Greenshowroom Trends AW 16/17 Sharp cuts and exclusive materials From couture to tailoring and from fine natural fibres to handcrafted items: the high-quality processing of exclusive materials combined with traditional handcraftsmanship and skilled tailoring are the on-trend themes for the coming autumn/winter season 2016/17.
Elegant women s fashions: from couture to tailoring Classic tailoring, striking cuts, perfect fits and elegant design the labels Studio Elsien Gringhuis, Suite 13, Walkboxx, Silkboxx and Somyso showcase luxurious ladies fashion. The sporty-elegant fashion by Studio Elsien Gringhuis is sharp, angular and reduced to the essentials. A clean design and innovative cuts are what characterise this Dutch label. Studio Elsien Gringhuis Suite 13 works with symmetric cuts and special details. The dress by the brand from Barcelona appeals not only with its strong red colour, but also its clever cut. Suite 13 In its current collection, Somyso plays with asymmetries. A-line skirts give rise to feminine silhouettes, while the strapless tops are playful, full of detail and timeless. Somyso 1
Walkboxx stays with slim-fit culottes for the coming winter. The fashionable must-have reinterpreted and combined with a classic turtleneck in a berry monochrome look. Walkboxx Silkboxx presents bow tie blouses with retro patterns in warm colours and a wrap skirt with a 70s touch in a couture-like high-quality finish. Silkboxx Nine to Five Alina Schuerfeld Shoes and bags are among the wares offered by the Hamburg labels Nine to Five and Alina Schuerfeld. Both work with vegetable-dyed calf and fish leather. The classic Chelsea boots, ankle boots and bags by Nine to Five in cognac and black are the perfect companions for everyday. And the elegant pumps by Alina Schuerfeld will make any eveningwear look fabulous. 2
Fine knits: soft and warm Gobi Organic by Sarazul uses exclusively undyed Mongolian cashmere. Its warming characteristics and a pleasant feel turn the pullovers, knit jackets and coats by the Mongolian label into exclusive high fashion. Bang on trend: a cuddly soft long coat. Sarazul Altai Cashmere Ujin Luxurious natural fibres such as yak, cashmere and baby camel hair are presented by the Mongolian Wool and Cashmere Association with the labels Myak, Altai Cashmere, Mongol Textile and Ujin. The fine, high-quality knitwear and woven items such as cardigans, pullovers and scarves appeal with their softness and snuggle against the skin. Myak The Dutch label Elementum by Daniela Pais, which works with cashmere and baby Alpaca among other materials, showcases multifunctional and convertible pieces of clothing of the finest quality. Elementum Knitwear can be worn as a scarf, dress or top. Elementum 3
Perfect couple: design and tradition Traditional craftsmanship meets the zeitgeist! The labels Abury, Kara Weaves and Living Blue combine their knowledge of cultural and artistic traditions with contemporary design. Abury showcases high-quality bags that unite Moroccan tradition with glamour. This makes them incredibly current: heritage is on trend. Abury Scarves, shawls and dresses are presented by the brand Kara Weaves and Living Blue. Kara Weaves from India offers hand-woven cotton that is used in many capacities, including for Ayurveda. Traditional colours and patterns are coupled with contemporary design standards. Kara Weaves Living Blue also specialises in fine, handmade products. The label from Bangladesh presents scarves and shawls made from silk and cotton that are based on Bangladeshi khetas. These are hand-made quilts with a special wave-like grain. The materials are dyed using the colour found in Indian indigo plants. Previously a producer for major luxury companies, Living Blue will be presenting its own collection at Greenshowroom for the first time. Living Blue 4
IT WILL LAST FOR EVER IF YOU DO IT RIGHT Press contact: Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH Stefan Jakob Tel: +49 69 75 75 58 22 E-Mail: stefan.jakob@messefrankfurt.com Kern Kommunikation Rebecca Espenschied Tel: +49 69 65 00 57 32 E-Mail: presse@kernkommunikation.de Greenshowroom and Ethical Fashion Show Berlin: the centre for green fashion The centre for eco-fashion in the spotlight: the Greenshowroom and Ethical Fashion Show Berlin are Europe s biggest B2B platform for environmentally-friendly and fairly-produced fashion as part of Berlin Fashion Week. At the Postbahnhof in Berlin s Ostbahnhof station, more than 160 international labels present their wares. High fashion and matching accessories are showcased at the Greenshowroom, while street and casualwear can be found at the Ethical Fashion Show Berlin. A varied fringe programme with shows, a networking party, press conferences, presentations and podium discussions complete the threeday trade fair offer. The organiser of both events is Messe Frankfurt, which, with nearly 50 textile trade fairs in Europe, Asia and America, is the global market leader for specialist trade fairs in the textile industry. Background information on Messe Frankfurt Messe Frankfurt is one of the world s leading trade fair organisers, generating around 645 million in sales and employing 2,297* people. The Messe Frankfurt Group has a global network of 29 subsidiaries and 57 international Sales Partners, allowing it to serve its customers on location in more than 160 countries. Messe Frankfurt events take place at more than 40 locations around the globe. In 2014, Messe Frankfurt organised a total of 132 trade fairs, of which more than half took place outside Germany. Comprising an area of 592,127 square metres, Messe Frankfurt s exhibition grounds are home to ten exhibition halls. The company also operates two congress centres. The historic Festhalle, one of the most popular venues in Germany, plays host to events of all kinds. Messe Frankfurt is publicly owned, with the City of Frankfurt holding 60 per cent and the State of Hesse 40 per cent. For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com *provisional figures 2015 5