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I think it is the same down there as in Canada. Most manufacturers will have agents that have a designated territory. Find your manufacturer on the internet or by snooping on tags at other shops and give them a call. Tell them you are looking for an agent that represents thier line in your area and they will likely give you a name and number. The agent you meet may have other lines you can use or contacts you can use.

Many of the larger cities have a building or a district containing a high concentration of clothing manufacturers agents. Ask the agents you call where there is a place like that near you, then head out with a stack of business cards. There are also trade shows you should attend for exposure to maximum selection. There is one called the Magic Show in Vegas that I hear is excellent. I also know of some retailers that have attended the Western Show in Denver. I'm sure there are others.

You should soon have more agents trying to sell to you than you ever wanted. Practice saying NO like you mean it in the mirror before you view any clothing lines.