FALL ’15
M I S S Y
S P O R T S W E A R
E D I T
SEA SONAL OVERVIEW
F A L L ’1 5 M I S S Y S P O R T S W E A R Fall ’15 is full of excitement and offers some much needed newness to the assortment. Having a fresh take on these categories gives our customer the chance to react with enthusiasm and an eagerness to shop. All five trends: Mythical Nomad, Fall into Romance, Caught Up in Comfort, Homespun and The New Normal represent new styling while continuing to add to the trend influences of the season. Our big ideas are a direct way to navigate through the season, shown in detail in the following pages.
READ ON FOR SOME OF THE SEASON’S BEST ITEMS • Perfect Ponchos • Statement Sweaters • Finishing Touchs • Vested Interest • Get Plaid • Knit Mix • 2-Fer Rules
• The Blouse • Denim Domain • Fringe Benefits • Faux Suede Frenzy • Bottoms Up • Casual Chic
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TRENDS
TRENDS
MYTHICAL NOMAD
Folklore-inspired dressing with a free spirited attitude gives a ’70s vibe to the trend. Styling is effortless with layers of mix & match items.
Rebecca Minkoff FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
TRENDS
HOMESPUN
Vagabond chic includes a plethora of textured sweaters, Nordic prints and plaids galore, all mixed with distressed denim.
Ashish FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
TRENDS
C AUGHT UP IN COMFORT The casual California lifestyle with easy, cozy dressing and techno fabrics is on the cutting edge. Fashions that utilize everyday versatility along with unconstructed shapes and layers are directionally styled with urban sophistication.
Baja East FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
TRENDS
THE NEW NORMAL
The city trendsetter prefers clean lines that go from day-to-night. Boy-meets-girl style combines menswear-inspired looks with feminine touches and luxe layering.
Each x Other FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
TRENDS
FALL INTO ROMANCE
A balance of rich and dark fabrics, soft and pretty colorations, shine and embellishment creates a new femininity with vintage inspirations. Driven by a delicate aesthetic, this ladylike feel adds a touch of romantic whimsy.
Chloé FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
KEY ITEMS
KEY ITEMS
THE PERFECT PONCHO
The item of the season in oversized new shapes. Blanket patterns and textures lead the way.
ANS
Dantelle
Democracy
Isela
NYC Alliance
Simply Irresistible
Simply Irresistible
Simply Irresistible
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KEY ITEMS
STAT EMEN T SW E AT ER S Textured and patterned knits are key. Cowls and updated silhouettes dominate.
ANS
Beldini
Beldini
Leo and Nicole
Olivia M
Olivia M
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KEY ITEMS
FINISHING TOUCHES Longer lengths are creating a buzz with the coatigan being the newest. The blanket wrap and drape look fresh.
ANS
ANS
ANS
Symple
Figueroa and Flower
Kandy Kiss
Olivia M
US Sweaters
Papillon
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KEY ITEMS
GET PLAID
In tops, sweaters, blouses or bottoms, be on the lookout for plaid in a big way.
BLEU
KUT
Democracy
New Direction
Sisters
Per Se
NYC Alliance
NYC Alliance
Tru Self
US Sweaters
Papillon
Papillon
Vanilla Star
Velvet Heart
Velvet Heart
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KEY ITEMS
KNIT MIX
Textures, mixed media and new silhouettes keep this category looking current.
Able
AGB
Symple
BLEU
Daniel Rainn
Democracy
Tresics Femme
Leo and Nicole
One World
One World
Able
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KEY ITEMS
2-FER RULES
The 2-fer gets revamped with fashion bodies and new prints.
AGB
Cha Cha Vente
Cha Cha Vente
Fred David
Fred David
Fred David
Figueroa and Flower
NYC Alliance FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
KEY ITEMS
THE BLOUSE
New prints and silhouettes give a modernized look, while the basic white shirt gets updated.
Adiva
BLEU
Cha Cha Vente
Symple
Fred David
KUT
Mechant
Symple
One World
Picadilly FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
KEY ITEMS
DENIM DOMAIN
The flare is the biggest buzz while the boot cut, slim and distressed remain. Figure control and super soft continue to be important. Shirts and jackets add to the assortment.
Earl Jean Tops
Earl Jean
Earl Jean
Velvet Heart
Miraclebody
Per Se
Rhythm in Blues
Velvet Heart
Rhythm in Blues
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KEY ITEMS
FRINGE BENEFITS An important trend for the season in sweaters, jackets, tops and skirts.
Beldini
Daniel Rainn
KUT
New Direction
Leo and Nicole
Mechant
One World
Olivia M
Mechant
Mechant FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
KEY ITEMS
FAUX SUEDE FRENZY
A quick emerging trend, be on the lookout for faux suede in allover looks or mixed media. Featured in all classifications.
Beldini
Cha Cha Vente
Papillon
Earl Jean Tops
Ethereal
Ethereal
Picadilly
KUT
New Direction
Vanilla Star
Able
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KEY ITEMS
BOTTOMS UP
Ponté, faux suede, twill and wool blends are key fabrications. Cropped lengths are on the radar while the jogger remains strong.
AGB
Democracy
Ethereal
MiracleBody
NYC Alliance
MiracleBody
Symple
Velvet Heart
KUT FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
KEY ITEMS
CASUAL CHIC
Athleisure continues to dominate with novelty sweatshirts and knit joggers elevating this look.
Cha Cha Vente
Cha Cha Vente
Democracy
Tru Self
Democracy
Earl Jean Tops
MiracleBody
Tru Self
MiracleBody
Per Se FA LL ’ 15 M ISS Y SP ORTS W E A R •
VENDOR INDEX 89th & Madison Laura Ferraro laura.ferraro@nycalliance.com 212.840.1313 Adiva Tanley Goodman stanley.goodman@bodywaves.com 212.871.8440
Cha Cha Vente Cami Gasmer cgasmer@kimandcami.com 310.795.6808
Ethereal Allen Abrams allen@cailey22.com 818.481.8191
Love Scarlett Susan Agnello susan.agnello@nycalliance.com 212.944.6100
CKW Paul Astuto champseas@aol.com 212.764.6500
Figueroa and Flower Shant Assordian shant@gloriaLance.com 310.767.4400
Mechant Tina Lichenstein tinaL@anomyousshowroom.com 212.768.1060
Papillion/CMC A304 Bhaj Malik bhajneetsingh@gmail.com 213.624.2242 Per Se Jim Ferree jimferree@srpapparelgroup.com 212.764.4810
Able/NM 508 Howard Meyers howard@bobdshowroom.com 213.623.6655
Daniel Rainn/NM 613 Amy Kenner amy@danielrainn.com 213.627.1850
Fred David Russell Kirstein russellkirstein9@aol.com 212.768.2070
Miracle Suit Holly Arnesen-Sileo harnesen@miraclebody.com 213.412.0088 ext. 507
Picadilly Neil Dombrowsky neild@picadillyfashions.com 800.663.3069
AGB/CMC A1269 Richard Newcomb rnewcomb@byer.com 213.622.8000
Democracy/CMC A1247 Judy Owens judy.owens@kellwood.com 626.934.6463
Isela Colleen Donohue colleen@fashionavenueknits.com 212.302.8282
My Tribe Sal Ianniello salmytribe@gmail.com 213.489.3044
ANS/CMC A394 Karen George kg-co@msn.com 213.688.2824
Earl Jeans Tops Jennifer Monticelli jennifer@earljeantop.com 212.684.5520
Kandy Kiss/CMC A853 Chris Laurita chris.laurita@kandykiss.com 818.833.6360
New Direction Andrew Tabor andrewnds@gmail.com 212.221.0920
Belldini/CMC A322 Benjamin Esshaghian benjamin@belldini.com 213.748.4442 ext. 239
Earl Jeans Danny Gladstone danny.gladstone@earljean.com 212.944.6690
Kut/NM 408 Nancy Kanizo nKanizo@swatfame.com 213.627.2872
Olivia M./CMC B335 Simon & Sharon simonadot@aol.com 213.623.6689
B.L.E.U. Sue Bundy sue@bluprintnyc.com 212.395.9550
ECI/CMC B377 Jaynee Sprayregen jsprayregen@ecinewyork.com 212.302.2244
Leo + Nicole Damon Gomez dgomez@tlbholdings.com 323.319.6901
One World/CMC B1245 Eileen Bushman ebushman@oneworldapparel.com 213.743.5890
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REACH OUT Shelda Hartwell-Hale Vice President Merchandising 213.362.0957 shelda@directiveswest.com Monica Ruiseco Merchandise Manager Missy Sportswear 213.627.8306 monica@directiveswest.com Marlee Sherwin Assistant Market Analyst Missy Sportswear 213.362.0962 marlee@directiveswest.com 110 E. 9th Street, Suite A525 Los Angeles, CA 90079 213-627-5921
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FALL ’15
M I S S Y
S P O R T S W E A R
E D I T