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* Into which age range do you fall?
 
Under 18
 
18-21
 
22-25
 
26-29
 
30-34
 
35-39
 
40-44
 
45-49
 
50-54
 
55+
 
 
 
* Into what range does your household income fall?
 
Under $30,000
 
$30,000 - $50,000
 
$50,001 - $75,000
 
$75,001 - $100,000
 
$100,001 - $150,000
 
$150,001 - $200,000
 
Over $200,000
 
 
 
* Are you currently a full time student?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
Please name the top five clothing brands that best represent your sense of style:

1.)    
 
 
 
2.)    
 
 
 
3.)    
 
 
 
4.)    
 
 
 
5.)    
 
 
 
* Please select all of the following clothing brands of which you are aware.
 
7 for all Mankind
 
G-Star
 
Howe
 
Guess
 
L.A.M.B
 
Sinful
 
Hudson Jeans
 
Ed Hardy
 
Warrior
 
Silver Star
 
Xtreme Couture
 
Christian Audigier
 
Juicy Couture
 
Mek
 
Diesel
 
Lucky
 
Throwdown
 
Monarchy
 
Bejeweled
 
Affliction
 
TapouT
 
Salvage
 
William Rast
 
Rock and Republic
 
True Religion
 
Free People
 
None of the above

 
 
 
* What is your gender?
 
Male
 
Female
 
 
What is your opinion about each of the following brands?
 
 
 
* How familiar are you with the Affliction Clothing brand?
 
Very familiar
 
Somewhat familiar
 
Not very familiar
 
 
 
* How would you describe the current direction of the Affliction clothing brand?
 
It is a brand on the rise
 
It is holding steady
 
It is a brand in decline
 
 
 
* Please select the one answer choice that best describes how you first became aware of Affliction clothing or accessories?
 
Through their sponsorship of music events (event advertising, worn by performers at event, event merchandise, etc.)
 
Word of mouth from friend or family member
 
Noticed it being worn by general public (on the street, in bars/clubs, etc.)
 
Online search engine
 
Through their promotion of Mixed Martial Arts events (event advertising, worn by fighters at event, event merchandise, etc.)
 
Magazine advertisement
 
Saw celebrities wearing it (on TV, in magazines, online, in person, etc.)
 
Noticed in a retail store
 
Other
 
 
 
 
* When did you first become aware of Affliction clothing or accessories?
 
Within the last 6 months
 
7-12 months ago
 
1-2 years ago
 
2-3 years ago
 
3-4 years ago
 
More than 4 years ago
 
 
 
* Please select the lines of Affliction clothing or accessories of which you are aware. (Select all that apply)
 
Sinful by Affliction
 
Affliction Women’s
 
Affliction Black Premium – Women’s
 
Affliction Men’s
 
Affliction Black Premium – Men’s
 
Throwdown by Affliction
 
None of the above

 
 
 
From this point forward any mention of ‘Affliction clothing or accessories’ refers to all Affliction brands.
 
 
 
* Have you ever purchased any Affliction clothing or accessories?
 
Yes, clothing only (shirts, jeans, etc.)
 
Yes, accessories only (jewelry, boots, hats, etc.)
 
Yes, both clothing and accessories
 
No, neither clothing nor accessories
 
 
 
* Which lines of Affliction clothing or accessories have you purchased for yourself or another person? (Select all that apply)
 
Sinful by Affliction
 
Affliction Black Premium – Women’s
 
Affliction Black Premium – Men’s
 
Throwdown by Affliction
 
Affliction Men’s
 
Affliction Women’s
 
Don’t know what lines I have purchased

 
 
 
* For whom have you purchased Affliction clothing or accessories? (Select all that apply)
 
Yourself
 
Spouse/Girlfriend/Boyfriend
 
Child
 
Other
 

 
 
 
* What is the primary reason you purchase Affliction clothing or accessories for yourself?
 
It reflects my attitude
 
It is associated with activities I enjoy
 
The look of the clothing or accessories
 
The quality of materials
 
It is trendy and recognizable
 
Other
 
 
 
 
* When you have purchased Affliction clothing or accessories for your spouse/boyfriend/girlfriend was it because…?
 
We were both equally involved in the decision to purchase Affliction clothing or accessories
 
He/she wanted to wear Affliction so I bought it for him/her
 
I wanted them to wear Affliction and was the driving force for the purchase
 
 
 
* What types of Affliction clothing or accessories have you purchased? (Please select all that apply)
 
Women’s Tops (other than tees)
 
“2fers” (thermal/tee combo)
 
Short-sleeve tees
 
Shorts
 
Polos
 
Button Downs
 
Board shorts
 
Women’s Sweats
 
Fabric jackets
 
Jewelry
 
Belts
 
Jeans
 
Long-sleeve tees
 
Boots
 
Leather jackets
 
Hats
 
“Hoods” (hoodies)
 
Thermals
 
Other
 

 
 
 
* How likely are you to purchase Affliction clothing or accessories in the future?
Very unlikely
1

2

3

4
Very likely
5
 
 
How much do you currently associate Affliction with the following activities or cultures?
Not at all
1

2

3

4
Very much
5
Don't know
* Extreme winter sports (X Games-type skiing/snowboarding/snowmobiling)
* Motorcycle racing
* Tattoo and piercing
* Boxing
* Skateboarding
* Mixed Martial Arts
* Surfing
* Recreational skiing or snowboarding
* Hip-Hop
* Metal and hard-core rock
Not at all
1

2

3

4
Very much
5
Don't know
* Nightlife (clubs, bars)
* Punk rock
* Drag racing
* Football
* Professional wrestling
* Fashion forward style
 
 
How interested are you in the following activities or cultures as a fan or participant?
Not at all
1

2

3

4
Very much
5
* Fashion forward style
* Surfing
* Tattoo and piercing
* Nightlife (clubs, bars)
* Motorcycle racing
* Professional wrestling
* Punk rock
* Drag racing
* Extreme winter sports (X Games-type skiing/snowboarding/snowmobiling)
* Skateboarding
Not at all
1

2

3

4
Very much
5
* Football
* Metal and hard-core rock
* Recreational skiing or snowboarding
* Hip-Hop
* Boxing
* Mixed Martial Arts
 
 
 
* Which of the following words or phrases do you believe describe Affliction clothing or accessories and the brand attitude? (Please select all that apply)
 
Sexy
 
Hard Core
 
Cool
 
Loud
 
Upscale
 
Ugly
 
Sophisticated
 
Edgy
 
Overpriced
 
Trendy
 
Low Class
 
Feminine
 
Modern
 
High Quality
 
Unique
 
Tries too hard
 
Beautiful
 
Fashionable
 
Masculine
 
Status symbol
 
Artistic
 
Violent
 
None of the above

 
 
 
* If Affliction were to bring their sense of style into new product areas or expand in existing areas, which of the following categories do you think would work well? (Select all that apply)
 
Swimwear
 
Shorts
 
Motorcycle gear
 
Key chains
 
Fabric Jackets
 
Boots
 
Jewelry
 
Sneakers
 
Wall art
 
Art books
 
Belts
 
Athletic equipment (gloves, protective gear, punching bags, etc.)
 
Bags/backpacks
 
Leather Jackets
 
Musical instruments (guitars, drums, etc.)
 
Sunglasses
 
Snowboards/Surfboards
 
Jeans
 
Watches
 
Underwear/Intimates
 
Athletic apparel (clothing to work out or compete in)
 
Wallets
 
Grooming/fragrances
 
No other categories would work
 
Other
 

 
 
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about Affliction.

Strongly
disagree
1


Disagree
2
Neither agree nor disagree
3


Agree
4

Strongly
agree
5
Affliction is a fashion brand
* I primarily associate Affliction with Mixed Martial Arts
* Affliction clothing is more artistic than other brands
Affliction’s style is appropriate for both men and women
* Affliction is a rebellious, defiant brand
Affliction’s attitude matches my own
* I am proud to wear Affliction
* Affliction is a sexy brand
 
 
 
What celebrities (athletes, actors/actresses, musicians, etc.) do you think best represent Affliction? Please name the one male and one female celebrity who you think most represent Affliction's image and sense of style.

Male:    
 
 
 
Female:    
 
 
 
* Please rank (1-4; 1 being your favorite and 4 being your least favorite) each of the following logos:
A4
A1
A2
A3
 
 
 
Please explain in some detail why you feel the way you do about these four logos. (Please reference the code located at the bottom right corner of each logo when referring to the logos)
   
 
 
 
* How well do you think the phrase "Live Fast" fits with the overall Affliction brand attitude?
Not at all
1

2

3

4
Perfectly
5
 
 
 
What other apparel brands are similar to Affliction and compete with Affliction for your apparel purchases?
   
 
 
 
* How do you learn about the latest styles and popular trends? (Select all that apply)
 
Television advertising
 
Movies
 
Word of mouth from friend or family member
 
Retail stores
 
Celebrity appearances
 
Internet
 
Television personalities/characters
 
Style magazines (GQ, Vogue)
 
Billboards
 
General public (on the street, in clubs/bars)
 
Special interest magazines (Inked, MMA Sports)
 
Television style programming (Style Network)
 
Other
 

 
 
 
* How would you describe the trend in women’s fashion over the past few years?
 
Getting a lot more edgy
 
Getting a bit more edgy
 
No real change
 
Getting a bit more conservative
 
Getting a lot more conservative
 
 
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the Affliction family of brands?

Strongly
disagree
1


Disagree
2
Neither agree nor disagree
3


Agree
4

Strongly
agree
5
* I’m interested in how Affliction transfers its attitude and look to women’s apparel and accessories
* The men in my life wear Affliction
* I’m well aware of Affliction lines geared toward women
* Affliction is a fashion brand that will last
* The Affliction style is appropriate for women
 
 
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about yourself?

Strongly
disagree
1


Disagree
2
Neither agree nor disagree
3


Agree
4

Strongly
agree
5
My clothing purchases are influenced by brand names
* I like to wear something that helps me stand out from the crowd.
I’d spend my money on clothes before I’d spend it on most other things.
My apparel selections are influenced by clothing worn by celebrities I admire
* Clothes are one of the most important ways I have of expressing my individuality.
* I am confident that I have good taste in clothing.
* I plan my clothing purchases carefully.
I think celebrity endorsements are important for clothing companies
* My friends regard me as a good source of advice on fashion.
 
 
 
* What is your marital status?
 
Single
 
Married/Partnered/Live with significant other
 
Prefer not to answer
 
 
 
* Into which ethnic group do you classify yourself?
 
Caucasian or white
 
African-American or black
 
Hispanic or Latino
 
Asian
 
Prefer not to answer
 
Other
 
 
 
 
* What is the highest level of education you have completed?
 
Some high school or less
 
Graduated from high school
 
Some college
 
Graduated from college
 
Some graduate school
 
Completed graduate school or higher
 
Prefer not to answer
 
 
 
* Please choose the category that best describes your occupation.
 
Architect/Engineer
 
Arts/Entertainment/Sports
 
Community/Social Services
 
Computer/Mathematical
 
Construction/Maintenance
 
Education/Training/Library
 
Food Preparation/Serving
 
Health Practitioner/Technician
 
Healthcare Support
 
Legal
 
Life/Physical/Social Sciences
 
Management/Business/Finance/Sales
 
Office/Administrative Support
 
Personal Care/Service
 
Production
 
Protective Service/Military
 
Student
 
Transportation/Moving
 
Unemployed
 
Prefer not to answer
 
Other
 
 
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