Body perfection

SYDNEY: Intimate apparel brand Keyser has added three new items to its Platinum Body range for the winter season. The seamless pieces - which include a lace three-quarter sleeve top, a long sleeve T-shirt and full-length, low-rise leggings -are designed from ultra-soft breathable cotton. Available in cabernet, steel blue and suede brown, the pieces are priced from $29.95 to $42.95. For more: 1800 810 449.

:TTNA annual conference
MELBOURNE: The Technical Textiles and Nonwoven Association (TTNA) is calling for papers, posters and presentations addressing technological innovations for inclusion in its annual conference on August 31 at the Langham Hotel, Melbourne. To
:AFW heads for NSW
MELBOURNE: Australian Fabric Wholesalers (AFW) has opened a Sydney showroom located at Suite C3-01, 22-36 Mountain St, Ultimo. The Victorian headquartered company - which also operates a site in Brisbane - said the move was designed to increase its presence in the NSW capital with an office manned by three sales representatives and offering same or next day delivery. Its services also include offshore indent ranges, leveraging AFW's strong presence in Shanghai to provide best service and price.

:Trading Accessories
MELBOURNE: Bags, bridal accessories and jewellery will be showcased at Australia's largest gifts and homewares trade fair from August 5 to 9. Held at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, Southbank and the Graham Centre, the event will feature over 630 exhibitors and is open for buyers, registered industry members and the media. For more: 02 9736 3222.

:Free seminar
SYDNEY: Self-proclaimed fashion retailer marketing coach Shannon Curtis has launched a series of free business building seminars. The seminars will operate like a group phone conference call where participants will dial in a special number and pin code, which gives them access to the conference. The first, which focuses on generating additional sales using referral-based marketing, will be staged on June 29. For more: profitableclothingretailer.com

: Consumers weary
The latest Roy Morgan research poll has revealed the first downturn in consumer confidence since October 2005. Falling 4.3 points to 120.1, the poll noted a slight increase in consumers who were sceptical about economic conditions for the next year.