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Pacsun Introduces The Pacsun Collective: Co-creating the Brand's Future with its Community

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacsun announced the launch of the Pacsun Collective, a groundbreaking initiative that calls upon the brand's community of content creators, photographers, videographers, stylists, designers, musicians, and digital artists to join its creative process and help shape future campaigns and merchandise. The collective stands true to Pacsun's belief in inspiring the next generation of youth and building the future of the brand and its community at the intersection of culture, sports, music, art, and fashion.  

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  • These community members, hand-picked by Pacsun, played a pivotal role in bringing the campaign to life.
  • "With the Pacsun Collective, we have the opportunity to truly co-create and community source the future stages of the brand.
  • We are excited to see what we can build with the diverse talents and voices that make up our incredible community," said Brie Olson, Pacsun CEO.
  • The Spring/ Summer 2024 collection is available online, with a majority of the collection readily available at Pacsun retail locations nationwide.

Chill 11 opens today, offering an entertaining, cultural Christmas shopping experience

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Saturday, December 23, 2023

Chill 11 combines arts and culture, culinary delights, shopping and entertainment with Hong Kong's distinct cultural elements to create a unique Christmas experience for the general public."

Key Points: 
  • Chill 11 combines arts and culture, culinary delights, shopping and entertainment with Hong Kong's distinct cultural elements to create a unique Christmas experience for the general public."
  • Chill 11 features three main themes: Entertainment, Art and Culture, and Shopping.
  • Albert Chau and Ramon Lo of Midlife, Sing & Shine will also be on stage on Christmas Eve and Christmas respectively.
  • Star make-up artist Will Or will also stage a Christmas trendy make-up class to share make-up tips for Christmas holiday.

Red Heart® Helps Gen Z Get Hooked on Their ‘Grandma Era’ With New Crochet Patterns and Homemade Gift Giving Ideas for the Holidays

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Red Heart®, America’s Favorite Yarn brand, has announced a new set of fall fashion patterns designed to ease entry into crocheting and help Gen Z inspire new moments of joy through craft and gift giving.

Key Points: 
  • Red Heart®, America’s Favorite Yarn brand, has announced a new set of fall fashion patterns designed to ease entry into crocheting and help Gen Z inspire new moments of joy through craft and gift giving.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231110394382/en/
    RED HEART® ANNOUNCES NEW CROCHET PATTERNS AND HOMEMADE GIFT GIVING IDEAS FOR THE HOLIDAYS (Photo: Business Wire)
    More than 40 million Americans* actively crochet or knit, a number that has climbed since 2020 in part because of a growing interest among younger generations.
  • As Gen Z sought more ways to find solace during tumultuous times, many turned to crochet, which a NIH study has shown can reduce stress, increase relaxation, and positively impact personal well-being**.
  • TikTok videos with #crochet, #crochettok, and #knitting have collectively received more than 4 billion views this year alone.

American Eagle Launches New Campaign With Gen Z Starpower Christopher Briney, Gavin Casalegno and Lola Tung From the Prime Video Series The Summer I Turned Pretty

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) kicks off today the American Eagle (AE) back-to-school season with the brand’s latest campaign, featuring the stars of the Prime Video hit series The Summer I Turned Pretty, Christopher Briney , Gavin Casalegno and Lola Tung .

Key Points: 
  • American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) kicks off today the American Eagle (AE) back-to-school season with the brand’s latest campaign, featuring the stars of the Prime Video hit series The Summer I Turned Pretty, Christopher Briney , Gavin Casalegno and Lola Tung .
  • The brand also debuts the AE + The Summer I Turned Pretty collection, available in stores and online today.
  • Fans can shop The Summer I Turned Pretty collection on Amazon.com/shopthesummeriturnedpretty and directly from Season Two episodes via Prime Video’s X-Ray feature.
  • Additionally, Briney, Casalegno and Tung will showcase the seasonal assortment on their social channels, along with their must-haves from the AE + The Summer I Turned Pretty Collection.

From Fashion-Forward to Social Good, Lion Brand Yarn 2023 Culture Report Highlights Top 10 Trends to Watch for the 45 Million Knitters and Crocheters in the U.S.

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Monday, April 10, 2023

CARLSTADT, N.J. , April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From TikTok to fashion houses, knitting and crocheting are having a moment, gaining legions of new fans during the pandemic as the fiber arts continue to grow their influence in mainstream culture and attract more crafters across generations. Lion Brand Yarn, the oldest producer of knitting and craft yarn in the United States, has released its 2023 Culture Report, unveiling the top 10 trends to watch this year, ranging from coastal-chic to crochet-to-slay fashions and sustainability. The list was compiled by Lion Brand Yarn's influencers and trend-watchers.

Key Points: 
  • Lion Brand Yarn, the oldest producer of knitting and craft yarn in the United States, has released its 2023 Culture Report, unveiling the top 10 trends to watch this year, ranging from coastal-chic to crochet-to-slay fashions and sustainability.
  • "In 2023, the fiber arts continue to embed themselves in culture, from runway to street style, mental health and environmental sustainability," said Jessica Hendrickson, Design Director of Lion Brand Yarn.
  • According to Year on TikTok: 2022, smaller communities like Crocheters of TikTok increased in popularity, making TikTok's list of favorite communities.
  • Many yarn companies, including Lion Brand Yarn, are working to develop and offer sustainable products made from natural or recycled sources like plastic bottles.

AVOLOTL New Series Of Amigurumi Crochet Kits Features Cute & Adorable Amigurumi - Amigurumi Crochet Taking The World By Storm

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

SINGAPORE, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Online amigurumi crochet store Avolotl.com has launched a new series of amigurumi crochet kits which feature cute and adorable animal amigurumis aimed at anyone and everyone interested in crochet, knitting and other yarn-craft. Amigurumi crochet has been taking the world by storm for several years now, and it's not difficult to see why. These small, cute and cuddly crocheted creations have captured the hearts of millions of people around the world. And it's not just children who are enchanted by them, adults too are equally facinated.

Key Points: 
  • Online amigurumi crochet store Avolotl.com has launched a new series of amigurumi crochet kits which feature cute and adorable animal amigurumis aimed at anyone and everyone interested in crochet, knitting and other yarn-craft.
  • SINGAPORE, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Online amigurumi crochet store Avolotl.com has launched a new series of amigurumi crochet kits which feature cute and adorable animal amigurumis aimed at anyone and everyone interested in crochet, knitting and other yarn-craft.
  • Amigurumi crochet has been taking the world by storm for several years now, and it's not difficult to see why.
  • Avolotl new series amigurumi crochet kits which feature cute and adorable animal amigurumis aimed at anyone and everyone interested in crochet, knitting and other yarn-craft.

PAC-MAN x The Woobles Full Collection Sells Out in Minutes

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Monday, February 27, 2023

APEX, N.C., Feb. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Woobles, the first learn-to-crochet company to leverage emerging ed-tech tools to successfully teach the art of crocheting to complete beginners, released its second licensed collaboration, PAC-MAN x The Woobles Collection, on Thursday. The news of the limited-edition kit drop was shared only with internal customers that had signed up for new product alerts and sparked an immediate buying frenzy, with full inventory selling through in just minutes. 

Key Points: 
  • The news of the limited-edition kit drop was shared only with internal customers that had signed up for new product alerts and sparked an immediate buying frenzy, with full inventory selling through in just minutes.
  • "We knew the PAC-MAN x The Woobles Collection would elicit nostalgia and excitement among Woobles fans, many of whom have written in and asked for this exact collaboration.
  • Its PAC-MAN x The Woobles Collection allows crochet fans and PAC-MAN enthusiasts alike the opportunity to level up and bring the legendary video game characters to life through the art of crocheting.
  • The PAC-MAN x The Woobles Collection kit offerings now on waitlist include:

Valiantys To Acquire Addteq, Inc.'s Consulting Business to Deepen Atlassian Services and Capabilities in North America

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

PARIS and BOSTON, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Valiantys, a leading global Atlassian consulting and services firm, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Atlassian services division of Addteq, Inc. ("Addteq"). This acquisition will be made possible by the investment and operational support of Keensight Capital, one of the leading private equity managers dedicated to international Growth Buyout1 investments, and Valiantys' majority shareholder since June 2022.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS and BOSTON, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Valiantys , a leading global Atlassian consulting and services firm, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Atlassian services division of Addteq, Inc. ("Addteq").
  • "This strategic acquisition will deepen Valiantys' services capabilities, strengthen its coverage of the financialservices andhealthcaresectors, andreinforceitscoverageoftheUSEast coastregion,"saidLucasDussurget, Global CEO at Valiantys.
  • As an Atlassian Platinum Partner, Addteq has an impressive track record in deployments and Managed Services of Atlassian solutions.
  • We are thrilled to welcome them to the Valiantys team," said Emmanuel Benoit, North America CEO at Valiantys.

Valiantys To Acquire Addteq, Inc.'s Consulting Business to Deepen Atlassian Services and Capabilities in North America

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

PARIS and BOSTON, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Valiantys, a leading global Atlassian consulting and services firm, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Atlassian services division of Addteq, Inc. ("Addteq"). This acquisition will be made possible by the investment and operational support of Keensight Capital, one of the leading private equity managers dedicated to international Growth Buyout1 investments, and Valiantys' majority shareholder since June 2022.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS and BOSTON, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Valiantys , a leading global Atlassian consulting and services firm, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Atlassian services division of Addteq, Inc. ("Addteq").
  • "This strategic acquisition will deepen Valiantys' services capabilities, strengthen its coverage of the financialservices andhealthcaresectors, andreinforceitscoverageoftheUSEast coastregion,"saidLucasDussurget, Global CEO at Valiantys.
  • As an Atlassian Platinum Partner, Addteq has an impressive track record in deployments and Managed Services of Atlassian solutions.
  • We are thrilled to welcome them to the Valiantys team," said Emmanuel Benoit, North America CEO at Valiantys.

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Monday, February 28, 2022

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Key Points: 
  • Xplr Me completely eradicated this pain point by bringing educational providers and professionals together on to one platform from across the globe.
  • Xplr Me removes all that so adults can explore and get excited about learning new things, or picking up old hobbies again!
  • Because Xplr Me is so flexible, there really is a whole world to explore and it all starts on Xplr Me!"
  • With courses from life coaches, guitar players, tour guides, and counselors, Xplr Me is not an average enrichment site.