BIFF & BIL 2012 Is Taking Thai Fashion Industry into the World Stage

BANGKOK, Feb. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) of the Royal Thai Government, along with 15 of its associates and affiliates from the Thai fashion, textiles, and leather industries are more than ready to launch the Bangkok International Fashion Fair & Bangkok International Leather Fair 2012 (BIFF & BIL 2012) between June 27th - July 1st 2012. This event aims to support Thai fashion and leather goods industry, as well as introduces this local emerging industry to the world market.

For BIFF & BIL 2012 prelude, Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) started with BIFF & BIL 2012 press conference on 13th January, 2012 at Terminal 21 Shopping Center. BIFF & BIL 2012 was introduced to visitors along with a mini fashion show, where visitors were able to see some of the intricate and beautiful products from hot new designers based in Thailand.

Moreover, BIFF & BIL 2012 was holding a series of events to attract fashion and leather entrepreneurs as well as Thailand's trend-setters. The most talked-about events in January 2012 were sure to be seminars held by two of the UK's top fashion gurus. Mikel Rosen, the world-class designer and mentor, he held a workshop that imparted vital tips and information on "Display Techniques for the fashion industry" on January 11th, 2012, at UBC ll building, Sukhumvit 33. He taught entrepreneurs how to make their products catch the eye of buyers and industry players. Lee Lapthorne, who played an important role in organizing Paris fashion week, held a seminar on "Fashion trends for Spring and Summer 2013" on January 13th, 2012, at UBC ll building, Sukhumvit 33. This seminar was about how to reach out to the region's entrepreneurs and designers and give visitors a new perspective on the fashion and leather goods industries.

These were just highlights of the event. There will be so much more for visitors to witness at BIFF & BIL 2012, one of the biggest fashion events in Thailand. This event will encourage the potential Thai fashion industry, and also boost Thailand's economy. In addition, BIFF & BIL 2012 will be another stage for Thai fashion industry associations and Thai designers, helping them to get closer to the world market through the latest fashion trends and innovations.

The Bangkok International Fashion Fair & Bangkok International Leather Fair 2012 will be held from June 27th - July 1st, 2012, at Challenger 2, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Thailand.

Trade day: June 27th - 29th, 2012, 10.00 - 18.00 hrs.

Public day: June 30th - July 1st, 2012, 10.00 - 21.00 hrs.

Highlights of the events are listed below:

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Department of International Trade Promotion of the Royal Thai Government, along with 15 of its associates and affiliates from the Thai fashion, textiles, and leather industries are currently arranging the Bangkok International Fashion Fair & Bangkok International Leather Fair 2012 (BIFF & BIL 2012). They recently brought in the famous fashion guru from the UK, Mr. Mikel Rosen, to hold a special workshop on "Display Techniques for the Fashion Industry".

Mr. Suchai Pornsirikul, president of the Thai Textile Merchants Association, left, Mrs. Kalayanee Sirikul, Director of Office of Public Relation, Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), second left, Mr. Mikel Rosen, center, Mrs. Pranee Kuruvelukorn, president of Thai Tanning Industry Association (TTIA), second right, Mr. Chanin Jitkomut, president of Thai Footwear Association (TFA), right.

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Department of International Trade Promotion of the Royal Thai Government, along with 15 of its associates and affiliates from the Thai fashion, textiles, and leather industries are currently arranging the Bangkok International Fashion Fair & Bangkok International Leather Fair 2012 (BIFF & BIL 2012). They recently introduced Mr.Lee Lapthrone, the brain behind the Paris Fashion Week, to members of Thai fashion industry associations, Thai designers and fashion lovers through the special seminar, "Fashion trends for Spring and Summer 2013", to promote and support Thai fashion and leather industry to step into the world market.

Mr.Lee Lapthorne, gave the speech.

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Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), led by Mrs.Nuntawan Sakuntanaga, Director-General, center, recently held the Bangkok International Fashion Fair & Bangkok International Leather Fair 2012 (BIFF & BIL 2012) Press conference, at Terminal 21 shopping center. BIFF & BIL 2012 will be launched between 27 June - 1 July 2012, at Challenger 2, IMPACT, Muang Thong Thani. Members of Thai fashion industry associations attended the press conference, and got a glimpse of fashion show from Thai designers.

Mr. Wallop Wittanakorn, Director of The Association of Thai Textile Bleaching Dyeing Printing and Finishing Industries (ATDP), left, Mr. Yotsaton Kijkusol, Vice President of Thai Garment Manufacturers Assosiation (TGMA), second left, Mr.Lee Lapthorne, third left, Mr. Pilantha Dhammamongkol, President of The Association of Thai Textile Bleaching Dyeing Printing and Finishing Industries (ATDP), third right, Mr. Sukij Kongpiyajarn, President of Thai Garment Manufacturers Assosiation (TGMA), second right, Mr. Chanin Jitkomut, President of Thai Footwear Association (TFA), right.

Contacts:

Sataka Klongcherngsorn

+66(0)2660-3639

+66(0)88-363-3663

sataka@9richter.co.th

SOURCE　Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP)