Swing by Source Custom for an informative, fun, and free t-shirt printing demonstration — and take home a complimentary t-shirt, while supplies last. Taking place Sunday through Wednesday.
Swing by Source Custom for an informative, fun, and free t-shirt printing demonstration — and take home a complimentary t-shirt, while supplies last. Taking place Sunday through Wednesday.
Get valuable guidance on navigating the changing landscape of manufacturing in China, as experts such as Manufacturer.com and Top10Wholesale.com match individual needs to the over 500 exhibiting Chinese factories offering resources including denim, knits, performance sportswear, contemporary dresswear, accessories, footwear, and more. Open Sunday through Wednesday.
Get front-row access to Pantone’s full lineup of color products for the fashion industry — plus, custom MAGIC/Pantone® Spring/Summer 2013 color cards, available exclusively at MAGIC. Open Sunday through Wednesday.
Access everything sourcing, at SOURCING at MAGIC’s one-stop resource shop: onsite matchmaking services, show information, introductions, and education, as well as connecting with sourcing consultants from USA-ITA, SGS Consumer Testing Services, About Sources, Fashion Business Incorporated, Pantone, Panjiva, and more. Open Sunday through Wednesday.
Arrive early to claim a coveted, special-edition SOURCING at MAGIC show bag — the convenient (and collectable!) way to carry a directory, information, handouts, and more. Limited quantities given out Sunday through Wednesday.
See key Spring/Summer 2013 fashion trends brought to life in an interactive, tactile environment; explore design themes through fabric, trim, and color trends — compliments of Fashion Snoops, the leading global forecaster of fashion trends. Open Sunday through Wednesday.
Refuel with a choice of global cuisine including Chinese, Indian, and Tex-Mex. Open Sunday 12:00PM-4:30PM, and Monday through Wednesday 11:00AM-5:00PM.
Witness a live calligraphic demonstration by award-winning, master Chinese calligraphist, Mr. Peng Han Cang, and be one of a limited number of attendees to receive one of his dynamic creations, on the spot. Taking place Sunday through Wednesday.
Join MAGIC, FN PLATFORM and USRA for an extraordinary day of golf at a Jack Nicklaus designed course, Bear’s Best. Enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch, along with cocktails served throughout the day. Courtesy transportation and gof club rentals available as well. By invitation only. RSVP required.
Share in the excitement as SOURCING at MAGIC kicks off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony amidst the sounds of a traditional Chinese band — all on the SOURCING show floor.
A must-attend sales session addressing how to build a great sales force, establish goals, train a team, and develop effective selling techniques. Speaker: Joe Salzano, VP Sales, The Clarks Companies.
Presented by respected experts, an enlightening conversation on the future of footwear retailing: how they view the industry today and in the future, and how they are responding as vendors, retailers, and partners.
Join the experts and your industry associates for complimentary cocktails and networking directly following the USRA hosted footwear panel.
Add some fashion to your fingertips at the Minx Nail Bar! Minx patented nail coatings have inspired and excited beauty enthusiasts and elevated the role of nail fashion around the world.
View the live work of artist Justin Pierce, as he paints a 16-foot mural throughout the Central Hall show floor. Get a front-row seat to the creation of his custom brand of urban artwork, currently seen via clothing, galleries, and murals — including the Chandler Center for Performing Arts in Chandler, Arizona. Taking place Monday through Wednesday.
Take a break and join the hippest trend of the season at the DIY Station, manned by Alicia DiRago of DismountCreative.com [1] and Jenni Radosevich of ISpyDIY.com. Witness the most imaginative minds in DIY as they make—and give away—an accessory every day while discussing their creations, blogs, and Jenni’s upcoming book. Taking place Monday through Wednesday, with limited crafts given out while supplies last.
Come celebrate our French and other international exhibitors in the Heart of Prêt/WHITE Lounge, as WWDMAGIC continues its collaboration with famous European fashion salon, Prêt à Porter Paris.
Connect at The Concourse: the can’t-miss, interactive destination at the core of WWDMAGIC, providing a real-time look at the trends and styles shaping the lives of today’s teens, tweens, and young women.
Look on as influential Spanish artist Almeriane creates the works that have won her a place in the collections of Spain’s king and other famous figures, and launched the imaginative art-to-wear line from distinguished, LA-based fashion brand My Tribe. Check out the custom, 800-foot booth at the front of North Hall, where the artist herself will be painting and available for interviews. Plus, place an order at the show, and become eligible to win one of an assortment of prizes, including scarves, books, and paintings! Taking place Monday through Wednesday.
Stroll by, and dine on everyone’s favorite delicacy — the perfect way to refuel with fare that’s fresh and light.
Keep ahead of the curve with a visit to The Concourse’s new Buzz Boutique, a directional new space for app gurus and forward-thinking platforms relevant to today’s fashion business
Get a sneak peek at the top lines of tomorrow, as WWDMAGIC and FBI (Fashion Business Incorporated) introduce a select collection of emerging design talent to seasoned professionals. Discover fashion on the cusp with this exciting new addition to North Hall!
Get in the know about the best new resources at MAGIC, shopping tips and insider information from the action sports industry’s premier retail association.
PROJECT 10 is a platform designed to support authentic brands that we feel are influencing fashion through creativity, passion and individualism. The 4th Edition of PROJECT 10 will be on the S.L.A.T.E. show floor with a focus on street, skate, cycling and art communities.
Receive a complimentary foot rub and a fresh pair of Stance socks courtesy of everyone’s favorite sock company.
The hottest streetwear bloggers from around the world, showcasing their sites and posting live from the show floor. Learn from the experts about streetwear products and trends, and meet the editors from Highsnobiety.com, Antennamag.com, Nicekicks.com, KarmaloopTV.com and other sites hand selected by Marcus Troy.
A live art exhibition by some of the world’s most well-known street artists. Taking place Monday through Wednesday throughout S.L.A.T.E.
Nonstop live DJs each day, provided by Skullcandy.
Relax and enjoy a complimentary haircut from NYC’s hippest barbershop – Frank’s Chop Shop.
Complimentary tattoos by one of the top artists in the field are available to attendees courtesy of Tribal Streetwear.
Reward tired feet for all their hard work! Take a break to soothe sore feet with foot massages, compliments of Foot Petals. Available daily beginning at 11:00AM.
Take advantage of a truly unique opportunity to see rare prints, at FN PLATFORM’s retrospective of vintage footwear advertising dating back as far as 1930.
Meet the bloggers and see what the buzz is about at the Footwear News booth — otherwise known as blogger-central at FN PLATFORM! Be a part of this hub as the hottest footwear bloggers post on the happenings and report on the trends, live from the lounge.
Arrive early to claim a coveted, special-edition FN PLATFORM show bag — the convenient (and collectable!) way to carry a directory, information, handouts, and more. Limited quantities given out Sunday through Wednesday.
Match. Set. Point. See how British designers are changing the footwear fashion game at the British Footwear Association’s installation — located just inside the entrance to FN PLATFORM.
PROJECT 10 is a platform designed to support authentic brands that we feel are influencing fashion through creativity, passion and individualism. The 4th Edition of PROJECT 10 will be on the S.L.A.T.E. show floor with a focus on street, skate, cycling and art communities.
This introductory workshop by Mercedes Gonzalez - Director of Global Purchasing Companies, gives you all the information necessary to ensure a successful buying experience: show-floor layout, day-to-day scheduling and time maximization tips, buying advice, an event review, and of course, a chance for questions.. You won’t want to miss this interactive and informative workshop and opportunity to meet MAGIC’s retail relations specialists who will be available to answer any questions.
Apparel and footwear powerhouses detail how they mitigate digital risk and grow their e-commerce channels while protecting their brands online — plus exclusive foresight on the effects of 2013’s domain-naming system expansion. Panelists: Brian Winterfeldt, Esq., Partner, Steptoe & Johnson LLP; Eric Mueller, Director, Global Anti-counterfeiting, Levi Strauss & Co. & Leah Evert-Burks, Director of Brand Protection, Deckers Outdoor Corporation. Moderator: Frederick Felman, Chief Marketing Officer, MarkMonitor.
Stop by our designated S.L.A.T.E. expert – armed with information, event passes and other goodies. Located in the front of S.L.A.T.E. Monday through Wednesday.
A value-intensive session helping retailers avoid the mistakes that so often close a store before it can even get started: tricks of the trade covering location, buying, private labeling, retail math, merchandising, terms, and the sales team. Speaker: Mercedes Gonzalez, Director, Global Purchasing Companies.
Meet author Charlotte Smith as she signs copies of her book Dreaming of Chanel amidst key vintage designer pieces from her collection, mirrored by an installation of modern fashions from WWDMAGIC exhibiting brands. Arrive early: Receive a free autographed copy of her book while supplies last! Taking place Monday through Wednesday, 11:00AM-3:30PM.
Presented by John Faris, Director, Cross-Channel Marketing, Red Door Interactive.
Presented by Michael Brook, Publisher of Concrete Wave and Longboard Retailer Magazine.
See buzzed-about Fall 2012 looks brought to life, as models walk the runway in fashions from the best brands in North Hall and romance-inspired footwear from Seychelles. Taking place Monday through Wednesday at 1:00PM.
SUPERHEAT will anchor the SLATE Show with a Mini-Ramp event in the center of the showfloor named “ACES HIGH MINI RAMP JAM PRESENTED BY SUPERHEAT.” Ryan Clements from Skate Park of Tampa will commentate the Jam. Riders scheduled to attend include Mike Vallely, Ben Hatchell, John Rattray, Chad Bartie, Kyle Berard, AnthonySchultz, David Loy, and more.
Buyers, indulge in a late-day energy boost with a yummy assortment of sugary treats, compliments of FN PLATFORM.
Experts present overviews on the dynamic evolution of China as a sourcing destination and consumer mega-market, along with sharing strategies on how U.S. fashion brands and retail chains can enter and develop this business. Speakers: Josh Green, CEO, Panjiva & Renee Hartmann, Founder, China Luxury Network. Moderator: Katherine Stein, SGS Consumer Testing Service, Softlines International Business Development/Softlines Sales.
Toast the new season, on us! Enjoy fine wine and hand-selected chocolates delivered to each exhibitor’s booth during extended show hours until 7:00PM compliments of WWDMAGIC.
15 pro and upstart amateur skaters including current and former long ollie record holders will compete for cash and prizes and to shatter the existing long ollie world record.
Meet Mike Rowe host of Discovery Channel’s Dirty Jobs and pitchman for CAT Footwear.
Celebrate the year of the “changing” dragon: Head to the China Lounge for complimentary cocktails, the live traditional Chinese music, and the chance to win an iPad 2 — winner announced at 5:30PM.
Stop by the SOURCING Resource Center for a chance to win an iPad 2 and to learn more about Premier China: home to China’s top certified manufacturers of apparel and accessories.
Honor our French and other international exhibitors with a WWDMAGIC-hosted cocktail reception in Club 34.
Join the crew from CBNC for a scenic ride through Sin City. Swing by their booth in PROJECT 10 to get more information. If you want to ride, be sure to bring your bike to Las Vegas!
Can you feel the love tonight? Join us as we turn the FN Café into the Love Shack and rock out to your favorite songs of the 80’s, 90’s and today performed by the Peter Monroy Band.Share in the excitement as we host the first annual FDRA Lifetime Achievement Award honoring Ron Fromm as 2011’s outstanding retailer and wholesaler. Enjoy complimentary food and drinks, maybe you’ll find your Valentine!
S.L.A.T.E., in association with Rock the Bells, has created a very special event at MAGIC – Ms. Lauryn Hill performing music from “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.” By invitation only, RSVP required.
Toast to a successful season at Marquee nightclub, the hippest new spot on the Las Vegas Strip. Take advantage of free admission before 11:00PM with a MAGIC attendee badge.
Experts from one of the oldest privately held financial firms in the U.S. provide valuable insights and a thought-provoking business discussion on planning for Fall 2012.
Panelists:Tarek Hassan, Owner, The Tannery
Diane Sullivan, CEO, Brown Shoe Company
Beth Goldstein, Senior Category Specialist, Fashion Footwear & Accessories, The NPD Group, Inc.
Pat Devaney, SVP, Stella International
Cliff Sifford, EVP, Shoe Carnival
Abe Rogowsky, Owner, Shoe Parlor.
Moderator:
Sam Poser, Managing Director, Sterne Agee.
Gina Ashe, CEO of KRUSH will unveil the results of the KRUSH Report that details over 120,000 ratings from consumers who've previewed next seasons lines for brands like DC, Fallen, C1RCA, Emerica, Element, Osirus, DVS and others. Ashe will describe how brands and retailers can significantly remove risk from their seasonal buys by previewing collections and crowd-sourcing demand.
First-hand information on finding, interviewing, and training an expert staff — including proven pointers for motivating team members, skyrocketing job satisfaction, creating a positive atmosphere, and most importantly, making sales. Speaker: Mercedes Gonzalez, Director, Global Purchasing Companies.
Get the first look at Betsey Johnson’s Fall 2012 line, personally presented by the fashion icon, exclusively on The Concourse floor.
Stop by for a meet and greet with NASCAR drivers Angela and Amber Cope — celebrity spokespeople for Luichiny, internationally inspired footwear for the trendsetting fashionista. Then, fall in love at Skechers, with French bulldog Mr. Quiggly, the brand’s 2012 celebrity spokespet.
Following her much anticipated seminar, Boosting Brand Image: Celebrities and Fashion Marketing, author and celebrity-PR expert Sarah J. Ashbrook, as she signs copies of her book Will Work for Shoes: The Business Behind Red Carpet Product Placement. Swing by to purchase an exclusive signed copy — and learn how to harness the star power of celebrities to generate unimaginable brand exposure.
SUPERHEAT will anchor the SLATE Show with a Mini-Ramp event in the center of the showfloor named “ACES HIGH MINI RAMP JAM PRESENTED BY SUPERHEAT.” Ryan Clements from Skate Park of Tampa will commentate the Jam. Riders scheduled to attend include Mike Vallely, Ben Hatchell, John Rattray, Chad Bartie, Kyle Berard, AnthonySchultz, David Loy, and more.
Your inner 007 will feel right at home. Mingle and mix and of course enjoy a cocktail on us. Cocktail party held in the CAMP/BOND lounge on the FN PLATFORM show floor for Men’s Retailers.
Be serenaded by the sounds of Flamenco and enjoy a refreshing cocktail compliments of FICE - The Spanish Footwear Federation.
Stop by the SOURCING Resource Center for a chance to win an iPad 2 and to learn more about Premier China: home to China’s top certified manufacturers of apparel and accessories.
Enjoy some great networking, complete with hor d'oevres and cocktails - the perfect alternative to a candlelit dinner for two!
Mix and mingle at the official Project & S.L.A.T.E. party. DJ sets by A-Trak,Vice, Wale, and Kreayshawn. Bring your Project or S.L.A.T.E. badge for admission. 21 and over please.
Mix and mingle at the official Project & S.L.A.T.E. party. DJ sets by A-Trak,Vice, Wale, and Kreayshawn. Bring your Project or S.L.A.T.E. badge for admission. 21 and over please.
Come together to support creativity, as FN PLATFORM recognizes the Best New Exhibitor, Most Creative Use of Exhibit Space, and Most Innovative Booth Interior at our annual Booth Awards.
Links:
[1] http://dismountcreative.com/
[2] http://www.superheatgames.com/
[3] http://www.maloofskateboarding.com/