Archive for January, 2012

Film Trends: Pinocchio

Words by MPDClick’s Film Trend Researcher.

Evoking a nostalgic spirit that defines childhood, Pinocchio is just one of the numerous folk stories and fairytales to be re-mastered with gothic undertones in recent seasons.  An eponymous film exploring the darker side of this literary classic about a wooden puppet and his bid to become a real boy is due out in 2014.

S/S 12 Retail Preview: Sass & Bide

Words by MPDClick’s Trend Journal Editor.

“Dedicated to the strong, the obscure & the beautiful” Australian label Sass & Bide continue to stand-out season after season with their bold designs, feminine silhouettes and on-trend credentials. This spring/summer we see a fusion of tribal prints, water inspired fabrications and staple denim styles for the season.

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Fashion: Canada Set To Make Its Make On The Fashion World

Words by Mpdclick’s Future Trends Researcher.

It would be fair to state that Canada has never really had a significant fashion presence or that its fashion industry has been considered in terms of potential growth. Canada is known for its natural resources, commodities, endless wildlife parks and stable economy, but not for its fashion. This however, is all about to change.

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Business Weekly Round-Up

MPDClick’s Business Area offers an insight into the latest fashion industry-related business news. Highlights include The Rise of the Chinese E-commerce Market, Americans Showing More Interest in “Made in America Apparel” and Pitti Bimbo and the International Kidswear Market.

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S/S 12 Retail Preview: G-star Raw


G-star Raw is known for designing contemporary street fashion and their new s/s 12 collection is no exception. Signature denim mixed with sophisticated tailoring shows the brands desire for detailed denim construction and lust for high quality craftsmanship.

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Exhibition: Mathematics – A Beautiful Elsewhere

Mathematics – A Beautiful Elsewhere is a wonderful exhibition created by the combined minds of eight mathematicians and scientists alongside nine artists. The Foundation Cartier also invited ideas from a selection of prestigious scientific institutions such as the European Space Agency (ESA) and Institut Henri Poincaré (IHP).

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Trend Books: MPD Active Launching at ISPO


Trend company Mudpie will launch the latest edition of its Autumn/Winter 13/14 MPD Active trend book at the upcoming ISPO trade show, the leading international sports business event, taking place from 29th January 2012 – 1st February 2012.

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Trends: Mudpie Trend Seminar at Munich Fashion Start


Creative trend company Mudpie is set to present its latest Spring/Summer 13 trend seminar at the next edition of Munich Fabric Start, the premiere trade show for textiles and fabrics, taking place from 31st January – 2nd February 2012.

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Licensing News: Disney Unveils Muppets Inspired Fashion Range


To mark the release of the much anticipated Muppets movie on February 10th2012, Disney has launched a fabulous Muppets inspired range including fashion and beauty products.

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Look Of The Week

Words by MPDClick’s Trend Journal Editor.

Last week the MPDClick team were at the renowned trade fair Bread & Butter Berlin, not only to establish trends within the stands but to capture the directional street style to inspire future in-store styling. Here we focus on a contemporary womenswear look and directional career wear for men.

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