BRANDS
The best reason I can offer for doing POOL is, the strength
of the relationships which are formed at this show. Which
is to say, we have fantastic strong relationships (professionally
and personally) with practically every store we’ve
ever worked with at POOL. It is an amazing thing we’ve
not experienced with any other trade show where often relationships
end up being more superficial.
~Fireflite
After five seasons at POOL,
sales this season literally doubled making this my best show
ever! All three days were busy for me and internationl attendance
really stood out. And we managed to see all of our major accounts
as well, from both the east and west coasts.
~Mitra Khayyam,
Blood is the new Black
We did open a bunch new specialty
store accounts and we did 33% more business this time than
before!
~tokidoki
POOL and its staff have been
absolutely instrumental in helping us get where we are today.
~Idylle Clothing
Participating at POOL trade show as
well as being selected as one of its LOOP artists has been
such a great success and experience for our brand, De*Nada.
It was the perfect trade show to showcase our collection including the debut of our new knit line, which received
such an awesome response by everyone! Not only did we get
numerous new orders at POOL, we also had the opportunity
to network with people in the fashion industry and press.
Plus, the organizers and staff of POOL are fantastic! They
were so great to work with, as well as extremely supportive
and helpful throughout this entire trade show experience. We
love POOL, and can’t wait to be apart of it again in
August 2008!
~DE*NADA
POOL is...independent thinkers, creative
expression and a lot of good energy rolled into amazing products.
~Retro-a-go-go
POOL trade show is an unbelievable tool
for upcoming designers ...we have gotten into stores we never would
have been able to reach during the three days at pool. The
staff is amazing and make it their job to ensure us designers
have the best show possible.
~Bleecker & Sullivan
POOL Tradeshows continued efforts to
create a better environment for business and expression is
restoring my passion for Art and Retail!
~Rise Up
The thing about POOL that you walk
away with is that it’s
NOT “Business As Usual”. The vibe is electric
and the floor is a buzz with energy long forgotten about in the “Juniors
Section”. The reality of POOL is that it’s an Art
Gallery...meets...Circus retail frenzy. Now...make no mistake.
Just like Houdini...there’s a method to the madness and
the brick and mortar business model that’s provided...CREATES
BUSINESS. It’s not an “attempt”...it’s
an “attack”....and the staff is all to happy
to help any exhibitor rise to their full potential. POOL is where
small ideas become huge realities.
~ERIQ handbags
STORES
POOL is still one of my favorite shows because you can actually
get some work done there.
~John Nespeca of Hot Topic
I loved the new location. Was able
to find new edgy brands which is why I always walk POOL. Finally
headed back in the right direction.
~Sylia Yi of Untitled (Chicago)
Love all the interactive things. Like spin art and screen printing T’s. Makes work seem
fun.
~Lennon of Caruso Caruso (Birmingham, MI)
I was very impressed with POOL. I was able
to find items for every category I was looking for...this season
the show went back to its roots of young artists and designers.
It’s
nice when you can feel inspired at a tradeshow.
~Bill Hallman
Focused, Sensible and accessible!
~Lane of The Closet (Costa Mesa)
POOL is always full of new and up and
coming brands.
~Liz Mall of Jim Ball (Destin, FL)
It was my first time coming
to Vegas and POOL is my Favorite Show! Love the vibe and the
fact that most of the designers are in their booth. Very Inspirational!
~Jennifer Case of Mary& Joe (NY, NY)
POOL is full of friendly
people and has a great overall vibe.
~Lori Harris of Mary Jane (Park City, UT)
POOL is Cool!
~Andrew Foster of Belts and Beyond (Ontario, Canada)
PRESS
With new digs, new
exhibitors and heavy first day traffic, POOLTRADESHOW in Las
Vegas is finally coming into its own.
~Andrew Harmon DNR
A reinvigorated POOL shone this season with buyers
and exhibitors alike praising its excellent selection of fledging brands.
~WGSN
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