Achievements

In Latvia, we've already done what seemed impossible:

  • Created a hub where people connect over their love for streetwear

  • Built a real movement, not just a fashion label

  • Made streetwear culture a lifestyle—a place to spend time, meet like-minded people, and make fashion more than just shopping

2023: Independent Runway Show

  • Milestone Event: Hosted the brand’s first independent runway show, establishing Backdoor Market as the only brand to achieve such a large-scale event independently and in record time.

  • Recognition: Nominated for the prestigious Kilograms Kulturas 2023 award.

2023 Pop-Up: First Physical Store & Cultural Movement

  • Retail Presence: Launched a month-long physical store in collaboration with Kalve Coffee Shops, marking a key moment in Riga’s streetwear evolution.

  • Cultural Impact: The space became a central community hub, fostering connections and igniting a new wave of interest in streetwear and creative expression.

2024 Pop-Up: Extended Activation & Event Series

  • Expanded Presence: Extended to a three-month pop-up, continuing the collaboration with Kalve Coffee Shops.

  • Cultural & Community Engagement: Hosted a dynamic lineup of events, reinforcing Backdoor Market as a destination for creative, music, and streetwear communities.

Event Highlights & Community Impact:

  • 34 Music Events: Showcasing diverse musical talent and building audience engagement.

  • 3 Skateboard Competitions: Promoting extreme sports and youth involvement in street culture.

  • 2 Breakdancing Events: Highlighting urban and underground dance culture.

  • 1 Architect School Event: Merging architecture, design, and creative education.

  • 8 Skate School Days for Kids: Encouraging the next generation of skateboarders.

  • 3 Sunday Service Events: Featuring homemade breakfasts by Backdoor Market and Rolling Dynamite.

  • 2 Fast Food Days: Bringing together food culture and streetwear enthusiasts.

  • 1 End-of-Season Party: Attracting over 800 attendees, a record-breaking cultural moment in Riga.

Design & Media Recognition:

  • Latvian Design Award Nomination: Recognized for Best Public Space Design, highlighting the innovative and multifunctional nature of the pop-up.

  • Featured in DECO Magazine: Applauded for redefining public spaces for creative and retail use.

  • Podcasts & Media Coverage: Engaged audiences through collaborations with Ghetto Podcasts, Radio NABA, and Asketic Podcasts, expanding visibility beyond fashion into cultural discourse.

Zuzeum Pop-Up & Magazine Launch

  • Christmas Market Concept: Organized a week-long holiday pop-up, reimagining streetwear as a gallery-worthy art form.

  • Artistic Collaboration: Partnered with Zuzeum, demonstrating how a fashion brand's

  • Magazine Release: Unveiled a 365-page magazine, featuring high-quality visual storytelling from Backdoor Market’s 2024 season.

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