Category: Trends

eBay’s Pop-up London Store Combines Smartphone Shopping with Brick and Mortar

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eBay Pop-up shop in London’s West End turns shopping into an ironic mix of m-commerce in brick ‘n mortar. Photo by Getty Images.In a very interesting move by eBay, their pop-up shop that started December 1 in London’s West End high street district may have tapped into a growing trend in shopping patterns. The pop-up […]

Electronic Media and Entertainment Trends in Youth Culture Markets Presentation by Label Networks at Media Innovation Summit December: Sneak Peak Highlights, Subscribers Only

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We are especially honored to have been asked to present at the Media Innovation Summit taking place November 30-December 2 in Santa Clara, CA, regarding the latest trends and shifting patterns among youth culture and electronic media and entertainment. The roster of speakers is exciting and diverse, ranging from TV and movie executives, to leaders […]

The Power of T-shirts in Youth Culture Markets, from Branding to Retail to Creating Entire Movements for Change -Label Networks Takes an In-Depth at the New Landscape, Trends, and Fresh Data

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T-shirts have never been more important in youth culture fashion, often creating entire brands through cool messages and graphics. Moving into plans for 2012, here’s a recap of where things stand

China Gets Its First Taste of Professional Surfing as the Swatch Girls Pro Launches

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Although women’s pro surfing has had a hard time with sponsors and events, one good thing is a new event in China for the world’s best longboarders, and opening the door for the sport to a massive new audience.

VF Corp Hits Record Financial Results for Third Quarter with Revenues Up 23%

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Clearly the acquisition of Timberland was a good thing, plus the Outdoor and Action Sports categories are popping for the conglomerate.

Sports to Learn -Understanding Top Sports Youth Culture Aspires Towards, Means New Directions in Lifestyle Associations

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Today, the apparel, footwear, accessories, and icons surrounding favorite sports are what gets people to participate or aspire towards association. This drives trends.