Cotton Incorporated To Present Spring/Summer 2009 Apparel Trend Forecast During 2008 Material World Miami Beach
Atlanta, GA - Cotton Incorporated will present Cotton Incorporated's Apparel Trend Forecast Spring/Summer 2009 as part of the special educational conference for sewn product industry members during the April 8-10, 2008 edition of Material World Miami Beach, held at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Scheduled for Tuesday, April 8 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m., the program will be led by Jenna Caccavo, Cotton Incorporated's Product Trend Analyst.
Caccavo's presentation identifies integrative essence as the common thread through each of the Spring/Summer 2009 trends. Caccavo will introduce five color stories predicted to influence both the apparel and home markets in the coming year: Frequency, Intuitive Wisdom, Tunnel Vision, Synectics and Blurred Existence. Caccavo's presentation rests on the notion that the joining of apparel and home shows the integrative nature society is taking. Cotton Incorporated has added three home colors to each palette, adding weight and structure for the home market.
"We're delighted to add Cotton Incorporated's Apparel Trend Forecast for Spring/Summer 2009 to our line-up," says Betty Webb, show director, Material World. "Industry visitors will have a chance to see the latest offerings from suppliers, attend forecasting programs like this one and get an inside look at the most up-to-date apparel colors, trends, textures and fabrics."
In addition to its Spring/Summer 2009 trend forecast, Cotton Incorporated technical experts will be available to explain the company's latest textile technologies that improve cotton's natural performance properties, as well as provide assistance in sourcing cotton for manufacturing needs.
"The application of new technologies to cotton is a major activity of Cotton Incorporated in improving cotton's market share and increasing profitability throughout the supply chain," says Mike Tyndall, Managing Director Product Development & Implementation, Cotton Incorporated. "As cotton is a highly technical fiber, products made from cotton can offer the consumer a wide range of functional properties. Material World provides the perfect venue for Cotton Incorporated to feature such developments."
Strategically timed to showcase Spring/Summer 2009 trends, the April 2008 edition of Material World Miami Beach once again offers sewn product industry members a one-stop global resource for sourcing, fabric, trim and trends. New for 2008, Material World Miami Beach will put the spotlight on three key growth areas, including: Eco-Friendly, Performance and Sourcing Solutions: Global Matchmaking at Material World. These categories will be emphasized with dedicated educational programming, special promotions and new product resources.
Further expanding the exhibition's comprehensive offerings Material World runs concurrently with Technology Solutions, the premier exposition and conference for information technology that enables today's sewn products industry. In addition, attendees will also be able to take advantage of:
COMPREHENSIVE EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE
Material World Miami Beach will feature an unrivaled educational conference, including programs hosted by the AAFA touching on some of the most important issues impacting today's sewn products industry ranging from sourcing and supply chain to logistics, trade and more.
A ONE-STOP SHOW PLACE TO SOURCE FABRIC, TRIM AND TRENDS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
In addition to the most comprehensive presentation of US domestic and regional providers from throughout the Americas and the Caribbean, the spring 2008 edition of Material World Miami Beach will also include a strong international exhibitor base of fabric and trimming suppliers as well as garment manufacturers and representatives from around the globe, including China, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, India, Pakistan, Africa, Japan, Bangladesh and many more.
SPRING/SUMMER 2009 COLOR AND TREND FORECASTS
In addition to product packaging and sourcing opportunities, the April 2008 event will feature a trend pavilion highlighting the color, fabric, and trim elements expected to define the fashion direction for spring/summer 2009. In addition, color and trend presentations from leading forecasting services including Pantone, Stylesight and Promostyl will be a key part of the event.
About Material World
Produced and managed by Urban Expositions, Material World is an official event of the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), that showcases the introduction and innovation from approximately 400 leading companies from around the world in every sector, including fabric, trim, yarn, components, education institutions, contractors, manufacturers, technology (CAD, PDM, web-enabled solutions), full-package providers, publications, services (freight forwarders, financial, color/trend forecasting), associations and others. For more information please visit www.material-world.com
MATERIAL WORLD/TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS QUICKFACTS:
Hours: Tuesday, April 8: 10 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday, April 9: 10 AM - 5 PM
Thursday, April 10: 10 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, Hall B, Miami Beach, FL USA Travel: For discounted hotels, call Connections at 404.842.0000 or 800.262.9974 Show Info: For exhibitor or attendee information on Material World, call 678.285.3976. Email: mwinfo@urbanexpositions.com or Website: www.material-world.com
SOURCE: Cotton Incorporated