Editor's Note
Through the haze of economic slowdown emerges the new model Shopper of Last Resort - the Chinese retail consumer. They are spending more liberally than predicted, even on really big-ticket items like cars - with leather upholstery and trim, of course. Click here for complete article |
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Leather Trends: Aqueous Effects
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Be inspired by WATER "Delight in Action", one of four directions of APLF Trends spring-summer 2010: Let's be Bold and Inventive.
Leather and materials showcased at the Material & Technology fair March 2009 bring to life WATER's early colour trends, and expect it to be a source of inspiration for finished products at the upcoming Fashion Access October 2009.
Presented by APLF, in collaboration with Olivier Guillenmin, Chairman of the Comité Français de la Couleur. | Click here for complete article |
New buying strategy emerges as consumers cut on costs but not style
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The worst of the recession may possibly be behind us, but consumers today are still seemingly spending conservatively. What do recession-minded consumers want? Good prices are a must, newness is essential, and don’t expect they will trade down on style or quality. | Click here for complete article |
Leather in the Driving Seat
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At precisely the moment General Motors in the US applied for Chapter 11 bankruptcy the two Chinese joint ventures they are involved with reported record sales within their domestic market.
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Fashion Access to showcase designer footwear from Brazil
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Brazilian footwear, best known for its high-fashion, contemporary and quality offer, is expected to be at hit at this October’s Fashion Access after seeing sustained success at the fair’s previous 3 events. | Click here for complete article |
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