The Las Vegas fashion trade shows are daunting to say the least. There's MAGIC (no magicians,) POOL (no pool,) PROJECT (no construction workers,) ISAM (NOT "Sam I am,") CURVE (no windy road,) SLATE (no rock quarry) and I'm sure that I'm forgetting a few more spin-off shows. This is some serious sourcing. Pack your gym shoes, bring practical clothes and don't forget your wallet...Las Vegas isn't a cheap town by any means. Seriously, a buyer should consider doing some long distance training before going, because honey, you're going to walk miles and miles and miles. This is a marathon show! Then there are marathon parties too...which I advise you to go early, leave early...you're going to need your strength and wits about you for that 9AM appointment. For a fashion buyer, this is probably a group of the most important shows that you can attend, so be smart about it. I only say this because I've seen good sourcers bite the dust many, MANY times in LV and it isn't pretty when they get back home, so be forewarned.
:::sigh:::
OK, I've made my point and now you know why I am not going this year. I'm sending you, one of our savviest girls, to hunt for a few needed items for the catalog. I know that you'll do great. You can battle the crowds, swelter in the heat, and nurse the hangover. You're only there for a day...in and out. How much damage can be done?
"Parties?" NO
"Gambling Expense Account?" NO
"VIP Club?" NO
"A Headlining Show?" NO
"Dinner at Le Cirque?" NO
"Well, Can I have a new bikini for the trip?" NO
Just come back with some killer stuff and in one piece.
MAGIC is serious business.
~ C.
