Fashion sportswear moves forward with an old-school approach to design that pushes forward in a mix of high-end and high-performance materials. Bold contrasts and proportions in minimal shapes, give styles a modern edge and capture the new direction for sportswear. This report highlights the new developments and changes in styles ranging from youth-led casuals to contemporary classics.
The increasing focus on health and fitness makes activewear a fast-expanding area of the sportswear market. This report analyses the key drivers and new directions for this area and highlights the emerging silhouettes, latest details and changes in fabrics and surface pattern. Everything from gym-appropriate styles for intense sports, to low-impact designs for yoga and post-workout loungewear.
The forecast design issue has a brand new look. Improved, highly detailed flats, with front and back views are ready to download and use with Adobe Illustrator or other vector design software. This report leads on from the CONCEPT & COLOUR issue for SS 2015, adding womenswear/youth styles for all main sectors of the market. DESIGN pages include direction for prints, graphics, fabrics and materials for spring/summer 2015.
An in-depth analysis of surface print and patterns for the swimwear sector. The report reveals new directions for animal and camouflage prints, the trend for high definition photo prints, cartoon fun and a fresh look at floral designs. Swimwear pushes forward for men and women with stunning graphics that add impact to styles. Surface prints create a sense of movement, optical illusions or the effect of crafted dye techniques. Fine lacy knits have an ethnic vibe, while decorative details and applique additions create 3-D and tactile effects.
The first of a two part report looking at swimwear trends for next summer. This report analyses the key design directions for men’s and women’s swimwear with a closeup look at the important detailing and fluctuating changes in silhouette. Swimwear pushes forward with intricately cut designs, featuring dynamic colour contrasts, while other styles cleverly bridge the gap between the pool and day/clubwear.
The fashion crowd moves trends in new directions, mixing designer and High Street styles together and finishing the looks with their own individual touches. Unique styling and cleverly accessorised outfits add unexpected surprises and breathe new life into classics. The urban styles in Utility Threads, mix new shapes and fabrics with functional details. Girly looks in Candy Kitsch, have fun with bright pops of colour and upbeat accessories. Modern Heroes, look to the future with bold styles that make a statement, and Classic Roots puts a spin on familiar styles.
Detailed analysis of the latest accessory trends emerging from the New York, London, Milan and Paris runways.
Exciting developments in accessory trends affect the way designs are being worn, what materials are being used, and how shapes are evolving. For the leather goods market, details add impact in oversized proportions or a note of subversion with industrial hardware. Jewellery trends move forward with stand-alone pieces – the new heroes of the season!
The fashion crowd moves trends in new directions, mixing designer and High Street styles together and finishing the looks with their own individual touches. Unique styling and cleverly accessorised outfits add unexpected surprises and breathe new life into classics. The urban styles in Utility Threads, mix new shapes and fabrics with functional details. Girly looks in Candy Kitsch, have fun with bright pops of colour and upbeat accessories. Modern Heroes, look to the future with bold styles that make a statement, and Classic Roots puts a spin on familiar styles.
Our new FOCUS reports have been developed to respond quickly to fluctuations on the fashion radar and to provide in-depth intelligence for specific areas of the market.
The first of our new-style reports is denimFOCUS: Womenswear and Menswear denim analysis for SS 2015. We look at key fashion drivers: must-have details, the latest custom effects, new styles for premium denim and essential updates for core and fashion areas.
A fresh look at the new, spring 2014 trends for womenswear and accessory sectors from London’s vibrant retail scene. The research covers all the key stores and edgy boutiques to provide a great overview of trends. The report zeros in on the latest direction for each product area and captures the subtle changes in silhouette, proportion and detail.