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Park City, Utah to Close? Lawsuit Against Talisker Land Holdings Among Massive Dispute in Messy Battle for One of America’s Top Resorts

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Park City, Utah, one of North America’s premier ski and snowboarding destinations, has filed a law suit against Canadian land owners, Talisker Land Holdings LLC on Monday, March 12, 2012 in an attempt to curb the tide of what may result in the closure of the resort and loss of 1,200 jobs. According to a […]

Concept Stores for Premium Denim Called Industrie Denim by Levi’s X American Rag Founder Hope to Excite Buyers

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Changing up the shopping experience, this latest collab for denim-inspired brands may get some consumers back in brick ‘n mortar.

Kelly Slater Wins Historic 11th ASP World Title at Rip Curl Pro Search in San Francisco

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Pro surf season is in full swing with Vans Triple Crown starting in Hawaii, ASP Rip Curl in San Francisco, and incredible surfing pushing the sport in new ways.

Asian and European Expansion for Big Players Indicates New Target Markets for Iconic American Brands

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New moves by Iconix and VF Corp indicate that new target markets are in store for American brands seeking growth.

Vintage Paris-How a Fashion Capital Is Leading Trends in the Secondary Market Scene

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Telltale changes in shopping patterns among youth culture mean an explosion in vintage/thrift stores and retro iconic trends. Here’s the latest from the leading the scene.

Girl with the Dragon Tattoo Look Coming to H&M by Trish Summerville

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The much-anticipated cult hit book series and movie from Sweden is being remade into English, inspiring an entire hardcore girl collection via H&M.

Footwear and Sneaker Shopping Patterns in Youth Culture -Top Store Preference Shifts By Gender Lead to New Market Opportunities for the Industry

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Challenging economy has effected footwear shopping patterns among youth culture, and in our latest Youth Culture Study, store preferences indicate where specific demographics are turning to next.

NYC Documentary “Everybody Street” Launches Kickstarter Campaign to Expand, Adding to the Growing Buzz of Street Photography and Real Stories

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NYC photographer and filmmaker, Cheryl Dunn, featured in Art in the Streets and Beautiful Losers, attracts support of growing street photography scene.

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.