from pre-manufacturing to and augmented-reality and virtual-reality Services are available a la carte and of education at the Fashion Institute of De- the manufacturing stage. technologies. Through its partnerships with through charter memberships. Silver remote, sign & Merchandising; Laurie Champagne, manufacturers who utilize tools from Gerber Gold open-desk and Platinum private-office CEO at Social Theory; Frances Harder, au- Luxury restoration marketplace Technology, Kornit Digital and Tukatech, memberships are available for monthly fees thor of “Fashion for Profit”; Ilse Metchek, The Cobblers has announced its newest Fashion Tech Works also offers CAD, sample of $60, $400 and $600 respectively, each of- president of the California Fashion Asso- partnership, with KOIO, a New York– prototyping, 3D printing, sustainable apparel fering a certain number of hours to access the ciation; and TJ Walker, co-founder of Cross based brand selling luxury shoes with a manufacturing and small-batch runs for ap- podcast studio, design station, conference Colours, Fashion Tech Works aims to afford modern, stylish design and sustainable parel making. The space and its services are room or content spaces. Event services, such cutting-edge resources with a human ap- Italian craftsmanship. In addition to its available for on-site and remote work models. as hosting fashion and trade shows or other proach that blends technology with people- work on premium and luxury footwear “People are coming out of schools already apparel-industry events, are also available. focused connections. Additional information and handbags, The Cobblers is now pro- learning about sustainable manufacturing. Larger companies are able to utilize the space regarding Fashion Tech Works may be found viding a front-end portal that seamlessly They are ready to jump in, right out of being to test new ideas. via fashiontechworks.com. connects into KOIO’s website and retail a graduate, to start their lines with sustainable “A company like Boardriders has offices —Dorothy Crouch spaces, allowing KOIO customers to eas- manufacturing, and we want to support their all over the world including one in Huntington ily select shoe-repair services. KOIO, a vision and keep the whole model moving for- Beach, [Calif.],” said Mark Robinson, chief promoter of environmental sustainabil- ward,” said Fashion Tech Works founder and operations officer of Fashion Tech Works and SUSTAINABILITY ity that develops footwear products de- Chief Executive Officer Cindy Keefer. “This CEO of Susarel, Inc. “Fashion Tech Works signed and developed to last a lifetime, model is completely step-by-step for a new gives them a place where they can test that will now be able to offer sustainably designer to enable them to manufacture sus- new Roxy top before they go overseas.” conscious customers a simple solution to tainably, ethically and with a smaller carbon With an advisory board comprising fash- repairing and caring for their shoes. The footprint. This is something we’ve been real- ion-industry veterans including Sherri Barry, partnership helps ensure a commitment to a brighter and healthier future for the planet while providing long-lasting luxury footwear.

Ruby Ribbon, the social commerce– driven women’s intimates, shapewear and athleisure company, has appointed Leah Cadavona as chief growth officer. Cadavona, who has close to 25 years of results-driven experience in the United APPAREL IMPACT INSTITUTE States and international markets, will The Apparel Impact Institute’s Clean by Design program works with clothing manufacturers to play an integral part in empowering and increase efficiency and renewables. expanding Ruby Ribbon’s network of stylists. “[Cadavona’s] alignment to our vision of empowering women at scale, LA MARKET WEEK AII Announces together with her channel know-how and collaborative approach, will help fuel August 2 - 5, 2021 California-based Ruby Ribbon’s continued growth into 2022 and beyond,” said Ruby Ribbon Chief Executive Officer Clint McKinlay. Sustainability “Under Leah’s leadership, Ruby Rib- bon’s brand promise will come alive for our stylists as never before.” Previously, Program Cadavona helped launch new products Following its work to promote scalable and programs for Nu Skin, Immunotec, environmental solutions in apparel sectors JAFRA and Guthy-Renker. “The future within countries including China, Vietnam is female, and I look forward to helping and India, the Apparel Impact Institute drive the growth of this fantastic orga- announced the launch of its research to in- nization that is committed to women of troduce its Clean by Design program, which all shapes, sizes and shades,” Cadavona works with clothing manufacturers to in- said. crease efficiency and renewables, into Los Angeles. The San Francisco–headquartered New York–based Authentic Brands organization, which comprises brands, Group, parent company of more than manufacturers and associations that work to- 30 brands including Barneys New York, gether toward a responsible apparel industry, Brooks Brothers, Lucky Brand, Forever seeks to establish distinctive processes to aid 21 and Volcom, recently filed a prospec- manufacturers in the areas where they need tus to go public with the Securities and improvement. Exchange Commission. Known for ac- “We like leaning into the legacy of L.A. quiring troubled brands that enter into in the fashion sector,” said Lewis Perkins, dangerous financial territory, Authentic president of AII. “With leadership in certain Brands’ 2020 revenue was listed as $489 product sectors like streetwear and denim, million and its net income as $211 mil- California has a reputation to be proud of. lion, according to SEC documents dated 860 S Los Angeles St. Cooperdesignspace.com We want to ensure that this region can also July 6, which list the proposed offering at Los Angeles, CA 90014 @cooperdesignspace be proud of the way these products are made $100 million in Class A common stock. (213) 627-3754 with excellence in environmental standards and practices.”—D.C.

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SOURCING AND FABRIC APPAREL | ACCESSORIES FOOTWEAR WESTERN DALLAS APPAREL & Lenzing Makes Strides in Fiber Identification ACCESSORIES MARKET Within Its E-Branding Service Known for its commitment to sustainable- from,” said Heubrandner. “Equally, green- fiber cultivation, Lenzing has announced the washing is becoming a growing problem in AUGUST 24 -27, 2021 expansion of its identification capabilities the industry for consumers as buzzwords OCTOBER 26-29, 2021 within the company’s E-Branding Service. such as ‘sustainability’ or ‘eco-friendly’ have According to Lenzing AG Vice President of evolved into a box-ticking exercise for many.” Global Textiles Business Florian Heubrandner, By November, Lenzing will expand its — by implementing these tools the company is fiber-identification testing to all fabrics, and able to support brands and retail- within the first half of 2022 the The nation’s leading ers in their sustainable journeys company will add tools to its by providing transparency for E-branding Service. With Lenz- wholesale fashion market. Tencel lyocell, modal and Refi- ing’s fiber-identification technol- bra fibers in addition to Lenzing ogy included, fabric testing will EcoVero-branded viscose fibers. include two components of ran- dallasmarketcenter.com “Lenzing’s fiber-identifi- dom sampling requested by the cation technology provides company on apparel and home- physical identification embed- textile products as well as contin- ded in the fibers, which allows gent garment testing on licensed identification at different stag- goods. es of the production process “This service will be added such as the fabric and garment LENZING once the fibers have been pro- level, enabling full traceabili- Fiber cultivator Lenzing cessed in the textile value chain,” announced great strides ty of the fibers,” Heubrandner in its mission to afford Heubrandner said. “With in- explained. “The technology transparency through the creasing compliance and reputa- also guarantees the fibers are supply chain with its new tional risks, more fashion brands produced in state-of-the-art- identification capabilities. have committed to using sustain- production facilities that meet able fibers, with transparency high standards for resource efficiency and en- being a core part of their business priorities.” vironmental and social responsibility.” In addition to its focus on transparency By including lyocell and modal within its through authentication methods, Lenzing fiber-identification technology, the Austria- is expanding its responsible measures into based company is able to assure brands and a new partnership with Italian citrus-by- retailers of the fiber origin at different stages product producer Orange Fiber. The col- of the life cycle, passing along this confi- laboration will yield the first Tencel-branded dence to consumers. lyocell fiber comprising orange and wood “It is imperative for brands to clearly com- pulp, which will be presented to the market municate exactly where their products come in October 2021.—Dorothy Crouch

TRADE-SHOW REPORT FMNC Buyers and Exhibitors Welcome a Return to Business as Usual Fashion Market Northern California, a marketplace for contemporary women’s apparel and accessories, was held June 27–29 at the Embassy Suites in South San Francisco. “It went very well,” said FMNC Executive Di- rector Mary Taft. “Buyers who attended were there to buy so exhibitors were successful.” Now celebrating more than 60 years, FMNC offers the largest open-booth venue on the West Coast and was a welcome sight for buyers and exhibitors after the COVID-19 pandemic stymied the retail industry. “We had close to 200 stores, with over 30 of them

being new to our show,” Taft said. FMNC Joey Miller of Joey Miller Sales was ex- A display in the lobby of the Embassy Suites periencing booming business. As an exhibi- in South San Francisco heralded the return of tor, Miller said he worked 47 stores, and it FMNC to an indoor space. was the first time in a long time that he actually had to turn people away because of are no longer shopping like they’re in ‘surviv- space. “I’ve done FMNC for 30 years, and I al mode,’ just buying sweats and quarantine believe that territory is the best,” Miller said. clothing,” she said. “They are now dressing Karen Tonascia, owner and buyer of Ir- up and are thankful to be getting on with their ma’s Fashions in Hollister, Calif., attended lives. It seems that we are all a little more FMNC for two days and echoed similar sen- thankful for our ‘normal’ than we ever could timents. “I am thankful that through the cha- have been before this pandemic.” os of last year the [FMNC] shows—or most During the pandemic, FMNC held an out- of them—still went on,” Tonascia said. “They door event in October 2020 but will be revert- got creative with their venues and layouts to ing back to indoor events moving forward. ensure safe interactions between stores and “The thing that I hear over and over is how reps, but I felt like they never missed a beat.” much buyers love shopping at our show,” Taft Tonascia also noted that she found people said. “We can’t wait to see them at our Au- shopping almost as if they were making up gust show at the Embassy Suites in South San for the lost time from the pandemic. “People Francisco.”—Noe Garcia

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213-627-0671 WHOLESALE SHOWROOMS FASHION LINES 127 E. 9th Street in the Los Angeles Fashion District NewMart.net FASHION Tukatech: Helping the Dream of Made-in-the-USA a Swim Week Is Back By Patricia Maeda Director of Women’s, tinues to rise, push- Intimates and Swim at Fashion Snoops ing the trend for Reality for Over 25 Years versatile items and lichés become such because needs, he says, and then you can write After a challenging year, the return to in- matching beach- there’s truth in them. Take the the computer code—not the other person events at Miami Swim Week felt like wear assortments. Cone about some people seeing way around. Think of it like sizing a a fresh dose of good news for the swimwear At Swim Week, we obstacles while others see opportunity. custom garment: You start with a body’s industry. Trade shows Cabana, SwimShow saw Maaji’s match- That’s certainly been the case for measurements and then make a garment and destination:miami by Coterie revamped ing sets, which are Tukatech and its flurry of new clients in that fits. You don’t cut a random garment market week after nearly two years of events just as appropri- the wake of COVID-19. and then tell someone to held on digital platforms. Elsewhere, runway ate for poolside as “It’s actually been an bulk up or lean out before presentations at Paraiso welcomed buyers, they are for brunch, amazing time for us,” says they can wear it. influencers and press in what seemed like a while details such Ram Sareen, Tukatech Sareen was raised in family reunion after a long period apart. as puff sleeves and Founder and CEO. That’s the industry and has spent While we’re still approaching the new waist ties elevate because it’s also been an half a century in it. Over season with caution—smaller trade shows beach essentials to amazing time for others. its 26 years in business, and fewer runway presentations than previ- street-style heights. Maaji Since the pandemic Tukatech has remained ous years—the overall feeling of optimism hit a year ago last privately held under its spring, Tukatech—a original owners and with was evident. Not only are sales of swimwear Sustainability fashion-technology- no outside investors— expected to return to pre-pandemic levels by solutions provider that is something extremely rare 2022, but Spring/Summer ’22 collections There is a clear emphasis on more envi- recognized in the industry in the software-solutions channeled this energy through exciting new ronmentally friendly material alternatives in as consultants who Ram Sareen industry. This stems from trends that scream optimism and liberation. swimwear, and at Swim Week this conversa- also develop innovative yet another rare quality in tion resonated loud and clear among vendors software—has set up over Tukatech—the desire to Mood Boost and buyers. Recycled and repurposed mate- 200 factories globally, with 70 factories be the best rather than the biggest. rials such as Econyl, nylon made from post- in California alone, to manufacture on “We openly challenge anyone to talk The rising consumer-waste products, and Repreve, a demand with an emphasis on the local to our customers, and if they are not theme of opti- fiber made from recycled plastic bottles, were market. In addition, it has helped launch raving about us then we have failed,” mism influences key fabrics in SS ’22 collections, including of- hundreds of startup apparel brands Sareen says. “Each and every user products that de- ferings from La Gotta, Ola Azul and Azulu. across the country. has to feel ecstatically happy with our liver mood-boost- What is going on? Nothing less than services. We want to all grow together— ing effects. After Inclusivity a long-needed pushing of the reset us and our customers—rather than spending so much button. trying to just grow ourselves.” time in sweat- The shift from “We’re strongly pushing for shorter Over the decades, Tukatech has pants and lounge- swimwear being supply chains. The future is local replaced 10,000 less-efficient CAD wear, vacation- a realm of insecu- manufacturing for local markets. USA systems for established companies who deprived consum- rity to a platform of will make for USA. China will make for can really see the difference because ers are willing to confidence is per- China. India for India,” says Sareen. they can compare it to past experiences. “We’re making it easier by using “The first-time user doesn’t really invest in energetic haps the most valu- technology to survive these times.” know the difference between us and styles and make able takeaway from With the return of local manufacturing somebody else,” explains Sareen. “It’s up for lost time this year’s events. come new methods of under the sun. A great example production. Whereas mass From electric col- was seen in the col- production requires much ors to statement laboration between time, people, and material, prints including BFyne and Mod- microfactories enable bold florals, color Simonett els of Color Mat- fashion manufacturers to blocking and tie- ter, which focused produce on demand and dyes, bright expressions alleviate pandemic on promoting the nimbly adapt to changing blues and set the tone for a vibrant summer. beauty of Blackness, markets. Microfactories can At Pretty Little Thing, bright neons were casting only Black BFyne take a design from concept mixed with groovy psychedelic patterns in models to walk the to consumer in a matter of looks that demand to be noticed, while tie- runway and working with hair and makeup minutes. dye applications at Simonett were appreci- teams to create a safe space celebrating their “It’s still the same ated for their uniqueness. unique beauty. Swimwear is for everybody, process; however, the steps and collections that celebrate beauty in all its are reversed. Rather than Sexy Summer forms are likely to resonate with today’s con- making, warehousing, and sumers. Size inclusivity is helping retailers selling, we are selling and Swimwear is unlock success in this market, while encour- then making. So, you’re producing only what you sexier than ever. aging body positivity across social platforms need without the risk of Cutouts, a trend pushes the industry forward. importing unwanted goods that has only and then writing that gained momen- Reflecting on this year’s Miami Swim inventory off. It’s way more tum, continues to Week, it’s clear that swimwear will be key for profitable,” says Sareen. the one that has used many others permeate almost delivering excitement and refreshing ward- Tukatech offers turnkey solutions, who really can tell the difference, and every SS ’22 col- robes for Spring/Summer ’22. As designers with technology, implementation, and that includes clients such as Cherokee, lection, leaving and buyers were planning Summer assortments training for everyone from entry-level Woolrich, and The Gap who were on almost nothing to last fall when the pandemic was still an issue of user to senior management. [other systems] before changing to us.” the imagination. much concern, many contemporary ready-to- Sareen describes the CAD room And don’t think you’re too small Wraparound straps wear collections still felt cautious. Swimwear, as “the oxygen room” of fashion to afford Tukatech’s solution-based applied to micro however, had no other choice but to continue to businesses. Everything, he says, comes services. The truth is in fact quite the bikinis and the new speak to what the category is best known for: from the data-management system. opposite. “Without technology, you crossover halter summer vacation, joy and release. For swim- When teams know how to leverage can’t survive,” says Sareen. “Saving silhouette are key wear, escapism is not a seasonal concept but its that data to pinpoint exactly how much six people’s salary is enough to lease emerging trends very backbone. So, while the category was par- material they will need and how long a machine and still have money in heating up the sea- ticularly hit last year, swimwear is now paving manufacturing will take, they can make your pocket. And that’s a sustainable son. As we come Nalu the way for an optimistic summer reset. The fu- better decisions and eliminate waste. business model.” to understand the ture of the industry is bright, and this new sea- Sareen attributes his company’s psychological effects of sensual dressing on son’s offerings epitomize the unique optimistic unique approach to fashion technology ● to the fact that all Tukatech employees boosting confidence and lifting spirits, this sentiment that continues to give us hope. have come from the apparel industry. new sartorial trend seems to be perfectly They understand the challenges of timed with consumer desire. Fashion Snoops is a global trend forecast- apparel product development and [email protected] ing agency helping leading brands, retailers manufacturing, therefore they can create tukatech.com Beach to Street and manufacturers around the world to unlock solutions that get to the root of the 5462 Jillson Street innovation and propel growth. Through a com- problem. 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Archive Resale Continued from page 1 buyer and the seller experience to en- courage even more people to go secondhand instead of new.” Archive Resale’s data-driven model works from within a digital space owned by the brand, such as its client M.M. LaFleur’s Second Act, which relies on the technology provider’s ability to wield its tools to engage customers by ARCHIVE RESALE Archive Resale was founded in 2020 by vintage-clothing advising them regarding reselling. With enthusiast, Google alum and now CEO Emily Gittins and Ryan a perfectly timed launch, Archive Resale Rowe, the company’s chief technology officer, who is a design, notes that by 2025 almost half of spend- data and user-experience expert. ing on apparel in the United States will shift online, while the secondhand mar- The process to implement an Archive Resale–powered ket is predicted to double to $77 billion system afforded ease to M.M. LaFleur. Kant notes that the in five years, according to a new report ARCHIVE RESALE platform was able to generate an environment in which all Archive Resale’s data-driven model has enabled M.M. LaFleur to enter the secondhand by ThreadUp. resale market through the brand’s Second Act destination. details, large and small, were easily incorporated within its “We founded Archive as an extraor- resale space. dinarily low-lift and low-investment “Because Archive integrates directly with our product way for brands to offer a high-quality, the brand, we could be much more targeted, and we could catalog, listing products on Second Act is especially easy branded secondhand shopping and selling experience to do a pricing algorithm for sellers to make it much easier to for customers; they’re able to include all the product details their customers,” Rowe said. “Our design, development and get a listing up and sell something,” Gittins said. “By having that live in our original product-description pages, like im- customer-service team both creates and operates a beautiful brands involved, it’s a huge opportunity for them for a new ages, fabric information, length and care instructions,” Kant marketplace site that mirrors the brand’s aesthetic with an el- revenue stream, it’s a way to acquire new customers, and it’s said. “The site also recommends a price for each item, which egant UX—just look at M.M. LaFleur’s Second Act, for an a loyalty program.” further reduces any customer pain points. We’ve always put a example—[which] results in a very high-trust environment Using brand data, Archive Resale is able to identify cus- lot of thought into creating long-lasting, quality garments with for buyers and sellers. In the coming years, launching pro- tomers who bought certain items, reach out to them and en- classic style, so resale is a natural fit for us.” grams like Second Act will be a critical path for brands to courage their transition from consumer to seller. The interest Interested in secondhand clothing since high school, Git- keep customers engaged and build vibrant communities.” in cultivating this type of resale environment that aligns with tins is also committed to the health of the planet. In addition Gittins and Rowe examined the reasons certain consumers existing branding is alluring for companies across industries. to an MBA, Gittins also earned a master’s degree in environ- don’t enter resale through existing reseller sites. By conduct- As M.M. LaFleur Vice President of Brand and Creative Callie mental science. Recently, Archive Resale hired Alex Kremer, ing interviews, the duo found that potential sellers wanted a Kant explained, partnering with Archive Resale provided a who launched and managed Patagonia’s Worn Wear resale seamless experience that would also yield a large portion of resale solution that the brand needed. program, to lead strategy and operations. the items’ original prices. Through the peer-to-peer market- “We had seen interest in a resale platform from customers “We really want people to be thinking about reselling at place afforded by Archive Resale, sellers list items and ship for a long time, but we didn’t have the internal resources to the point when they purchase something,” Gittins explained. them to buyers. Sellers choose either credit to shop the brand operationalize creating one ourselves,” said Kant. “Archive “With this option in mind, maybe I am willing now to buy again or cash. approached us due to our strong presence in the resale mar- something that is of a more-premium quality that lasts longer “We realized that by having buyers, sellers and brands all ket, and they felt like a great fit for us as we could work with and know in six months I can resell it and set up alerts with in one closed ecosystem we could offer a highly differenti- them to create a fully customized interface that was accessible the brand. I get those notifications that when I am ready with ated seller experience. We could pile in a lot of data from directly from our website.” this item it’s just one click.” ●

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TRADE-SHOW REPORT TIM REGAS Sibling shows Cabana (left) and Liberty Fairs Miami presented showstopping looks in swim from

TIM REGAS Frankies Bikinis and streetwear. At SwimShow, buyers, such as those pictured at the Smeralda booth, were ready to conduct business on-site following a year of virtual events. Fashion Returns to Swim Week at SwimShow Makes a Big Splash Cabana and Liberty Fairs Miami The Miami Beach Convention Center Across the hall at Liberty Fairs Miami, Returning to Miami was home to sibling shows Cabana and Lib- Liberty Vice President Edwina Kulego felt a ing record sell-throughs on our Luxury Elite erty Fairs Miami July 10-12, where trends strong vibe as industry insiders reconnected By Betsy Zanjani Contributing Writer Resortwear. Many of our styles have sold out came straight from the runway with Cabana with each other to discover new trends in to the piece.” showcasing swimwear that spoke more streetwear. Returning to its home at the Miami Beach Miami-headquartered Phie focused on closely to luxurious ready-to-wear. “Witnessing the industry reconvene re- Convention Center July 10-13, SwimShow bright prints and incorporating unique shapes For Janet Wong, co-founder of Cabana, minded us all of how resilient our fashion saw buyers who were more than ready for into the company’s designs. Designer and a noticeable trend among buyers within the community is when we support one another,” the upbeat atmosphere of the event and get- daughter within the family-run brand Sophia swim category was redefining the business to Kulego said. ting back to fashion business. Judy Stein, the Habermann reported buyer excitement over a less seasonal venture in favor of a category At The Pavement, an area dedicated to show’s executive director, noted how buyers her bold collection. that is ticking strongly throughout the year brands owned by members of underrepre- were eager to do business. “This is our first big swim show after with a greater fashion presence. sented groups, Liberty’s mission was to bring “I was so impressed with the laser focus launching in 2019, and we are thrilled to be “The buying mentality has changed to all together a diverse community of designers of the buyers,” Stein said. “They were deter- here,” Habermann said. “We are hoping to year-round,” Wong explained. “Swim has and cultural creators. Samantha Black of mined and ready to place orders.” open Europe and the U.S. after successfully become a big part of the fashion story—it’s Sammy B, a former “Project Runway” con- Fresh styles are desperately needed as selling across South America.” the whole outfit!” testant, described her customer as the “tom- customers begin to get back into stores. At center stage, models drew buyers into Glitter and glam were part of the big mes- boy in pumps” with the brand’s retail price New neutrals in spicy shades of orange, rust, the Body Glove booth, where the brand show- sage during the show, with particular empha- points between $88 and $439. bronze and gold were standouts. Tracey Ca- cased its reinvented legendary surf-inspired sis seen at the Bali-made brand House of Mua At Sunni Sunni footwear, which started as labrese, owner of the Cabana Showroom, suits. Of particular note was the latest style in Mua, where Ludovica Virga, the label’s Ital- a cobbler in New York City, creator Sunni Dix- mentioned high demand for luxury pieces a long-sleeve crop-top bikini-set design. ian stylist and owner, showed her collection on revealed that the brand will appear in Saks from the Florence, Italy–based Pho line. “Our new styles showcase the breadth of in a fashion show with members of the cast Fifth Avenue this fall with its edgy men’s shoe “We sell to high-end resorts including styling we are offering,” said Mike Vavak, from Bravo’s “Housewives” television series. line and an expansion already planned. The Ritz Carlton and The Breakers Palm vice president of brands for Body Glove. Virga noted that her goal was to help women “We will be releasing women’s later this Beach,” Calabrese said. “We are experienc- “We are not just a surf brand anymore.” have “fun and feel fabulous again!” year,” Dixon said.—B.Z.

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10 CALIFORNIA APPAREL NEWS JULY 23, 2021 APPARELNEWS.NET TRADE-SHOW REPORT Art Meets Fashion at Project Miami During its July 10–12 debut at the Eden Roc Ho- tel Miami Beach, Informa Markets Fashion’s Proj- ect Miami perfectly showcased fresh approaches to streetwear, contemporary menswear and accessories. Even though this was the first time for Project in TIM REGAS Miami, the show brought Elevated women’s swim and resort, such as Sunlight Muse, found the spotlight during Destination: the cutting-edge fashion Miami by Coterie, which was hosted at the Eden Roc Hotel Miami Beach. atmosphere for which it is known. Attendees entered the Destination: Miami by Coterie Elevates space greeted by an art in- INFORMA MARKETS FASHION/HAILLEY HOWARD stallation from Champion. Debuting at the Eden Roc Hotel Miami Beach, Project Miami Buyers lined up to watch brought hot trends in streetwear, contemporary menswear and Swim Week in Joyful, Intimate Setting artists Carlo Art and Moon accessories to the beach. create murals with cans of The vibe at the Eden Roc Hotel Miami a 50 percent increase in vendors with one- neon paint, which they then transformed into ders, showcased its City of Angels collection, Beach was electric during the July 10–13 third of the brands participating for the first artistic works on Champion T-shirts. which speaks to Los Angeles upbringing of Destination: Miami by Coterie as the area time.” “What made Project Miami so unique is Russell Westbrook, the brand’s creative di- heated up for a return to Miami Swim Week. The show was hosted in an intimate at- that brands were connecting with an audi- rector and member of the NBA’s Washing- During the show, which catered to the mosphere, curated to resemble a showroom ence of retailers they might not typically see ton Wizards. elevated women’s resort and swim market, rather than a trade show. For Christy Lynn, at our larger Las Vegas or New York events,” “The worn-down washes and cutoff hems buyers from around the country reported on the opportunity to personally meet with her said Commercial President of Informa Kelly paid homage to the swap-meet culture I grew how the touch-and-feel aspects of apparel- retailers was important as she works with Helfman. up with,” Westbrook said. industry shows had been missing. “We’re small boutiques. Lynn mentioned that the Chris Pyrate and Friends, a Washing- Pima-cotton polos, tees, joggers and hood- back and it feels great!” said Michelle Roy, signature of her brand is “the ability to curate ton, D.C.–based streetwear brand, was cre- ies along with baseball hats were on display owner of the Los Angeles boutique Social a closet that a woman can travel with.” Her ated by renowned graffiti artist Chris Pyrate. at the James Bark booth. The Miami brand Butterflies L.A. timeless romantic soft, floral cotton dresses The brand’s products, from outerwear to showed its unisex line featuring its muse— Courtney Bradarich, vice president of con- and sets were inspired this season by vintage denim, all have a recurring theme of flowers. a French bulldog reflected in the company temporary women’s for Project and Coterie wallpaper prints from the 1930s. His poppy-hued color palette included pink, logo, representing founder Rafael Huizi’s at Informa Markets Fashion, recognized a Brands such as Dos Gardenias took an baby blue and orchid. best friend. camaraderie among attendees. ecocentric turn, bringing strong messages of “[The brand focuses on] unisex styling “He encouraged me during a difficult time “The nod to optimism and joyful design sustainability and kindness aimed at caring targeted to cool men and women,” Pyrate when I first left Venezuela under less than was seen throughout, and Miami was the for the planet and its people. The Malibu, said. good circumstances,” Huizi explained. “He perfect setting,” Bradarich said, referring to Calif., label sources neoprene from Japan Honor the Gift, whose casual-cool, ath- got me through the hard times.” a welcome rooftop cocktail reception hosted that uses minimal gases in its production. letic-inspired styles are worn by both gen- —Betsy Zanjani on the first night. “This year’s show brought —B.Z.

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APPARELNEWS.NET JULY 23, 2021 CALIFORNIA APPAREL NEWS 15 MIAMI SWIM WEEK A Diverse Range of Brands and Representation at Paraiso Miami Swim Week heated up as Paraiso Miami Beach The direct-to-consumer brand Boohoo showed its latest, Showcasing swim-and-resort design talent from Colombia, showcased hot styles in swim and resort during its July 8–11 run along with sibling brand BoohooMan, during a presentation Destination Colombia featured work from Ancora, Bahama with a number of events to host a proper return to the runway. at the Versace Mansion’s Villa Casa Casuarina, where Ty Mama, Mola Mola, Nuranja Furcado and Liliana Montoya, For the first time in Paraiso’s history, Los Angeles’ Jonathan Dolla $ign performed and trans model Nikita Dragun strutted whose swim took a sustainable spin with the Gaia collection. Simkhai showed his latest collection during an elegant the runway in a swim design that featured unique cutouts and Swim brand BFyne partnered with Models of Color cocktail presentation. The designer’s elegant resortwear transitional sky-to-sea blue tones. Matter, the nonprofit organization that advocates for equitable paired beautifully with luxurious swim pieces. Australian brand Honey Birdette featured its luxury lingerie treatment of Black and Brown models, to host a show within Making the transition from model to designer, Johanna Chone and sultry swimwear during a Paraiso finale show that featured the Paraiso tent located in South Beach. The event showcased unveiled the inaugural swim collection of Nalu Swimwear during models Aquaria, Violet Chachki and Carmen Carrera, who BFyne’s latest pieces in a cast comprising exclusively Black a presentation at the Paraiso Miami Beach tent. were winners from the television series “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” models.—Dorothy Crouch TIM REGAS TIM REGAS TIM REGAS TIM REGAS SIMON SOONG PHOTOGRAPHY BFYNE x Models of Color Matter Boohoo Honey Birdette Jonathan Simkhai TIM REGAS TIM REGAS SIMON SOONG PHOTOGRAPHY TIM REGAS Liliana Montoya Luli Fama Maaji My Happy by Stef Roitman TIM REGAS SIMON SOONG PHOTOGRAPHY SIMON SOONG PHOTOGRAPHY TIM REGAS Nalu Swimwear Neena Swim by Oh Polly Simonett Sinesia Karol Destination Colombia TIM REGAS TIM REGAS TIM REGAS TIM REGAS Ancora Bahama Mama Mar De Lua Mery Playa TIM REGAS TIM REGAS TIM REGAS TIM REGAS TIM REGAS Mola Mola Naranja Furcado Palmacea PQ Smeralda

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