The ongoing 48th Hong Kong Fashion Week for Fall/Winter, fashion sourcing platform in Asia, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, China, is witnessing more than 1,500 exhibitors from 21 countries and regions, showcasing the latest fashion designs, garment, accessories, fabrics and sewing supplies.
Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the fashion event features two new zones this year, namely, Fashionable Sportswear which showcases the hottest styles for various sports activities, including fitness and yoga and Denim & Casual Wear that focus on trendy designs for a relaxed lifestyle. Other product zones at the fair are: Cashmere, Wool and Thermal Clothing, Fabrics & Yarn and Men in Style.
There are five pavilions at the fair from India, Indonesia, Japan, Macau and Pakistan. Companies from Italy, Sweden and Pakistan are fair debutants this year, bringing along names such as Italian brand Salto, displaying its eco-leather silver pleated skirt; Swedish company Yves Lansac, showcasing its colourful and fashionable watch and handbag collections; and Pakistani exhibitor Umar Garments Printing, introducing its automated screen printing technology that allows high flexibility and accuracy for producing simple to complex designs with advanced inks.
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More than 20 fashion events are taking place during the four-day event. In addition, the HKTDC and The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) will host a seminar on “Knitting Tech – From Materials to Finishing”.
Also, at the event Asian e-tailer giant Zalora will explore the latest business opportunities of Omni-Channel Retailing, while The Woolmark Company will host the “The Wool Lab S/S 18” seminar to discuss the leading trends for Spring/Summer 2018 and introduce purchasing guides to the best wool fabrics and yarns.
