The Interfiliѐre New York fabric show took place on September 23. The event was hosted by Eurovet and Invista. The show was packed with fabric collections from around the world and valuable strategic information designed to service the North American market. The offerings presented a geographically balanced cross section of the best mills in Europe, Asia and America. New this year was the presence of manufacturers from North and South America servicing the local intimate apparel, swim wear and active wear market. There were large multi store retailers as well as upcoming designer brands.

Production managers, merchandisers and designers used the chance to initiate technical discussions and revisit sourcing techniques. Exhibitors were able to meet numerous new brands. The audience was challenged to rethink how brands market their lines, how they have to embrace product innovation for the customer who buys only in season and on the spur of the moment.

The show is a local event for companies that cannot send large production and design teams to Interfilière in Paris. Designers, fabric experts, research and development experts sat down with mills and manufacturers of accessories and print designers to discuss and prepare their next collections.

Eurovet is a leading trade show organizer for lingerie and swim wear.

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