SOUTH HALL OF FAME; VISITORS TO MAGIC'S YOUTH-ORIENTED SECTIONS WILL FIND BOTH NEW AND ESTABLISHED LABELS OFFERING TREND-RIGHT PRODUCT AT A VARIETY OF PRICE POINTS. HERE ARE FIVE PROMISING PLAYERS SETTING UP SHOP IN THE SOUTH HALL.

Daily News Record, January, 2005 by Bailey, Lee; Puy, Geraldine Du

Byline: Lee Bailey, Geraldine Du Puy

XLARGE

Southern California's skate-inspired XLarge has typically flown below the radar, despite its celebrity roots (Beastie Boy Mike D is a founder). That is set to change somewhat when XLarge returns to MAGIC after several seasons' absence. The line will pitch a tent in the second incarnation of MAGIC's High 5 Campground area, devoted to showcasing contemporary streetwear. Designer Ron Balatbat says the brand will show an expanded apparel selection as well as the core items that longtime fans of the brand have come to expect. Bottoms and jackets are clean but ruggedly constructed. Most are composed of broken twill and cotton ottoman fabrics, with herringbone weave playing a prominent role. XLarge will also show a...

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