Tag: Vans

Retail Round-up: Iggy Pop X Vans; COS and H&M, Lost Goes Back In-House, IPATH Sold, Zumiez 100K Goes Off

2011 kicks-off with a bang featuring several new collabs, brand and retail strategy adjustments, and events.

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.

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

Surfing Round-up: Billabong Pipeline Masters Has Launched; Andy Axel Irons is Born; Surf Diva Boutique Up for Women’s Retailer of the Year

Fresh update on the big Kahuna of surfing events, plus more from the surf scene.

Youth Culture’s Longest Running Music Festival, the Vans Warped Tour, and Rockstar Mayhem Confirm Tour Dates for 2011 and Offer Cool Pre-Ticket Gift Packages for Holidays

Interesting methods for promoting pre-ticket sales and stoke for two of America’s most beloved music tours among youth culture.

Surf History Made as Stephanie Gilmore Captures 4th ASP World Title and Perfect Record Since Rookie Year

This year’s pro surfing events are moving into their final leg as the competition heats up, winter swells deliver epic waves, and the World Titles are determined.

VF Corp Announces Profitable Third Quarter up 7% with The North Face and Vans Leading the Charge

Success stories in an economically challenging time are always good to hear. In this case, VF Corp revenues are up with projected growth and interesting marketing plans for X Games and Vans OfftheWall.tv.

ASR Runway Show Remains a Highlight of the Trade Show Featuring Latest Trends in Swimsuits and Beach Style for Summer 2011

Now a must-see event during ASR, the swimsuit runway show featured bikinis with retro and progressive designs, lots of neon, patterns, beach lifestyle with a more urban edge.

Action Sports Conference by Group Y, Presented by Fuel TV Brings Industry Heavyweights Together Resulting in New Ideas and Constructive Criticism on Ways to Grow the Industry

Revealing insights from top brands, managers, marketers, and non-endemic leaders made for an interesting second annual ASC event in Huntington Beach, CA.

Agenda Trade Show for Action Sports and Streetwear Apparel, Footwear, and Lifestyle Accessories Introduced New Exhibitors with Industry Legends Indicating a Strong Market Category

Lots of business was done at this Fall’s show yet still with the quirky surprises and fun of a crossover show that’s obviously growing.