Early-June Sample Sales: Splendid, Ella Moss, Raquel Allegra & More!

Normally we count down the days until the end of the month when we get to go sample sale shopping, but June isn't even half way through and the sample sales are already here! Some sample sales have already started and others will be going one until Saturday. See all the details below.

Dick & Jayne Bi-Annual Sample Sale
846 S. Broadway, Suite 905, Los Angeles, CA
Saturday, June 9, 2012
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
All items priced below wholesale.
Bring a friend! Receive $5 off for every friend you bring!

 

 

Maggie Ward Sample Sale
850 S. Broadway, Suite 500, Los Angeles, CA
Thursday, June 7 - Friday, June 8
9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cash and Credit Cards Accepted

Scotch & Soda Sample Sale
Thursday, June 7 - Saturday, June 9
860 S. Los Angeles St. - Cooper Design Space - Suite 820
Men's and Women's

Ace Sewing Machine & Thread Supply Co.

Nestled on the corner of 8th and Santee Streets, Ace Sewing Machine & Thread Supply Co. has been serving the fashion community since 1986. Ace sells specialty sewing and manufacturing supplies, including industrial and home sewing machines, pressing equipment, cutting machines, and all sorts of pattern making and sewing goodies. Ace caters to manufacturers, alteration shops, fashion designers and students, and all DIY enthusiasts who want to give sewing and fashion design a try. They have a very knowledgeable and friendly staff, who can help you find exactly what you're looking for.

Can  you believe it? Ace offers over 1,000 thread colors and 30+ varieties. That's a lot of thread! They also sell a variety of dress forms which can be purchased in-store and  online at www.acesewing.com.

There's an entire wall dedicated to rulers and pattern making supplies, and rows and rows of pins, dyes, tools, kits and so much more...

Ace Sewing Machine & Thread Supply Co.

214 E. 8th St.
Los Angeles, CA 

213-622-8345

www.acesewing.com

LA Fashion Market Fashion Show & Opening Night Reception

The California Market Center will be hosting a fashion show and reception to kick-off LA Fashion Market Week, on Monday, June 11, in the CMC's main lobby. The fashion show will feature CMC lines Darling, Monoreno, Miilla, Mystree, and Chaudry. Stop by and enjoy the complimentary Patron cocktails and Frey Winery organic wine bar!

5 p.m. Reception. 5:30 p.m. RSVP Required. Open to the trade and industry guests.

Urban Fashion Men's Retailer Opens Downtown

Downtown dwellers rejoice! Finally a place nearby where you can shop for those much needed tees and tanks without driving across town, or giving up an arm and a leg. Long Beach-based Outfitters has opened a new men's clothing store on the corner of 8th and Spring Streets across from Fashion District favorite, iSquared. The urban fashion retailer carries lines such as Obey, RVCA, DGK, Neff, Supra, Converse, and Creative Recreation. The newly renovated space offers everything from tanks and tees, to jackets and work pants, as well as select men's accessories. Tanks and tees start at only $15!

Outfitters has a selection of snapbacks from your favorite teams and brands. We spotted some of our personal favorites, Lakers and Kings!

Go Kings Go!

 Outfitters also has an extensive selection of T-shirts and a smaller, yet well stocked, selection of shoes. We spotted Converse, Supra, and Van's in various colors.

We're not exactly sure who Leon is, or what the story behind Outfitter's welcome sign is, but we thought it was was pretty cool. Leon must have been one hip dude...

Outfitters
200 W. 8th St.

Los Angeles, CA 90014
213-622-0422

outfitters254@gmail.com

WGSN Denim Trend Report

WGSN recently put out a free report on the upcoming denim trends inspired by "unearthed denim relics and the American Deep South." According to WGSN, we can look forward to very relaxed fits and worn in styles, with a bit of an androgynous look. What do you guys think of the rugged and worn denim look?

The trend is very much inspired by a vintage-America, even overalls are making a comeback in baggy, loose-leg styles and with classic detailing.

Shredded, patch repair, and stitch repair detailing are also outlined in the trend report. The rugged detailing falls in line with the high texture, worn-in look. It also adds to the overall DIY vibe we get from this trend.

The pattern and floral trends from spring have clearly translated to denim in handkerchief ecru/indigo patterns and faded and/or over-dyed florals.

The report also mentions pre-war pockets, traditional cinches, and aged leather looks.You can download a full copy of the report here.

Raw Bites Happy Food

We tried the faux tuna rolls made from cashews and sunflower seeds.
We highly recommend it!

Sugar-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, raw food for everyone, is the concept behind Julie Titus' Raw Bites Happy Food. Julie believes raw food can not only be nutritious but also delicious, and most importantly she believes healthy food should be affordable.

"I make raw food for normal people, with normal palates, and normal budgets. No one will eat raw food if it doesn't taste amazing or if they cannot afford the plate. My goal is to usher a revolutionary approach to raw food that demystifies the culinary experience at all income levels," says Julie.

And she stays true to her mantra. Raw Bites offers small plates starting at $6 and chocolate truffles are only $5. Her dishes really are amazing! We tried the faux tuna rolls and couldn't stop eating. As greasy-food-indulging meat lovers, we were quite impressed with how much flavor was packed into each bite, and how filling all those nuts and veggies were.

Even more impressive, Julie is a self-taught chef! She began experimenting with raw food out of curiosity for the raw lifestyle and quickly developed a passion for raw food, that eventually turned into Raw Bites. Though she currently only offers catering and delivery (11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a $25 minimum), her private kitchen opens to the public for Artwalk and special events. Next Saturday, June 2, Raw Bites will be hosting a closing reception for Hunter S. Thompson Pop Art. Stop by to check out the exhibit and try some beer and truffle pairings.

Spicy Faux Tuna Bento Box







Ratatouille













Potato Salad







Julie also makes delicious raw chocolate truffles. Our personal favorite is the Spicy Mexican Cacao, but flavors include German Cacao, Hazelnut Espresso, Chai Tea, Lavender Lime, and Peanut Buttercup. You can see the full menu here.

Not only does Chef Julie want to feed you yummy, healthy food, she also wants to be your hub for everything healthy and Eco-friendly, starting with your beauty products. Raw Bites lip balm is made with essential oils for smooth, moisturized lips.

Raw Bites lip balm comes in 3 different scents and is only $5 per pot!

Raw Bites

723 S. Spring St.

11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

310-500-9702

LA Fashion Market: June 11-14

LA Fashion Market is fast approaching! The Fall/Holiday '12 show will take place June 11-14 at The Intersection. You can find a listing of the designers and brands who will be showing at LA Fashion Market in our Lines Directory. The listing is updated prior to each market week. For new showrooms/tenants in individual buildings check out the California Market Center "New Lines & Showrooms" and The New Mart "Who's New" listings. You can also view the Cooper Design Space listings here.

The SELECT, FOCUS, and TRANSIT shows will be taking place in the California Market Center (CMC).

SELECT is a juried exhibition featuring upmarket contemporary apparel, accessories, and footwear exhibitors like Marcia Moran, Deepa Gurnani, Inge Christopher and Sam Edelman.

FOCUS will be showcasing a selection of the best emerging apparel and accessories exhibitors breaking into the market in the Young Contemporary and Lifestyle categories.

TRANSIT is LA's only dedicated footwear tradeshow, featuring hundreds of Contemporary and Young Contemporary exhibitors, including Jeffrey Campbell, Frye Co, Report Signature, Seychelles, and many more.

LA Kids Market will feature over 800 premium kids and maternity production collections, including the largest concentration of Contemporary and European brands on the West Coast.

Special Events

There will be a couple of special events for our buyers during Market Week, starting with the seminar "10 Retail Trends for the Next 10 Years", presented by Mercedes Gonzalez, director of Global Purchasing Companies. Learn about shifts in consumer behavior, technology, and global markets.

The seminar will be followed by an opening night reception at the CMC later that evening, with complimentary cocktails from Patron Tequila!

WGSN will also be presenting a seminar on Key Fall/Winter 2012 Trends.