Over 60 Canadian fashion industry companies and brands, especially from Quebec and Montreal, are participating at Magic, Las Vegas which opens from February 12 to 14. Participating companies, ranging from small and medium enterprises to global leaders, intend to benefit from this unique platform to introduce their 2018-19 fall/winter collections, meet with key buyers and develop new business opportunities.
The show will enable foreign buyers to discover Canada’s strengths. During this international show, the fashion industry will increase opportunities to showcase its expertise and creativity, strengthen commercial ties, and develop partnerships. Exhibitors from Canada are present in sections of the show, including women’s wear, men’s wear, footwear, furs and outerwear, denim, intimates, active wear, children’s wear and accessories.
The fashion industry in Québec generates sales worth $8 billion in manufactured goods and in wholesaler-distributor sales. With more than 1,850 players, including manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors and designers, it is a strategic pillar of Québec's economy, generating more than 83,000 jobs. Montréal’s fashion industry benefits from cultural and linguistic diversity, a quality workforce, a dynamic education system, a strategic geographical position, and a thriving design and creative community that ensures its continued growth.
Magic is the largest fashion marketplace in North America. The event is attracting over 4,000 exhibitors, including all major international fashion brands, and some 58,000 international visitors.