Tag: Trends

Cowgirl Fashion Trends Are Seeping Into Many Other Facets of Fashion as Plaids, Sundresses, Cowboy Hats and Boots Take Their Cues from Cowgirl Attitudes Across America

In Part 2 of our country and cowboy fashion report, we take a look at young women from the heart of the USA and how authenticity and value combined with modern prints, graphics, styles, accessories are influencing fashion.

Immigration Reform Protests in Downtown LA Bring Diverse Youth Groups Together with American Apparel at the Forefront

Thousands of activists gathered May 1 in alliance for immigration reform, workers rights, and Made in America symbolism, many carrying Shepard Fairey posters and American Apparel “Legalize LA” T-shirts.

Street Art vs. Adverting: New York Street Advertising Takeover Transforms 120 Illegal Billboards into Artistic Spaces Reclaimed by Street and Graffiti Artists

While street and graffiti artists continue to get harassed, illegal ad billboards proliferate.

VF Corp Reports 25% Net Income Decrease in Q1 Effecting Premium Denim 7 for All Mankind, but Increase for Wrangler and Lee, and Sports Brands The North Face, Vans

Watching what happens in the world of VF Corp, a mega-conglomerate with a wide cross-section of brands provides an indicator of market trends, especially in denim.

Fresh Data Reveals Blogging Pattern Changes and How This Impacts Communication -Results from Label Networks’ Spring Study 2009

The Digital Lifestyle of Youth Culture Since the Recession/Depression is Changing. Here’s a Sneak Preview of New Data from Label Networks’ Spring Study 2009.

Japan Retail Round-up: MCommerce Scene Continues with Tokyo Girls Collection Collaboration and Uniqlo; Plus Fast-Fashion Retailer Forever 21 to Launch in Japan

New solutions for retail via mcommerce continue to come from Japan. Plus fast-fashion from the USA is now entering Japan.

Cowboy and Country Fashion Redefined by a New Generation of Guys Inspiring a Mash-up of Traditional Brands with Surf and Moto Influences

Going deep into the heart of the USA it’s clear that the American cowboy influences much of what makes-up male fashion in many parts of the country as the search for value, tradition, authenticity increase. Exclusive photo report. Part 2 cowgirl styles next.

D.C. Street Style’s Multi-Cultural Influences Tips-off Inspiration in Fashion and Accessories

Washington D.C. isn’t all politicians and lobbyists in business attire. Its youth culture keeps things fresh with an eclectic mix of inspiration.

The Gap’s 1969 Denim Part of Major Overhaul for the American Brand

Competition for the premium denim market continues with the Gap’s new-old 1969 denim collection.

Surf Brands Making Moves: Quiksilver and Roxy Sign Home Product Licensing Deal with CHF Industries; Billabong Claims Sponsorship Title of Pipeline Masters

Surf brands making waves–one from a licensing deal which could lead to others doing the same down the road, another taking top sponsorship title.