. New shapes in men’s shorts look set to change the perception of what is fashion right and what looks like last years news! After seasons and seasons of baggy cargo pocket shorts – slim shapes – look right. In cut off versions – always with frayed hems – in clean flat front styling and [...]

. With denim worn head to toe being major news, it comes as no surprise to see a strong trend toward Western influences. Cowgirl boots – in short lengths and always authentically aged – will be an essential this Spring/Summer season and will look perfect teamed back with denim JEGGINGS, shorts and micro minis! To [...]

. Ever since Prada showed bicycle shorts in their recent Spring Collection I have been expecting bicycle shorts to turn up across the fashion floor. And I haven’t been disappointed as new versions in both stretch enhanced wovens and knits (and lace) are turning up at all levels of the market. Worn layered under shirtdresses, [...]

. Denim short shorts look set to be a volume selling key item this Spring/Summer. Expect shorts to be worn layered over leggings and tights for Spring and over beautiful tanned and bare legs for Summer! Cut oversized – in ‘boyfriend’ fits, decorated with heavy metal hardware, paint spattered and with interesting pocket treatments peeking [...]

. H&M proves that for men, you cannot go wrong with a Spring opening statement celebrating ‘the blues’. In a range of denim qualities and washes – from bleached out, to authentically aged – to dark, raw and rinse washed – ‘the blues’ will continue to dominate as the most important color story of the [...]

. Whether sexy pumps, ballet flats or new shapes in gladiators – surface interest – is created in new and exciting ways. Perforated finishes and creative cutouts lend innovation to leathers in a range of shapes that will suit all end uses. To read more, pick up a subscription to the New York Retail Report [...]

. Timely, fresh and looking very new is the most fabulous Spring launch of a new collaboration between Liberty of London and Target! And us New Yorkers get first dibbs before a national launch. I hope they bought enough because stocks are certainly running low! From men’s shirts and ties to women’s apparel, accessories and [...]

. I hope the message is loud and clear – Spring is all about ‘the blues’ – and it’s always built around denim. But it is no longer just about jeans as denim sportswear becomes a brand new focus. The Gap’s new Spring campaign proves this point as denim – for both men and women [...]

. A new season opening statement launches at H&M. From their windows, to their website, to their current advertising – H&M sends a very clear message to their customers. And it’s all about ‘the blues’! From denim, to chambray to nautical inspired Breton stripes and indigo knits – for both men and women – ‘the [...]

. In crisp cottons and new technical weaves – the blouson jacket – is at once, retro – and modern. Whether for the golfer – or the club kid – the customer will find a blouson to suit his style. Designed to protect the wearer from the elements, updates in both solid hues and plaids, [...]