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Theo Henkelman Footwear buys Bullboxer trademark rights for Europe
US regulator moves to block Tapestry’s acquisition of Capri
Crocs names a new head for Heydude
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How Fibbl aims to reduce returns, increase conversion rates with 3D models, AR technology
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C-Suite interview: Palmroth plans to double its sales in three years
Palmroth is a family-owned footwear company based in Tampere, Finland, whose history dates back to 1928. Largely centered on winter shoes, the brand aims to double its sales volumes within the next three years.
C-Suite interview: Sioux sees light at the end of the tunnel in the German footwear market
Despite overtaking Japan to become the world’s third largest economy, Germany is a matter of concern for many observers due to its weak economy and depressed consumer confidence. In a comprehensive interview with Shoe Intelligence, Lewin Berner, the CEO of the German footwear company Sioux outlines his view about the ...
C-Suite interview: Rohde enters the U.S. market and expands its European online business
Rohde is continuing its recovery by entering the U.S. market and expanding to most of Europe its business-to-consumer (B2C) online platform, which is currently limited to Germany.
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How the GORE-TEX brand wants to extend the life of its products
Our interview explores Gore’s commitment to extending product life, consumer education campaigns, and the newly launched GORE-TEX Gear Tour.
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How an iconic Italian footwear brand went from rags to riches
In just a few years, Valleverde’s turnover has increased more than twenty-fold, surging from €1.5 million in 2015 to €32 million in 2023. Last year, the top line was up by 28 percent compared with 2022.
How Fibbl aims to reduce returns, increase conversion rates with 3D models, AR technology
The Stockholm-based startup Fibbl states that its photorealistic 3D models and augmented reality technology for e-commerce can help footwear brands using its services tackle problems with high returns while also increasing conversion rates.
How returns can be an opportunity to boost sales
Returns represent a significant cost for online retailers and a scourge for the environment. In the US alone, e-commerce customers returned 17 percent of goods for a total value of $816 billion (€754bn) in 2022, according to the National Retail Federation. The figure is even higher in the EU, where ...
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A circular solution for the footwear industry
Discover the world’s first biodegradable and industrially compostable comfort and performance foam technology for footwear
French footwear sales rise further in March
In March, French footwear retail sales rose by a seasonally and working-day adjusted 2.5 percent month-on-month, according to the Bank of France. In February, sales of footwear increased by 1.6 percent. The reading was revised up from a preliminary 0.9 percent.
Footwear stocks treaded water in a quarter marked by shareholder activism
The prices of stocks monitored by Shoe Intelligence grew by 1.3 percent on average in the first quarter of 2024, compared with the previous three months, in very volatile trade. The quarter was marked by shareholder activism.
Heydude is the hottest casual footwear brand in the US - Brand Heat Index
Heydude is the hottest casual footwear brand, both among men and women in the US, while Allbirds fell out of the top 10 both for men and women, according to the 2024 U.S. Footwear and Apparel Brand Heat Index released by L.E.K. Consulting.
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A showcase for the best of this Italian champion industry
The leather industry in Italy generates an annual turnover of more than €30 bn. One event in Milan is perfectly placed to showcase this champion.
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Majo-Schuhe takes over three MyShoes stores
The family-run company Majo-Schuhe has acquired three stores from the footwear retailer MyShoes, a spokesman for the latter’s parent company Deichmann said, according to media reports.
Theo Henkelman Footwear buys Bullboxer trademark rights for Europe
The Dutch footwear group Theo Henkelman Footwear has acquired the trademark rights to Bullboxer in Europe.
Prada Group’s sales driven higher by Miu Miu
In the first quarter of 2024, Prada Group’s revenues rose by 11 percent to €1,187 million, driven by the Miu Miu brand and beating market expectations by nearly €50 million. At constant exchange rates, the top line was up by 16 percent.
Primark’s sales, earnings rise
A strong rise in half-year profits at Primark helped Associated British Foods (ABF), the parent company of the fast-fashion retailer, lift its annual earnings guidance.
US regulator moves to block Tapestry’s acquisition of Capri
On April 22, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) decided to sue to block Tapestry’s $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings. However, the companies plan to defend their case in court and to complete the transaction by the end of 2024.
Golden Goose’s revenues rise 11% in Q1
Golden Goose said that in the first quarter of 2024 revenues rose by 11 percent year-over-year on a reported basis and by 12 percent at constant exchange rates, while “maintaining strong margins.”