PRINTSOURCE
 
THE WORLD OF TEXTILE AND SURFACE DESIGN
FUTURE CAFÉ

A comprehensive overview of fashion and home trends.

Each season Printsource hosts The Future Café, a global overview of fashion and home textile trends by the world's leading forecasting services. The presentations are regularly attended by standing-room-only crowds. Presenters have included Peclers, Promostyl, Trend Union, The Doneger Group, Cotton Inc., Pantone, Mix Publications, Paul Pelssers, Andrea dall'Olio, Carlin International, Benjamin Moore, ESP Trendlab and others.

With The Future Café, Printsource New York provides a comprehensive overview of each season's color direction and main trends. The seminars are offered to fashion designers and merchandisers, product developers, design directors and merchandise managers.

HIGH SUMMER 2014 – EARLY FALL 2014/15

AboutSources
Carlin International
Doneger Creative Services
ESP Trendlab/ESP Edit
Italian Lab
Margit Publications, A Division of The Doneger Group
Mudpie
Pantone
Prints and More
Promostyl
Trend House

Pre-registration required. (Click here to register). Pre-registration fee is $100 per person for the entire seminar series. Passes may be purchased at the door for $125, cash OR CREDIT CARD. Schedule subject to change without notice. No refunds. Photo I.D. and pass required at the door. Pass is personal and non-transferable. Seating is on a first-come basis.



TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2013

9:30 am
KEY POINTS FOR WOMEN'S DRESS CODE SPRING/SUMMER '14 AND INTRO TO FALL/WINTER '15
Discover the spirit of taking time for yourself and the exuberance of the essence of Summer '14. Color abounds and energizes us for a season of change. This presentation will highlight key influences, colors and shapes of the women's market for the coming season.
Marcella Segala,
Director USA-East Coast, Carlin International

10:30 am
MUDPIE SPRING 2014
The most important color, design and graphics trends for women's, mens and children's wear, all stemming from our vibrant macro-trend 'Revelry', highlighting creativity and playfulness.
Nicki Gondell, Founder, Trend House

11:30 am
ESP TRENDLAB: NELLYRODI SPRING 2014 COLOR & TREND "EXPLORE".
A seasonal overview of Spring 2014's sociological references as well as trends in lifestyle, color, material, fabric, pattern fashion and beauty.
Ellen Sideri, Founder + CEO, ESP Trendlab

12:30 pm
FALL '14 INFLUENCES
This presentation deciphers emerging trends and consumer attitudes for the Autumn/Winter 2014/15 season. The presentation will highlight key colors, textiles, and prints.
Jerome LaMaar, Trend Consultant, Promostyl

1:30 pm
DEVELOPING WINNING COLOR STRATEGIES IN A GLOBAL MARKETPLACE
Influencing 50% - 85% of ideas and product purchase decisions, color is a pivotal element to a successful design and brand strategy. Understanding how color plays into consumer consciousness and its affect on consumer purchasing decisions will help you to better integrate color into your design strategy, strengthen your overall message, shape customer perception and stand out in a competitive marketplace. Join Laurie Pressman, VP Pantone Color Institute for this informative look into the powerful language of color.
Laurie Pressman, Vice President, Pantone Color Institute

2:30 pm
STYLE & SUBSTANCE IN HOME FURNISHINGS FOR 2014
More than ever before it is urgent to be aware of future trends as consumers are seeking distinctive styling and considerable substance. Most importantly, colors and color combinations must be appealing, evocative, transformative and on-target. Join us to find out the key color trends you need to know for home furnishings for 2014.
Laurie Pressman, Vice President, Pantone Color Institute

3:30 pm
PRINTS & MORE SPRING '14 PRINT/PATTERN/GRAPHICS
From one of Italy's top print studios comes a unique service forecasting the key colors, prints and patterns for Spring '14 presented in a user-friendly layered file format in full repeat- hundereds of trend-right prints juxtaposed with catwalk, retail, and editorial context and confirmation. Please join us for an inspirational overview.
Nicki Gondell, Founder, Trend House



WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 2013

9:30 am
KEY POINTS FOR CHILDREN'S TRENDS SPRING/SUMMER '14 AND INTRO TO FALL/WINTER '15
Simplicity inspires us and a new tropical theme gives us youthful energy for Summer '14. Prints and fabrics reflect an ease that is sophisticated yet unassuming. This presentation will highlight key influences, colors and shapes of the children's market for the coming season.
Marcella Segala, Director USA-East Coast, Carlin International

10:30 am
ITALIAN LAB SPRING '14 SEASONAL OVERVIEW
Italy's premiere trend forecast welcomes you for a totally immersive journey into Spring, where we'll explore the seasons most directional lifestyle, color and design trends.
Nicki Gondell, Founder, Trend House

11:30 am
SPRING/SUMMER 2014 COLOR WORKSHOP
For Spring/Summer 2014 we take inspiration from the exotic and eclectic world of Russia's Golden Ring- a circuit of ancient towns northeast of Moscow, each with its own set of glittering onion-domed churches and medieval fortresses. From warm woody neutrals to folkloric classics and wonderful floral brights, the season is energized by the positive energy that color choices create. Pat Tunsky will present the Spring/Summer 2014 "Color Workshop" palettes and illustrate how the chosen colors will work as solids or in print and pattern mixes for apparel as well as home decor.
Pat Tunsky,
Creative Director, Doneger Creative Services

12:30 pm
KEY POINTS FOR LINGERIE/BEACHWEAR TRENDS SPRING/SUMMER '14 AND INTRO TO FALL/WINTER '15 FOR LINGERIE
A Sun-kissed season with Spring-like colors and a close encounter between romantic softness and natural country style. Explore our 'Confidential' theme, and learn about a color range that captures the chromatic splendor of sunset. This presentation will highlight key influences, colors and shapes of the lingerie and beachwear market for the coming season.
Marcella Segala, Director USA-East Coast, Carlin International

1:30 pm
FALL '14 LINGERIE
Promostyl's Fall '14 lingerie presentation invites you to delve into the world of intimates. The presentation breaks down the key concepts, color and shape forecasts along with a brief overview of the markets innovations.
Maria Teresa Sampedro, Trend Consultant, Promostyl

2:30 pm
ESP TRENDLAB: NELLYRODI SPRING 2014 COLOR & TREND "EXPLORE".
A seasonal overview of Spring 2014's sociological references as well as trends in lifestyle, color, material, fabric, pattern fashion and beauty.
Ellen Sideri, Founder + CEO, ESP Trendlab

3:30 pm
PRINTED IN THE USA: FROM DESIGN TO FABRIC
Learn about domestic printers who have flexible, lower minimums and provide quick turnaround. We'll discuss different types of printing processes from screen to digital - the pros & cons - and how to get what you want. Print on knits and wovens for apparel or home products. Source natural and man-made fibers, eco-friendly, organic, and hi-tech fabrics. Including original print designs in your collection may be easier than you imagined!
Susan Power, Principal + Publisher, AboutSources