Tag: culture

The Cult of Transportation: How Getting from Point A to Point B Has Become an Art Form and Lifestyle from Ruckus Riders to Fixed Gear, Drifters and DIY Harley’s

Part 3 from the Imprint Culture Lab sponsored by Bread & Butter delivers on the lifestyle of transportation and what it means to this new generation.

Brand Messaging:”What do you think are the best ways for a non-profit organization to help get their message across?”

Label Networks’ Humanitarian “Green Marketing” Profile Report reveals what’s good for non-profits tends to work best for for-profits as well when it comes to reaching youth culture.

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.

Who’s Got the Youth Vote ( Who Would Have It If They Could Vote); Plus Who Plans to Vote Mostly; and the Presidential Candidate”Wish” List by 13-25-year-olds

The importance of the youth vote could make all the difference in November.

Top Concerns in Youth Culture Reflect Differing Opinions than Mainstream Media Reports

Youth culture markets of 13-25-year-olds aren’t as much in shock-and-awe about the failing economy (and government) as you may think. This DIY generation kicked-in their survival tactics long ago. See what cause-marketing campaigns would make the most difference to them.

Meeting John Fluevog of”John Fluevog” Shoes

In a rare interview with the iconic footwear designer/CEO, Label Networks captures the story behind the cult status of John Fluevog Shoes; plus what went down at the 5th anniversary of the Melrose Fluevog store in Los Angeles.

Imprint Culture Lab Sponsored by Bread & Butter Brings Out the”Cult” in Pop Culture

With topics ranging from the Cult of Gaming, Cult of Transportation, Cult of Fashion Collaboration, and Cult of Crafts, this was a must-attend event for anyone working in the industries of pop (cult)ure. Part 1.

Changes in Social Networking Patterns among American Youth Culture in Last 6 Months Indicate New Market Opportunities Changes by Demographics

Fresh data and analysis being released for Label Networks’ Spring Global Youth Culture Study 2008 indicates great changes in communication and networking patterns among 13-25-year-olds in North America. In this story, we concentrate on the usage patterns of young people when it comes to Social Networks and Updating one’s Personal Profile Page.

Shanghai Brand Eno Among New Crop of Top Women’s Contemporary Streetwear Brands from China Taking Local Inspiration to New Levels Introducing Americans to Original Apparel

When we first met Lin Lin from the brand Eno in 2007 at United Fashion Trade Show, we were intrigued by her passion for her home city of Shanghai and the inspiration taken from her country when it came to the emerging China youth and street culture scenes, including rise of indie bands, social networks, and corresponding lifestyle apparel. We met up with Lin Lin and her partner Yvette again at MAGIC in the South Hall last month where they represented not only one of the few women’s contemporary streetwear brands in the area (despite the growing marketplace), but also were the only ones from Shanghai–a burgeoning hotspot of designers and rockers inspired by street culture.

Agenda Trade Show Offers Tighter, Smaller Show, But Delivers Top Brands Trends in Street Fashion and Action Sports Crossover

Agenda Fashion Trade Show finished up on Saturday January 26, with a successful vibe and energy from its expanded 3-day concept that had many in street fashion thinking that there is hope in this troubled retailer landscape. While the show was smaller this time around, which according to director Aaron Levant was also an intentional move to keep quality high, the show floor was continuously busy with orders being written despite the doomsday economy we’re all now facing. Here’s a quick overview of highlights, but stay tuned for in-depth interviews from Label Networks TV with brands including 10 Deep, ALife, The Museum Group, Aaron from Agenda, Livity, Altamont, Akomplice, Miss Wax, Nikita, Creative Recreation, Cardboard Robot, Hellz Bellz, DCMA Collective, GRN Apple Tree, Keep, Jeepney, Mishka, Beautiful Decay, Obey, In4mation, and WESC.