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 Inspire and Die: What Now for RetailersTen years ago the UK fashion retail market changed out of all recognition, with the arrival of Zara and Mango and the growth of H&M.The impact wasn't simply the arrival of stylish affordable competitors, it was about the response we made to that challenge. UK retail was given a wake up call to react or roll over and the better retailers reacted. River Island sharpened up its image with a confident flagship on Oxford Street, New Look followed with their own statement of intent, Topshop continued to evolve its Oxford Circus store and many chain stores that had ignored their branded environment suddenly began to look more design-led. more www.bri... (86) added by Levent OZLER |
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 Graduate Fashion Week 2009With 18 years spent at the forefront of promoting creativity, Graduate Fashion Week has solidified its position as the industry's looking glass and the greatest showcase of young up and coming fashion talent in the world.This year's Graduate Fashion Week takes place 7-11 June and is still the only place for talent scouts to spot the best and brightest new fashion talent in the world. This year, as we all enter an increasingly challenging and competitive marketplace, we know that we can look forward to what promises to be one of Graduate Fashion Weeks most interesting years to date. History dictates that creative forces thrive in a recession and when new energy and new ideas are required to drive business forward, there is no better place to go than Graduate Fashion Week. event (ended) current design events more info www.gfw... (484) added by Levent OZLER |
 Pantone Universe Kicks Up Its Heels for Sneakers in Vintage Pantone ColorsPantone announced the availability of the Pantone Universe Limited Edition 09/63 Sneaker Collection.Through an exclusive collaboration with SeaVees, purveyors of California Casual, the collection honors the introduction of the Pantone Matching System in 1963 by featuring seven vintage Pantone Colors from the original color palette. In September 1963, Lawrence Herbert, Pantone's founder, created a unique system for identifying, matching and communicating colors to solve the problems associated with producing accurate color matches in the graphic arts community. His insight that the spectrum is seen and interpreted differently by each individual led to the innovation of the Pantone Matching System. Today, the Pantone Name is known throughout the world and across a range of industries as the standard language for accurate color communication, from designer to manufacturer to retailer to customer. For the first time in the company's 45 year history and through an exclusive agreement, Pantone has allowed an external design team into its hallowed archives. SeaVees cofounders Steven Tiller and Derek Galkin selected seven vintage colors from the original Pantone Color guide for the latest shoe palette. Chosen from the only authentic guide known to exist, the colors epitomize the cool, casual style of California in 1963. more Pantone Universe Kicks Up Its Heels for Sneakers in Vintage Pantone Colors added by Levent OZLER |
 Nike KD1: Nike Designers Blend Superior Performance with Signature StyleNIKE and reigning NBA Rookie of the Year Kevin Durant showcase the next generation of footwear with the launch of the KD1, Durant's first signature shoe with the brand.By taking a personal journey through Durant's life, Nike designers seamlessly integrate superior performance with personal design touches. Durant's relentless work ethic is well noted and fundamental to the KD1 design. From the age of nine he has been a "gym rat" through and through, and the KD1 includes design details that reflect Durant's determination. His strong work ethic has carried him from his amateur basketball playing days to life now in the league. Nike collaborated closely with Durant to create a signature shoe with performance and design at the forefront. more Nike KD1: Nike Designers Blend Superior Performance with Signature Style design directory NIKE > Fashion Design Manufacturers added by Levent OZLER |
 Greenwashing the MarketThe green trend has gone mainstream, even if the only real change is a switch from plastic to cloth packaging."Ecological items" are all the rage, but they tend to be tokens in the industry: Crocker's winter collection, for example, featured a limited edition of denim pants made from organically grown cotton. "I don't think there are any big manufacturers in Israel that are seriously promoting the green trend," says Ofer Zik, an industrial designer who heads the Department of Industrial Design at the Holon Institute of Technology. "Some companies are, but the whole process is still in its infancy." However there are manufacturers whose entire production line is based on environmentally friendly components. more www.haa... (82) added by Levent OZLER |
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