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With the economy in a state of flux, vacation spots retailers, hot and consumer goods manufacturers have been eagerly waiting to know the consumer trends for the summer. This year, due to the prolonged winter season, the summer was the last thing on people's minds. Although shorts, flip flops and bright colors can generally be seen on Broadway right after Easter this year, people are still wearing their winter coats.

Here is what Pierce Mattie's hot list this year:

1. Cher came out and airbrush self-tanner is in. Summer skin is cut with self-tanners showing a softer side bronze this year. Consumers who have spent more than $ 70.00 a session to keep the glow of one week last summer, will find themselves at their local pharmacy to obtain a tube of self-tanning DHA Hawaiian Tropic Jergens or under 10.00 USD.
2. Sober emphasizes replace vixen Versace, which precedes the bold and bounded past seasons. Consumers opt for the accessibility of life more subtle style of the interview over high look better. Adolescents are expected to discuss the great classics such as Sun-In, with parents, following the trend of do-it-yourself.
3. Costume jewelry will continue to be in fashion with semi precious stones are outside the price range of most consumers. " Look for jewelry made of acrylic and metal plated to see sales growth. Brands such as Ben-Amun by Isaac Manevitz and pieces like Kate Spade "Mariposa Flower Butterfly Bracelet will gain in popularity. This trend of jewelry should last throughout the holiday season of 2010.
4. Coupons and commercial value-added forefront in the minds of consumers, with sales reaching record peaks during the summer. It will be a red, white and blue sale after another. Consumers who are in favor of gifts with purchase cosmetics counter is lucky, the rumor that the goodie bags this winter balances, returns on the sales floor prior to June
5. With layoffs and cutbacks, it will not be surprised to see some leaders to take a summer off work on extended curriculum vitae pre beach. This translates into increased sales for the brands of sunscreen as the Coppertone, Banana Boat and La Roche-Posay.
6. Exercise is one of the best relievers of stress and now everyone must decompress. This summer, more people will hit the gym to burn off steam. Rather than being solo on the cardio machine, do not be surprised to see members of the health club in the direction of the classroom for a dose of group exercise. This summer people want to feel like they are part of a group and belong more now than ever before. A class of 60 minute spin at your neighborhood gym may be just the thing for your psyche back into the right equipment.
7. Stress buster best side reading a trashy romance novel is to make love. It marks the birth right as Trojan, Durex and Lifestyles see increased sales as making love to help ease mounting financial strain. And for the unemployed, what better way to spend more free time? Playful sexual lubricants and accessories from brands such as Booty Parlor, ID Lube and Astroglide will also increase sales.
8. Vodka goes with almost everything that Bloody Mary at brunch Cosmo at sunset. Spirit companies can expect to see increased purchases of low to mid-range brands like Svedka, Absolut and Smirnoff.
9. Many people reach for comfort food in times of stress and the recession will not be an exception. Expect to see an increase this summer suggestions Atkins side: bread, candy, chocolate and spaghetti. Memories cheap, familiar, and bringing with them the pleasant childhood, comfort foods to help consumers to feel safe in an uncertain world.
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