Hi

I am an Australian distributor looking for new opportunites in
importing mens streetwear into the Australian market. Specifically, I
am looking for a "New York" style of urban streetwear (preferably from
the U.S) which is not well established in Australia.

These are labels that are now starting to make a name for themselves. 

Well known examples I like include Zoo York, 555 Soul, Tsubi, Stussey
(when it first started) and Carhartt but these are now "discovered"
per se. I do not want hip hop labels such as Sean John or Fubu or
skatewear or rave music labels.
These labels I seek are typically exemplified in your Urban Outfitters
Stores(U.S) and General Pants Stores (Australia) catering 18-35 male
demographic. Could you please provide label names, websites, pictures,
editorial and contacts.
Regards
Andrew

Well stateside there are alot of companies that may sell well on your
side of the world.... the most popular in my particular area is
American Eagle Outfitters, which is sort of an Abercrobie and fitch
style clothing without the so hefty price tag, also increasingly
growing in popularity is the store Aeropostale which is sort of a
blend between an Old Navy and an American Outfitters.... The new look
in america for those do not wish to be labeled "skater punks" or
"rappers" has been the used clothing look. Outside seeking those looks
which i beleive have alllready hit your shores i don't know what sort
of answer you are looking for and perhaps may have asked a question
which is too specific or unanswerable.

also zoo york is known i beleive as a "skater" brand so, you actually
may be looking at clothing for people who think they are skaters or
BMX riders and a good source would be the companies CCS or Dan's
Competition

Hi Akira

The labels you mentioned are a great start. I guess skatewear (more
than bmx or rapwear) could be identified if its accepted by an adult
market like stussey, zoo york, etc. Grafitti inspired is good to. Used
clothing look sounds great so yes, those labels would appeal
especially in vintage denim, tees and caps. I have been to New York
and know that heaps of these boutiques exist, just need to know how to
find them and view them.
Anything else I can clarify please let me know. If its too hard please
let me know and I'll try repost a different question.
Cheers
Andrew

Ok now that i have read what you are looking for i know what i need to
find for you, so give me a couple of days to do research, and i should
have some good information for you, because there is no need to repost
the question as the first one is fine, just was unclear.

Have you thought about selling lesser known Australian designers?
There were some great things shown during Melbourne Fashion Week. Have
a look at the parades at www.vogue.com.au.

Thanks for your link. Will definitely look at this for some
inspiration. Australian fashion I believe is heading in a fantastic
direction ie: Vicious Threads, White Label etc, however our company
only deals with imports presently. One day hopefully, we'll go down
the export track.

I know this is pretty late but... try www.fourforty.co.nz, its a
newish NZ label all manufactured in NZ that is moving very heavily
towards the genre of streetwear that you are after, I actually design
for them thats how i know, the summer range online now is probably not
what your after, but the preview to next winter (we are taking orders
now) is more up your alley, also we are currently designing our tees
for next summer and it is looking very NEW YORK and streetwearish, i
can send you some preview designs if you wanna get a better picture of
what im talking about, anyway look on the site and my contact details
are there under 'contacts'.
Peace

Mark