The Pacific Northwest Apparel Association has been producing apparel tradeshows in the Seattle area for 65 years. The association consists of approximately 135 members who are sales reps, not manufacturers, selling finished goods.

The primary purpose of the organization is to hold 5 seasonal tradeshows each year to bring the latest in fashion to Pacific Northwest retailers. Since the closure of the Seattle Trade Center apparel mart in 1999, the only place to see all regional vendors in one location is at the Seattle Trend Show.