Favorite T-shirt Brand Preferences in North America Indicate Shifting Landscape for Major Fashion Labels + Unexpected Opportunities for Others December 31, 2007
Streetwear Fashion in youth culture continues to drive the market in many ways, particularly when it comes to T-shirts. Top preferences measured among 15-35-year-olds in Label Networks’ Streetwear Fashion Report reveals a changing landscape.
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China Youth Culture’s “After ‘80’s” Market Dictating Blogging, Spending, + Fashion Trends December 30, 2007
Label Networks’ China Youth Culture Study 2008 reveals what’s up with a new generation of consumers and the power of specific blogs + communication patterns as they affect technology, fashion, + lifestyle trends.
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“If you could volunteer for a non-profit organization, which one would it be?”—Label Networks Reveals Where Green Market Ops Lie in Reaching Youth Culture December 27, 2007
Label Networks’ Humanitarian Youth Culture Profile Report delivers top trends + insight in humanitarian, environmental concerns, and volunteerism and green marketing opportunities within youth culture.
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Converse-like Sneaker Transforms into Slip-On’s Winning the European ISPO Brand New Award for Innovation December 26, 2007
ISPO, the largest sporting trade show in Europe, features The Brand New Awards each January. One of the winners this year is an innovative sneaker brand.
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Santa’s Ghetto, East London’s Seasonal Pop-Up Art Show Takes It to Bethlehem Featuring Epic Work from Banksy, Swoon, Ron English, + Others—Proceeds Benefit West Bank Kids December 20, 2007
Pop-up art + retail taken to new heights with this latest from the artist collective Santa’s Ghetto. It disappears December 25th.
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Sunglasses as Key Accessories to Fashion Styles Indicate Changes in Size of Market Opportunities + Trends—Fresh Data on Top Brands, Spending, Plus Street Photos on Trendiest Looks December 18, 2007
Forecasts via street trend photos + consumer preference data about top brands + size of market indicate the importance of the sunglasses marketplace on global youth culture fashion and why now big-box retail is getting into the shades industry.
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“What ONE brand do you think is doing the most to help the environment?”— Label Networks’ 2nd Annual Humanitarian Profile Report Covers Who’s Doing Best When it Comes to Green Marketing December 18, 2007
A mix of automotive, apparel, non-profits, electricity, + food make into the results, indicating just where specific target markets find green initiatives by certain brands most effective.
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As Banzai Pipeline Goes Off Determining World Surfing Titles Including Vans Triple Crown, Label Networks’ Measures Importance of Surfing in Youth Culture Markets December 17, 2007
The evolution of surfing, events, pros, + media coverage has played a role in changing the dynamics and relative importance of surfing in youth culture over the past 5 years. Results indicate new opportunities for surf brands targeting specific demographics as new pros move in and surf styles including events change-up the sport.
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Brown Sound’s Fresh Themes on Steve McQueen, Big Sur, ‘70’s Sports Provide this Label Originality in Design December 17, 2007
Sporty with a retro flair, Brown Sound’s collection for Spring ’08 brings back more colorful times of early ‘70’s Hobie Cats + quintessential Steve McQueen-ness that keeps this brand on a different course.
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What’s Next for Street + Upper-Urbanwear Boutiques, Denim, + the NYC Fashion Landscape in Harlem, Brooklyn, + Manhattan—Special Interview Provides Insight December 16, 2007
In a new set of insider interviews with street fashion industry players, Label Networks talks with specialty boutique buyers, store designers, denim designers, and T-shirt manufacturers to provide insight on what’s next in street and contemporary fashion for ‘08.
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“Do You Consider Snowboarding As An Off-season Alternative to Skateboarding?”—Label Networks’ Snowboarding Profile Report Compares Rider to Skaters and Vice Versa Determining Top New Markets + Trends December 14, 2007
Snowboarding + Skateboarding are two sports that are used often by brands hoping to gain cred when reaching youth culture markets. In this story, Label Networks quantifies which demographics consider riding or skating more core to their lifestyle and thus, where opportunities lie within both.
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Hurley Launches Music Program to Connect Apparel + Music in Retail Experiences—Label Networks Data Quantifies Level of Association Between Music + Brands December 11, 2007
Music, Action Sports Fashion, + Retail come together in new move by Hurley to unite new fans to their favorite bands + in the process encounter a new retail experience that also expands the brand. Label Networks data on music and brand association lays open what this may mean.
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Communication Patterns Among Youth Culture Indicate Distinct Characteristics with Technology Generation Gap Starting at 25, + Divergent Traits Among U.S. vs. UK vs. Japan + China December 11, 2007
Knowing how young people use new media + communicate is essential for getting one’s brand message out into the marketplace. Results from Label Networks indicate vast differences by age groups and culture in methods such as WOM, texting, IM, email, links, profile pages.
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Fresh Results Measuring Eco-Friendly Fashion Awareness Among Youth Culture Indicate Certain Demographics Moving Forward as Leaders of the Movement December 10, 2007
Measuring the future of eco-friendly and environmentally friendly fashion in youth culture, Label Networks has been able to quantify what this new generation of consumers think and where the movement is headed next the fastest.
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Bread & Butter Goes King-Sized Expanding with Sourcing Section, Bigger Sport & Street, Sportswear, + Fashion Shows December 10, 2007
Bread & Butter Barcelona gets bigger and cooler each year—new announcements for January add special archetecutral dynamics, plus music, lights, and culture.
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Magazine Preferences Among Youth Culture Move Post-Gender, Influences from Manga Increase, + Numbers Read on Average Reflect New Hot Target Markets December 10, 2007
Magazines continue to play a vital role in entertainment patterns among youth culture in North America, however the marketplace has shifted into new directions. This story quantifies where and why, and what’s coming up next.
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Hispanic Youth Culture Preferences + Influences are Changing the Fashion Marketplace, Starting with Where They Find out About New Brands + Styles Mostly December 9, 2007
Results from Label Networks’ Hispanic Youth Culture Profile Report indicate that this cultural demographic has tremendous influence fashion trends and styles, as well as where and how they find out about new brands.
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Knitta, The All-Girl Knitting Graffiti Tag Crew, Hits up Paris Turning Urban Detritus into a Fiber Enthusiasts Dreamscape December 6, 2007
In a city that hates graffiti + street artists, in comes Knitta, invited no-less, to participate in a 60th anniversary of Bergere de France + bringing their fiber tags with them. Viva La Difference!
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Vivendi Buys Up Activision Stakes for $9.8 Billion Creating Massive Game Publishing House + Serious Competition for EA December 4, 2007
Makers of World of Warcraft buy into makers of Guitar Hero + Tony Hawk series, creating a massive gaming publishing--tips on what this means for new gamers + the industry in general
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Lipstick Prophets + Pretti Vacant = Two Women Brands That Know the Value of Shared Booth Space to Attract Leading-Edge Buyers Interested in Punk, Kitsch, + Updated Designs December 4, 2007
Updated hoodies + burn-out loungewear are among key items in Lipstick Prophet’s winter collection, whereas Pretti Vacant provides a glimpse into Plexiglas jewelry designs including owls, boomboxes, anchors, and snakes.
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Up-and-Coming Mexico City T-shirt + Apparel Brands Dirty & Miserable and AntiFashion Create Fresh Music-Inspired Graphics Combining PacMan, Skulls, Frankenstein, + Wrestlers—Part 1 of T-shirt Graphics from MC December 3, 2007
From one extreme to the other, Mexico City designers bring out new styles in T-shirt graphics that in influenced from music, but also old-school horror flicks, and national icons resulting in a fresh combo of ideas.
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“Peel Here” Sticker Event Brings Out Subculture of Top Sticker, Graff, + Street Artists in Major Event at the Ghetto Mansion, Downtown Los Angeles December 3, 2007
Sticker art is as old as street + graffiti art, which was celebrated big-time in Los Angeles bringing out top designers and tag writers from the West Coast.
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“Which of the Following Music Electronic Devices Do You Own?”—Results from Label Networks’ North America Youth Culture Study Quantifies Where Spending is Headed to Next When it Comes to Music + Electronics - Subscribers Only December 3, 2007
Expectations in Christmas season spending patterns lean towards music electronic devices. Based on results from Label Networks’ Fall Report from North America + Digital Lifestyle Profile Report, we reveal just where spending in this sector is headed by demographic + what this means for the entertainment + music industries.
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Sundance Film Festival 2008 Preview—Movies that Will Impact Street + Youth Culture December 2, 2007
The films have been announced for the upcoming Sundance Film Festival in Park City, UT, in January ‘08. Label Networks previews top films sure to rock Street + Youth Culture.
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Quiksilver Comes Up with Interesting New Snowboarding Event with Pro Rider Travis Rice Called “The Natural Selection”—An All-Mountain Freestyle Invitational November 30, 2007
Going back to the roots of snowboarding and away from Superpipes, Travis Rice + Quiksilver create a natural event with 17 top riders all confirmed sparking a new revolution in winter’s most popular sport.
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Arbor Apparel Proves Integration of Bamboo from Boards to Street Fashion Including Denim = Successful Steps for Organic Business Growth November 27, 2007
As pioneers in using natural wood veneers + bamboo in creating snowboards, Arbor shows that sticking with its root materials creates a vast foundation for moving into apparel including the first to create bamboo denim.
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Snowboarding Big Air’s Back in the Winter X Games, Along with New Additions Skiing Big Air + Snowmobile Speed + Style; Plus X Games Franchise Heads Back to Dubai November 27, 2007
Coming full-circle, now with the X Games some sports that were ditched are back in, such as snowboarding big-air. We anticipate aggressive inline to make its “debut” next.
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Cyber-Monday + Online Shopping Among Youth Culture Reflect Different Patterns than General Population—Label Networks’ Data Quantifies T-shirt, Footwear + Other Online Trends among 13-25-year-olds - Subscribers Only November 26, 2007
Several research companies predicted lower than average consumer spending + changing patterns based on competition from online retailers. Label Networks data, which concentrates on youth culture, indicates online retailer successes in key areas.
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Freaky Friends + Tatei Brands From Mexico City Blend Girly Sophistication + Fun in 2 Imaginative Collections November 25, 2007
Mexico now has its own version of Hello Kitty in the collections found from Freaky Friends + Tatei. From both the runway shows at the Urban Culture Fashion Fest to the busy booth on the trade show floor, clearly these brands are becoming massively popular south of the border.
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Sneaker Culture + Footwear—Changing Preferences in Shopping Locations Indicate What’s-Up for Retail Ahead—Part 2 Label Networks Sneaker Culture Report November 18, 2007
While the explosion of sneaker bloggers continues, many people are starting to see them more as p.r.-feeders for the big-guys like Nike. Results from Label Networks’ Streetwear Fashion Business Study quantifies the differences between real consumer preferences + trends, vs. hype. Here’s Part 2 of our Sneaker Culture Report about Shopping Pattern Preferences.
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Beautiful Decay Shows How the Artists’ Magazine Became a Player in Shaping Street Fashion By Providing a Platform For Artists Through Apparel November 18, 2007
Fubz from BD knows his way around a trade show, magazines, + art gallery with aplomb. In this interview with Label Networks TV, the publisher talks about street fashion, art, new media, blogs, trade shows, + longevity in a saturated field.
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Mad-Dash by Entertainment Industry to Create Own Social Networks Results in Another Ill-Fated Idea Called “Bebo” Thanks to Turner, CBS, MTV, BBC, + Sky November 17, 2007
The creation of Bebo by top broadcasters is an example of just how large the entertainment/new media Generation Gap has become between a new generation of consumers + the self-perpetuating broadcast companies dependent on the old-school models of advertising.
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Surf Update: Megan Abubu Wins Reef Hawaiian Pro in 1st of Triple Crown Series on North Shore; Legend Sunny Garcia Fresh Out of Jail Stomps Competition; Big-Wave Competitions Mavericks + Eddie Aikau Now Open November 16, 2007
Big-wave season is upon us + with it, the most exciting action in surfing with the Vans Triple Crown, Mavericks, + Eddie Aikau. Top new surfers are expected to change the face of the sport as sponsors vie for coveted association + text campaigns abound.
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Marvin Magazine, Mexico City’s Hipster Publication Covering Music, Fashion, + Art, Showcases Exhibition at Urban Culture Fashion Fest in Unique Wooden Art Displays by Top Artists November 16, 2007
Marvin Magazine from Mexico City represents a mix of street fashion, lifestyle, music, + art. They’re recent art exhibition reflected the latest creations from top street + graffiti artists south of the border.
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King Stampede Shows How a Former Online Record Store Succeeded in Moving Into Retail (Boundless NY) + Street Fashion November 16, 2007
King Stampede may also be known as Boundless NY—the retailer known for carrying a Who’s Who of top street brands--which in this insightful interview with Label Networks TV, shows how the evolution of an online record store can turn into much more.
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China’s Top Accessory Trends + Why, By Label Networks’ “Cred Reporters” Reveal Where Things are Headed in Youth Culture—Part 2 of Fresh Fashion Report - Subscribers Only November 15, 2007
As the largest new consumer market in the world, knowing what’s going on in China is important even for the smallest brand or retailer. In Part 2 of the upcoming 3rd Annual China Youth Culture Study, here’s a look at what’s hot in Accessories and the importance of this market in China.
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JB Classics Sneaks X Ford X DJ Funkmaster Flex = Ultimate in Sneaker-Car-DJ Culture Collaborations November 15, 2007
Car culture crossing into sneaker culture continues as Ford + JB Classics create a 60-pair LTD drop; just as Onitsuka collabs with Mini in Europe.
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Ugly Doll-Like “Nomsters” + Mexican Wrestling Face Mask Pillows among New Version of Urban Toy Culture Coming Out of Mexico City November 13, 2007
In a fashion culture inspired by folklore, Mexico City has a thriving urban vinyl toy scene, but also plush character dolls and pillows which have become key accessories in various collections, similar to Harajuku-style doll accessories.
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Lemar and Dauley Indicate Why This Seasoned Street Fashion Brand Is Unique as Indicated by New Directions Representing Key Iconic Symbols, 1992, + Collabs November 13, 2007
Celebrating their 4 and ½ year anniversary, this iconic Brooklyn-based streetwear brand brings with it strong references + stories as to why they create + design what they do. Brian talks with Label Networks TV about what makes sense to Lemar and Dauley, the year 1992, fine arts influences, Notorious B.I.G., + ski jackets.
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Paola Hernandez from Mexico City Crosses Boundaries of Futuristic Designs with High-collared Ruffle Shirts Mixed with Contemporary Vinyl Dresses + Vests at Runway Show During Urban Culture Fashion Fest November 12, 2007
New designs out of Mexico City indicate that trends from south of the border are becoming more influential on the global landscape, as indicated by the fresh collection from Paola Hernandez during Urban Culture Fashion Fest.
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European “Cred Reports,” Highly-Anticipated Editorial Reports from Tastemakers Across Europe Covering Top Trends in Fashion, Accessories, Retail, Music, Current Events, Technology Now Available! - Subscribers Only November 12, 2007
Insider trendsetters across Europe tell it like it is regarding the state of fashion, retail, music, accessories, + technology, plus where they believe things are headed next in Label Networks’ “Cred Reports” released from Europe this week.
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Organic Cotton Exchange Report Indicates Global Organic Cotton Apparel Topping $1 Billion With Estimates to Triple by 2010—What This Means in Streetwear Fashion November 12, 2007
Street fashion trends are moving in a green direction as youth culture markets growing up familiar with the impact of their buying decisions on the environment, demand more choices in the designs and textiles they wear.
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Super Thin “Alice” Bands Provide New Twist in Headbands + Re-introduces ‘50’s Bouffant with Rocker-Edge November 12, 2007
Hair accessories continue to make waves in style, not only among girls, but also guys, particularly the advent of the super thin headband, also known in the UK as the “Alice” band.
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Sneaker Culture + Footwear—Top Brand Preferences Among Youth Culture Quantify New Trends Not Yet Picked-up by Prolific Blogger Culture November 10, 2007
While the explosion of sneaker bloggers continues, many people are starting to see them more as p.r.-feeders for the big-guys like Nike. Results from Label Networks’ Streetwear Fashion Business Study quantifies the differences between real consumer preferences + trends, vs. hype.
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Monster 666—Street-Inspired Fashion Brand from Mexico Brings Attention to Fresh Rockabilly-Punk Styles in Recent Runway Show - Subscribers Only November 9, 2007
Monster 666—Street-Inspired Fashion Brand from Mexico Brings Attention to Fresh Rockabilly-Punk Styles in Recent Runway Show - Subscribers Only
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Pop-Up Retail Store New High (M)art in Downtown Chinatown, Los Angeles, Features Fresh Concepts in the Realm of Experimental Retail November 7, 2007
The staleness of many retail experiences have caused alarm for many brands that simply can no longer get their target market to engage. One solution has been the advent of pop-up retail stores, which the Japanese first mastered on the backstreets of Harajuku, then London, + now Los Angeles.
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Fresh Designers from Mexico Showcase New Collections from Street-Inspired Trends Down Runways at Urban Culture Fashion Fest—Preview Story November 6, 2007
Runway shows in Mexico usually come in the form of high-end or couture during Mexico Fashion Week. However last weekend at the Urban Culture Fashion Fest, we got a real sense of urban + street-inspired styles in a punk-rock version of the catwalk.
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The City Loves You Art Installation Highlights Latest in Urban Vinyl Toys, Graffiti, + Street Art from Various Branches of Mexico’s Urban Culture November 5, 2007
Mexico’s art collective The City Loves You multi-dimensional installation showcases latest creative endeavors in urban culture highlighting what’s going on in Mexico’s vinyl toys, screenprinting, pixel art, graffiti, + street scenes.
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Mexico City Urban Culture Fashion Fest Illustrates Burgeoning Scene of New Designers Mixed with Top Bands, Skateboarding, Graffiti Artists + Urban Vinyl Scenes November 5, 2007
The 1st of its kind in Mexico, this trade show-like fashion, music, art festival created a buzz that indicates there’s a new version of urban culture on the rise.
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Youth Olympic Games Boil-Down to 9 Potential Host Cities—Skateboarding Possible Sport; Coca-Cola Pony’s-Up for Restoration of Ancient Olympia Site November 5, 2007
While the fight begins for who’s going to host the Youth Olympic Games in 2010, it also brings up the fact that potential sports, such as skateboarding, might just get scooped by the Youth Games 2 years before the London Games get their chance for a major, money-making, cred-building sport debut.
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China’s Top Fashion Trends + Why, By Label Networks’ “Cred Reporters” Reveal Where Things are Headed in Youth Culture - Subscribers Only November 5, 2007
As the largest new consumer market in the world, knowing what’s going on in China is important even for the smallest brand or retailer. Our Weekly Analysis provides insight on fashion trends taken from Label Networks’ Cred Report--a highlight to the upcoming 3rd Annual China Youth Culture Study to be released mid-November.
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Top Bands from Mexico Perform at Urban Culture Fashion Fest Indicating Popularity for Pop-Punk, Goth, Indie Among Youth Culture in Mexico City November 5, 2007
Chiquita Violenta, Six Million Dollar Wierdos, Los Concorde, Satin Dolls, and Anabautha among highlights in music coming from fresh bands out of Mexico indicating new influences of emo among youth culture.
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Unite the United + Music for Relief to Donate Auction Proceeds to California Fire Victims from VIP Tix, Collectibles, Instruments from Linkin Park, Madonna, Green Day, + Others November 5, 2007
Many California fire victims will get a break thanks to musicians willing to raise funds through an eBay auction of sales of VIP Tickets + various collectibles thanks to Linkin Park’s Music for Relief program + Unite the United non-profit from founders of the Vans Warped Tour + Taste of Chaos.
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Snow Industries of America (SIA) Trade Show to Move from Vegas to Denver by 2010 November 5, 2007
SIA’s move from Vegas to Denver by 2010 indicates potential expansion opportunities for the ski and snowboarding industries
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Los Angeles River Bank “Meeting of Styles” Grand Graffiti Murals Painted Over By Industrial Rollers Indicating Foul-Play—Public Radio Stations, Groups Rallying Back November 1, 2007
Suspected foul-play is behind the recent destruction of the documentary-worthy graffiti art mural exhibition at the LA River as “professional” fully-equipped rollers destroy an historical graffiti landscape.
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Denim Size of Market, Preferences, Purchasing Patterns, + Price Points Among 13-25-year-olds in North America Reveal Changing Landscape + Opportunities Influencing Fashion Landscape - Weekly Analysis Subscribers Only October 30, 2007
Fresh results from Label Networks’ North American Youth Culture Study—Fall Report ‘07 reveals shifts in consumer price points, preferences, + market opportunities among specific demographics when it comes to Denim purchasing patterns.
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New Leaders Among Top Women Surfers Raises Anticipation Levels for Upcoming World Championship Finals + Vans Triple Crown Titles October 30, 2007
New leaders among top women surfers brings with it industry changes from sponsors to fashion and lifestyle associations as the final competitions in women’s pro surfing get under way starting this month.
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Brooklyn Circus Boutique + BKc Brand Mix-up Street + Global Influences + Tell the Story of a “100-Year-Plan” October 30, 2007
Ouigi Q. Theodore is a unique boutique owner + brand designer who not only has one of the most underground, cool stores that’s become an internationally sought-after shopping destination in Brooklyn, but has also launched a unique clothing line called BKc for the traveled, streetwise fashion player.
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Fluevog Footwear Show at “Dress Right” Illustrates How This Brand Continues to Push Hipster Style Trends October 29, 2007
John Fluevog is known among hipster footwear fanatics for his progressive rock ‘n roll mixed with classic designs. His new collection, featured in a unique shoe runway show, illustrates his latest perfect mash-up.
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Japanese Brand Ayuite’s “Easy Rider” Collection by Hiroyuki Obara Among Up-and-Coming Designers from Tokyo’s Newest Hotspot, Ebisu October 29, 2007
Within Tokyo are new hotspots where tribes of fashion designers, musicians, and artists gather. Ebisu, Tokyo is the latest, known for featuring top men’s designers such as Mastermind, roen, attachment, roar, and Ayuite--most of whom have worked for international fashion brands before launching out on their own.
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2nd Annual West Coast Graffiti Party Brings Out Top Artists--Frame DTK, CES one, King 157, Risk, Toofly, Ezra, + More To Educate + Promote Dialogue About the Power of Aerosol Art Among Today’s Youth Culture October 29, 2007
Graffiti art + the power of the spray paint can are often only recognized as a form of rebellion + pollution. However as the 2nd Annual West Coast Graffiti Party encouraged, programs + locations need to be built because it’s not negative but rather, the wave of the future for young artists.
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China Youth Culture Online Shopping Habits + Preferences Indicate Global Market Opportunities Within Specific Categories + Demographics, with Influences from America, Upcoming Olympics, + More October 28, 2007
As a prelude to Label Networks’ highly anticipated 3rd Annual China Youth Culture Study covering Fashion, Music, New Media, Sports, Technology, + more, to be released early next month, we deliver insights on results among 15-25-year-olds from the Online shopping section.
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Banksy Originals to Be Auctioned for Big Money Indicating Sign of the Times as Top Graffiti + Street Artists Finally Get Recognition + Revenue October 25, 2007
Banksy, a well-known street artist from the UK whose work usually inspires controversy + discussion, set to sell in rare auction for values upwards of $600,000.
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The Japan Fashion Report Special 02007 October 23, 2007
Due to the popularity of our Label Lab Newsletter stories regarding fashion in Japan, we have added a unique, in-depth Fashion story outlining key designer inspirations, brands, stores, and shopping patterns for our Weekly Analysis subscribers about what’s going on in street and contemporary fashion in Japan.
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Keep A Breast Chosen for Emergen-C + Liv Tyler Generation Pink Campaign, Wins MySpace Impact Award, + Raise $77,572 in Keep-a-Breast Event in Paris with Artists Baptiste + Nenah Cherry October 23, 2007
Keep A Breast, the unique artistic non-profit foundation that raises awareness and funds for breast cancer awareness + education among youth culture, combines art, fundraising, + brand involvement in remarkable strides during October Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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E for All (a.k.a. E3 Expo) Attracts 18,000 Hardcore Gamers, Industry Players, + New Game Releases, Plus Association from Intel, HP, MTV, + Sponsorship from Target October 22, 2007
E for All is the largest video gaming industry conference and consumer show in North America. Each year, while the event which used to be called E3, attracted hardcore gamers, this year, it also marks a shift with new releases from electronic companies highlighting their wares, and peripheral associations through brands such as Target.
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DJ Disco Wiz, the 1st Latino Hip-Hop DJ, Offers Up Insight on the Original OG’s + the Education of the Early Years Through His Label The Originators Clothing—Exclusive LNTV Interview October 22, 2007
Starting from the beginning of the hip-hop movement in the ‘70’s with DJs, MCs, Writers, and B-Boys, DJ Disco Wiz explains just how you have to go to the beginning to move forward.
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Cinnamon Roll Gang Bring Characterizations to Bags –Among Key Accessories in Blue Chips’ Fashion Fair at the Urban Woman Experience “Within” Graffiti + Rap/Hip-Hop Event October 21, 2007
In a unique event that highlighted the female side of urban culture, the Urban Woman Experience attracted hundreds of people curious to see what’s next in graffiti art + street fashion.
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Free Gold Watch, the Silkscreen Master T-shirt Brand, Dives into the Meaning of Graphic Inspiration, the Mariah Connection, + Wolf Tickets October 21, 2007
An interview with Label Networks TV, Free Gold Watch designers deliver insight their new project "Literbox", "Hater Blockers" and how to make profit backed by a rather unique “business model.”
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Horror Movie Popularity--Which Demographic Likes Them Most + Why Provides Target Market Opportunities in a Genre Mostly Relegated to Halloween October 21, 2007
In Label Networks’ North American Youth Culture Studies, we not only track favorite movies and actors, but “types” of movies and why. When it comes to horror flicks, there’s clearly target market opportunities among a specific genre and age group that most brands never realize.
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Menswear Designers Orthodox + Endovanera Revitalize Cropped Jackets, Short Pants, + Street-inspired Suits in Part 2 From GenArt Fresh Faces Fashion Show October 19, 2007
Combinations of street + civility provide 2 up-and-coming menswear designers with a significant edge as illustrated at their premieres during GenArt Fresh Faces. Part 2
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Dre Hayes of The Museum Group Provides Key Insight about the Influence of Streetwear, Garmentos, + New Influences on Contemporary + Runway Fashion—Part 1 with video October 16, 2007
Streetwear is the new pop culture, according to Dre Hayes, a leader in the street + contemporary fashion movement. What this means is we’re headed for a new regime of top brands in the near future.
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GenArt Fresh Faces Fashion Show Features 12 Emerging Designers With New Sources of Inspiration + Style Signaling What’s Next October 16, 2007
Many of today’s top new designers had their careers launched thanks to the Fresh Faces fashion runway show from GenArt. At last weekend’s 10th Anniversary, CW Christian Weber, Orthodox, + Su-Tahn were among favorites creating new looks for the future.
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The Urban Woman Experience “Within” Draws Diversity of Female Talent in Graffiti Art, Slam Poetry, Rap/Hip-hop, + Street Fashion Indicating the Rise of Women in a Predominately Male Subculture October 16, 2007
In a unique event that highlighted the female side of urban culture, the Urban Woman Experience attracted hundreds of people curious to see what’s next in graffiti art + street fashion.
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Artful Dodger Rumored to Be Bought by Iconix Brand Group, New Owners to Rocawear + OP, Sealing Trends That Urban Corps Are Buying-up Streetwear October 15, 2007
Streetwear may be the new urbanwear as big corporations seek out the next big movement buying up brands along the way.
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Graffiti + Urban Art Gallery Crewest Collaborate with Companion Bag Brand Cocaine Mule for Unique Fashion Week Showcase Bringing Accessories + Art Together October 15, 2007
Hundreds flock downtown LA’s hottest graffiti art gallery to check out the art-bag fusion with Cocaine Mule in an extraordinary series of one-of-a-kind art bag pieces.
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Sneaker Culture Trends in Europe Indicate Important Shifts in Preferences For Key Brands + New Opportunities for the Little Guys October 15, 2007
Within the recent release of Label Networks’ 5th Annual European Youth Culture Study, one of the most notable areas of new trends + influences can be found in the Footwear section, particularly the changing dynamics of sneaker culture.
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Welcome Back: Plaids Rebound in NYC’s Lower East Side October 14, 2007
Fresh street report from our NYU writer Lisa Solimeo provides a taste of what’s up in plaid’s comeback, including fitted shirts and jumper-style dresses on guys and girls from the streets of New York City.
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“Which do you think can make a bigger difference in the world?” + Results to Influences in Buying Patterns among Youth Culture Based on Philanthropy October 12, 2007
With Al Gore winning the Nobel Peace Prize, environmentalism has been elevated, influencing the next generation particularly spending patterns. Results from Label Networks’ Humanitarian Youth Culture Profile Report reveal importance of philanthropy in spending, plus who they believe can make the greatest difference: Politicians or Corporations.
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Jeffrey Sebelia’s “Into the Wild” Themed Cosa Nostra Collection Kicks of BOXeight’s LA Fashion Week Events October 12, 2007
Winner of Project Runway with his rock ‘n roll designs and usage of colors, Jeffrey Sebelia’s kick-off runway show for LA Fashion Week illustrate new possibilities in designs mixing punk, cowboy, and nature elements.
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Video Game Music Tour Expands Beyond Gamer Fans Based on Demand from People Looking for Unique Music + Interactive Experiences October 12, 2007
Music in video games has become big business, just as Cosplay has spawned new subcultures in fashion design. The popularity of Video Games Live concert series proves new revenue models exist outside of the box.
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Los Angeles Street Fashion for Guys Pairs-up Indie Looks, Bordering on Geek-Chic Providing New Directions in West Coast Style October 9, 2007
The geek-chic look among guys stems not from runways, but indie inspirations mixed with rave resulting in a West Coast originality with androgynous qualities making style fun, youthful, + inspiring.
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Fiberops Introduce a New Version of Rockabilly/Psychobilly Inspired Designs in Denim, Shirts, + Jackets for the “New Traditionalists” in Gentlemen’s Clothing October 9, 2007
An internationally inspired brand from Brooklyn to Tokyo to Hong Kong, Fiberops is pushing the envelope of the new “old” movement of rockabilly, car-culture in gentlemen’s street fashion.
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25th Anniversary for the Vans Triple Crown of Surf on the North Shore Creates Unique Gathering of the Tribes, Commemorative Vans Shoe, Sponsorship Changes, + New Heroes of Surf October 9, 2007
The North Shore of Oahu prepares for a massive gathering of surfers, including new title sponsors, champions, + trends that are sure to evolve from the gathering of the tribes in this special anniversary year.
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LA “It Girls” of Street Fashion Depict Hybrids of Indie, Rave, Harajuku, + Thrift Resulting in Styles Sure to Inspire Top Designer Seeking Inspiration Sources October 9, 2007
Fresh street-snaps of the Downtown LA Woman shows just why they’ve become new It Girls of fashion with self-assured attitudes (and long, messy hair) mixed with music influences + thrift finds resulting in an intangible allure.
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“What’s Your Favorite Brand of Clothing?”—Top Results from North American Youth Culture Study Indicate Great Changes + Trend Directions Affecting the Business of Fashion—Here’s Why October 9, 2007
In Label Networks’ 7th, bi-annual North American Youth Culture Study measuring perceptions and insights from 13-25-year-olds across the continent, top fashion brands continue to indicate that fashion influences continue to come from the streets + the spirit of DIY.
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Kunna Denim Jeans Fuse Japanese Wabi-Sabi Aesthetics, Design, + Organic Cotton to Create ’08 Collection Representing Up-and-Coming New Labels of the Movement October 8, 2007
The organic cotton movement is largely in part because of small up-and-coming denim brands that are pushing the trend. From Loomstate, Rogan, Kiyuchi, Levi’s Green Label, + featured here, Kunna, the marketplace is ripe for the movement.
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Detour Festival in the Streets of Los Angeles with Bloc Party, Kavinsky, Satellite Party, + Kinky Among Others Provide Glimpse of a Vibrant Future Downtown October 8, 2007
Cultural revival is happening in Los Angeles as it re-establishes itself as a leader of the graffiti art and music scenes as indicated by the popularity of the Detour Music Festival last weekend.
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Video Game System Preferences Across European Youth Culture Indicate Shake-up in Entertainment Patterns in General October 7, 2007
By looking at top preference patterns in video gaming systems, it’s clear how significant the changes in entertainment patterns have become + where marketers and advertisers need to go to next to reach youth culture across Europe, as indicated in Label Networks’ 5th Annual European Youth Culture Study results.
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Cheap Monday from Sweden Delivers Fresh Styles in High-waisted Denim, Colors, Even laced-up Denim Stovepipes—All Originally Affordable October 3, 2007
Cheap Monday is among the new group of cool designers and denim brands that have captured the attention of the rest of Europe and North America. But what really makes then stand apart isn’t just their styles, but the fact that you can buy many pairs: They are originally inexpensive, putting the fun back in denim.
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Texting Patterns Inspire New Speed in Communication Patterns, Fashion Styles, + Marketing Campaigns while Cell Phone Brands Struggle to Stay on Top October 2, 2007
Fresh analysis from Label Networks North American Youth Culture Study—Fall Report ’07 Cell Phone + Technology Sections indicate even faster morphs of languages used in youth culture + the phone feature challenges driving new brands to the top
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Radiohead Releases New Album--Fans Can Pay Whatever; Challenges to the Traditional Business Model of Music Continues… October 2, 2007
The model of the music business continues to change drastically, making it a benchmark industry to watch in terms of where things are headed. In this latest twist by Radiohead, the middleman has gotten the ax.
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Fitted-Caps Popularity Through Limited-Edition Drops Redefines Style Through the Traditional “Baseball” Hat—Photo Montage of Key Cap Trends Across America October 1, 2007
Baseball hats are here to stay in American fashion, but the latest LTD’s and graphics have elevated fitted-cap culture into a key accessory in youth culture fashion.
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Hundreds of Top Graffiti Artists Gather at Los Angeles Riverbanks to Create Massive Mural + Alter Perceptions about the Meaning of Art in the “Meeting of Styles LA”—Images Defy Words October 1, 2007
Worthy of a documentary, the live mural paintings of hundreds of graffiti artists working together for 2 days at the LA River was a breathtaking exhibition that transformed perceptions of a once-bleak concrete environment.
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Swerve Festival Brings Out West Coast Creative Culture Through Action Sports-Inspired Films, Music, + Art Exhibitions in 1st Annual Event October 1, 2007
While it’s well known that the bohemian lifestyle and creation of action sports, underground films, art, and music often duplicated around the world came from the West Coast, it was refreshing to see the celebration of the culture through the 1st annual Swerve Festival initiated by Fuel TV.
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True Love & False Idols Among Fabric Pioneers in Streetwear Mixing Cashmere, Satin, Bamboo + Cotton Resulting in Unique Traits that Sets the Brand Apart October 1, 2007
Fabric pioneers in men’s streetwear aren’t all that common, so when True Love & False Idols moved in that direction—from the beginning--it caught the attention of celebrities whether they liked it or not.
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China Youth Culture Study Provides New Insight + Trend Forecasting in Fashion, Technology, Communication, Entertainment, Sports, Music October 1, 2007
October 1, 2007
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Top Favorite Sports, Participation, + Sports to “Learn” in Pan-European Report Indicate New Trends in Lifestyle Associations among 15-25-year-olds September 30, 2007
Label Networks’ 5th Annual European Youth Culture Study ’07-’08 reveals far-reaching changes in sports and influences among youth culture across the UK, France, Italy, Spain, + Germany indicating new lifestyle influences on the horizon.
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European Youth Culture Study Reveals New Trends + Opportunities in Fashion, Technology, New Media, Entertainment, Sports September 27, 2007
September 27, 2007
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T-shirt Brand Favorites among North American Youth Culture Indicate Market Opportunities for New Labels + Shifts for Established Brands—Fresh Results from LN North American Youth Culture Study-Fall Report ‘07 September 25, 2007
The highly anticipated North American Youth Culture Study—Fall Report ’07 by Label Networks now out reveals fresh shifts and changing directions in top T-shirt brands indicating market opportunities.
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Imperial Junkie Bridges the Gap Between Premium Japanese Denim + Streetwear for the American Marketplace Using the Art of Knowledge + Signature Pieces September 25, 2007
Ruben Campos has been in denim and apparel for 17 years, so when it came time for his Imperial Junkie collection, the art of experience clearly shows where the next step in denim directions can lead to.
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Sex Pistols Re-Record “Anarchy in the UK” for Guitar Hero III Illustrating Importance of Music in Video Games Towards Reaching New Generation of Consumers September 25, 2007
Video game music has become far more important in capturing new gamers than most gaming companies first realized. Guitar Hero III and their usage of music in general have made this Activision game among the most popular in youth culture across America. The crossover continues.
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Starbucks, iTunes, Eddie Vedder Soundtrack, “Into the Wild” by Sean Penn—How Crossover Marketing Can Amount to Enormous Reach September 25, 2007
Cross-over marketing plans by Starbucks and iTunes has created a 7-degrees-of-separation story that even they probably didn’t realize existed.
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WeAretheSuperlativeConspiracy + Diet Pepsi Collab with Designed Bottle by Graffiti Artist and WeSC Activist Axis, Signaling the Importance of Streetwear to Large Beverage Brands September 25, 2007
In a rare collaboration not often seen among massive beverage brands such as Pepsi and small streetwear brands such as WeSC, the Diet Pepsi’s Collectible Premium Goods Collaboration strikes a new chord for both sides.
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“Bra Boys” Surf Documentary Narrated by Russell Crowe Shows Cultural Evolution of Australia’s Gnarliest Surf Community + Gaining Groundswell of Underground Support Based on Social Issues Raised September 24, 2007
Maligned surf communities and inner-city social struggles are not your typical fare when it comes to surf documentaries, but “Bra Boy’s” captures the reality of a gang-riddled lifestyle and Australia’s historical stigma against surfing.
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Origami-Designed Memory Sticks the Next Step in the Highly-Accessorized Japanese Portable Electronic Movement September 24, 2007
Decorated mobile phones, Etchstar-etched laptops and iPods, and now, origami-designed USB memory sticks among latest trends in DIY-ing one’s personal electronics. Japan takes the lead.
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“Which country do you think is producing the freshest fashion trends today?”— Where European Youth Culture Is Turning to for Fashion Inspiration September 24, 2007
Fresh Results from Label Networks’ 5th Annual European Youth Culture Study ’07 not only tracks where 15-25-year-olds in the UK, France, Italy, Spain, + Germany look to for fashion inspiration, but also top brands, retail experiences, influences in purchasing patterns, and other topics.
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Alpinestars Runway Show Illustrates How a Moto Brand Has Successfully Crossed-over to Women’s Apparel—Highlights: High-waisted Denim + Plaids September 24, 2007
Alpinestars no longer simply provides motocross gear, pads, boots, and apparel, but in the past 2 years, they’ve turned to delivering some of the new leading-edge streetwear trends in apparel for young women.
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Crocheted + Knitted Hats Brings Get-Crafty Vibe to Headwear Accessories for Fall September 21, 2007
Handmade hats among new subcultures in streetwear that bring back the era of DIY accessories among young women.
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Sneakers Rule Footwear for Fall Fashion with Bright Colors Peaking New Interest in Hightops, Classics, + Slip-ons September 18, 2007
As Label Networks’ roving U.S. reporter Lisa Solimeo notes, bright-colored sneaks are the Fall fashion statement clearly overshadowing flats that were so last year.
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How to Build a Castle According to Top Streetwear Brand Crooks & Castles September 18, 2007
One of the new kingpins in streetwear or urbanwear depending on the ambiguous definitions of fashion, Crooks & Castles is undeniably on their journey to the top. Here’s a coveted interview with Label Networks TV on what’s behind one of the hottest LA brands from the street.
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DB Clay Transforms the Wallet Market from Duct Tape Billfolds into Storytelling + Eco-Friendly Pieces of Original Art September 18, 2007
Wallets can be a “pocket art gallery” as Benjamin C. Diggles of db clay explains to Label Networks about the leading-edge designs that have given new life to the old-school wallet marketplace.
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Steven Shein the Product Designer Re-Invents Jewelry with Pop Culture Aesthetics Attracting Wide Range of Buyers + Boutiques September 18, 2007
People stopped to stare at his collection at United fashion trade show because his pieces and the display, not to mention the designer himself, created an aura of excitement around jewelry that’s often missing when it comes to youth + street culture today.
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Dresses, Boardshorts, Tops, + Colored Denim Among Highlights from ASR Spring ’08 Runway Show Indicating Changes in Beach Culture Aesthetics September 18, 2007
In the 2nd fashion runway installment of 3 from the ASR Spring ’08 Runway Show, we feature key looks in dresses, boardshorts, tops, + colored denim, plus the various patterns, colors, and fabrications now being used to achieve new silhouettes.
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Saber of The 7th Letter Graffiti Crew Talks About the Graffiti/Fashion Crossover, Plus Who the Hypemasters Really Are—Exclusive Label Networks TV Interview September 17, 2007
Legendary Los Angeles graffiti artist Saber of the renowned The Seventh Letter crew talks about what’s taking place in the graffiti scene globally, how the LA style is ruling it, + what’s next within the graffiti fashion explosion.
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“What sport would most like to learn?” Fresh Results from North America Youth Culture Study Fall Report by Label Networks Reveals Unique Findings—for subscribers only September 17, 2007
The North American Youth Culture Study—Fall Report ’07 released September 15th reveals strong passion + aspirational characteristics influencing participation numbers + associated lifestyle such as fashion, footwear, + heroes within youth culture.
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ASR Trade Show Blasts Expectations with Largest Show in 5 Years Indicating Surf, Skate, Snow, BMX, Wake, + Freestyle Moto Markets are Key in Youth Culture September 14, 2007
As streetwear eats into action sports, last weekend’s trade show proved that there’s still a strong marketplace for new and old brands in the industry.
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Nicacelly Women’s Streetwear Remixes Dead-Stock Men’s Hip-Hop + Urban Graphic T’s to Create Unique Women’s Hoodies, Dresses, + Tops—and All Sustainable September 13, 2007
Women’s streetwear brands are rare enough, but Nicacelly takes it many steps further with sustainable practices, use of bamboo and soy, and recycling hip-hop graphics into fresh women’s streetwear.
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Mighty Crown’s Nine Rulaz Illustrates Just How Hot the Japanese Streetwear Scene is Today + Words from Master Simon Tse, Jr. about the J-Pride Movement in Music + Fashion September 12, 2007
Our 1st interview in Feb. with Japan’s music Master Simon Tse, Jr. from Mighty Crown and his fresh apparel line Nine Rulaz was interrupted when Akon stopped in to give props to the Master. This time, we got more details on Nine Rulaz, plus J-Pride in music + fashion from Simon.
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Agenda Trade Show’s Massive Success Indicates How Important the Crossover of Streetwear + Action Sports Industries Has Been Towards Redefining “Fashion” Today September 11, 2007
The forum created by Agenda for the collision of cultures hit max-capacity in San Diego last weekend as top brands in streetwear + action sports brought out what’s new in fashion + where things are headed.
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Pool Fashion Trade Show Refreshed with Mixture of Eco Section, Sneaker Pimps + Artists, + Broad Selection of Brands from Post-Apocalyptic, Punk, + Contemporary September 11, 2007
Often considered the little sister or little brother to the behemoth trade show that is MAGIC across the street, Pool offers glimpses of things to come based on fresh designs from a wide range of inspirational sources that only small brands dare to create.
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Bikinis + Onsies from ASR Spring ’08 Runway Show Re-Introduces Stripes, Block Patterns, + Mixed Fabrications to Beach Lifestyle September 11, 2007
In the 1st fashion runway installment of 3 from the ASR Spring ’08 Runway Show featuring the latest trends in beachwear, bikinis, onsies, shorts, dresses, and jumpers, it’s clear to see that early ‘70’s and early ‘90’s rainbow patterns, blocks, and stripes seeped into beachwear styles. But new twists lie in featured styles and mixed fabrications.
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Large Print Word Graphics from Key Underground Brands Among Fall Fashion Fascination Across Youth Culture September 11, 2007
Glamour Kills among key new large print graphic brands that have turned lettered statements into popular bold print patterns and creating a subculture for Fall fashion
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Cocaine Mule Creates Bags, Totes, + Packs with Systems That Provide the Everyday Pack-Mule in All of Us Greater Simplicity +Way More Style September 10, 2007
Instinctual modularity is not an expression you often hear when it comes to cool bags, yet it’s this philosophy, not to mention style, that Cocaine Mule has created and therefore setting new trends in this market.
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What Concerns You Most About the Future?” Fresh Results Among American Youth Culture Provides Indicator Factors Influencing Decision-Making, Purchases, + Lifestyle—for subscribers only September 10, 2007
Fresh results from Label Networks’ North American Youth Culture Study—Fall Report ’07 highlight what 13-25-year-olds are most concerned about + why which shed light on where things are headed on a macro level.
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FoSho FoShow’s Carefully Curated Trade Show with Complimentary Japanese + U.S. Streetwear Brands is a Sparkling Diamond in the Expanding Sea of Trade Show Scenes September 9, 2007
As a small suite-of-a-show, FoSho FoShow brings with it a connection between what’s possible + what’s next in streetwear lifestyle with a circle of different, yet connected set of brands.
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Break-out Bands of the Summer Season You Should Know from the Vans Warped Tour—A Wrap Report From The Pit September 7, 2007
As the tour travels, word also travels on who’s hot to watch so that by the end of the summer, there are always break-out bands. Here’s a wrap-up report on what’s next in music.
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Official Crown of Laurel Fitted Hats Delivers New Twists on Colorways + Styles, Turning the Coveted “Baseball” Hat into a Fashion Keepsake—LNTV Live Interview September 5, 2007
Official’s fitted cap styles and patterns are delivered fast and setting the pace of trends, which in this category has moved beyond the typical sports version and into leading-edge streetwear style.
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Food and Beverage September 5, 2007
Food and Beverage
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Internet September 5, 2007
Internet
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Footwear September 5, 2007
Footwear
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Label Networks’ MAGIC Presentation Available: “Global Youth Culture + Streetwear Fashion: Defining Trends, Subcultures + New Influences from Music, Sports, Technology + Street Attitudes”—for subscribers only September 4, 2007
Speaking to a capacity audience of more than 300 people at MAGIC’s South Hall conference room on Tuesday, August 28th, Label Networks delivered a passionate and insightful presentation that drew applause and global media attention
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United Trade Show Creates Streewear Atmosphere with Fresh Alternatives in Fashion, Brands, + Show Concepts Re-Defining the Movement September 4, 2007
Trade show week in Las Vegas continues to splinter away from MAGIC with up-and-coming tradeshows particularly focused around streetwear. Here’s the leader in this new direction.
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Bright Colors for Fall Fashion among Youth Culture Mix Psychedelic + Rave, Punk, Indie, + Hip-Hop--Fresh Street Shots in Denim, T’s, Sneaks, Accessories, Hair with What’s Neon Hot Across America September 3, 2007
It’s not all a rave thing that’s going on when it comes to bright colors in this fall season’s fashion palette among youth culture—it’s a far wiser mash-up that will clearly lead top-end designers to re-think their version of cool for Fall ’09.
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THELABELLAB Exhibition Featuring Graffiti + Sneaker Artists, Plus Live Media Stage, Attracts International Brands + Buyers and Forever Redefining Networking Trade Show Lounges September 3, 2007
THELABELLAB Exhibition goes off at United creating much needed information, networking, and inspirational lounge that will forever raise the bar on what trade show lounges can be.
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MAGIC Fashion Trade Show’s South Hall Scene Splits-up the Tribes with Urban, Punk, + Streetwear Sections Causing Exclusivity but Still Draws Streetwear Buyers + Brands September 3, 2007
The mothership of American fashion trade shows, MAGIC’s South Hall scene for streetwear, while busy, did feel the impact of new satellite shows that continue to carve-out new subcultures in fashion.
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United Block Party in Downtown Vegas (Hosted by the Mayor) Features Hieroglyphics, plus Art Shows “The White Album” by FUN + “Graffiti Splinters” Featuring Moody + Baby 168 September 2, 2007
As trade shows move away from just being a place to do business and into lifestyle events celebrating fashion, music, and street cultures, United kept pace with a Block Party and various boutiques in downtown Las Vegas.
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NBC Universal Stops Selling TV Shows to iTunes in Moves to Gain More Ad Revenue from Online Entertainment + Bolster Hulu September 2, 2007
Desperate attempts by media conglomerates to control online entertainment with old advertising models continue to prove how out of touch the industry is with the new generation of consumers.
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Fashion September 2, 2007
Fashion
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T-Shirts September 2, 2007
T-Shirts
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Denim September 2, 2007
Denim
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Spending September 1, 2007
Spending
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Music September 1, 2007
Music
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Kill Shop Kill (KSK) Draws Attention to NYC “Trouble ‘n Bass” Electro DJ Scenes with Oversized Print T’s in Meaningful Messages, Hot Pink, Black, + White September 1, 2007
Oversized graphics that tell of a strong NYC scene coming from the electro scene gives the new brand KSK cult-like status.
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Katalyst Clothing Showcases Artists Through Apparel Delivering a Platform for Creative Expression September 1, 2007
Often the work of the most creative people in the world including artists and musicians rarely gets seen. Katalyst Clothing provides a platform for creatives through hoodies, T’s, and caps to change this situation.
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Sports September 1, 2007
Sports
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Marc Ecko Shows New Line of Starwars Inspired Graphic Tees, Jackets and Hoodies August 29, 2007
Will the force be with Marc Ecko's new line of Starwars graphic Tees, Jackets and Hoodies, showing at the Las Vegas Tradeshows?
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Elephants + Hearts Among Key Accessory Themes for Necklaces + Charms for Coming Season August 28, 2007
Often animal themes get picked up among streetwear and hold tight for a season or 2. Just as sparrows ruled last year, this time it’s elephants and hearts.
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Palis Represents Core Directions in Urban Streetwear with Barrel of Gun Motifs, Ninja Moves, Varsity Letter Jackets, + Now Sneakers August 24, 2007
Core streetwear style can be seen from Palis with gun motifs, ninja’s, bling in preppy-polo, revolutionaries, as well as their women’s streetwear collection, and now, sneakers.
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Rock + Indie Looks with Punk and J-Rock Blends = Ultimate Mash-up for Progressive Styles in Youth Culture August 23, 2007
Rockstar styles continue to explode across streetwear and youth cultures, but based on fresh looks from across the nation, the mash-up has reached new levels.
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Metallic Over-sized Puff Bags Bring Bling to Style August 20, 2007
Large puff bags among stylish girls in metallic colors add bling to summer and fall wardrobes.
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Multi-colored Hair Stripes + Angled Cuts with Facial Piercings Among Key Choices of Personal Expression in American Youth Culture Style August 20, 2007
Hair has become a key “accessory” when it comes to personal fashion and expression in youth culture today, with new explosive directions in multi-colored stripes in strategic locations paired with facial piercings.
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McDonalds in Japan Offers Happy Meal Video Game Toys But It’s Collectors Who Are Lovin’ It August 20, 2007
McDonald’s is mixing it up when it comes to collaborations, creating Happy Meal video game toys in Japan and Hello Kitty promos in America, both of which have captured the attention of collectors of urban vinyl dolls and signature sneaks.
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Sponsorship Programs at X Games 13: Who’s Doing What + How Indicates Different Levels of Attraction for On-site Activation August 20, 2007
Much can learned from effective on-site activation as seen from the X Games 13 sponsors ranging from Subaru and Taco Bell to Element and New Balance.
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Accessories Profile Report—Youth + Street Culture Fashion August 20, 2007
In this Profile Report, we provide consumer insight data based on a representative sampling of more than 5,000 young people between the ages of 13-25-year-olds across North America, including their preferences and influences when it comes to Backpacks, Sunglasses, and Watches.
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Facts, Figures and Trends: Tiny Backpacks, Cartoon Patterns, Animal Bags Among Top Backpack Trends in Youth Culture August 19, 2007
Kid packs are in among young people in North America with animal bags and cartoon themes for back-to-school backpack accessories. This analysis includes top brands, size of market and pricing.
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Beautiful Society Pulls Inspiration from Martial Arts, Music, Graffiti, + Politics to Create Messages + Solar “Processes” Resulting in Collections that Push Limits August 17, 2007
Two cousins create unprecedented streetwear by following their lifestyle passion for positivity, yin-yang designs, and technical processes that literally give light to graphics.
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Mishka NYC Uses Intelligent Humor + Microscopic Details Resulting in a Walking Storybook of Streetwear August 16, 2007
With statements like lyrics, tiny tentacles and muscle men as patterns, Mishka NYC is a streetwear brand that attracts the discerning buyer looking for a fresh take on unique style.
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Label Networks X United Trade Show Join Forces to Create The Label Lab Exhibition + Live Media Set August 15, 2007
Label Networks’ “Label Lab Exhibition” + Media Set = Lights, Camera, Action at United Trade Show, August 27-29, at the Alexis Park Resort Hotel, Las Vegas, NV
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Gangster, Guns, Life-Death, DIY, Black + White Among Top Inspirations in T-shirt Graphics from X Games Fashion August 14, 2007
Fashion from the tribes of people who attend the X Games each summer often provide illustrations of just where things are headed and why.
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Big D + The Kids Table Rises in Popularity Despite Ska Backlash in the Midst of the New Punk, Emo, Indie Baby-Band Movement August 14, 2007
Sticking to your genre in music can be a difficult road if mainstream tastes don’t get it. However for Big D, the tides turning and their popularity is rising on the Warped Tour indicating ska influences are headed this way.
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X Games 13 Pumps MotoX + Rally with Live Coverage and Less Attention to Action Sports; Top Shots from MotoX Best Trick Prove Good-for-TV August 14, 2007
MotoX Best Trick provided thrills for 17,174 fans at X Games, but like Freestyle, represents the more “X Games-like” moto-sports out of the plethora of Moto events this year at the Games.
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Favored Forms of Advertising + Marketing in Youth Culture Across North America Reveal Major Shift in What Works + What Doesn’t—for subscribers only August 13, 2007
Based on fresh results from Label Networks’ “Sponsorship Profile Report” the results also reveal effectiveness and influences in marketing and advertising in general.
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(Capsule) Trade Show Provides Intimacy for Upscale Contemporary Brands Looking for an Alternative to Project—The Label Networks Review August 13, 2007
Small trade shows continue to take chunks of business out of larger ones and (Capsule) proved there can be an alternative to Project within the high-end contemporary genre.
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Women’s Skateboarding Taken to New Levels at X Games with Kickflips + Disasters in Vert and a Backside Flip in Street—Shots from the Coping Tell the Story August 12, 2007
With limited women’s events in the X Games, the skateboarding vert + street competitions tend to attract the greatest crowds for those looking for what’s next in women’s sports. The heroines of skate did not disappoint with tricks that took the sport to the next level.
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Hellz Bellz Streetwear for Girls Interview Reveals Market Potential, New Directions in Mod-Military Styles, + Inspiration from Music in Next Collection—with video August 11, 2007
Streetwear culture for girls is increasing, but brands creating styles for this scene are still lacking, as Hellz Bellz creative director points out. In her collection, it’s clear where things are headed with sexy takes on mod-military and crossover influences from music.
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