By Alexandria Sage 4 minutes ago LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - Many U.S. clothing retailers think the skirt may be the next dress. A strong seller since 2006, the dress has delighted retailers, but buyers at the Magic Marketplace apparel trade show this week wanted to be ready when the trend inevitably ends.Some think the skirt may be next.
"The skirt is such a conversation. All the stores are talking about it -- 'Will it hit, when will it hit?"' said Krissy Meehan, head of wholesale sales for Urban Outfitters Inc's (URBN.O) Free People line. "'Should we be buying it, should we not be buying it?' It's become a conversation."
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