The worlds of intimates and beachwear are returning to Lyon, France, in 2016. Eurovet, organizer of Mode City and Interfilière, has decided to move the trade shows from Paris to Lyon for the event this year, which takes place July 9-11. The Salon International de la Lingerie and Interfilière Paris will continue as scheduled from Jan. 23-25, 2016, at the Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles in Paris.

According to organizers, the move back to Lyon is due to the final of the UEFA Euro 2016, which is scheduled to take place in Paris at the same time and would create challenges for attendees booking accommodations for the shows. The return to Lyon will be a homecoming of sorts. Mode City and Interfilière were held in Lyon until 2008, when they moved to Paris. Known as a vibrant art, culture and textile center, Lyon offers plenty of hotel accommodations and is ideally located as a European transportation hub. Organizers expect an easy transition back to Lyon as the staff knows the city well and the event is receiving strong support from the Eurexpo Exhibition Park and the Greater Lyon City Council.

For assistance with accommodations, visit modecity.b-network.com and interfiliere.b-network.com

The OFFPRICE Show has hired Melissa Witnik as sales and operations coordinator. Witnik will assist the sales and operations teams with executing the OFFPRICE Show. Duties include creating and modifying sales reports, informing buyers of event details, assisting in coordinating event sponsorship, and laying out and managing the show floor plan. Previously, Witnik worked for White Lodging Services, most recently as the banquet manager at the Marriott Milwaukee Downtown. Witnik, who resides in Milwaukee, has a bachelor’s degree in hospitality business from Michigan State University. The OFFPRICE Shows and Publications are produced by the Dublin-based Tarsus Group, which serves niche markets with online media and trade events. Tarsus has offices in Paris, London, Shanghai and Milwaukee, the home of OFFPRICE.

For more information, visit tarsus.com or offpriceshow.com

Mud Pie founder and CEO Marcia Miller is back at the helm of her brand, having regained ownership of the award-winning gift and apparel company.

Five years after entering into an equity partnership with Lineage Capital, Mud Pie has doubled in size both physically and financially. Because of its high rate of growth, Miller decided to regain control of the company and has reached a mutually beneficial arrangement with Lineage Capital. “Mud Pie is truly our third child and has been a labor of love for over 27 years,· explains Miller. “Our associates are like family to us, both here and abroad. We are also incredibly committed to our retailers and want to keep the personal touch that a family business can provide.” The entrepreneur says she values the knowledge and guidance of her Lineage associates. “They brought new expertise and ideas that helped us to professionalize our processes,” she says. “We have made strong additions to our management team with the depth of experience needed to take the business to the next level.

 
For more information, visit wholesale.mud-pie.com.

Amoressa Swimwear is being introduced for Season 2016 by Miraclesuit®- the world leader in slimming swimwear. Featuring architectural and strategic design elements, the Amoressa collection reflects the active Californian lifestyle, suitable for all women whose innate fashion sensibility includes a deep appreciation for the benefits of both shaping and sexy swimwear. “Our modern architectural attitude is used to maximize a woman’s most flattering features while also enhancing them.” states designer Laurie Allyn. Styles are accentuated with asymmetrical seaming, mesh details and fashion hardware for the chic discerning client.

“This collection was born out of a friendship and Ooint] love of swimwear that began many years ago. This is our first opportunity to collaborate and bring our dream to life,” explains Allyn and Jacob Feigenbaum, president of Amoressa.

Manufactured in the USA from exquisite fabrics sourced the world over – styles are striking, comfortable and body contouring. According to the company, the appeal of this collection is universal in scope and will be offered only to the finest stores around the world.

By appointment only, contact Jay Feigenbaum at 212-997-5030.

Following its milestone 10th Anniversary last year, Interfilière Shanghai will return to the Shanghai Convention Center, October 12-13, offering a complete selection of intimates and swimwear and a new focus on the “athleisure” (athletic-leisure) market. Organized by industry leader Eurovet, the trade show has become a must-attend event. Interfilière Shanghai has grown progressively each year, and in 2014 increased to 275 exhibitors with over 7,300 visitors from 53 countries in attendance. The directional trade show includes seven product­based sectors ranging from fabric to accessories to machinery/software. Known as a leader in the intimate-apparel industry, Interfilière recognizes the latest in industry trends and has added a new performance focus this year. Due to the growth of the athleisure lifestyle, the exhibition will offer the latest in technical performance fabrics and materials to meet the growing demand in the marketplace.

In addition, Invista and Hyosung, global leaders in the spandex market. will create pavilions to present their respective Lycra and Creora product ranges.

A highlight of the upcoming show will be its popular trend forums showcasing Spring/Summer 2017 trends for swimwear and beachwear as well as intimates, loungewear and sportswear. The trade show will also include a German pavilion and a full seminar and workshop program covering the hottest industry topics and trends in the market.

For more information, visit www.interfiliere.com.

Fortune Swimwear has entered a multi-year licensing agreement with Karen Kane to create swimwear, cover-ups and activewear under the Karen Kane label. A division of Coast Style Group, Fortune Swimwear will manufacture, distribute and market the collection, which will target the better market for missy and plus sizes. The swimwear collection is set to launch for Cruise 2016 at the SwimShow in Miami, and activewear will follow for Spring ’16. Culver City, Calif.-based Fortune Swimwear has more than 20 years of experience within the missy, plus-size, and junior swim and resortwear markets. The new swimwear collection is designed to flatter a woman’s figure, with elegant draped details, and modest coverage and support. Styles include maillots, tankinis, bikinis and tunics made in striking solids and Karen Kane’s signature prints. Swimwear and coordinating cover-ups are designed to make a statement on the beach and poolside. Look for embellished details and sophisticated prints in moody blue hues, feminine florals and bold geometric designs to be highlights of the collection.

For more information contact Caroline Hanley at 212-944-6695

EUROJERSEY has captured the coveted “Designer of the Year 2015” award for beachwear from lnterfiliere Paris and Paris Capitale de la Creation-Eurovet. The award, which will be presented at the lnterfiliere Paris, taking place July 4-6, celebrates the Italian company’s leadership in the production of patented warp knit Sensitive Fabrics.

“EUROJERSEY is the European textile leader in this sector, with almost 60 years of experience,• says Marie-Laure Bellon, CEO of Eurovet. “Performance, innovation and creativity are the pillars of the company, whose strategy blends constant focus on quality and sustainable development of production processes.” EUROJERSEY offers an extensive range of premium Italian quality fabrics, which are perfect for swimwear and lingerie, as well as sportswear and ready-to-wear. Sensitive Fabrics are lightweight, breathable and functional, making them a leading choice for exclusive designer collections. They offer high-tech features such as body mapping, bonding and taping, and the latest application techniques, including contouring and laser cuts. In addition, EUROJERSEY continues to be a leader in printing innovations, such as Ecoprint technology and 30 printing.

For more information, visit sensitivefabrics.it.

OPNYC, formerly known as the “Taste of OFFPRICE” Show, took place May 3-5 at Gotham Hall in New York’s Garment District, with many major national retailers in attendance. OPNYC rebranded its name this year, but the event continues to offer retailers the best values on apparel and accessories at discounted prices. With 65 exhibiting companies, the intimate size of OPNYC gave retailers the opportunity to meet with many of the exhibitors, and prepare for their summer and fall seasons with products priced at 20 to 70 percent below wholesale costs. “The OFFPRICE Show, and our market-sized events such as OPNYC, are extremely important and vital for retailers to find and source products that keep them in the game,• says Stephen Krogulski, CEO of the OFFPRICE Show. “Apparel sourced at OPNYC can be the difference for retail stores.” Additional OFFPRICE shows include OPMiami and the upcoming OFFPRICE Show in Las Vegas, which will take place Aug. 15-18 at the Sands Expo. For more information, visit offpriceshow.com.

Trimera Brands acquired Oceanfront from CIT Financial last year, and Kevin McFall has big plans for the company. McFall formerly headed up Oceanfront, and in his new position as president of Trimera Brands. he plans to double the company’s overall business over the next 18 to 24 months Considering McFall’s track record in the swimwear business-Oceanfront had reached a volume of $50 million under his direction-the goal seems more than achievable. Oceanfront has been a leader in the Junior swim market and has a strong private-label business, which includes retailers such Target, JCPenney, Kohl’s, Buckle and Forever 21. Combined with its strong portfolio of house and national brands, including the license for Champion swimwear, Oceanfront is a perfect fit for Trimera. “We have been very fortunate to partner with the largest retailers on their brands to take them into the swimwear category,” says McFall, whose specialty is direct-to-retailer brand extensions (DTRs). “Having Trimera as a partner, we can now take the company to the next level internationally.” McFall brings more than 37 years of knowledge and experience to Trimera Brands. He started in the business as a sales rep for Ocean Pacific at Lunada Bay, and has since served as president of numerous swimwear companies, including Ocean Pacific, Jones New York, Ecko, Miss Me, Candie’s/Bongo, Mudd, Champion and Oceanfront.

The sophistication and glamour of Badgley Mischka and modern styling of Longitude are now part of Longevity Brands, LLC, which is an affiliate of Mainstream Swimsuits, Inc. and A&H Sportswear Co., Inc. Longevity has acquired assets from several divisions of A.H. Schreiber Co. Incorporated’s missy swimwear portfolio. In addition to Longitude, the Robby Len and Beach Native labels have been acquired, as well as the licenses for Badgley Mischka and Delta Burke. “This acquisition unites two of the industry’s leading swimwear companies,” says Jack Waldman, Longevity’s president. “Mainstream is looking forward to expanding its presence in the industry and continuing towards its goal of providing cutting-edge design and first-class quality to a broad customer base.” To create a smooth integration and transition for each brand, Longevity will be working closely with the team at Mainstream. In addition, many of A.H. Schreiber’s top personnel from its design, merchandising and operational teams have been retained. Pennsylvania-based Mainstream Swimsuits, Inc. and A&H Spor tswear Co., Inc. are the manufacturers and distributors of swimwear brands including Miraclesuit, Magicsuit, Reebok, Penbrooke Swimsuits, Caribbean Joe, Real Tree and ECO SWIM by Aqua Green.