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TREND FINDER: EMBELLISHED KNITS
Fashion
Fall’s coldweather knits get fashionable updates this fall. Look for touches of crystals, pearls, patches and embroidery to brighten up the grayest of days.
Boxing Leader TKO Expands into Global Fitness Lifestyle Brand
Houston—Technical Knockout (TKO) is ready to pack a punch in accessories. Founded by Garry Kurtz, Knockout Inc., was first a boxing equipment company, but has evolved into a health and fitness equipment, accessories and apparel lifestyle-brand. Under the leadership of Kurtz, TKO is committed to building a brand inclusive of …
Trend Finder: Shearling and Fur
As temperatures drop, fur accessories can bring warmth and glamour to any wardrobe. From elegant coats of rabbit to fun quirky dyed faux fur accents, designers prove that fur can be anything but boring. Here are seven ways to incorporate shearling and fur into your outfit or make stylish gifts. …
Fall/Winter 2016/17 Trend Report, Get it now!
It’s never too early to be ahead of the curve! 5 Big Trends Forecast Accessories Magazine’s Trend Forecasting Service–the industry’s only accessories-only forecasting service–has exactly what you need to develop your Fall/Winter 2016/17 accessories lines or plan retail buys. Trends are happening faster than ever, which is why you need …
Trend Finder: Color Trend: Dark Blue
Dark Indigo Blue has become a must have for the upcoming winter months. A perfect replacement to the traditional black, shades of rich blue are contemporary and modern when used in colored metals, fresh leathers and darken sapphire and lapis colored stones. This sharp hue is wearable and versatile, allowing …
Trend Finder: Stripes and Chevron
Get in line with Fall/Winter’s favorite new pattern: stripes and chevron! These classic designs get an update with new usage and unique color and placement techniques. Seen on everything from chunky scarves to mini bags and fun necklaces and bracelets, these clean and chic designs are perfect for any classification. …
Trend Finder: Fur
Stay stylish as the weather cools down for fall in fashion-forward fur. Make a statement with a purse of pelts and a precious fur keychain or dabble in the trend with a versatile infinity scarf and fingerless gloves with lux fur accents. Where to Find Fur Accessories (Sponsored): Elizabeth …
Trend Finder: Color Trend: Cognac
Rich cognac is making its way on to Pre-Fall accessories from handbags, leather jewelry and belts. The warm hue evokes the smells, tastes and sights of autumn, making it one of the most popular colors for the Fall season to come. Where to Find Cognac Accessories (Sponsored): NKHenry …
Item of the Day: Spratters & Jayne Chunky Cowl
Wait! You think Spring is here? Not so fast! New Yorkers were greeted with an arctic blast of snowfall back on the first day on Spring and that seems to have set the tone for the following weeks as well, so don’t put your chunky knit scarfs away just yet. …
Breaking Trends Pre-Fall 2015: Markus Lupfer
Coldweather accessories got plenty of play at Markus Lupfer, accessories shift and party dresses. Look for beanies with bold embellishments, right neck rings and longer, cozy scarves that wrap and wrap.
Trend Finder: Color Trend: Holiday Reds
Designers are seeing holiday reds this season, with shades ranging from deep to more vibrant hues. Racy yet elegant red gives that perfect pop, whether worn as an accent or head to toe. Where to Find Holiday Reds (Sponsored): Christian Livingston Side zip hounds tooth logo tote Style Number: BH1278RD …
Trend Finder: Menswear Prints
Let’s hear it for the boys! Menswear prints are everywhere this season, both in an androgynous fashion as well as with a feminine twist. Look for plaids, checks, tweeds and more. Where to Find Menswear Prints (Sponsored): A Peace Treaty 100% baby alpaca scarf, handmade in Peru Style …
Item of the Day: Deepa Gurnani
Winter breezes are blowing leaves off the trees in an ominous way. Weather forecasters and trend forecasters have said that this winter could be another cold one—and retailers should be ready with an array of coldweather goods. But then are coldweather goods and coldweather goods. There are acrylic ear muffs …
Trend Finder: Chunky Knits
Designers are loving this chunky knit trend—through thick and thin. Bold, thick yarns add texture and visual interest, either in single-knit yarns or color mixtures
Trend Finder: Fur
The fur is flying down the runways and landing on accessories this season, both in traditional cozy coldweather pieces as well as for-style-only ones like fur-accented jewelry. Fur is no longer about staying warm, but rather about being “cool.” Where to Find Fur (Sponsored): Tania Spinelli Bootie Style Number: …
Athletic, Outdoor Footwear Sales Boost September
Industry Experts
Port Washington, NY—Late trending back to school sales have seen had a kick, or rather kicks. For the 14 weeks ended Sept. 20, sales of athletic and outdoor footwear were up 5$ to $3 billion versus 2013, as the industry continued at its brisk pace stepping into autumn, according to …
Trend Finder: Quilting
Quilting lets designers play with texture, pattern and scale for a sleek, sophisticated look. While traditional diamond quilts are always a favorite, designers have gotten creative with other repeating patterns and shapes across all classifications of accessories. Where to Find Quilting (Sponsored): DKNY Black Quilted Barrow Sneaker Style Number: …
Coldweather Winner? PrimaLoft Develops High-Tech Down
Latham, NY–PrimaLoft has developed a high-performance down blend that it says is the next generation of apparel and accessories insulation. The PrimaLoft Performance Down Blends combine the warmth and loft of down with the wet weather performance of synthetic insulation, designed for both comfort and durability. The product is created …
August Market: Highlights & Lowlights
August market has come to a close, the shows are over and manufacturers are now tallying those retail orders. While smaller stores still picked up last-minute holiday orders, particularly in jewelry, larger stores booked Resort and Spring 15. Below, a list of what sold best—and what didn’t—and what to look …