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2006
trend & forecasting reports
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CATWALK
Beach & Accessories Milan, Paris, New York & London S/S 2007
published
20 December 2006 - 93
pages 8605 - 8697
An important part of any spring/summer shows is the swimwear area, even more this season with decorative bodies crossing over into day and eveningwear. Delicious dresses, kaftans, pretty smocks, bomber jackets and tunic tops double up as BEACH cover or daywear. Key DETAILS really make their mark and designers have really pulled out all the stops with fabulous FOOTWEAR this season. In BAGS there are some amazing styles and I'm particularly taken with all the snazzy shoppers and cotton styles for next summer.
Don’t miss this details-packed issue.
BEACH
Bikinis and swimsuits double up into bodies, cleverly making the transition from beachwear into daywear or even eveningwear...
DETAIL MIX
Belts, buckles, bangles, beads, hats, rings; in short everything that stylists and designers work into a collection to give it an edge...
FOOTWEAR
Platforms and wedges are still on trend and these have been given a futuristic twist with cut-through wedges or circular platforms...
BAGS
Designers have really gone to town with details: spiked studs, huge gems, pearls, brooches, tassels, chains and plaited or fringed straps...
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CATWALK
Trends Milan, Paris, New York & London S/S 2007
published
04 December 2006 - 95
pages 8510 - 8604
In an exciting season dominated by futurism there remains conflicts of direction and juxtaposed ideas, which reveal an altogether fresh and inspiring look for spring/summer 2007. Futurism takes on the traditional; casualwear and sportswear are transported to dressy new heights, disco fever gets a strong grip on eveningwear and a romantic geisha mood adds a note of femininity to soften the season.
All the new trends in shape, surface pattern, length, details, fabric, colour and mood are here to inspire your collections. Don't miss this issue...ANDROIDS
- look to the future...
PILLOW BOOK - willowy prints and wraps.
PREPPY PAD - new soft volume for casuals.
GALLERY - amazing graphic prints
MEN'S CLUB - latest tailored shapes.
GET TOUGH - raw and edgy separates.
DISCO BALL - glitzy party dresses.
SWEET DRESS - new dress shapes & details.
STREET TRACK - jeans, sportswear & prints.
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TRADESHOW
Indigo/Texprint A/W 2007/8 published
01 November 2006 - 5
pages 8477-8481
Indigo, the print and textile design fair, is expanding its presence within Premiere Vision Pluriel. Indigo’s current status reflects the level of newness and creativity that is presented by the exhibitors and particularly the 24 Texprint designers. All the Texprint graduates have been chosen for their outstanding work by industry leaders. We have selected a few of these, because we feel that they offer the most directional looks in print, knit, embroidery and textile design.
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TRADESHOW
Le Cuir a Paris A/W 2007/8 published
01 November 2006 - 7
pages 8470-8476
Le Cuir à Paris, now in its 11th edition, has become a major leather and fur show for the fashion industry, where the latest trends are presented to both accessory (shoes and leather goods) and clothing buyers. Le Cuir à Paris is showing a very strong trend direction for Autumn/Winter
07/8 in colour and in fabulous treatments and finishes in leather and fur. These vary from a slick lacquered finish, rough organic looks and highly decorated embossed designs.
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TRADESHOW
Mod'Amont A/W 2007/8 published
01 November 2006 - 10
pages 8460-8469
Modamont, the world’s most comprehensive fashion supplies and accessories exhibition offers very clear trend direction. The show is packed with new ideas and is at the forefront of creativity in this sector.
The VIP section showcases the Top 30 best products that represent each key trend. We picked out some of these fantastic items to feature in our rundown of the show.
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TRADESHOW
Premiere Vision Pluriel A/W 2007/8 published
01 November 2006 - 9
pages 8451-8459
Premiere Vision Pluriel, presents the latest trends in fibres, yarns, fabrics and prints for the Autumn/Winter
07/8 season. Full colour direction is provided for all product areas.
Fabric trends for Autumn/Winter 07/8 are diverse and often radically different: from slick, fluid fabrics in man-made fibres to compact, boiled wool Meltons. We have singled out the trends that we consider to be the most directional and inspiring.
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TRADESHOW
Who's Next collections S/S 2007 published
19 October 2006 - 15
pages 8436-8450
The main focus at Who's Next this season is femininity with full, gathered silhouettes in pretty prints and softened fabrics. Embellishment is strong in certain collections, where it forms part of the
brand's signature. Otherwise trims are pared down to soft frills and delicate ruffles. Summer cashmere and printed silk are no longer considered luxury fabrics, but are popping up in several casual collections. Knits and jerseys are still fine and featherweight and styled into layered tops and tunics.
Dresses are key and swimwear collections are showing bright prints or slippery, glossy fabrics.
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TRADESHOW
Prêt à Porter collections S/S 07 published
16 October 2006 - 10
pages 8426-8435
New areas supplying niche markets have been added to the show this season. Trends have been singled out from the Box, which offers new ideas, designers and looks in high end accessory brands. Shibuya showcases Japanese-inspired fast fashion brands that are relatively new on the fashion scene. We have homed in on finely drawn graphics using Japanese-inspired images. Funky new ready-to wear collections were picked up at Atmosphere d’Ete where the up-and-coming Belgian brands are out in force.
Check out the latest trends in womenswear and accessories!
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RETAIL
trends Europe A/W 2006 published
12 October 2006 - 67
pages 8359-8425
London, Paris and Milan are full of new and exiting trends! The main story focuses on a remodelling of the silhouette adding volume and creating space around the sleeves and hemline. Fabrics provide texture and pattern with either woven checks or wild animal prints. Dressy tailoring gets the Leading Lady touch with wider cut pants and sweeping coats while military details prevail for heavier outerwear. Shaker style gets stirred up with a drop of decoration and fabric opposites attract in our Rough + Smooth trend.
CONSTRUCTION SITE - volume within contemporary shapes.
TARTAN vs PUNK - highland anarchy.
LEADING LADY - tailored femininity with a twist.
PUSSYCAT DOLLS - animal passions.
COCKTAIL SHAKER - shaker styles get pretty.
VICTOR VICTORIOUS - menswear and military influences.
ROUGH + SMOOTH - fabulous fabric mixtures.
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STREETWALK™
Directional trends 2006
published
04 September 2006 - 49
pages 8310-8358
This issue takes a close look at the latest styles
in the jeans/casual area and analyses the way clothing is being worn on the street. New shapes, colours, details, prints and most importantly the key styling of today which points the way for tomorrow. We’ve honed in on fashionistas and girls with a strong sense of style to bring you the hottest inside information.
DENIM INNOVATION - exciting times for denim...
EASY STREET - a relaxed combat mood...
PRETTY PICTURES - edgy femininity...
SPORTS ILLUSTRATED - playtime for sportswear...
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STREETWALK™
Festival Fever London summer 2006
published
11 August 2006 - 48
pages 8244-8291
We’ve sneaked in this extra issue into our schedule to bring you all the latest printed graphics. The report looks at the sexless t-shirt where boys wear feminine floral prints and girls wear grungy heavy metal styles; the look is unisex. Check out the current trends in band tees, dark humour, politics, icons and trompe-l’oeil prints. Newly trashed or vintage tees get styled up with the latest accessories. Don’t miss this Music Festival special issue!
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TRENDZOOM™
Forecast A/W 2007/8 Collections
published
22 July 2006 - 61
pages 8183-8243
Original design sketches and detailed graphics combine with the new season’s colour palette in this packed forecast issue covering all areas of womenswear and
accessories. New dimensions and
structured shapes dominate the new collections, extravagant couture
details come into play for eveningwear and music inspired graphics keep
one step ahead of streetwear...Get inspired!
MAGPIE - The trend revolves around bulky volume, interesting layering and dips into vintage to inspire detailing.
PERFORM - Loose jersey tops with music inspired graphics, slouchy jeans and skinny leather jackets are key to this trend.
LIBERATE - Sharply structured shapes give way to a softer silhouette, which is ultimately inspired by menswear.
PROTECT - Shapes form a protective shell, swinging into a-line silhouettes or curving around the body.
RESTORE - An extravagance inspired by the Italian Renaissance infuses evening gowns, dresses and couture pieces.
ESCAPE - A dynamic mix which dips into the past for retro ideas and mixes these with street-inspired pieces.
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TRADESHOW
Bread & Butter Barcelona S/S 2007 published
15 July 2006 - 24
pages 8159-8182
We’ve handpicked 22 of the hottest exhibitors from this season’s show: the leading denim brands, emerging new labels and the designers that everyone’s talking about. We take a look at the new trends in Jeans & Denim, Jersey & Graphics and Swim and Accessory
areas in our TRENDS AT A GLANCE section, guaranteed to inspire your 2007
collections - Don't miss this in-depth report!
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RETAIL /
STREET
Resort trends St. Tropez 2006 published
26 June 2006 - 83
pages 8064-8146
St Tropez is a magnet for fashionistas and trendsetters! We've trawled the streets and boutiques in search of new emerging labels, indications for next summer, party inspiration, transitional shapes for autumn, the latest styling tips and all the hottest looks and accessories to inspire your future
collections.
DRESS IT UP
- summer dresses and floral patterns.
MARIE-ANTOINETTE - precious lace and delicate fabrics.
FORMALITY - new direction for smart tailoring.
THE DARK SIDE - rock graphics and destroyed finishes.
COLOUR COCKTAIL - bright mixes and colour blocks.
EVENING TREASURE - shimmer and shiny decoration.
PLAYGROUND - lively graphics and fun details.
CASUAL & NATURAL - smart separates in natural fabrics .
DENIM RANCH - latest jean and denim details.
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TRENDZOOM™
Forecast A/W 2007/8 Colours & trends
published
25 May 2006 - 22
pages 7999-8020
The forecast provides a complete general colour story for the season with enough colour representation for all womenswear markets.
NEW mood boards outline the inspiration behind this season’s trends and our six key stories include in-depth analysis covering shape, details, fabric and accessories.
Next TRENDZOOM forecast includes original design sketches.
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STREETWALK™
Europe spring 2006 trends
published
30 April 2006 - 88
pages 7889-7976
In this analysis of European street trends we’ve brought together sophisticated looks from Paris and Milan, added London’s unique style and shaken it all up with great denim and casualwear from Barcelona and Amsterdam. Every page features accessories to complete the look and in-depth analysis that really gets to the bottom of each trend. Great inspiration for
seasons ahead!TWISTED
CLASSICS - a contemporary twist for classic and traditional
designs!
FRENCH EXCHANGE - replace boyish looks with a feminine French charm...
COLOUR SHOCK - stark neons heat up colour on the street...
GOTHIC FANTASY - lace contrasts with tough leather and gilt trims...
MADAME RETRO - genuine vintage styles and retro
interpretations...
URBAN SCENE - focus on denim, combat and sportswear...
CUSTOM CRAFT - knits, customised detail and accessories add a unique touch...
MODERN ANGLE - a-line frames, asymmetric lines and designs
with a modern edge...
GLOBAL TRAVEL - golbal travel inspires print and decorative textiles...
WILD SPRING - best fur styles are simple shapes or pretty trims...
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TRADESHOW
Expofil A/W 2007/8 published
24 April 2006 - 10
pages 7879-7888
Seasonality is blurring as weights and gauges are becoming ever finer and yarns such as cashmere and silk are used pure or blended all year round. Natural materials are continuing to lead and the focus is on luxurious handles. Fancy yarns are toned down with surface and texture adding subtle unevenness or a glossy sheen. Blended fibres are creating ingenious new handles, surface textures and fabrics with added benefits of warmth, lightness or well being.
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CATWALK
Trends Milan, Paris, New York & London A/W 2006/7
published
09 April 2006 - 105
pages 7761 - 7865
Check out the strongest directions for next
season! Trends are broken down into key areas giving clear indications for colour, shape, styling, fabric and details. Womenswear and accessories are mixed to show complete top-to-toe looks.
Come next autumn/winter we’ll see urban savages and gothic punks on the streets sporting the latest edgy looks. Silhouettes are dramatically different and fresh while new oval shapes dominate the scene. Patterned woollen cloths are key fabrics in the tailored area and decorative looks take on a couture spirit for evening.ANGLOMANIA
- traditional fabrics in contemporary styles.
URBAN SAVAGE - fur and skin take on an urban edge.
SEAMLESS - smooth, virtually seamless shapes.
SUBVERSIVE - homage to gothic punk.
ANDROGYNOUS - new wider-cut tailoring.
RESTRAINT - the new sexiness is all covered up.
COQUETTE - eveningwear in the spirit of couture.
BULK UP - supersized knits, outerwear and layers.
LIQUIFIED - eighties pop influences this slinky collection.
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TRADESHOW
Indigo S/S 2007 published
23 March 2006 - 6
pages 7747-7752
Indigo is a hive of creativity with exciting prints, embroideries and textiles for Spring/Summer 2007. Vintage inspiration is continuing as an overall trend and different interpretations of Oriental design are showing strongly too. In knits, understated luxury is up-and-coming and complements the natural fibres and finer gauges.
We have cherry-picked the exhibitors that use expressive forms of print, embellishment and texture to present the highlights of their collections.
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TRADESHOW
Mod'Amont S/S 2007 published
23 March 2006 - 9
pages 7738-7746
This unparalleled fair celebrates its 10th year this session and continues to stay one step ahead with its unique trend-led focus. Exhibitors are aware of the fierce competition for business and the standards of creativity and innovation are incredibly high. We selected some of the most interesting companies to show this season and provide contact details and an insight into their expertise.
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TRADESHOW
Premiere Vision S/S 2007 published
23 March 2006 - 9
pages 7729-7737
Premiere Vision have reorganised the layout this session so that fabrics are presented in diverse areas that focus on lifestyle and market segment. We have followed Première Vision’s direction and selected fabrics and suppliers that best represent the key looks from each area for Spring/Summer 2007.
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RETAIL
trends Europe S/S 2006 published
16 March 2006 - 70
pages 7653-7722
Our research team have been on the lookout for the hottest trends in London, Paris, Milan, Amsterdam and Barcelona to bring you this truly European look at the new season's collections. Perfectly pretty cotton separates are top of the bill in Picnic Basket, boy's locker rooms have been raided for sporty stripes and shorts in Boy's World, romantic Baroque Spring moves from a black winter into nude for summer and neon bright colour comes to life in City Heat.
PICNIC BASKET
- fresh cotton fabrics and pretty shapes.
BOY'S WORLD - sporty tomboy stripes and styles.
BAROQUE SPRING - new softness for gothic lace.
CELEBRITY - shines the spotlight on new metallics.
SMOOTH OPERATOR - cutting-edge design and techniques.
CITY HEAT - turn up the heat with bright neon colour.
PRIVATE CLUB - the new luxury basics.
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TRADESHOW
Who's Next collections A/W 06/7 published
16 February 2006 - 12
pages 7641-7652
Who’s Next is clearly pursuing a strategy that focuses on femininity, creativity and innovation. The careful selection of brands covers everything from the newly launched to the well established. In this report we take a look at the best autumn/winter 2006/7 collections on offer.
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TRADESHOW
Prêt à Porter collections A/W 06/7 published
16 February 2006 - 10
pages 7631-7640
This season Prêt à Porter have identified three trends for the new season: Ethnic Poetic - a romantic look, Minimal Minimum - contemporary shapes and Byzantine Code - a decorative baroque theme. Atmosphère remains the most innovative section at the fair and was showcasing some very inventive new collections this season. Here is our take on the collections and trends that stood out from the others.
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TRADESHOW
Salon international de la Lingerie A/W 06/7 published
13 February 2006 - 10
pages 7621-7630
Season after season the offering from this widely acclaimed lingerie tradeshow grows and with the addition of the complementary fabric show Interfiliere there is no stopping its progress!
The runway show, featuring over 50 brands, is a must-see fashion event with designers and weavers working together to provide a detailed insight into future lingerie trends.
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TRADESHOW
MIDEC A/W 2006/7 International footwear show published
13 February 2006 - 8
pages 7613-7620
Midec is exclusively dedicated to footwear and covers all markets including: Men, Women, Kids, Juniors and Designers. The timing has been moved forward this season to coincide with other key tradeshows in Paris and reinforces the strong bond between footwear and fashion.
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TRADESHOW
ÉCLAT de Mode fashion & designer jewellery collections
published 13 February 2006 -
8
pages 7605-7612
This impressive jewellery show is dynamic and seductive with exhibitors ranging from small suppliers with unique, handmade collections through to designers with high-end couture ranges.
The spectacular trend area takes us on a journey through colour and begins with the purest of whites highlighting the variations in texture and finish. Next an explosion of colour with fun mixtures of brights and finally a look into pitch black with all its sexy, gothic and androgynous undercurrents.
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TRADESHOW
Premiere
Classe A/W 2006/7 Shoe, Leathergood & accessory collections
published 13 February 2006 -
10
pages 7595-7604
Premiere Classe is Europe’s most unique fashion accessory show. Bag, shoe, glove, scarf, jewellery, eyewear, hat and umbrella areas are all represented in ready-to-wear and designer markets.
The selection at Premiere Classe is full of innovative, original and conceptual designs, which complement and inspire the latest trends in clothing.
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TRADESHOW
Bread & Butter Barcelona A/W 2006/7 published
01 February 2006 - 21
pages 7574-7594
Check out the latest street and sportswear trends emerging from some of the hottest American and European labels. Massive brands rub shoulders with smaller niche labels creating a healthy mix of technical advances and creative influences. Our pick of the crop this season looks at the trends in denim, graphic tees, casual outerwear, accessories and funky partywear.
The main changes in shape, colour, trims and finishing are highlighted in our TRENDS page.
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TRENDZOOM™
Forecast S/S 2007
published
30 January 2006 - 61
page 7513-7573
This issue completes the womenswear forecast and is packed with original, detailed sketches providing print ideas, colour usage, styling inspiration and includes new designs for bags, footwear and jewellery markets.
REHAB - sixties influences get smart.
INNOCENT - sexy, delicate and fragile.
LANDSCAPE - rigid and linear tailoring.
TRIBUTE - romantic florals and femininity.
INTERLINK - street inspired shapes & graphics.
TOUCHABLE - soft fabrics and balanced volume.
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(trendcapsule)™
31 DEC 06
15 pages
8698-8712
WEST COAST TRENDS
L.A. stores point the way ahead for the coming spring season with new shape, print and detail inspiration. In this Trendcapsule...
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18 NOV 06
10 pages
8500-8509
FRENCH FASHIONISTAS
Killer styling combinations and eye-catching accessories are key to any outfit, and nobody does it better than the fashion
crowd...
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09 NOV 06
11 pages
8489-8499
UNDERCOVER LINGERIE
Lovely lingerie, from satin slipdresses to lacy knickers, we've uncovered all the latest styles from Milan, Bologna
& London...
(trendcapsule)™
06 NOV 06
7 pages
8482-8488
SPRAY-CAN ART
The underground British graffiti artist Banksy has a cult following and was recently in the news when Angelina Jolie bought a...
(trendcapsule)™
16 AUG 06
18 pages
8292-8309
SPAIN'S NEW COLLECTIONS
We love the new autumn trends with sumptuous metallic embellished fabrics, soft grey knitwear, high waisted
jeans...
(trendcapsule)™
03 JUL 06
12 pages
8147-8158
BRUSSELS TRANSITIONAL
At the heart of Europe, Brussels is a melting pot of influences! Our team have been scouting for trends with a refreshing Belgian...
(trendcapsule)™
22 JUN 06
6 pages
8058-8063
BASKET CASES
French women have always loved their straw market bags and since they have featured in the collections of: Jean-Paul...
(trendcapsule)™
19 JUN 06
7 pages
8051-8057
HATS - LATEST TRENDS
Cowboy shapes are hot on the Riviera. Alternatives include nifty summer trilbies, wide-brimmed slouch hats and huge cartwheel...
(trendcapsule)™
15 JUN 06
4 pages
8047-8050
DIANE'S DRESSES
Dresses by Diane Von Furstenberg are as well-cut and desirable now as they were in the '70s.
The designer was just in St...
(trendcapsule)™
08 JUN 06
9 pages
8038-8046
RIVIERA SWIMWEAR
We've just handpicked the hottest swimwear in St Tropez! Key labels: La Perla, Chloé, Pucci, Gucci, Eres, Pain de
Sucre...
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05 JUN 06
17 pages
8021-8037
LONDON SUMMER
London girls are mixing vintage, High Street and designer items creating their own unique look for the summer. Spots,
stripes...
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15 MAY 06
12 pages
7987-7998
SURFACE PATTERN
We’ve scoured popular markets, retail and street for the latest in colourful prints and patterns! Dresses, blouses, skirts and accessories are scattered...
(trendcapsule)™
03 MAY 06
10 pages
7977-7986
BAUBLES & BEADS
I love all the new oversized baubles, lovely long chains and natural jewellery
that's arrived in-store...
(trendcapsule)™
20 APR 06
13 pages
7866-7878
DENIM SPECIAL ISSUE
In this bumper issue we’ve collected the best of the new denim shapes. Skinny jeans continue to dominate with pale
...
(trendcapsule)™
31 MAR 06
3 pages
7758-7760
GOTHIC GRAPHICS
There's renewed interest in spooky graphics both in-store and on the
street: skeletons, skulls, crosses and ghostly images are...
(trendcapsule)™
28 MAR 06
5 pages
7753-7757
HAIR ACCESSORIES
Out on the streets of London and Paris the trendiest way to dress the hair is with a chic hairband or hair accessory. Wide bands...
(trendcapsule)™
19 MAR 06
6 pages
7723-7728
BEACH
Great new swimwear shapes are arriving in stores across Europe. Skimpy styles in hot neon shades are bursting onto the scene in...
(trendcapsule)™
25 JAN 06
5 pages
7508-7512
EURO JEANS
Barcelona has some great new jeans on the High Street and street photos show how these are being styled up!
Our top tips for...
(trendcapsule)™
13 JAN 06
5 pages
7503-7507
SPRING ACCESSORIES
Bags, belts, shoes, bangles and hats hit the stores this week and we love the latest styles! Soft white, tan, brown and nude....
(trendcapsule)™
08 JAN 06
3 pages
7500-7502
SPRING JACKETS
Lightweight jackets are leading the way into spring in waist-hugging styles. Trench coats get the chop and lengths get shorter and....
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