TRADE FAIRS S/S 2018 About DATE
Michael Arlt, one of the founder members of DATE (Düsseldorf Accessories Total Emotions), continues to run this niche exhibition each season. After five years organising the show we invited Michael to talk about the progress of DATE and how it has succeeded in the market during this time, and any future plans.
Michael Arlt: “In Germany, the hat and cap trade has a long tradition. As the Collection Première Düsseldorf (CPD) departed the exhibition halls in 2012, there was no longer a suitable platform for accessories. As a second- generation hat manufacturer I therefore became active myself with partners. Thus the Düsseldorf Fashion House became the home of DATE, and long will it also remain.” Regarding the state of the retail market for hats in Germany, Michael Arlt says: “The retail hat trade is looking forward to doing good business, with a sales plus of just under two per cent in the first half of 2017. Here it is clear that hats are not only accessories, but are often also a protection from the sun or the cold. As for which type of hats are now in demand, late 19th and early 20th century styles such as the canotier or boater are back – whether elaborately decorated or just plain. And for its sun protection, we have to mention the fashionable bucket hat.”
Next editions
So the message to us from Michael Arlt is: “Visit the next two DATES! The show for winter accessories is on the 26th-29th January 2018, and for summer accessories 20th- 23rd July 2018. The ‘must-haves’ of the season can be ordered here, and contacts and business relations maintained. Therefore, we cordially invite you and the readers of The Hat Magazine!”
Access is only for trade visitors and admission is free. Online registration is recommended.
More info:
www.date-duesseldorf.de
22 | the hat magazine #75 Natural Materials
Graham Eckersley, Director at the Whiteley Hat Company, was showing a collection of British millinery for both smart and occasion wear under the Whiteley label, plus the Maddox collection at a lower price point, which is manufactured in the Far East. New this season was the classic Jackie ‘O’ silk Dupion pillbox with a bow, worn at the back of the head.
Panamas with uncut brims in pastel colours from Ecua-Andino
At Gebeana they showed a range of hats in raffia braid both sewn and crochet, young inexpensive paper straw trilbys, and a lovely collection of natural summer straws in cloches and with small brims. They mentioned that the cotton hats in floral fabrics had sold well at the show.
Alejandra at Ecua-Andino presented the new bright colours for their Panama collection for next summer. Some of the younger styles had rough, uncut edges to the brim. Their crochet Panama range also included matching smart bags with soft leather straps. We were told that there are six times the amount of material in a bag to a hat.
Small hat with turned up brim made from natural cork from Alfonso D’Este
ReHats had expanded their collection of caps and hats in recycled coffee bags. They were also to expand their brand internationally by taking part in Who’s Next in September (see page 39) and possibly show at the Ethical Fashion fair in Berlin next year.
For more information, see:
www.date-duesseldorf.de
Exhibitors
Alfonso D’Este Italy
www.alfonsodeste.com
Ecua-Andino Ecuador
www.ecua-andino.com
Faustmann Germany
www.faustmann.cc
Fiebig Germany
www.fiebig-hats.de
Coolie-shaped hat with veil made from natural strip straw braid from McBurn
Gebeana Germany
www.gebeana.de
KS-Collection Germany
www.damenhut.de
McBurn Germany
www.mcburn.com
ReHats Germany
www.re-hats.com
Rossomenta Italy
www.italmind.it
Urban Princess Collection Germany
www.Prinzessin-von-Hohenzollern-
McBurn.com
Whiteley Hat UK
www.whiteleyfischer.co.uk
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