Who's Next takes next step: show was its first as a completely separate entity.(clothing trade show, Paris, France)

Daily News Record, September, 1996 by D'Aulnay, Sophie

The 1996 Who's Next clothing trade show in Paris, France, was deemed one of the most successful in its 5-year history even though attendance was down at the Pret-a-Porter International Show in general. The show that features streetwear for 18-to-25-year olds continued to emphasis the theme of music but moved its party scene to the entrance of the show. The show's branded Hot section attracted such quality names as Lee Cooper, Trussardi Jeans, and Jean Paul Gaultier's JPG line.

PARIS - Who's Next, the streetwear-oriented fair geared to the 15-to-25-year-old generation, truly has cleaned up its act. For its fifth session, it has come long way from its noisy debut in circus tent.

The show ended it four-day run Monday at the Porte de Versailles fairgrounds here. ...

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