Stylesight September 2009

Revival of Classicism

The very title of our latest Futurist report, Revival of Classicism, speaks volumes about the essence of designs’ influence in society. Rooted in the eloquent eras of the past, this trend may be one of the only recession-acceptable, ornate and excessive looks to emerge. Words such as Heritage and Craftsmanship – ones that we have heard much of recently - are more than just the buzz labels du jour, rather they form a bridge to a past many consumers look back at longingly. READ MORE

Find out what our Trend Directors around the world are saying about the REVIVAL OF CLASSICISM and how it relates to their city:

United States

Europe

India

South America

The Comeback Kid: New Sports Looks

The desire for authenticity and preservation of traditional techniques is beginning to spill over from sportswear into the active market. These new influences provide a fresh update for streetwear and active styling, which creates a demand for clever basics with collegiate undertones. READ MORE

CLICK Here To find out how Stylesight Information & Tools can help you navigate this trend. Stylesight offers the coverage and insight you need to stay on target with trends in the active market.

On Our Radar

Beyond the thrill of seeing your friends’ teeth glow, it seems as though the blacklight is being used in more innovative and artistic ways. Artist Kehinde Wiley has an upcoming show in September at Deitch Projects aptly named Black Light, based on his book of the same moniker. Using the light to reveal the hidden flaws of his subjects, Wiley sets young, urban African American men in regal poses based on 17th-19th century art. READ MORE

Stylesight Happenings

Launch of the Spanish Version of the Site:
Stylesight is the first online trend analysis and forecasting service to offer its full suite of products entirely in the Spanish language including Stylesight.com, global webinars and newsletters. Stylesight subscribers now have the capability of easily toggling between Spanish, Chinese and English language versions of the site with a simple click. READ MORE

TrendScope: Renee Labbe, VP GLOBAL TRENDS

As the VP of Global Trends at Stylesight, it's imperative that I keep in tune with the trends in a variety of markets - from fashion to furniture to beauty and everything in between. Besides a woman’s right to an unsupervised footwear addiction, I have a penchant for reading business books (Mr. Gladwell, you had me at Blink), a love of men’s watches and one truly super-sized design obsession that overwhelms me on a nearly constant basis. READ MORE

ABOUT RENEE: Renee Labbe joined STYLESIGHT in the spring of 2009 as VP of Global Trends. In her role, Renee leverages her wealth of experience to help Stylesight customers realize the extraordinary wealth of trend information available at their fingertips.

Renee develops Stylesight's global trend series which helps clients better understand and interpret the company's trend forecasts. The trend series is delivered to companies customers and to the industry as a whole via on-site seminars, trade show presentations, and webinars. Renee's goal is to ensure that Stylesight subscribers get an in-depth view of trend evolution - from broadest consumer zeitgeist to finest design detail.

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Revival of Classicism The very title of our latest Futurist report, Revival of Classicism, speaks volumes about the essence of designs’ influence in society. Rooted in the eloquent eras of the past, this trend may be one of the only recession-acceptable, ornate and excessive looks to emerge. Words such as Heritage and Craftsmanship – ones that we have heard much of recently - are more than just the buzz labels du jour, rather they form a bridge to a past many consumers look back at longingly. READ MORE Find out what our Trend Directors around the world are saying about the REVIVAL OF CLASSICISM and how it relates to their city: United States Europe India South America The Comeback Kid: New Sports Looks The desire for authenticity and preservation of traditional techniques is beginning to spill over from sportswear into the active market. These new influences provide a fresh update for streetwear and active styling, which creates a demand for clever basics with collegiate undertones. READ MORE CLICK Here To find out how Stylesight Information & Tools can help you navigate this trend. Stylesight offers the coverage and insight you need to stay on target with trends in the active market. On Our Radar Beyond the thrill of seeing your friends’ teeth glow, it seems as though the blacklight is being used in more innovative and artistic ways. Artist Kehinde Wiley has an upcoming show in September at Deitch Projects aptly named Black Light, based on his book of the same moniker. Using the light to reveal the hidden flaws of his subjects, Wiley sets young, urban African American men in regal poses based on 17th-19th century art. READ MORE Stylesight Happenings Launch of the Spanish Version of the Site: Stylesight is the first online trend analysis and forecasting service to offer its full suite of products entirely in the Spanish language including Stylesight.com, global webinars and newsletters. Stylesight subscribers now have the capability of easily toggling between Spanish, Chinese and English language versions of the site with a simple click. READ MORE TrendScope: Renee Labbe, VP GLOBAL TRENDS As the VP of Global Trends at Stylesight, it's imperative that I keep in tune with the trends in a variety of markets - from fashion to furniture to beauty and everything in between. Besides a woman’s right to an unsupervised footwear addiction, I have a penchant for reading business books (Mr. Gladwell, you had me at Blink), a love of men’s watches and one truly super-sized design obsession that overwhelms me on a nearly constant basis. READ MORE ABOUT RENEE: Renee Labbe joined STYLESIGHT in the spring of 2009 as VP of Global Trends. In her role, Renee leverages her wealth of experience to help Stylesight customers realize the extraordinary wealth of trend information available at their fingertips. Renee develops Stylesight's global trend series which helps clients better understand and interpret the company's trend forecasts. The trend series is delivered to companies customers and to the industry as a whole via on-site seminars, trade show presentations, and webinars. Renee's goal is to ensure that Stylesight subscribers get an in-depth view of trend evolution - from broadest consumer zeitgeist to finest design detail.		Now Available In: English 中文 PortuguÊSe Español In this issue Revival of Classicism Urban & Activewear Trends On Our Radar Stylesight Happenings TrendScope: Renee Labbe Tell Us What you think We would love to get your feedback and suggestions for upcoming newsletters. Please participate in a quick survey and You could win a $25 gift certificate. to Participate INTERESTED IN SUBSCRIBING TO STYLESIGHT? Contact us and ask one of our Account Directors how you can receive a free 3-day trial. click here upcoming webinars Please join us as we discuss Back to School in our first, live Childrenswear Webinar. Take a closer look at the key runway themes and must-haves that will impact F/W 09, including colors, materials, patterns and more! English: September 24th 12pm Noon Portuguêse: September 29th 10am (BRT) Español: September 30th 4pm (CEST) Chinese 中文: October 12th 10am (HKT) You’re in the driver’s seat Want to take a customized tour of Stylesight from one of our Site Geniuses? contact us invite a friend Do you know someone that would like to receive our Monthly Newsletter? to register blog with us Sign up for the Stylesightings blog today! sign up Follow stylesight on stylesight in the news Stylesight Spring-Summer 2010 Trend Forecast, Futura Magazine Ireland Read More The Pursuit of Cradle to Cradle Design, Greetings Magazine Read More Prafrentex, Vogue RG Read More For Back to School, It's all Uniform, Crain's New York Business Read More Archived newsletters August 2009 July 2009 June 2009
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