Coterie New York

What Coterie New York does

Coterie New York (also known as COTERIE by Informa or COTERIE New York) is a premier women's contemporary and advanced contemporary fashion trade show operated by Informa Markets, the events division of Informa PLC (LSE: INF), an England-and-Wales-domiciled publicly traded conglomerate. Held twice yearly at the Javits Center in New York City since originating in the 1980s with 25 brands at the Plaza Hotel, the event convenes approximately 725+ exhibiting brands and 6,600+ verified attendees representing 50+ countries, with 78% of attendees holding buying power and over 68% being C-suite, president, or VP-level decision makers. The product portfolio is anchored by the bi-annual trade show, with curated show-floor neighborhoods (Après Ski, Destination, Edition, Gallery, Maison) that segment exhibitors by aesthetic and price point.

COTERIE monetizes primarily through two streams: (1) exhibition/booth fees paid by fashion brands applying to exhibit, with verified retail buyers attending free of charge, and (2) tiered sponsorship packages covering networking spaces, thought leadership panels, digital marketing, exhibit hall resources, and event signage. The buyer base spans boutiques, e-commerce retailers, chain stores, department stores, and big-box accounts, with named attending buyers including Anthropologie, Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Revolve, Rent the Runway, Shopbop, Nuuly, Tootsies, and Tuckernuck. Supporting programs include the ELITE exhibitor rewards program (complimentary hotel, Uber/meal vouchers, VIP lounge), Premier Partner Platinum/Gold tiers for top buyers, the Hosted Buyer Program for new retailers, the Incubator Program for designers of color, and a Brand Curation & Networking matchmaking program for emerging and minority-owned brands.

The company's core technology surface is minimal: there is no proprietary SaaS or AI platform disclosed, and the business is fundamentally a physical trade show. Adjacent digital assets include the fashionresource.com online brand directory (pre-event buyer browsing), The Edit Desk monthly newsletter, seasonal trend reports and webinars (SS27 Women's Trends, FW27/28 Material Sourcing, 2026 US Fashion Consumer Outlook), and the 2021-established Sustainability Assessment Program powered by third-party Hey Social Good (HSG), which evaluates exhibitors against 300+ data points and 850+ UN SDG metrics. Strategic partnerships extend the ecosystem into editorial (Vogue Mexico & Latin America), travel logistics (OnPeak, Delta, United, Air Canada, Southwest), and fashion technology sponsors (Lightspeed, eBay, Walmart Marketplace, Dolce Vita, Tkees).

Name

Coterie New York

Legal name

Informa PLC

Website

https://coteriefashionevents.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

COTERIE New York is a bi-annual women's contemporary fashion trade show at NYC's Javits Center, operated by Informa Markets. It connects 725+ exhibiting brands with 6,600+ verified retail buyers from 50+ countries twice yearly.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fashion Trade Show Events

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Trade Show & Exhibition Marketing (Booth Design/Build) (MPAAAGAC)

Keywords

• Fashion trade shows
• Exhibition booth sales
• B2B event sponsorship
• Retail buyer networking
• Contemporary apparel sourcing

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Exhibition Fees: COTERIE generates revenue by charging fashion brands to exhibit at the trade show. Brands pay to secure booth space to showcase their collections to attending buyers and industry professionals.
2. Sponsorship Packages: COTERIE offers various sponsorship opportunities including networking spaces, thought leadership panels, bespoke collaborations, digital marketing, exhibit hall resources, and event signage. Sponsors pay for visibility to the fashion industry audience.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

COTERIE New York is a bi-annual fashion trade show held at the Javits Center in New York City, operated by Informa Markets. The core offering is booth-based exhibition space sold to fashion brands so they can showcase advanced contemporary and contemporary women's apparel, accessories, footwear, and beauty collections to verified retail buyers. Adjacent paid offerings include sponsorship packages, the Business Solutions Center for fashion technology and service providers, and supporting programs (ELITE, Premier Partner, Hosted Buyer, Incubator) targeting exhibitors, retail buyers, and emerging or minority-owned brands.

Product overview

COTERIE New York is a premier fashion trade event operated by Fashion by Informa, held twice yearly at the Javits Center in New York City. The core offering is the COTERIE trade show, which showcases 725+ brands across advanced contemporary and contemporary women's fashion categories including apparel, accessories, footwear, home, gift, and beauty. The product portfolio extends beyond the live event to include the Business Solutions Center for fashion technology and innovation, editorial content through The Edit Desk newsletter and seasonal trend reports (buyer's guides for women's contemporary, advanced contemporary, young contemporary, and footwear segments), and sustainability resources including the Sustainability Assessment Program powered by Hey Social Good. Supporting programs include the ELITE Program for top exhibitors, Premier Partner and Hosted Buyer Programs for buyers, Brand Curation & Networking for emerging/majority-owned brands, and the Incubator Program for designers of color. Travel and logistical support is provided through partnerships with major airlines and car rental companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• After Ski: A seasonal showcase dedicated to premier winter fashion, presenting cold weather capsules and functional outerwear embodying the spirit of mountain leisure and the Après Ski lifestyle.
• Destination
• Edition
• Gallery
• Maison

Products and services

• COTERIE New York Trade Show A bi-annual fashion trade event held at the Javits Center in New York City, showcasing 725+ advanced contemporary and contemporary women's fashion brands to an international community of buyers, retailers, and influencers. Held in February and September of each year.
• Business Solutions Center An exhibition space within the COTERIE event (and wider Fashion by Informa events) where fashion technology and service providers showcase solutions to retail buyers, brands, manufacturers, and media.
• Sponsorship Packages Partnership packages for fashion industry sponsors offering networking spaces, thought leadership panels, bespoke collaborations, digital marketing, exhibit hall resources, and event signage in exchange for visibility to the COTERIE audience.
• ELITE Program A paid rewards program for top exhibitor brands providing on-site perks including complimentary hotel stays, Uber and meal vouchers, priority move-in, VIP lounge access, and personalized concierge services.
• Premier Partner Program Year-round exclusive support program for top-tier retail buyers, offered in Platinum and Gold tiers, including travel assistance, registration support, brand matchmaking, and event planning services.
• Hosted Buyer Program Program for new retailers and first-time COTERIE attendees providing travel cost offsets, access to networking events, and personalized event experiences.
• Brand Curation and Networking Program An appointment-only space where emerging and minority-owned brands can connect with retailers through scheduled 10-minute curated matchmaking meetings.
• Sustainability Assessment Program Third-party assessment service powered by Hey Social Good that evaluates exhibiting brands against UN Sustainable Development Goals, analyzing 300+ data points, 2000+ data sources, 850+ SDG metrics, and 450+ certifications to rank sustainability practices.
• Incubator Program Program promoting inclusivity and equity by supporting designers of color and Black-owned brands in fashion and beauty, featured across COTERIE, PROJECT, and MAGIC events.

Quantifiable outcome

• 78% buying power on the show floor with 68%+ top decision makers
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Hey Social Good (HSG)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Hey Social Good, led by Dr. Cindy J Lin (formerly of US EPA), serves as the third-party assessment partner for COTERIE's Sustainability Assessment Program. HSG evaluates exhibiting companies against UN Sustainable Development Goals, analyzing 300+ data points and 850+ SDG metrics to rank sustainability practices. The program was established in 2021 and covers MAGIC, PROJECT, COTERIE, and SOURCING events.
• Vogue Mexico and Latin AmericaflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerCOTERIE partnered with Vogue Mexico and Latin America for the 'destination' neighborhood featuring resort and vacation wear collections. The collaboration included editorial content and a NYFW party during the SS26 edition. Karla Martínez de Salas, Head of Editorial Content at Vogue Mexico & Latin America, contributes trend insights and industry commentary for COTERIE editorial content.
• Dolce VitaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPast sponsor of COTERIE events, appearing in the 'We've Worked With Some of the Best' sponsor showcase section.
• eBayminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPast sponsor of COTERIE events, appearing in the sponsor showcase section.
• LightspeedminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPast sponsor of COTERIE events, appearing in the sponsor showcase section.
• Walmart MarketplaceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPast sponsor of COTERIE events, appearing in the sponsor showcase section.
• TkeesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPast sponsor of COTERIE events, appearing in the sponsor showcase section.
• Delta AirlinesminorOthersDelta offers exclusive meeting discounts for COTERIE attendees using code NM42M, providing 2-10% discounts on flights.
• United AirlinesminorOthersUnited offers exclusive meeting discounts for COTERIE attendees using code ZRC3408222, providing 2-10% discounts on flights.
• Air CanadaminorOthersAir Canada offers 5-10% discounts on flights for COTERIE attendees using code RU74MZM1.
• Southwest AirlinesminorOthersSouthwest offers discounted fares for COTERIE September attendees via SWABIZ booking platform.
• OnPeakcoreOthersOnPeak is the only official hotel partner of COTERIE, providing discounted hotel rates, flexible change policies, and loyalty point accrual for attendees.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Liberty Fairs: A U.S. contemporary fashion trade show (historically Las Vegas and New York) that was a meaningful competitor to COTERIE before its acquisition by Informa. Remains a useful reference point for the contemporary fashion trade show category and audience overlap.
• NuOrder: A B2B wholesale platform (now part of Lightspeed) used by fashion brands and retail buyers for digital buying appointments. Operates as a digital extension/substitute for trade show interactions, making it an emerging competitive threat to COTERIE's physical show model.
• JOOR: A leading B2B digital wholesale platform connecting fashion brands and retail buyers online. Not a trade show, but a structural alternative to COTERIE's physical model — brands and buyers increasingly use JOOR to transact year-round, potentially substituting trade show attendance over time.

Broad incumbents

• Première Vision: A global fashion trade show organizer headquartered in Paris, running Première Vision Paris, New York, and other editions. Comparable as a high-end fashion sourcing and trade show business serving brands and buyers, but operates at a much larger global scale and is more upstream (fabrics, yarns, manufacturing) than COTERIE's downstream brand focus.
• Pitti Uomo: An iconic Italian fashion trade show based in Florence, with extensions including Pitti Bimbo and Pitti Filati. Comparable as a high-prestige, curated fashion trade event, though primarily menswear-focused and serving a more European/global luxury audience than COTERIE's U.S. contemporary focus.

Direct peers

• SOURCING at MAGIC: Informa Markets' sourcing and manufacturing trade show co-located with MAGIC. Targets fashion brands and manufacturers rather than retail buyers, and represents the upstream counterpart to COTERIE within the same Informa fashion portfolio.
• OFFPRICE Show: An Informa Markets trade show focused on off-price fashion buying, connecting retailers with closeout and discount vendors. Same parent, similar event-driven GTM, but serves a different pricing/positioning segment of the fashion wholesale market.
• MAGIC Trade Show: Operated by Informa Markets as a sister event to COTERIE, MAGIC is a major fashion trade show in Las Vegas covering women's, men's, and young contemporary apparel. Directly comparable in business model (exhibition fees, sponsorships), target audience (fashion brands and retail buyers), and parent ownership, though it serves a broader and more menswear-inclusive segment.
• PROJECT Trade Show: Another Informa Markets fashion trade show (Las Vegas and New York) focused on contemporary and advanced contemporary menswear and womenswear. Competes with COTERIE for the same contemporary fashion brand and retail buyer base, and is operated by the same parent, making it the closest direct functional peer.

Regional players

• Pure London: A U.K.-based contemporary womenswear, menswear, and accessories trade show. Mirrors COTERIE's contemporary fashion focus and bi-annual show structure but operates primarily in the British and European retail market rather than North America.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/coterie_show
• Facebookfacebook.com/coterieshow
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/coterie-show

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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