Press release
DENIM PREMIÈRE VISION
CONNECTS PLAYERS IN GLOBAL
PREMIUM DENIM.
On May 27th and 28th, in Hall 8 of the Fira Montjuïc in Barcelona, be among the
first to discover the best in premium denim in the spot where the jeanswear stars
converge, connect and venture one step beyond to shape the future of denim.
Get ready for a journey through the Denim Première Vision galaxy and let yourself
be guided by the trends and creative innovations of Autumn-Winter 2016-17.
For its 16th edition – the third in Barcelona after 13 sessions in Paris - Denim Première
Vision asserts more than ever its role as leader of the international upstream jeanswear
sector. An essential meeting point and source of inspiration for denim industry players,
the salon favours one-of-a-kind opportunities to make productive connections in the
international denim community, with all its specific codes and values.
This season, Denim Première Vision – which has simplified its name and dropped the
‘by’ for the occasion – is aligning itself with premium design through a constellation of
specialties, know-how and professionals whose offers are linked by a shared passion for
denim fabric.
In keeping with its original concept and values, Denim Première Vision brings
together in one place a unique, creative and rigorously selective offer, a reflection
of the international premium denim market.
RR 97* exhibitors - Weavers (45%), manufacturers/launderers/finishers (24%),
accessory makers (21%), fibre producers and spinners (3%), technology
developers and promotional organisations (7%)… - among the most influential
in the sector, constituting the bulk of the value-chain of worldwide denim
production and manufacture;
RR 10 new exhibitor companies that have been rigorously selected (see annex
for details): 6 manufacturers/finishers/launderers – Italy (2), Turkey (1),
Morocco (1), United Arab Emirates (1) and Tunisia (1) -, 2 weavers – Italy
and Turkey -, 1 accessories manufacturer from the UK and 1 technology
developer from Spain;
RR 3 companies returning after several seasons, proving the interest and
attraction of the show : The weavers Vicunha Textil (Brazil) and Kurabo Industries
(Japan), and the Italian manufacturer/finisher/launderer Martelli ;
RR Know-how and developments from the 21 most important countries in
the jeanswear industry - Turkey (29% of exhibitors), Italy (18%), Spain (9%),
Morocco (8%) as well as Japan, India, Pakistan, Hong Kong, France, Tunisia,
Germany and Brazil;
RR 4,000 international visitors – premium and high-end fashion and jeanswear
brands; designers, and major luxury brands – looking for quality and exclusivity;
RR 1 unique gathering, rich in inspiration, meetings and events. The exhibition’s
complete calendar of events will be forthcoming shortly;
RR 1 common goal: Bringing together, in a pertinent manner, the elite of the
specialised international offer, and creating a global platform to serve a global
industry.
Denim Première Vision
27th & 28th May 2015
9:30am – 6:30pm
Hall 8, Fira Montjuïc, Barcelona
www.denimpremierevision.com
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Questions?
Want help organising your trip and your stay in Barcelona?
Visit: www.denimpremierevision.com
*As of April 30, 2015
DENIM PREMIÈRE VISION EXPLORES INSPIRATIONS
FOR AUTUMN-WINTER 2016-17
In an atmosphere that is simultaneously futuristic and vintage, galactic and
offbeat, explore fashion directions and discover the latest developments for an
Autumn-Winter 2016-17 season where almost-cosmic connections between
design and innovation cast infinite light on denim’s creativity, mixing futuristic
propositions with jeanswear’s eternal roots and DNA.
Fabrics, accessories, finishings, washes, colours and shapes…. the moment you enter
the show, under a starry sky, follow the path to the Denim Trends Area and embark on a
journey to the heart of seasonal influences.
To learn more about seasonal fashion directions and better understand AutumnWinter 2016-17, don’t miss the new fashion seminar:
Denim Trend Tasting
Wednesday 27th May at 12:30pm
Sala Principe
Organised by the show for the first time as a complement to the fashion information in
the Denim Trends Area, this seminar offers a unique occasion to benefit from the Denim
Première Vision team’s expertise. Here, they will share with you the season’s key points,
its societal, artistic and aesthetic influences and also an analysis of the season’s offer, from
fabrics to finishings, including fits and accessories.
Please note: space is limited. Reserve your seat by signing up in advance on the
following address: [email protected]
THE SHOW GOES ON!
Whatever your clan or galaxy, join the denim community
and celebrate the indigo fabric!
Mark your agenda now for Denim Première Vision’s exclusive party:
Wednesday 27th May from 8:30pm at Pacha Barcelona
Passeig Maritim Barceloneta, 38
(Admission upon presentation of show badge)
Denim Première Vision would especially like to thank the city of Barcelona, as well
as its Office of Tourism, for their welcome and support.
Contacts:
Denim Première Vision press office
2e Bureau
Igor Robinet-SlanskyMarie-Laure Girardon
T. +33(0)1 70 38 70 30
T. +33(0)1 42 33 93 18
M. +33(0)6 42 06 31 02
[email protected]
[email protected]