TREND REPORT: ANIMAL MAGNETISM

From the fashion runways to everyday essentials, all facets of the design world have ventured back into the wild kingdom this season for inspiration. We're trend-spotting zebra, leopard, and snakeskin prints everywhere, as well as serpentine and other animal-inspired product designs. Here is a small taste of what you will find in our showrooms throughout the building:

1) Glamour Collection's leopard print packaging by Tyler Candles | CMA Showroom, C1300
2) Canvas CMYK cheetah artwork | Maxwell Dickson, C919
3) Abstract zebra-inspired print on women's tunic sweater by Blu Pepper | Blu Pepper Showroom, B530
4) Safari-inspired decorative poinsettias | Melrose , C1200
5) Leopard print & zebra print girls' sweatshirt tops by Isaac Mizrahi | Smallshop Showroom, A692
6) Leopard & zebra motif decorative ribbons | Melrose , C1200
7) Snake-inspired battery-operated candles | Melrose , C1200
8) Metallic gold & silver snakeskin print serving trays by Impulse Collection | Bridgeport Gallery, C1211
9) Leopard & reptile manicure sets | Bridgeport Gallery, C1211
10) Zebra print dresser by Raymond Waites | Haptor Barrett, C951
11) Red crocodile skin bags by Two Lumps of Sugar | Rosalie & Friends Showroom, C1298

>> Click HERE for the full directory of Gift, Home & Design resources at the CMC, and don't forget to mark your calendars to attend the upcoming CMC Gift & Home Market, running Tuesday - Tuesday, July 16 - 23, 2013.

YOU'RE INVITED!!

Celebrate LA Fashion Market with us at our Opening Night Reception, featuring an open-air photo booth (with props, of course) from Splendid Studio Booth, a pop-up Peddler’s Creamery stand serving bicycle-churned ice cream and frozen vegan dessert options, an organic wine bar courtesy of Frey Vineyards, live music from Elan Artists’ band Ground Control, and appetizers from Amante Restaurant. Other Sponsors include Dry Soda, Honest Tea, and Vita Coco Coconut Water.

Monday, June 10, 2013  //  5p - 7p  //  CMC Main Lobby

About Peddler's Creamery
Peddler's Creamery produces high quality artisan bicycle-churned organic dairy and non-dairy ice cream and frozen desserts for Los Angeles, and just opened their first shop right down the street from the CMC!  Peddler's was started to be a different business that features local products, highlights where our food is grown, and promotes local causes.

About Splendid Studio Booth

Remember the evening forever with a session in Splendid Studio Booth’s open air photo booth during the LA Fashion Market Opening Night Reception. Pose with props up against a red carpet background, and go home with your own digital print-out of your photo shoot!

For a full listing of all LA Fashion Market Special Events at the CMC, please click HERE.

And of course, a HUGE THANK YOU to our sponsors for making this event happen! 

SHOWROOMS OPEN FOR PREVIEW THIS SUNDAY

Though LA Fashion Market officially begins Monday, June 10, 2013, many showrooms will be open this Sunday, June 9, for your convenience. Register in the lobby, and enjoy free parking validation when you place an order in any CMC Showroom on Sunday. Open 9a - 6p. Below is a sampling of showrooms who will be open on Sunday...

For more information, please visit our webpage HERE.

NATAYA FALL / HOLIDAY 13

LA-based clothing line Nataya exudes a romantic, vintage flare in all of its designs. From Victorian lace skirts and embroidered tops to '20s inspired dresses, Nataya's Fall/Holiday 2013 collection invites you to explore their whimsical fairy tale styles.

Shop the entire collection during the upcoming LA Fashion Market, June 10 - 13, here at the CMC.

Where to find Nataya: Suite B363  |  213.624.4448  |  sharon@nataya.com

GIFT & HOME TREND ALERT: FRINGE BENEFITS

Info about the items above, and where to find them here at the CMC:

1) Deco-inspired Carlyle chair by Lillian August for Hickory White | Haptor Barrett, Suite C951
2) '60s inspired peace-sign top by kids line Grass & Clovers | Nicky Rose Kids Showroom, A605
3) Handmade fringed leather handbags by Cut N’ Paste | Cut N’ Paste, C1043
4) Deco icicle fringe wreath by Nutcracker Designs | Rosalie & Friends Showroom, A1298
5) Boho, embroidered handbag with long beaded fringe tassles by World Buyers | World Buyers, C1201
6) Braided leather bracelet with vintage gold coins & tassles by Uptown Girls | CMA, C1300
7) Vibrant coral beads highlighted w/graceful metallic fringe accents by Geranium Jewelry | CMA, C1300
8) Patched vintage tees make for fun tops & dresses by Styles Ever After | Judy Kurgan Sales, B503
9) Shiny decorative sprays of fringe by Katherine’s Collection | Dale Domnick Zizi Showroom, C1251
10) Retro owl pendant & fringe scarf by Bridgman Importing | Rosalie & Friends Showroom, A1296

We hope to see you at the next CMC Gift & Home Market, Tuesday - Tuesday, July 16 - 23, 2013! For more info and trends, please CLICK HERE.

SAMPLE SALE THIS WEEK!

Sample sale mid-month?!  Don't mind if we do!

FREE SEMINAR: MERCHANDISING TO SELL presented by Fashion Business Incorporated

FREE to all Industry Professionals

Please RSVP to

jriggs@californiamarketcenter.com

Location:

California Market Center

110 E 9th Street 

Suite A218 

Los Angeles, 

CA 90079