What happened
WWD reports that Kingpins — a trade show organizer known for its denim and fabric-focused events held in cities including New York and Amsterdam — is planning to launch a new trade show format in Los Angeles. According to the report, the event is scheduled to take place in January 2027. No further details about the format, scale, or participating brands have been confirmed at this stage.
Why it matters
A Los Angeles edition would mark a reported expansion of Kingpins' footprint into a major U.S. West Coast market. Los Angeles has a significant denim manufacturing and design heritage, making it a notable potential venue for a sourcing-oriented trade event. If confirmed, the new format could signal an effort by Kingpins to reach a different segment of the industry or experiment with how trade shows are structured in the post-pandemic sourcing landscape.
What to watch next
Independent confirmation of the event from Kingpins directly, or from additional trade publications, would strengthen this report. Details on the format, exhibitor lineup, and target audience remain unreported. Editors should note this draft is based on a single WWD source and should not be published without further verification.
Source · WWD
