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2007 trend & forecasting reports
	TRENDZOOM™ Complete A/W 2008/9 Forecast published 06 December 2007 - 40 pages 9820-9859 This issue brings together mood boards, colour predictions and ORIGINAL SKETCHES to complete the forecast for A/W 0809. Exciting designs cover new shapes and lengths for the coming season, colour, pattern and print ideas add vitality to sketches and accessories complete each look. As always our CAD sketches are full of detail, right down to the last stitch – zoom in to take a look! CHEMICAL ROSE – the perfect form & structure. RECLAIM REGAIN – natural resources & materials. HIGH STANDARD – gilded military detail & uniforms. ACCELERATION – racing into a sporty & hi-tech era. ILLUSIONARY – out of this world fantasy & surrealism.

	CATWALK Trends Milan, Paris, New York & London S/S 2008 published 22 November 2007 - 93 pages 9727 - 9818 The TRENDZINE Catwalk report is a carefully analysed collection of key photos to inspire and influence future design. Photos are hand-picked from the Paris, Milan, London and New York shows and include a cross section from top designers and new generation talent. Trend pages contain in-depth analysis covering the forward-moving designs, which will influence shape, styling, colour, length, print and details in coming seasons. Each theme includes key accessories and jewellery with a look at some of the best swimwear this season. Something to inspire everyone! DYNAMIC - street inspired sportswear. MARTIAL - oriental meets gothic art. SEVENTIES - revisit some favourites. COMPUTER - distorted special effects. WALLPAPER - floral bounce off the walls. TRANSPARENT - sheer sail-like fabrics. MULTIETHNIC - new ethnic shaped pants. REGIMENTAL - straight-laced styles and prints. COCKTAIL - latest eveningwear creations.

	STREETWALK™ Italian Fashion Passion A/W 2007 published 27 October 2007 - 25 pages 9671-9695 A great selection of Italian fashion - styled with a passion! The Milan crowd go all out to show off their latest autumn looks, worn with the latest accessories! SHAPE - roundness through the shoulders and hips is key! Sack dresses or shifts with unusual details - especially at the back. Short minis with same-length coats or over-knee skirts. Jodhpur shaped pants and dark straight jeans. Cropped length trousers with a tapered shape or wide legs rolled up or left long. High waists, deep waistbands or decorative belts. COLOUR - putty, grey black, navy blue, off-white and muggy neutrals dominate. Flashes of tangerine red and grass green or darker hues add strong jolts of colour. ACCESSORIES - mixing up daywear with sparkling evening sandals. Patent leather shoes and bags are hot. Flat men’s-style laced shoes, platforms and wedge sandals. Bags with textured effects or glossy shading and gold details are key.

	RETAIL trends Europe A/W 2007/8 published 15 October 2007 - 49 pages 9607-9655 We started reporting on autumn retail back in June 2007 and merchandise is continuing to evolve from those early beginnings. What we’re looking at now are stronger trends with some exciting developments. In this latest report we went to the South of France, London and Milan to bring you new products, which point the way ahead. We’ve got the latest styles and accessories to inspire and trend information to keep you informed. FEATHERWEIGHT – feather-like prints and textures. CREATURECOMFORT – cosy fur, quilting and knits. JOYDIVISION – divided colour, fabric and prints. WOOLMARKS – trends in woolly patterns and texture. SMOOTH&SIMPLE - new shapes have maximum impact. ROUGHRIDERS – jeans, jodhpurs and urban styles. POLISHEDSHINE – dressed down eveningwear.

	TRADESHOW MIPEL S/S 2008 published 04 October 2007 - 12 pages 9584-9595 Italy is at the centre of the leather goods trade and bags are the current darlings of the fashion industry as a whole. The 'one size fits all' philosophy has resulted in bags becoming a favourite retail item for stores and an essential addition to all clothing lines. Powerful design and top quality production are rewarded with great profit margins and getting the right proportions, finish and details of the season has never been more important. The Mipel show in Milan brings everyone together, from the larger international corporations, right through to small leather workshops. It's an inspiring event and a great showcase for the latest in innovation and design. We've selected some of the best bags (and other accessories) from the show and included contact details for all the companies we feature.

	TRENDZOOM™ A/W 2008/9 Theme 1 of 5 HIGH STANDARD published 19 September 2007 - 06 pages 9568-9573 The first issue of original designs from our forecast themes begins with HIGH STANDARD - Aspiring to be part of an elite group, keeping up appearances or hiding behind uniforms. Gilded edges and symbols of achievement: trophies, medals and badges. Boating blazers and classic shaped sweaters are part of this preppy look...


	TRADESHOW Milano Unica A/W 0809 published 17 September 2007 - 20 pages 9548-9567 The Milano Unica Fabric and Decoration tradeshow Milan, Italy is a hotbed of ‘Made in Europe’ high-end products. This timely show combines the forces of Moda In, Prato Expo and Ideacomo and for the first time these three big players are featured in combined trend forums. This has resulted in an exciting and vibrant mix of unparalleled expertise from the top European Mills. The report includes a full colour palette for the A/W 0809 season and photos from the trend forums. We have selected the best samples from the show for their innovative and aesthetic appeal and provided nearly 100 DIRECT LINKS so you can contact exhibitors now!

	TRENDZOOM™ A/W 2008/9 SKIRT issue published 05 September 2007 - 07 pages 9541-9547 Welcome to our new regular feature! A bite-sized TRENDZOOM forecast with original downloadable sketches to use right now! This first report zooms in on key skirt shapes, lengths and details. We've mixed in the latest London retail and some killer street shots from Milan to highlight styling and fabric trends. FEEDBACK PLEASE! We’ve built this service by listening to our subscribers' needs and some customers have expressed an interest in downloadable sketches. This issue trials a group of original sketches for you to personalise using Adobe Illustrator or your favourite illustration software. We’d love to know how you get on so we can develop this area further…info@fashioninformation.com

	STREETWALK™ Directional urban trends 2007 published 01 August 2007 - 90 pages 9394-9483 Barcelona attracts a vibrant young crowd from all over the world. Fashion is at the top of their agenda and it's a great place to soak up the latest trends in urban, casual and contemporary fashion. Stylish jeanswear plays a big part with jersey and sports areas also strong. New directions in shape, print and accessories will put you on a fast track to spring/summer 2008! INFLATEDEFLATE - balancing the volume... MILITARYTATTOO - biker meets gladiator... LOUDERSOFTER - loud colour and soft jersey WESTERNCOUNTRY - western styling and country folklore... DENIMEVOLUTION - jeans in search of their roots... MESSAGEBOARD - wordy graphics get the message... FIFTIESTWIST - high waists with a retro slant... SURFACEPATTERN - new shapes in eye-catching prints... SPORTINGEVENT - styles based on key sports items...

	TRADESHOW Bread & Butter Barcelona S/S 2008 published 19 July 2007 - 24 pages 9370-9393 Bread and Butter Barcelona is enjoying the continuing success as key European tradeshow for denim and related selected brands. This "Fashion Festival" is a unique blend of fashion and lifestyle trends, BBB is crammed with industry insiders and is an excellent source of inspiration for silhouettes, fabric and styling. We've chosen our favourite brands from the show and our Trends at a Glance section breaks down the key shapes, details, fabrics and finishes into the essential elements for spring/summer 2008.

	RETAIL / STREET Resort trends St. Tropez 2007 published 20 June 2007 - 74 pages 9281-9354 This is our 10th annual resort report from St Tropez and one of our best. We pride ourselves on being the leading supplier of accurate and inspiring fashion information. The latest trends from St Tropez point the way forward to summer 2008! We’ve mixed the best of retail and street to bring you this inspirational look at resort trends with a keen focus on shape, colour, detail and accessories. This report is an indispensable tool for your business – don’t miss! FRUITMACHINE - bright,simply-styled blocks of colour. SUPERFINE - lightweight jersey and intricate knitwear. DAYDREAMS - pretty dresses with a retro twist. LEATHERFRINGE - transitional leathers and funky fringes. STREETLIFE - denim and urban street styling. HIPPYFOLK - long hippy dresses and peasant details. CASUALCLASS - soft separates and casual layering. PRINTEDITION - surface pattern and killer dresses.

	TRENDZOOM™ A/W 2008/9 Colour & trend forecast published 01 June 2007 - 19 pages 9255-9273 An inspiring first look at the new trends. Mood boards show the inspirations at work behind the themes and analysis leads through the ideas. Colours are arranged into 'colour groups' on a master palette and appear again divided into trend groups. Analysis guides you through shapes, details, fabrics and accessories - don't miss! Next TRENDZOOM issue: original design sketches to complete the forecast.

	STREETWALK™ Paris & Milan Spring 2007 published 10 May 2007 - 45 pages 9179-9223 A look at transitional city streetwear in the capitals of style: Milan and Paris. We've got it all, from high-end fashion that points the way ahead, through to casual styles that are bang on trend! SHAPE - raising the bar with high waists. COVER - coat shapes set to inspire. CAST - city darks, violet and neon shots. STREET - dressing-down high fashion. SUITED - borrowed menwear shapes. FEELER - fur and knitwear - are you feeling it?

	CATWALK Trends Paris, Milan, London & New York A/W 2007/8 published 04 May 2007 - 118 pages 9061-9178 New sparkling techno fabrics that are straight out of this world are shaping the future! The military Sgt. Pepper look will be a clear winner for the new season but prepare yourself for a reality check with the new season's crop of REAL clothes... STREET FIGHT - blazing a trail to the military academy. REALITY BITE - fashion gets a wake-up call. NEXT ROUND - emerging new shapes go round. BOMBSHELL - breathtaking styles dominate partywear. INTERIOR DESIGN - interior fabrics make the grade. INTERFUSION - ‘80s Japanese meets abstract pattern. ANNIE HALL - tomboys and Halston-style twists. WINTER GARDEN - Poiret and Vionnet bring romance. UNLEASHED - shaggy, longhaired fur and fur-like woollies.

	RETAIL trends Europe S/S 2007 published 30 March 2007 - 76 pages 8922-8997 We've gone the extra distance to bring you this great round-up of retail trends covering 7 key cities: London, Paris, Milan, Barcelona, Antwerp, Amsterdam and Florence! A thorough insight into European fashion - full of inspiration! SCENE CITY - new look for smart tailoring. HIGH SCORE - sportswear moves up a level. OFF DUTY - stylish wardrobe essentials. UP TEMPO - down to earth space-age. GLAM SHOT - bring on the eveningwear glamour. PRINT NEWS - fresh new print ideas. FULL CIRCLE - soft billowy prettiness. BACK STAGE - rock chicks rule backstage. FLUID BODY - slinky jersey and knitwear.

	TRADESHOW Premiere Vision Pluriel S/S 2008 published 10 March 2007 - 24 pages 8880-8903 PREMIERE VISION's fabric trends offer very clear and distinct themes. Colours are dynamic and spring/summer prints are lively. From the INDIGO forum we've chosen some new exhibitors showing exciting trends in graphic motifs, vintage lace and oriental inspired design. The MODAMONT's key themes are Strange Paradise, Ethnographism and Odyssey. Colours for accessories and trims cover womenswear, lingerie, beach and sports areas.

	STREETWALK™ Barcelona Spring 2007 published 04 March 2007 - 33 pages 8847-8879 One of the best ways to gauge fashion's real mood is to analyse exactly what's happening on the street. In this report we focus on a European fashion crowd and capture the trends in Barcelona. Not only great for denim, sportswear and casualwear we've also caught the buzz on prints, retro and contemporary styles too!

	TRADESHOW Prêt à Porter & Who's Next A/W 2007/8 published 27 February 2007 - 33 pages 8814-8846 The latest Paris tradeshows are brimming with talent! We've got some great new underground labels to watch and established names such as Tara Jarmon and Manoush. We talk to the designers and sales teams about the hottest new trends for A/W 0708.

	TRENDZOOM™ Forecast S/S 2008 published 16 February 2007 - 49 pages 8765-8813 This complete womenswear forecast is packed with original, detailed CAD sketches, providing print ideas, colour usage and styling inspiration for all women's areas. Accessory designs add the finishing touches to every trend. FUTURIST - a space-age vision of the future. BURLESQUE - kitsch florals in saucy designs. PURITY - reducing designs to the bare minimum. EXCESS - ornamental and decorative are key buzz-words. SYNTHETIC - jeans and sportswear with a funky twist.

	TRADESHOW Bread & Butter Barcelona A/W 2007/8 published 29 January 2007 - 22 pages 8743-8764 BBB celebrates 5 years in business and runs one of the most exciting trade fairs in Europe. Showcasing selected high-level street brands is the key to the show’s success. We’ve chosen some of the strongest collections that offer a good indication of key drivers in styles, shapes and trims in the jeans and casual wear markets. Don’t miss this great issue!

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(trendcapsule)™ 22 DEC 07
15 pages 9860-9874
WINTER WARM-UPS
An up-close report on the stylish outerwear being worn now on the streets of Milan! Luxury fabrics are precision cut and subtle details...

(trendcapsule)™ 14 NOV 07
11 pages 9716-9726
CRUISE & PRE-SPRING
Stores in Milan up the pace with early Spring and Cruise collections! Versace and Dior leap straight into feminine floral prints...

(trendcapsule)™ 07 NOV 07
11 pages 9705-9715
GO KIDS!
French and Italian brands pull out all the stops when it comes to kidswear collections! We love the extravagant designer ranges by...

(trendcapsule)™ 31 OCT 07
09 pages 9696-9704
LONDON MIX
London is the beating heart of Europe's retail scene! Stores are fast to respond to the slightest fluctuation in trends and mood...

(trendcapsule)™ 24 OCT 07
15 pages 9656-9670
JEWELLERY & DETAILS
We're excited by the new jewellery, trims and decorative accessories around at the moment, so we've dedicated...

(trendcapsule)™ 08 OCT 07
11 pages 9596-9606
THE RUSSIA REPORT
The Luxury business is huge in Russia, and it's not surprising when you consider the capital city Moscow is home to the largest...

(trendcapsule)™ 28 SEP 07
10 pages 9574-9583
LOVELY LINGERIE!
Agent Provocateur is invading cities across the globe. Milan's Rinascente have just added the label to their new-look store...

(trendcapsule)™ 24 AUG 07
15 pages 9526-9540
BEACH PARTY
Summer festivals and beach parties require a sizzling outfit and stunning accessories. Most of the British festivals have turned into...

(trendcapsule)™ 16 AUG 07
21 pages 9505-9525
RETAIL: OSLO/COPENHAGEN
A great insight into Scandinavian style with less focus on high-end designers and more emphasis on
middle-market chic! Oslo and...

(trendcapsule)™ 09 AUG 07
21 pages 9484-9504
RETAIL: STOCKHOLM STYLE
Sweden's capital has it's own spin on the new autumn/winter trends! We adore their bolder, bigger shapes, sack/shirt dresses and...

(trendcapsule)™ 25 JUN 07
15 pages 9355-9369
NEW PRE-FALL
Stores in Milan have been quick to get ahead with the new pre-autumn and cruise collections. Early indications point towards...

(trendcapsule)™ 14 JUN 07
07 pages 9274-9280
HOT BEACH...
Riviera swimwear is increasingly sophisticated with intricate details in gorgeous shimmering fabrics! We're loving all the glamour...

(trendcapsule)™ 22 MAY 07
12 pages 9243-9254
BUCKLE UP!
Belts are key to styling the coming autumn/winter collections! Intricate shapes add curves to dresses, long knotted versions...

(trendcapsule)™ 16 MAY 07
19 pages 9224-9242
BAGS OF STYLE...
We feel that this season's 'it bags' have had far too much attention and it's up to us to even things out a bit. We've purposefully sought...

(trendcapsule)™ 27 APR 07
18 pages 9043-9060
LONDON NOW...
This issue brings you a snapshot of trends happening across London right now! A great insight into how retail is developing ...

(trendcapsule)™ 16 APR 07
18 pages 9025-9042
OUTSHINE
Jewellery is the key to this summer's look! In this report we take a look at the new and exciting developments in...

(trendcapsule)™ 13 APR 07
15 pages 9010-9024
GIRLS & BOYS
We've got some stunning kids styles from Paris and Florence – key childrenswear hotspots. Everything from toddler's disco...

(trendcapsule)™ 04 APR 07
12 pages 8998-9009
THE REVEAL...
Lingerie is enjoying a Marie Antoinette moment! Balconette bras, lacy knickers, corsets and frills are all the rage, not to...

(trendcapsule)™ 26 MAR 07
09 pages 8913-8921
IN TRAINING
Sporty footwear is in the spotlight, styles bridge the gap between contemporary and street-styled sportswear. Converse and Vans...

(trendcapsule)™ 22 MAR 07
09 pages 8904-8912
EURO-SPLASH!
New spring swimwear styles are making a splash across Europe! Our team have spotted some great new shapes, and the...

(trendcapsule)™ 21 JAN 07
06 pages 8737-8742
HI-VOLTAGE VINTAGE
I love thrift shops, especially the new breed of stylish and original boutiques in London. The Milanese are slowly catching...

(trendcapsule)™ 13 JAN 07
10 pages 8727-8736
SPRING BLING
We've snapped all the latest designs in fine and contemporary jewellery from Milan. We've got...

(trendcapsule)™ 07 JAN 07
14 pages 8713-8726
EARLY SPRING/CRUISE
London stores have a sprinkling of cruise merchandise but Milan have gone one step further displaying early spring collections - even...