Author: Bernadette Matroka

Paris’ Galeries Lafayette Closing VO -the Streetwear Section in Attempts to Re-Org the Giant Department Store

What was once a good idea has gone sour especially among young women denim buyers, forcing Paris’ largest department store to take another look at the changes in what was once known as streetwear.

393-Year Old Japanese Textile Manufacturer Eirakuya Attracts Youth Market with Collaboration with Lawson and Launch of Cool Fabric Pattern Stationary

As Beams once noted, one way into the heart of youth culture is to create cool limited-edition stationary supplies distributed by large convenience stores that are not usually on the cutting-edge of cool.

Warming Trends in Street Styles = The Rise of Bright Tights

Tights, leggings, socks -never before have leg-accessories become so important as this season with the rise in popularity of bright choices, patterns, and styles to reflect a fresh DIY spirit.

Europe’s Biggest Shopping Mall Opens in West London

Despite the economy, the long-awaited Westfield London opens to throngs of shoppers eager to discover what the 13-year construction plan was all about.

Street Art Meets Binary Code Technology: Legendary European Artist Space Invader Crafts New Messaging via Tiles in Binary Code Seen Only with iPhones Images

Low-tech meets hi-tech in the recent trends among street artists to re-introduce their work via new media formats.

Paris Graffiti Artist Andre Launches Street Fashion Collection

In a rare interview with Parisian graffiti artist, retailer, club owner, and now clothing designer, Andre, Label Networks sheds light on how this Renaissance man’s empire grew from the tougher side of Paris.

European Fashion Influences on America Have Resulted in Not Only New Top Brands and Trends, but also New Patterns in Spending and the Shopping Experience

Label Networks’ European Fashion Profile Report reveals just where fashion is headed and why, plus changing patterns in retail with forecasts on future impacts in America.

Harajuku Lovers Fragrances Gets Props for Fatal Attraction to Cuteness

Gwen Stefani’s fragrance line integrates excellent marketing savvy for all things Kawaii.

Surfing Legend Kelly Slater Wins 9th ASP World Title with Big Win in Spain; plus Surfing Industry Heats-up for Big Waves in Vans Triple Crown of Surf in Hawaii

Most-winning surfer of all time, Kelly Slater scores his 9th ASP World Title giving the industry a boost as the pros heads into big-wave season.

Bread & Butter Barcelona Trade Show Wrap-Up: Denim Brands, Big Business, Bowler Hats Re-introduced, 99,500 Exhibitors, Buyers, Fashion Players Attend

Bread & Butter Barcelona wrapped up last week, January 18th to rave reviews by most who attended, which reached more than 99,500 -a 20% increase from last year. As a leading-edge trade show particularly for denim, upper urbanwear, sportswear, and street fashion brands, B&B has also gained a reputation for its unique approach to creating beautiful themes and aesthetics within each hall resulting in an atmosphere that is conducive for business and inspiration.