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Best Of The PPAI Expo 2009
By: Audrey Sellers, Associate Editor
Issue: 2009mar

If you’re scoping out what’s hot in promotional apparel this year, here are some styles to keep on your radar.

At the industry’s premiere event, a high-energy fashion show complete with decked-out models, an impressive catwalk and a soundtrack fit for any Vegas club energized a crowd of thousands. But this was just a first look at what awaited attendees in the New Product Pavilion and on the show floor. Here, exhibitors unveiled the garments your clients crave—everything from eco-friendly fabrics to the next generation of performance apparel. Check out what topped our list as the best new styles at The PPAI Expo 2009.

GOOD START
Athletes are ready for practice and game time in the Starter, a water-repellant jacket with a fleece-lined interior. It’s made from 100-percent SoftCool® performance fabric and equipped with a full-front zip, two side pockets and ribbed cuffs, collar and bottom hem. Style details include contrast color blocking on the sleeves and underarm and striping on the cuffs and bottom hem.
Tonix Corp.
UPIC: TONIX
800-841-1144


MAP IT OUT
For a polo loaded with the latest in performance and technical capabilities, go with the IZOD Body Mapping Polo Shirt. It’s made from 100-percent polyester that offers antimicrobial, odor and solar protection. Available in men’s and ladies’ versions, take your pick of five colors: black, blue azure, fuchsia (ladies’ version only), red and white.
Heritage Sportswear, Inc.
UPIC: HERI0002
800-537-2222


TIP
Remember to point out this polo’s innovative features, which transform it from an ordinary shirt to one that delivers topnotch performance.

EASY BEING GREEN
The Eco-Heather Zip Hoodie is a no-fuss garment made from a blend of cotton, polyester and naturally occurring rayon. It’s fabric-washed and low-impact yarn dyed in eco-black, eco-grey and eco-royal (shown). Features include a free hood with no strings, front kangaroo-style pocket and natural color zipper tape.
Alternative
UPIC: ALTE8602
888-481-4287


A WINNING WINDSHIRT
Made from 100-percent polyester dobby with a water-resistant coating, the Men’s V-Neck Windshirt keeps light rain away. Golf-inspired details include textured knit panels for stretching, lower right front pocket with a Velcro® brand fastener, and a cordlock adjustment with shock cord holder. Choose from four colors: black, classic navy, fairway green (shown) and putty.
Ash City
UPIC: ash0001
800-761-6612


FEEL-GOOD TEE
The Women’s Recycled Polyester Tee is pure to the core, made from 65-percent regenerated cotton and 35-percent polyester recycled from beverage bottles. A medley of heathered earth tones is offered, including linen, mocha and olive. A men’s version is also available if your client needs a companion style.
AS Tees
UPIC: ASTee764
803-691-8100


TIP
This tee is the perfect canvas for getting out a green message, whether your clients customize the sleeve with a logo or the front with an event name.


IT’S A CINCH
A belted waist boosts the trendiness of the Women’s Vineyard Jacket, which is made from wind- and water-resistant MicroSport Microfiber and lined with mesh and nylon. It boasts contrasting color accents in the pockets, under the collar and inside the storm flap. The cuffs are sewn with adjustable snap closures and the interior includes pockets for valuables and a cell phone.
Charles River Apparel
UPIC: CRA
800-225-0550


GLITZ AND GLAM
A cap sleeve tee sparkles when embellished with rhinestones, rhinestuds and nailheads, as shown on the Multi-Deco Tee. The t-shirt is made from a durable blend of cotton and spandex and is offered in a variety of colors including heather, pink and royal.
In Your Face Apparel UPIC: InYou
682 866-583-2800


TIP
Embellishments are big this year—and not just with tees. Consider branching out to a racerback tank, spaghetti strap top or racing shirt.

RIGHT ON THE BUTTON
Wearers won’t have to fuss with an iron with the Nailhead Non-Iron Button-Down Shirt—it features an understated nailhead pattern and dobby texture. This travel-ready, 100-percent cotton fabric is created with compacted yarn to enhance the drape and softness. The men’s version includes a button-down collar and patch pocket, and the ladies’ shirt features a gently contoured silhouette, open collar and front and back darts.
SanMar
UPIC: SNMR
800-426-6399

PRIMO PERFORMER
Made from 100-percent sueded polyester, the Performance V-Neck Pullover features moisture-wicking capabilities and an antimicrobial treatment. Fashion details include contrast piping on the shoulders and underarms, contrast mesh underarm inserts and back neck insert. It’s made with a banded waistband and ribbed sleeve cuffs, and it is offered in three color combinations.
Whispering Pines Sportswear
UPIC: wpines
800-548-4710


GREEN MOVEMENT
Your clients can impart an eco-friendly message to the littlest end users with the Youth Tee. It’s made from 100-percent organic cotton and features side-seam construction, clean-finished shoulder seams and double-needle stitching. This t-shirt is enzyme washed and offered in four colors.
Econscious
UPIC: Econ
707-766-9504



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