ABOUT THE SHOW SIA attendees and exhibitors alike gathered undeterred for the fourth time at the Colorado Convention Center in downtown Denver. The energy on the floor was high as snowsports enthusiasts, eager with anticipation, flooded the show hoping to catch a glimpse of next season’s trends in the ski and snowboard arenas. After four days of getting down to business, retailers and buyers were invited to hit the mountains and test out various products at Winter Park Resort for demo days. Key Exhibitors: Analog, Nikita, Rome, Holden, Quiksilver, DC, Burton, ROXY, Von Zipper, ANON, Vans, RIDE, K2, Jones Snowboards, Grenade, Bern Helmets, Coal, Capita, Union Bindings and Dragon. SHOW FACTS: 483 Exhibitors Venue: Colorado Convention Center Next show date: January 30 - February 4, 2014 www.snowsports.org
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PRINT & PATTERN Winter floral motifs Tartan pattern Animal prints Novelty schemes
THEME - WOMEN Native American inspiration 60s Mod style Key brand collaborations
THEME - MEN 60s psychedelics Southwest style The backcountry Motorcycle cross culture
COLOR Safety orange Burgundy Earthy palettes
K2 Snowboarding
Holden
Coal
K2 Snowboarding
Quiksilver
Vans
Analog
Bold burgundy tones are key for the F/W 13 snowboard market. Key jewel tone / Adds sophisticated, formal look to outerwear and hardgoods / Hues range from brighter berry tones to a dark wine / Neutral shades accent the color, adding a balanced aesthetic / Contrasting brights balance well with the dark burgundy hue
Coal Headwear
Endeavor Snowboard Design
Burton
Volcom
Rome Snowboards
Volcom
Winter florals maintain top status for Women with darker palettes and new patterns. Important for both soft and hard goods / Black and navy color combinations instantly adds edge for an icy, cool look / Rome embraces look with black background across its Women’s line of decks / Florals are updated with photographic prints and painterly elements / Mixed with other patterns for a playful feel