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 TRENDZOOM™  Special Edition Forecast Party/Club - A/W 2002/3   published 30 November 2001 - 40 pages 2851 - 2890
Zoom ahead with ORIGINAL designs for the next party season – also features: the hottest shots from London retail plus a special in-store catwalk show!
This issue looks at 5 of the hottest trends in womenswear and accessories for party 2002/3:   TRIBAL – a funky-ethnic flavour for club gear.  PARTY ANIMAL – a kinky/playful theme with a naughty edge.   LUXE LACE – for night-time it’s luxurious, sheer or has a subtle sheen.  GLAMOUR PUSS – so rich you can almost smell the money!  GIRL’S CLUB – denim and jerseywear that could cross-over into daywear.


 CATWALK  Trends - New York, London, Milan & Paris  - S/S 2002 -  Accessories   published 12 November 2001 - 22 pages 2829 - 2850
Sunglasses our pick of the hottest new summer styles, the new sack shaped bags are practical and roomy!  Understated designs follow classic lines, printed patterns and clashing colours really turn up the volume.  The latest Louis Vuitton bag? See our section on collage, the hand-worked methods of tooled leather, weave & stitch techniques and fringes are back.  Plus fab chains, beads, the ultimate platforms from Miu Miu and lots more.


 CATWALK  Trends - New York, London, Milan & Paris -  S/S 2002   published 29 October 2001 - 100 pages 2729 - 2828 CLICK HERE FOR FREE SAMPLE PAGES
The catwalk report is just out!  We have analysed over 20,000 photographs to bring you the shots that matter and the trends with mileage.  We want to inspire creativity, influence your future business and save you precious time.  If it isn’t here it really isn’t worth knowing about.

señorita – is a Spanish invasion of flamenco-style dresses, frills, lace and lively prints, navajo – American-Indian fringed leather and a return to hand-crafted methods, runaways – a youth orientated ‘70s trend re-worked for the noughties, art deco – architectural designs and decorative arts are the inspiration here, hip hop maxed-out proportions and the general trend towards loose, baggy styles, scissor happy – designers go a little crazy with splits and cut-out techniques, exotic – print, colour and embellishment collide in this manna-for-the-senses, splash – swimsuits with wickedly plunging necklines, restraint – straps, binding, bones and chains dominate these hard-edged designs, smarty pants – the hot new looks for smart suits and casual separates.


TRADESHOW Premiere Vision A/W 2002/3 fabric favourites   published 08 October 2001 - 1 page FREE REPORT
Fabric inspiration from Premier Vision, Paris.  Check out the highlights of the textile show: top fabrics, effects, prints and all the key themes in this special feature-packed report.


 RETAIL  Trends London & Paris  Autumn 2001   published 05 October 2001 - 57 pages 2672 - 2728
Our collection of trends starts with College rebels – street/sportswear styles with college references and serious casualwear, Über-smart – no-nonsense tailoring and the latest in new details, Bliss – a mixture of lacy Victoriana and girly baby-doll fantasy, Backstage babe – raunchy, quirky styles with that ‘70s vibe, Rough stuff – a new subtle edge for a tough look and Noir-rouge – the dramatic colour story of the season.


TRADESHOW Tissu Premier A/W 2002/3 show highlights   published 07 September 2001 - 1 page FREE REPORT
We took a trip to the textile show Tissu Premier in Lille, France and spotted some great fabrics for autumn/winter 2002/3 - Check it out!


 TRENDZOOM™  Forecast - A/W 2002/3   published 04 September 2001 - 58 pages 2614 - 2671
The trendzoom A/W trend forecast is bursting with original inspiration!
gangsta – is a celebration of masculine fabric and colour, intimates – an exploration of the seductive and feminine, panache – an updated classical mood, dynamics - graphic psychedelic patterns and cutting-edge design, mood swings - the mood swings to the late sixties, high rise -  it's all about proportion, structure and the rising waist, go faster - chic sporty styles, go-faster stripes and bold colours, savage - where the past punk seasons are now headed
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TRADESHOW 40 Degrees, Pure & Level 2 S/S 2002 Catwalk show highlights   published 15 August 2001 - 9 pages FREE REPORT
We took a trip to the London shows at EXCEL:  40°, Pure and Level 2, check out the highlights of the catwalk shows, which names to look out for and what trends will be hot for summer 2002.


 STREETWALK™  Trends - St. Tropez Summer 2001 - Children   published 12 August 2001 - 31 pages 2583 - 2613 CLICK HERE FOR FREE INTRODUCTION
daisychain - a ‘pretty-pretty’ look for dresses and tops, twister - jersey shapes and loud-patterned florals in-the-mix for boys and girls, beach ball  - new tie-dye and bleach-out patterns into beach styles, battleships - kids hit the streets in fatigues and camouflage, snakes & ladders - classic stripes and checks in interesting colour combinations, space hopper - a fun trend full of printed tees and separates with a sporty flavour, buckaroo - girl’s denim from tiny tots to teens, tiddlywinks - zoom-in on some essential kids accessories.


 RETAIL  Trends - St. Tropez - Summer 2001   published 20 July 2001 - 60 pages 2523 - 2582 CLICK HERE FOR FREE SAMPLE PAGES
true colour – our look at the best colour combination of the season in natural fabrics, riot – inspirational pieces drawing on music influenced fashion trends, the edge – edgy modern designs with a focus on innovative design and surface pattern, insignia – the strong trend in the print area for tagging and where this trend will lead, combat – a fresh look at the trend for military with a sporty edge, tea party  - feminine clothes with sexy undertones, hayride -  denim with a touch of glam, yum-yum – kitsch prints and cute designs for accessories and jerseywear.


 STREETWALK™  Trends - St. Tropez - Summer 2001 - Men   published 06 July 2001 - 38 pages 2485 - 2522 CLICK HERE FOR FREE INTRODUCTION
Full of inspiration to give you an analysis of menswear for future business…

key denim - fantastic denim styles making the most of new seam/pocket positioning and exciting new shapes,  pattern - encompasses all the key prints including decorative processes,   tees - the latest shapes in bold colours with fab prints,  cropped pants - focus on the hottest lengths,  military mania - fresh combat styles and a look at minimal detail in khaki/beige colourings,  sports styles - what’s new,  knits - soft jersey tops and chunky knitted tanks in soft colours,  shirts – smart, casual and ‘geek’ style,  tropicals – hot patterns with inspiration from the tropics,  colours - key colour stories,  accessories – the all-important finishing touch!

 STEETWALK™  Trends - St. Tropez  - Summer - 2001 - Women   published 19 June 2001 - 138 pages 2347 - 2484 CLICK HERE FOR FREE SAMPLE PAGES
The report kicks off with great cool casuals – the best in woven, knit and jersey areas with a strong focus on key colours, custom denim – exciting new variations, banner style – the whole flag scene was everywhere (we feature the best), Riviera revolution – camouflage is huge and très chic, tees up! – get ready for roller disco glam, tutti-fruity and much more… prints – denim printed chiffon and other fab ideas, wide-cut – great new dimensions, pretty in punk – sounds like a bit of a contradiction but it’s true!  Skimpies – mini lengths and beachwear, girly & glossy - sheers and night-time shine and last but not least a bumper accessories section.


 STREETWALK™  Trends - Japanese in London - Spring 2001    published 26 May 2001 - 5 pages FREE ACCESS REPORT
Check out all the latest looks – Japanese style...


 STREETWALK™  Trends - Amsterdam - Spring 2001   published 26 May 2001 - 21 pages 2326 - 2346
Go Dutch! We sent our photographer to Amsterdam to cover Queen’s day and he came back with some great stuff! Check out this streetwalk report to see the hottest trends: Jean dresses, Schoolgirl doodles, Bleached denim, Mini skirts, Shaggy fake-fur trimmed jackets, accessories and much much more…


 CATWALK  Trends London New York, London, Milan & Paris A/W 2001   published 23 May 2001 - 151 pages 2175 - 2325 CLICK HERE FOR FREE SAMPLE PAGES
The catwalks are full of inspirational ideas. We take a look at the top trends in depth starting with EQUESTRIAN - a strong theme running bareback through the collections, CUT TO THE FUTURE - this trend has it’s sights set firmly in the future, ANTIQUE DOLL - pretty baby doll and vintage styles are hot news! PATRIOTS - symbols of patriotism and military influences, FUR-IER - every designer showcased fur this season! PINSTRIPE CITY - the stripes of the summer have evolved into pinstripes for fall, WAISTED - the waist is this season’s hot spot, KNIT WITS - knitwear brings a welcome shot of fun and colour, GLOSSY - shiny satin, tuxedo jackets and glossy leather, PROPORTION - a look at all the hot new lengths! COLDPLAY - this season’s best sport-influenced styles, AS WORN… - worn-out washes, distressed treatments or ragged and torn finishes, FLIGHTY - feathers flock onto the catwalks, RE:PRINTS - there is still plenty of excitement in the print area! WISH LIST – dreamy accessories…


 RETAIL  Trends London Spring 2001   published 29 April 2001 - 58 pages 2117 - 2174
London's top trends are: showstoppers - the top trend for bold, showstopping prints, diagonals - the new angle on stripes, troops - details from military uniforms, 2nd skin - soft summer suedes and leathers and skin colours, fame - mini skirts, loose batwings and flared jeans with inspiration from '70s dance movies, one off - tops and dresses with emphasis on the shoulder, '50s femme - figure-hugging feminine shapes, punkette - playful use of punk details, enfold - wraps and tied fastenings, sheerly - sheer diaphanous fabrics, monochrome - black with white highlights...


 STREETWALK™  Trends South Beach Spring 2001   published 30 March 2001 - 26 pages 2091 - 2116
Miami's South Beach is filled with beautiful people wearing the latest trends: earthworks - animal and camouflage prints, rude girl - skimpy denim, crazy beaches - bikinis and cover-ups, fast track - stripes and sportswear, colour code - latest colour mixes,  fresh-cut - fresh floral prints and patterns, sweet things - must-have accessories includes menswear flash - real time streetwalk!


 RETAIL  Trends - Miami - Spring 2001   published 14 March 2001 - 61 pages 2030 - 2090 FREE SAMPLE PAGES: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
All the hottest Spring trends from South Beach, Coconut Grove, Bal Harbour and the main Malls analysed to give you the most informative and inspirational resource package available:  art fest - prints boldly go where  only the '60s have seen them go before, urban camo - features new variations in camouflage prints and related casuals, colour blind - the trend for black and white, pop tart - t-shirts and the latest styles for jeans, sunset stripe - new stripes, f-words - florals and frills, away day -casual weekend wares and high society -bring on the glitz... our trend run-down for Spring.


 TRENDZOOM™  Forecast - Autumn/Winter 2001/2  published 09 February 2001 - 59 pages 1971 - 2029
military base is our look at new uniforms, smart set for tailoring and all the latest accessories,  speed sets the pace for scooter kids and biker girls, go Japan looks at influences from the Far East,  slouch - sack shapes and the triangular silhouette, sex in the city for hot sexy night-time wears, kaleidoscope is a candy box of clashing colours and patterns, nashville is a country and western inspired collection - get inspired!

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