London_Trend Updates_3_16

BOLONGARO TREVOR LONDON….. you find hidden gems like the fantastic HOSTEM store or small independet designer brands near Brick Lane. The biggest surprise on this research trip was the refined and powerful new direction of Maharishi. The Tate Modern … Bolongaro Trevor in Soho, or small independet designer brands

…fashion week berlin_some personal highlights from the fairs

 

…..here are some directional impressions of the berlin fashion week berlin winter 2012_13 ….. tradition_ethno_heritage_glam_modern sleek elegance_remixed hyper culture_loads of restyled 60`s_reduction_and YES also color are the key words for the winter season:

….color was a theme that was missed by many buyers i spoke  to…but especially at the female section at premium for example: rena lange_rinai_and at the amazing day by birger et mikkelson colletion..color and patchwork was more than visible: mondrian colors_bold ethnic brights for dresses, knitwear and jackets. it will be a season full of suspense…..and for all of you who have the BVLK trend themes from us in mind: beside all the tradition and warm aristo grunge themes….be sure that  the trend themes_smart minimal and_bright culture _are not to be underestimated.

more impressions from the birght, BBB and preium after the jump

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trend research new york

we researched the newest trend directions for surfaces and finishing during the first global leather and synthetic fabric fair trend selection new york city . it was surprising how fresh and vibrant the new leather looked…innovative, powerful…between dramatic history..and clean minimal and high tech treatments.

thanks to all the fashionable new yorkers…we had an extraordinary street  shooting foto safari…a lot of fresh and inspiring bags and styling ideas….

 


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Arc’teryx: outdoor brand goes Urban Menswear fashion

canadian outdoor brand arc`teryx presents the second collection for URBAN dressed men…: an amazing minimal design orientated menswear line under the Arc’teryx Veilance name….

as other outdoor function brands like stone island have shown already…this new line proves that there is a strong desire in menswear to look smart and dressed without missing the high tech features, the  function and comfort of an outdoor brand. the price range is for sure high end market.

straight to the bone…..functional fabrics and details combined with an inner city menswear look. future looks technical indeed.

images from the arc`teryx web site…. article…and interview: from montecristo magazine……

the price range is for sure high end market.

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BVLK_the pre forecast meeting_trends winter 12_13

nextguruNow presented the BVLK pre trend themes yesterday  in offenbach.thanks to the members who joined the presentation and discussion !!!! the pre-forecast meeting was the kick off for the leather goods bag industry……and the general atmosphere was very positive….   bright colors will be a strong statement for winter 12_13—-highlighted by „neutrality“ the neutral color story …

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international wardrobe_must see exhibition for textile lovers

TAKE THE CHANCE AND check out the exhibition from Katharina Koppenwallner at the  GALLERY  BQ in berlin: …..IF YOU WORK IN THE TEXTILE BUSINESS..OR IF YOU ARE  READY FOR NEW AND INSPIRING CONCEPTS AND….THE BEAUTY OF REAL HANDMADE PRODUCTS..and pattern…….ITS A MUST SEE SEE !!! HYPER ETHNIC IS A MAYOR TREND FOR THE YEAR 2012…you find massive inspirations …

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…london trend update

successful meetings with the uk trend teams…lots of positive energy .. … …massive store and trend reseach from marylebone_shoreditch hoxton hipsters to new bond street_from conceptual  b store to high street overkill at topshop_uniqlo_river island_topshop…up to .. the fashion temples of selfridges_libertys_harvey.nichols……..ALFRED DUNHILL house is a dream !!! BAGS and street looks:  sensational  retro styles_colour flash_dots and naive patterns……ethnic …

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