1. 1 Designer2Boutique Expo New Orleans Fashion Week is partnering with StayLocal to host a Designer2Boutique Expo. Our goal is to grow the Gulf Coast apparel market by providing designers and artisans an opportunity to present their goods to buyers and boutique owners. We hope to build relationships between makers and retailers to strengthen New Orleans’ retail economy.

2. 2 WHAT: Designer2Boutique Expo WHERE: The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk 500 Port of New Orleans WHEN: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 TIME: 10AM – 2PM WHO: Designers, Artisans, Jewelry Designers, Millineries, Shoe Cobblers WOW: Recognizing the common thread between local retailers and designers, the goal is to bring the two together to support and build a strong local apparel market.

3. 3 Why Sell Wholesale? Selling products to established retail outlets allows makers to gain larger dollar contracts, forecast sales, and ultimately, grow and expand their businesses. Wholesale provides an opportunity for designers, artisans, and retailers to expand their customer reach. These economic relationships strengthen the Gulf South’s economy and promote shopping locally. “ StayLoca l, Greater New Orleans’ independent business alliance, connects locally-owned business to customers, resources and each other.”

4. 4 Why Buy Wholesale From Local Designers/Artisans? When business owners stock their stores with goods from local makers they keep dollars local, build a strong local economy, create new jobs, and maintain our community’s character. These partnerships also drive new clientele to boutiques which increase sales and contribute to the expansion of the southern fashion industry. NOFW raises attention and encourages sustainable economic growth by combining fashion, beauty, and retail on the runway infused with the creative spirit of New Orleans. Fashion. Connect. Impress. NOFW raises attention and encourages sustainable economic growth by combining fashion, beauty, and retail on the runway infused with the creative spirit of New Orleans. Fashion. Connect. Impress.

5. This event is for professional designers and artisans looking to sell their products wholesale to local fashion retailers. Please consider your readiness to connect with buyers and meet purchase orders before applying. We are looking for designers and artisans with products from the industry categories listed below to ensure the buyers at the market are the right match for your product. Industry categories: Women and men's clothing and intimate apparel Fashion accessories (i.e. hats, handbags, gloves, scarves, etc.) Socks Shoes Jewelry Requirements for Designer Participation

6. Registration process: 1.Complete and submit application: http://goo.gl/forms/JpXUtoj3LMhttp://goo.gl/forms/JpXUtoj3LM 2.Application is reviewed by NOFW + StayLocal 3.Payment: Payment link and instructions will be emailed to you upon application approval. Have available upon request: Product line sheets Merchandise order forms Be prepared to bring: Merchandise, products, and/or goods Professional display and signage Display material (i.e. cases, roll rack, table linens, etc.) – limited display area Marketing tools (i.e. business cards, look book, etc.) Requirements for Designer Participation

7. Registration Fee Free – NOFW Level 3 Designers (18-24 runway looks) $40.00 – NOFW participants and StayLocal members $50.00 – All other designers and artisans Questions? Contact Meredith meredith@staylocal.org, 504-252-1259meredith@staylocal.org or Shelby at shelby.stouffe@gmail.com, 217-836-1045shelby.stouffe@gmail.com More information at www.staylocal.org/designer2boutiquewww.staylocal.org/designer2boutique Application Deadline February 29th “The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk is proud to be open in the heart of New Orleans. It features 75 retailers and restaurants which offer shoppers and diners an experience like no other.” “The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk is proud to be open in the heart of New Orleans. It features 75 retailers and restaurants which offer shoppers and diners an experience like no other.” Requirements for Designer Participation

8. 8 Connect With Us! Collectively 40,000+ followers Together we are building a sustainable Gulf Coast fashion industry including a strong social media platform! NOFW: New Orleans Fashion Week Stay Local: Stay Local! Riverwalk: The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk NOFW: @fashionweeknola Stay Local: @StayLocal Riverwalk: @RiverwalkNOLA NOFW: Fashionweeknola Stay Local: Staylocal Riverwalk: riverwalknola NOFW: Nolafashionweek Stay Local: staylocal_nola Riverwalk: riverwalknola