Fashion Calendars and Timelines

TL;DR

This content provides a comprehensive overview of the fashion calendar, including major shows, trade shows, and the design process timeline.

Transcript

hey hey party people last week I did my Couture reviews for the spring 24 shows and in the beginning of that video I touched a little bit on the fashion calendar and why the Couture shows are scheduled when they are and that got a lot of interest and so let's talk about fashion calendars and let's also talk about other calendars like trade show cal... Read More

Key Insights

• 🛀 The fashion calendar consists of major shows, resort and preall shows, and trade shows.
• 💅 Bridal and men's fashion shows have gained more attention in recent years.
• ℹ️ Sourcing trade shows are important for designers to connect with suppliers and source materials.
• 🚚 The design process involves designing, refining, and producing collections, with multiple deliveries throughout the year.
• 🛀 The fashion industry is expanding beyond the main fashion weeks, with more attention given to shows in different cities.
• 🚚 The production timeline and delivery schedule are crucial for designers to meet deadlines and maintain relationships with buyers.
• 🛀 Textile trade shows, such as Première Vision and Kingpins, offer opportunities for designers to source materials and stay informed about industry trends.

Questions & Answers

Q: What are the major fashion shows and their order?

The major shows are in New York, London, Milan, and Paris, in that order. They take place over approximately 4 weeks.

Q: When do the fall/winter and spring/summer shows occur?

The fall/winter shows happen in February and March, while the spring/summer shows occur in September and October.

Q: What are some additional shows that have gained interest in the fashion industry?

Copenhagen, Berlin, Seoul, Tokyo, and Shanghai are cities that have become more popular for showcasing fashion outside of the main fashion weeks.

Q: What are some important trade shows for designers?

Magic, Première Vision, Kingpins, and Curve are significant trade shows where designers can showcase their collections and source materials.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The main fashion shows in New York, London, Milan, and Paris take place over a 4-week period, with different durations for each city.

• Couture shows happen after the main shows, and there are also separate shows for bridal and men's fashion.

• In between seasons, there are resort and preall shows, which are less organized than Fashion Week.

• Trade shows, such as Magic and Première Vision, are important for wholesale buyers to place orders and for designers to source materials.

• The design process involves designing, refining, and producing collections, with multiple deliveries throughout the year.