Copenhagen!

One of the best things about going down to Copenhagen recently was CPH Vision was....Copenhagen! In my opinion, THE top city for its combination of European flavor, medium size, and great design and fashion, everywhere.

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CPH Vision > trends and directions

I probably spent more time looking at people than at the clothes, but did notice a few trends to speak of.

Certainly, as mentioned earlier and seen as well at ISPO, the 80's and early 90's colors and patterns are moving things in sportswear in one direction. A mix between urban camo, and 80s skiing, prints like this hot pink, blue, green are (unfortunately in my opinion) coming back.

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And then there's the leggings...

In other direction, the all over graphic print is still here, but moving into other areas of apparel crossing from more streetwear hoodies and T-s to dresses and bags.







Taking over the graphic direction however, I believe is a more craft based application of graphics coming from knit and traditional print patterns.











In more upmarket fashion, minimal with construction details seems to still be the direction, especially among Scandinavian brands, with more and more refinement in details and cuts. Pants are moving to higher waisted, wider leg (in the same direction as jeans), and fur is up again.

Colorwise....... purple!

CPH Vision > People Watching

CPH Vision, like most fashion trade fairs is a place to not only spot new brands and trend, but many very interesting people. Personally, I find the fashion people more interesting than most of the fashion.

80's is back....with a vengeance. If these fashionistas are to be believed, we will all be back in hot pink and leggings, sweating to the oldies in no time. In my opinion, I find it all a little over the top. Inspiration and elements are great, but looking like you just stepped out of a Cindy Lauper video is a bit much.

In any case, check of the Read More link below for lots more pics.










Thankfully, not everyone is going back to the future 100%. Also coming back from the 80's with a bit more class and with updated style are denim cuts such as these skinny high-waisted jeans. This I can take, especially on this model.



More pics and People Watching from CPH Vision coming soon.

hummel at CPH Vision

First up in coverage from CPH Vision is the new hummel booth and collection.

hummel presented a new booth for CPH Vision, which combined the traditional Dansih wood aesthetic with clips of hummel history and past highlights, inspired by the recent hummel Indoor and Old School catalogs I was involved with.

The latest (FW07) footwear collection was also presented, which I will cover in more detail later.

Click the Read More link below for more text and pics from the hummel stand at CPH Vision.


Highights in the collection include the styles Savanna waistcoat, Avery knit hoodie, Avery knit pant and Mia ss cashmere tee from hummel fashion’s AW07 collection which recieved the incredible honor of winning the ISPO Global SportsStyle Award presented last weekend in Munich at GQ Style Night.

CPH Vision

Just got back from a great weekend in Copenhagen full of CPH Vision, Copenhagen Fashion Week some great shows, parties, shopping and a day in Malmo, Sweden.

Overall, probably the best, most inspiring weekend I've had in a long time. Copenhagen is a great center for Design and Fashion, and Fashion Week only adds to the unique Scandinavian eccentricity and charm.

I'm now working through almost 900 photos, for a series of articles...check back soon for lots more!

R

CPH Vision

CPH Vision is coming up next week (Feb 8-11) as a part of Copenhagen Fashion Week, which I will also be attending (its Trade Fair Season!). Anyone in the area or going to the show, feel free to drop me a line, and we can see if we can arrange a meeting.



As usual, I'll be bringing back the latest pics, trends and news from this show and Copenhagen so stay tuned.

hummel/EUROWOMAN Sensational Street Soccer 2006 Copenhagen

I've been away for the last 10 days on vacation in Italy, so didnt get to attend myself this year, but be sure to check out
http://hummel.dk/Company/News/Sensational%20Street%20Soccer.aspx to see some of the great images shot by Ulrik Jantzen on Saturday 26th at Israels Plads in central Copenhagen of the 2006 Women's Street Soccer Tournament.

CPH Vision > Part 1

First up, some general pics from the CPH Vision fair to give you an idea of the atmosphere. If you have never been to a fashion industry trade fair, and ever have the chance to go, I highly recommend it. Not only is there a fantastic selection of brands and fashion (all in one place), better than any department store, but there is always a great collection of fashion people. Interesting outfits, and beautiful people always seem present at these events...especially here in Denmark!

More pics to come later this week covering my thoughts on trend directions and other great CPH shopping.

Lots more pics after the read more link below.

CPH Vision

...back to Copenhagen! If you are in Copenhagen this week/weekend, be sure to check out CPH Vision. Scandinavia's largest lifestyle/fashion fair. I'll be heading to CPH tonight and will catch the show tomorrow, with some time for shopping on Sat.

Of course, hummel will have a booth, and we'll be presenting our latest collection (SS07) of Old School footwear, among other things.

more pics of the collection and show next week on my return.

Dunny Show CPH > opening

Last week in CPH at Asbæk Gallery in Norreport, was the opening of the Dunny Show CPH.

I was there representing our hummel Hunny Dunny and checking out the party.


UPDATE- the show Dunnys are now on auction at Danish site Lauritz.com. Check the hummel Hunny Dunny item here


More pics after the Read More link below.

Dunny Show CPH project

Not exactly footwear related, but interesting! hummel has been asked to take part in The Dunny Show CPH, an exhibition of customized Dunny toys by some of the best designers and creative people here in Denmark. The event follows hot on the heels of the previous Kid Robot Dunny Shows in NYC, SF and elsewhere.

I have been involved working up concepts for the proeject to be fabricated. Check out the ideas. More concept sketches after the Read More link below.

Of course, if you are in CPH from August 2, be sure to check out the final exhibit at Asbæk Gallery.

Pictures of the final Dunny will be posted soon (when its done!)