Author: Ryley Bane

Retail Round-up: Hot Topic’s Designer Collection with John Eshaya; Vans Retail Collab with Thalia Surf Shop; Rock and Republic Bought by VF Corp; Quiksilver Buy-out Rumors; Hilary Swank to Launch Sportswear

The end of 2010 and beginning of 2011 is already proving some shake-ups and new collabs are under way. Here’s some of the latest.

A quintessential icon of youth culture conclusively illustrates what it takes to capture a global marketplace today.

The shopping experience continues to evolve as apps and virtual storefronts attract a much more tech-savvy youth market.

The struggling action sports retailer PacSun still suffers, mostly with their young women’s collection, but remain optimistic.

The Buckle’s latest denim collection and layering pieces boost sales and exceeds analyst’s expectations.

The music-inspired retailer and popular store among American youth culture, reflects the difficult economic challenges in these times.

Launching into a week of major announcements from the tech giants of the world which could lead to major changes for tech-savvy youth culture.

Why such decisions are of importance, not only for the music industry, but brands that use sponsorship as a grassroots method to reach youth culture.

Mixture of financial results among youth culture brands reveals new expectations and upcoming fourth quarter guidance.

Shocking news, but after 29 years, the Action Sports Retailer Trade Show has ended.