The largest apparel fabrics show in North America. July 2012 Post Show Review

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1 The largest apparel fabrics show in North America July 2012 Post Show Review

2 July 2012 Post Show Review Fair Date: July 24-26, 2012 Edition: 13th Venue: The Javits Convention Center-Hall 1B Location: New York City, NY Supporter: Lenzing Fibers Trend Partner: 2G2L Exhibit Participation: 328 exhibitors from 15 countries Co-located Events: International Apparel Sourcing Show Home Textiles Sourcing Expo Attendee Participation: 3,297* attendees from 44 countries Seminar Programs: Sessions focusing on fiber innovations, sustainability and sourcing.

3 Exhibitor Profile Number of Exhibitors: 328 from 15 countries International Exhibitors: 303 Domestic Exhibitors: 25 Exhibitor Pavilions: - Lenzing Innovation - Japan Silk Association - Pakistan - TDAP - Taiwan - Turkey - UTIB Countries Represented: - Brazil - Lebanon - Canada - Malaysia - China - Pakistan - Hong Kong - Spain - India - Taiwan - Italy - Turkey - Japan - USA - Korea Exhibitor Highlights: Texworld USA saw a 2% increase in number of exhibitors from July % 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 Brazil, Lebanon and Malaysia. 92% of the exhibitors surveyed said they would exhibit again or would consider exhibiting again. Exhibitor Feedback: We are showing at Texworld USA for the first time. The event has been effective for us in connecting with our East Coast clientele who want to see more of us. - Ecotex, USA We have seen a steady turnout of buyers at our booth this year. We plan to exhibit again in January. - Mako, Inc./Ria Design, USA Although Rosset is well-known in the swim, lingerie and active market, we opted to show at Texworld USA to revitalize our presence in the market. The response has been good. - Rosset Group, USA We saw many new buyers from outside New York, mostly from Latin America and Puerto Rico. We are quite satisfied with this year s event. - Orientex Precision, Taiwan

4 Attendee Profile Number of Attendees: 3,297 from 44 countries Domestic Attendees: 8 International Attendees: 12% Attendee participation increased --% when compared to the July 2011 event. Attendee Demographics: Attendee Breakdown by Business Nature*: Garment Manufacturers/ Retailer/Private Label Independent Designer/ Consulting Firm Converter/Wholesaler/ Reseller 14% 14% 73% Attendees are Interested in the Following Markets*: Functional Fabrics Cotton 91% Eco-Friendly Knits 61% Prints 50% 42% Lace 39% 39% Denim 36% Embroidery 36% Silk 35% Buying Agent Findings & Trims 35% Other Linen 35% Mill/Fabric Manufacturer 7% Wool 34% Press 1% Fibers / Yarns 29% Silky Aspects 21% Attendees Primary Responsibilites or Focus*: Ladieswear 83% Menswear 45% Sportswear / Separates 29% Other 7% Attendees Serve the Following Markets*: 52% Mass Childrenswear Bridal / Special Occasion Juniors Lingerie / Loungewear 23% 20% 1 16% Moderate 45% Better 40% Contemporary 36% Home 15% Swimwear 13% Outerwear 12% Other 10% Corporate / Suiting 9% Designer / Luxury 31% Bridge 15% Other 6% Shoes *Source: Texworld USA July 2012 Attendee Registration Report

5 Attendee Survey Feedback*: 87% Of attendees found the product(s) they were looking for on the show floor Attendees Primary Methods of Sourcing Fabrics: Attendees top reasons for attending: - Collect information for purchasing decisions - Visit current suppliers in the exhibit hall - See current trends and find new resources Tradeshows Fabric appointment in studio / office Purchasing agent overseas Colleague referrals 11% 22% 21% 26% Other 60% Of attendees either place orders or consider placing orders as a direct result of Texworld USA Online 7% Consultant Trend service provider websites 3% 2% Spending Budgets for 2012: Increase significantly 15% Increase slightly 25% Stay the same Decrease slightly 51% Attendees Most Important Factors in Selecting a New Fabric Resource at a Tradeshow: Quality of the fabrics Price Minimum order quantity Design creativity 9% 12% 19% 20% Decrease significantly 1% Ability of representatives to communicate in English 9% Innovation/performance attributes Ability of mill to custom develop 7% Lead time 4% Reputation of mill / client references 4% Whether the mill has US representative/agent 4% Other 3% Booth presentation at the show 1% *Source: Texworld USA July 2012 Attendee Survey

6 July 2012 VIP Visiting Brands & Retailers 2(x)ist 3.1 Phillip Lim 525 America Adolfo Aidan Mattox Alice and Olivia Amerex Group American Apparel & Footwear Assc. Andrew Marc Ann Inc Anne Klein Anthropologie Anvil Knitwear Aramark Armani Exchange Art Institue of New York Attiq Knitwear Atwenty5 Fashions Banana Republic Band of Outsiders Barneys New York Basic Resources Bebe Belk Berek Bernardo Fashions Bill Blass Bird by Juicy Couture Bon Bebe Bradlee International Ltd. Brooks Brothers Burlington Coat Factory C Wonder Cache Calvin Klein Capezio Carole Wren Carters Casual Male Charming Shoppes/Fashion Bug Charter Fabrics Chaus/ Vince Camuto/ Cythia Steffe Chico S Fas Inc Childrens Apparel Network Club Monaco Coach Coldwater Creek Cole Haan/ G-III Converse Cotton Incorporated Dansko Derek Lam Destination Maternity Dillards DKNY DKNY Jeans Dress Barn Dupont Eci New York Eileen Fisher, Inc. Electric Love Army Elie Tahari Elizabeth & James Eugenia Kim Inc Express Fishman & Tobin Forever 21, Inc Free Country Gap G-III Apparel Group H2O Collection Haggar Sportwear Hanes Brand Inc Hickey Freeman Hms International J Crew J.Jill Jcpenney Jessica Simpson Outerwear Jetro New York Jockey International, Inc. Joe Fresh Jones Apparel Group Juicy Couture Kate Spade Kay Unger New York Kenneth Cole Kohls La Maison Simons Lambertex Lane Bryant Lf Usa Li & Fung Usa Lilly Pulitzer Liz Claiborne Lord & Taylor Macys Maggy London Maidenform, Inc. Marc Jacobs Michael Kors Mti Usa Natori New Balance Athletic Shoe Inc. New York & Company Nic+Zoe Nordstrom Inc. Nyc Knitwear Opening Ceremony Orvis P.Kaufmann Inc. Pacific Sunwear Paige Denim/Fit Paperdenim&Cloth Perry Ellis Phillips Van Heusen Polo Ralph Lauren Pvh Corp QVC R. Scott French Ralph Lauren Rebecca Taylor Reebok Ccm Rocawear Boys - LF USA Rogan Rousso Apparel Group Ruff Hewn Saks Fifth Avenue/Off 5th Splendid/Ella Moss Talbots Target The Apparel Group The Childrens Place The Doneger Group The Donna Karan Company The Gap The Jones Group The Levy Group The Mens Wearhouse The Walt Disney Co. Toms Tory Burch Town & Country Uniforms Toys R Us Tumi Level 8 Under Armour, Inc. Uniqlo USA Inc. Urban Outfitters VF Corporation Vibram Victor Costa Inco. Victoria s Secret Victoria s Secret Pink Victorinox Swiss Army Wal-Mart Walt Disney Entertainment Weatherproof

7 Value Added Seminars: Focused on fiber innovations, sustainability, and sourcing. Exclusive Seminar for Exhibitors: How to Sell in the USA: An informative seminar discussing the state of the U.S. economy, the top producing retailers, current buying trends and Q & A with a major retail buyer. Trend Display: Focus on Fall/Winter 2013/2014 trends, including: Conscientious Crochet, Fundamental Awakening, Quixotic Reincarnation, and Virtuous Revival. The Trend Forum was created by Paris fashion designers 2G2L. Trend Participants: Exhibitor fabrics, finished garments and accessories as selected by the Texworld USA Selection Committee. 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: About Sources About Sources (online) Apparel Magazine Apparel Magazine (online) California Apparel News California Apparel News (online) Collezioni Ecotextile News Ecotextile News (online) Fashiondex Fashiondex (online) Fashion Mag (online) Inside Fashion Just-Style (online) MR Magazine MR Magazine (online) Textile Insight Textile Insight (online) Textile World Textile World(online) 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. VIP Buyers: Important buyers receive special attention with the following services: - Membership in the private Tulip Club lounge - Complimentary lunch and refreshments - Complimentary car service to and from the event Exhibitors may recommend VIP Buyers to show management. For more information: twusasales@usa.messefrankfurt.com Phone: x 402 Visit: