Las Vegas, NV – August 29, 2024 – The co-located WWIN (Womenswear in Nevada) Show and Las Vegas Apparel (LVA) market concluded its second collaborative Las Vegas Fashion Week event, August 18-21, 2024, at the Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas, bringing together style, innovation, hospitality and opportunity under one roof, offering a unique sourcing experience. 

The event began on Sunday, August 18, giving thousands of Las Vegas Fashion Week buyers a head start in discovering the latest collections and designs from 430+ exhibitors. As the doors opened, attendees were greeted with a glass of champagne and glamazon stilt walkers with shimmering wings, accompanied by an electric violinist. This lively welcome set the tone for a week filled with creativity, networking and discovery, and an opening-day meet-up with retailer community The Boutique Hub offered inspiration and advice for sourcing.   

"The energy in the hall was electric," said Mel Montes, Vice President of WWIN. "Seeing buyers writing orders and the optimism from our stakeholders was inspiring. This event has reinforced our commitment to providing a valuable platform for the fashion industry to thrive." 

This August edition was larger and more diverse than the February event. By combining the strengths of WWIN and LVA, attendees were provided with a platform for spotting trends, forging new connections and sourcing products—all within one venue. Over the course of the week, the combined shows saw market-over-market double-digit attendance gains from brand new buyers, many of whom discovered this event as they were in town sourcing across Las Vegas Fashion Week events. 

“Las Vegas Apparel and WWIN continue to feed off each other’s energy, providing a dual destination for sourcing during Las Vegas Fashion Week, with an unmatched on-site experience,” said Caron Stover, ANDMORESM SVP, Apparel. “The excitement over the four days was palpable, and we can’t wait to continue the momentum in August.” 

"We are so thrilled to be here! We have been writing orders non-stop," said Rob Earnheart of exhibiting WWIN brand, Renuar. 

Exhibitor Emma Samenus, booth manager for LVA brand ee:some, noted, “Our first day was so busy we barely had time to breathe. The energy at this market is so high, and with all of the options from drinks on arrival to a shop late event, the atmosphere is unbeatable.” 

 Fashion buyers appreciated the enhanced amenities, including complimentary hot breakfasts and lunches, which gave them more time to navigate the show floor. With every detail thoughtfully curated, attendees could focus on discovering the products and partners that will propel their businesses forward—and writing orders on the spot. 

A major WWIN highlight was the introduction of Artisan Alley—a new section of the show floor dedicated to showcasing artisan products from around the world. Visitors to Artisan Alley explored unique, handcrafted pieces, discovered designs blending tradition with modern flair and met the creators behind these products. Buyers attending the combined events also enjoyed brand activations that gave them an up-close opportunity to discover new vendors and walk away with a fun gift for themselves. 

 "I've been coming to WWIN since the show first started and WWIN is by far my favorite show of the season, " said Craig Marsh of Ritzy Rags and Shoes in Scottsdale, AZ. "You just can't beat the hospitality of the staff, the ease of the venue, and the quality of the exhibitors."  

“LVA showcases some of my hallmark brands, and the synergy of having WWIN on the other side of the floor brings the buzz,” said Jennifer Bernard, buyer at Local Charm in Rolesville, NC. “As a buyer, I am always finding products for other people, so the market giveaways really make me feel appreciated, and further than that, introduce me to new brands I wouldn’t have otherwise known about.”  

Mark your calendars—WWIN and LVA are set to return from February 9-12, 2025, at the Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas. With more exhibitors and a broader range of products, this upcoming event promises to be an important date on the Las Vegas Fashion Week calendar. 

For more information about WWIN and Las Vegas Apparel and to stay updated on future events, please visit www.wwinshow.com and www.lasvegas-apparel.com.  

About Womenswear in Nevada (WWIN) 

WWIN is THE most comprehensive destination amid Las Vegas Fashion Week for retailers to source women's apparel and accessories. True to its strong reputation, WWIN offers attendees a unique experience through unparalleled hospitality, networking, workshop-style education, and appointment-setting programs, which carefully introduces compatible buyers and exhibitors to drive order writing. Connect with the entire industry in February and August during Las Vegas Fashion Week and discover what our all-inclusive brands have to offer including women’s contemporary apparel, missy-modern, plus, petite, tall, specialty fashion, accessories, footwear, and more. wwinshow.com 
 
About Clarion Events, Inc. 

Clarion's North American Headquarters, Clarion Events, Inc. produces 50 events across 12 sectors including trade and enthusiast events. Clarion Events North America which is the U.S. division of Clarion Events, UK, and backed by The Blackstone Group has become one of the fastest-growing event companies in the United States with aggressive growth through acquisition, launch, and innovation. Clarion Events, Inc. has offices in Shelton, CT; Tulsa, OK; and Rochelle Park, NJ. us.clarionevents.com 

About Las Vegas Apparel 

Las Vegas Apparel – Atlanta Apparel’s West Coast fashion sourcing market – adds a curated mix of young contemporary apparel and accessories to Las Vegas Fashion Week offerings each February and August at the Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas. Las Vegas Apparel is owned and operated by ANDMORE^SM, formerly International Market Centers.  LasVegas-Apparel.com        

About ANDMORE 

ANDMORE^SM, formerly International Market Centers, is an Omnichannel Wholesale Marketmaker that fuels opportunities for wholesale buyers and sellers to connect, grow and prosper through physical markets, design centers and digital channels. The company owns and operates more than 20 million square feet of premium event and showroom space, hosting live events in Atlanta, High Point, N.C., Las Vegas and New York City. By pairing face-to-face events with always-on digital tools, ANDMORE provides truly omnichannel business platforms for its global wholesale customer base. ANDMORE.com 

Media Contacts: 

Clarion Events/WWIN: Bryanna Timney, bryanna.timney@clarionevents.com 

ANDMORE/Las Vegas Apparel: Cathy Steel, cathysteel@cathysteelassociates.com 

ANDMORE/Las Vegas Apparel: Amanda Merritt, amerritt@andmore.com