January 2013 Post Show Review

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1 The largest apparel fabrics show in North America January 2013 Post Show Review Featuring

2 January 2013 Post Show Review Fair Date: January 14-16, 2013 Edition: 14th Venue: The Javits Convention Center-Hall 1B Location: New York City, NY Supporter: Lenzing Fibers Trend Partner: 2G2L Exhibit Participation: 238 exhibitors from 16 countries Featuring: Apparel Sourcing Pavilion Attendee Participation: 3,627 from 48 countries Seminar Programs: Sessions featuring 2014 trends, the politics of fashion, and how to start a fashion company

3 Exhibitor Profile Number of Exhibitors: 238 International Exhibitors: 217 Domestic Exhibitors: 21 Exhibitor Pavilions: - Apparel Sourcing - Lenzing Innovation - Pakistan National - Taiwan National - Turkey National Exhibitor Highlights: Texworld USA saw a 47% increase in number of exhibitors from January % of the exhibitors surveyed rated the quality of the buyers seen in their booth as good or excellent Texworld USA welcomed first time exhibitors from Belarus, Turkey and Guatemala. 90% of the exhibitors surveyes said they would exhibit again or would consider exhibiting again. Countries Represented: - Belarus - Italy - Canada - Korea - China - Pakistan - Egypt - Portugal - France - Spain - Guatemala - Taiwan - Hong Kong - Turkey - India - USA Exhibitor Feedback: This was our first time to exhibit at Texworld USA and the show was most rewarding with highinterest from numerous leading apparel brands. We will be back again in Summer. - United Berry, Taiwan This is our first year and we were looking forward to seeing as many people as possible and just trying to make as many contacts as possible. The number of people here this year has been great - we ve had a lot of interest. - Green Ivory International Inc., USA

4 Attendee Profile Number of Attendees: 3,627 from 48 countries Domestic Attendees: 96% International Attendees: 5% Attendee participation increased 8 % when compared to the January 2012 event. Attendee Demographics: Attendee Breakdown by Business Nature*: Garment Manufacturers/ Retailer/Private Label Buying Agent Independent Designer/ Consulting Firm Converter/Wholesaler/ Reseller 11% 9% Guest 7% Student 4% 14% 50% Attendees are Interested in the Following Markets*: Functional Fabrics Cotton 65% Eco-Friendly Knits 49% Prints 35% Embroidery 30% Lace 29% Wool Findings & Trims Denim 25% 27% 26% Silk 25% 25% Linen 24% 27% Mill/Fabric Manufacturer 3% Fibers / Yarns 21% Press 2% Silky Aspects 16% Attendees Primary Responsibilites or Focus*: Ladieswear 60% Menswear 32% Sportswear / Separates 24% Other 4% Attendees Serve the Following Markets*: 36% Mass Childrenswear Outerwear Juniors Lingerie / Loungewear Swimwear Home Bridal / Special Occasion 17% 16% 13% 11% 10% 8% 8% Moderate 30% Better 29% Contemporary 26% Designer / Luxury 22% Bridge 10% Other 7% Corporate / Suiting 6% Other 2% Shoes 5% *Source: Texworld USA January 2013 Attendee Registration Report

5 Attendee Survey Feedback*: 85% Of attendees found the product(s) they were looking for on the show floor Attendees Primary Methods of Sourcing Fabrics: Tradeshows 30.7% Attendees top reasons for attending: - Collect information for purchasing decisions - Visit current suppliers in the exhibit hall - See current trends and find new resources Fabric appointment in studio / office Purchasing agent overseas Colleague referrals Other Online 10.8% 10.8% 4.5% 20.5% 18.2% Trend service provider websites 2.8% Consultant 1.7% Spending Budgets for 2013: Increase significantly Increase slightly 19% 28.6% Attendees 3 Most Important Factors in Selecting a New Fabric Resource at a Tradeshow: Stay the same 56% Price 55.1% Decrease slightly Decrease significantly 0% 4.6% Quality of the fabrics Minimum order quantity Design creativity 51.7% 44.4% 29.2% Innovation/performance attributes 24.2% Ability of representatives to communicate in English 22.5% Ability of mill to custom develop 20.8% Lead time 10.1% Whether the mill has US representative/agent 8.4% Reputation of mill / client references 7.9% Other 6.7% Booth presentation at the show 2.2% *Source: Texworld USA January 2013 Attendee Survey

6 January 2013 VIP Visiting Brands & Retailers 2(x)ist Abercrombie & Fitch Adiranna Papell Amerex Group American Apparel Andrew Marc Ann Inc. Anna Sui Anthropologie Armani Exchange Athleta Banana Republic Barclays Basic Resources, Inc. BCBG Belk Inc. Bird by Juicy Couture Brooks Brothers Burton Snowboards C. Wonder Cache Inc. Calvin Klein Calvin Klein Jeans Carole Hochman Carole Hochman - Oscar de la Renta Carter s Inc. Chico s FAS Children s Place Christine Taylor Collection Club Monaco COACH Cole Haan Outerwear Converse Crocs Dankso LLC Destination Maternity Dillards Inc. Disney Theatrical Productions DKNY DKNY Jeans Dolce Vita Dolce Vita Intimates Donegar Group Donna Morgan/ Ali Ro Dress Barn Inc. ECI New York Eileen Fisher Elie Tahari Elle B Couture Escala USA Inc. Eugenia Kim Inc. Fishman & Tobin Inc. Gap Inc. G-III Apparel Guess? Inc. Haggar Herman Kay/Miss Sixty J.Crew J.Jill J.S. Group International JC Penney JC Penny - Liz Clairborne Jockey International Joe Fresh John Varvatos Jones Apparel Group Jones Jeanswear Group Jones New York Juicy Couture Kangol Kate Spade Kay Unger Kenneth Cole Kohls Komar Lafayette 148 Landau Uniforms Lane Bryant Laundry By Shelli Segal Levi Strauss & Co. Levy Group Lily Pulitzer London Fog Lord and Taylor Lucky 7 Brand Jeans Macy s Madewell Maggy London Marc by Marc Jacobs Marc Ecko Marc Jacobs Marchesa Michael Kors Michael Stars Mix - NY Brand Studios Modcloth Monique Lhuillier Mood Designer Fabrics Nas Apparel Nasty Gal Natori New York & Company Nike, Inc. Old Navy Opening Ceremony Oxford Collections Pacific Sunwear Paper Denim & Cloth Perry Ellis Phillips - Van Heusen Corp. Polo Ralph Lauren Puma Rachel Rachel Roy Rachel Roy Ralph Lauren Rebecca Taylor Reed Krakoff Republic Clothing River Island USA, Inc. Roots Canada Ltd. Ruff Hewn S. Rothschild & Co. Sears Holdings Spiegel LLC Splendid Trims Sweet Pea Ltd. Swimwear Anywear Tadashi Shoji Talbots The Cayre Group The Children s Place Theory Theyskens Theory Tiffany & Co. Tommy Hilfiger Tory Burch Tracy Reece Uniqlo Urban Outfitters Vera Bradly Victoria s Secret Victorinox Swiss Army Walt Disney World White House Black Market Woolrich, Inc. Yansi Fugel

7 Value Added Seminars: Highlights included Spring/ Summer 2014 trends, the politics of fashion, and how to start a fashion company Trend Display: Focus on Spring/Summer 2014 trends, including: Desire & Esteem, The Desire To Be, Desire & Need, and Desire For Appropriation. The Trend Forum was created by Paris fashion designers 2G2L. Trend Participants: Exhibitor fabrics, finished garments and accessories as selected by the Texworld USA trend partner 2G2L. The Trend Display is a popular first-stop for many attendees and journalists. Publicity: Advertising, editorial and discussions regarding Texworld USA have appeared in the following publications and websites: Apparel Magazine Apparel Magazine (online) California Apparel News California Apparel News (online) Ecotextile News Ecotextile News (online) Fashiondex (online) Fashion Mag (online) Just-Style (online) MR Magazine (online) Textile Insight Textile Insight (online) Textile World WWD WWD (online) Eco-friendly: Fabric manufacturers receive special recognition in the onsite directory with a leaf designation in the alphabetical listing and on signage for their booth. Elite Exhibitor Program: are recognized for having particpated in ten consecutive shows. Elite exhibitors receive booth stickers along with onsite recognition. VIP Buyers: Important buyers receive special attention with the following services: - Membership in the private Tulip Club lounge - Complimentary lunch and refreshments Exhibitors may recommend VIP Buyers to show management. For more information: twusasales@usa.messefrankfurt.com Phone: x 411 Visit: