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.

Press release

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.

R 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;

R 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;

R 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 ;

R 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;

R 4,000 international visitors – premium and high-end fashion and jeanswear brands; designers, and major luxury brands – looking for quality and exclusivity;

R 1 unique gathering, rich in inspiration, meetings and events. The exhibition’s complete calendar of events will be forthcoming shortly;

R 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 Vision27th & 28th May 2015

9:30am – 6:30pm

Hall 8, Fira Montjuïc, Barcelona www.denimpremierevision.com

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*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 Autumn-Winter 2016-17, don’t miss the new fashion seminar:

Denim Trend TastingWednesday 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: presse-info@premierevision.com

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 BureauIgor Robinet-Slansky Marie-Laure GirardonT. +33(0)1 70 38 70 30 T. +33(0)1 42 33 93 18M. +33(0)6 42 06 31 02 m.girardon@2e-bureau.com i.robinet@premierevision.com