São Paulo – The costume jewellery, handbags and shoes to be the tendency in the 2009 winter should be presented at the 11th edition of the Mostra/Acessórios, to take place from January 11th to 14th at the Fecomércio Events Centre, in São Paulo. The fair should include the participation of buyers from Greece, Spain, Japan, Switzerland and Latin America this year. Mostra/Acessórios, to bring together 65 exhibitors from all Brazilian states, should receive between 4,000 and 5,000 visitors.
"The international buyers started appearing as the fair grew, mainly in the last three editions, when it became better known and promoted through articles in specialised magazines and through our web site," explained Débora Gelman, one of the organizers and curator of Mostra/Acessórios.
According to her, the event, which takes place in the sidelines of international fairs like Couromoda and Francal presents the winter and summer releases with each new edition and its main characteristic is offering different and exclusive products, most produced artistically in small volumes. "We supply many boutique owners seeking products that are not seasonal, with innovation and originality, and that may guarantee a differential to the shop," explained Débora.
Apart from the accessory exhibit, the fair also represents a space for new clothes stylists. "We also want the show to become renowned for revealing new talent," he pointed out.
Fashion course
During the four days of the fair, visitors may vote on fledgling designers in the Zero Age Project, which privileges designers who have never participated in a commercial event before. The winner gets a course in the area in the São Paulo School, which offers several cultural extension courses in the area of design.
"This partnership we established with São Paulo School will be very useful, as theoretical courses are always very welcome as they further enrich the designer’s cultural universe, always seeking information that feeds his creativity," explained Stella Reis Ventura, one of the organizers of the event.
ACTC Maria Maria Project Partnership
The exhibition should also reserve space for the Bazaar of artisans in the Association for Assistance to Cardiac and Heart Transplanted Children (ACTC) where they may present their work in aid of the institution. Maria Maria Project produces handbags, tablemats and cushions with original and colourful embroidery that brings to mind the handicraft of our great-grandparents, bringing a suave folkloric touch. "The works show a macro tendency, one of appreciation of handicraft, promoting a return to the delicate and playful style," pointed out Débora.
Contact
Mostra/Acessórios
11th Edition – Winter 2009
Site: Fecomércio Events Centre
Date: From January 11th to 14th, 2009
Site: www.mostraacessorios.com.br
Blog: http://mostraacessorios.blogspot.com/
*Translated by Mark Ament
