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US: price sensitivity dampens holidays shoe shopping outlook
Although Deloitte is forecasting an increase in holiday retail sales of between 2.9% and 3.4% this year, the rise in shoe prices is expected to slow footwear spending
Uniqlo parent company posts robust full year 2025
The Japan-based fashion retailer Fast Retailing ended the 2025 financial year in a strong position, reporting a 9.6% year-on-year increase in revenue and a 13.6% year-on-year increase in business profit
Puma appoints new VP of People and Organization
The Germany-based sportswear company has appointed Thomas John as its new Vice President of People and Organisation, with effect from the 16th of October
French shoe brand Minelli placed into receivership
Minelli, the French shoe brand that went into receivership in 2023 before being bought the following year, has recently entered a new protection procedure, according to media reports
Genesco establishes global retail organisation to strengthen consumer focus
The Nashville-based footwear group has brought together Journeys, Schuh and Little Burgundy in order to strengthen its market positioning and maximise opportunities, with a focus on consumers
Fashion for Good launches new project to advance footwear circularity
The Amsterdam-based innovation platform has launched “The Next Stride: Bio-Based Materials for Footwear Soles”, a collaborative project aimed at replacing fossil-derived materials in shoe soles
AAFA urges tougher action on online counterfeit networks
Meta, Shopee and Alibaba platforms were named by the AAFA in a call for greater accountability, as counterfeiters exploit digital tools to flood markets with fake products and deceive consumers
EU–Indonesia FTA set to create a level playing field in footwear trade
Following almost a decade of negotiations, the recently signed agreement will reduce tariffs on most goods, thereby enhancing the EU’s competitiveness and establishing fairer conditions on the footwear market. We spoke to Carmen Arias, Secretary General of the European Footwear Confederation (CEC)
Portuguese footwear in the spotlight at the New York Fashion Yeek
For the latest New York Fashion Week, the Portuguese Footwear Association (APICCAPS) has fostered collaborations between four Portuguese brands and the designers Theophilio, Campillo, Kallmeyer and Libertine
Shein to open first store in France amid public backlash
The online fast-fashion retailer is set to open its first physical store at the BHV Marais department store in Paris in November, with further openings planned in other cities. However, this decision has prompted a public backlash
Asos reports profitability gains in full year 2025 amid strategic turnaround
In its latest trading update, the UK-based online fashion retailer announced lower than expected revenue against a soft consumer backdrop, but said it had improved profitability
AIMPLAS prepares third edition of international plastics recycling seminar
PLASREC’s third edition, to occur in December, will combine expert presentations with practical workshops, offering insights into legislation and innovation in the plastics recycling industry
Terry Boyle from Trove: regulation is shifting in favour of recommerce
In the second part of his interview, Terry Boyle, CEO at Trove, discussed how regulatory changes in the United States and the European Union are influencing the recommerce business, particularly for fashion and footwear brands
DSW unveils new look to strengthen market position
To refresh its image and re-engage customers, the footwear retailer owned by Designer Brands has launched a new brand platform called ‘Let Us Surprise You’ and is refining its product mix
Simac Tanning Tech and Linneapelle attract over 9,000 visitors
With exhibitors from nearly 20 countries, the Italian fairs provided a platform for industry dialogue and showcased Italian resilience in a sector facing export declines and shifting global dynamics
Nike sees modest revenue growth but profits drop
The sportswear company has reported a modest year-on-year revenue growth of 1% in the first quarter, but a 31% year-on-year drop in profits, as it navigates lower margins and ongoing challenges in key markets
Kerry Jackson appointed Chief Financial Officer of Shoe Carnival
Shoe Carnival has announced that Kerry Jackson will resume the position of CFO, a role he has held for almost 30 years. This comes at a time when the company is looking to expand its Shoe Station banner
Armani’s will instructs heirs to sell or take brand public
In his will, the late designer Giorgio Armani instructed his heirs to gradually sell the fashion house he founded 50 years ago or seek a market listing. Priority is to be given to LVMH, EssilorLuxottica or L’Oréal
Brazil introduces mandatory footwear labelling to combat counterfeiting
The new regulation requires footwear manufacturers and importers to provide detailed product information. This is intended to protect consumers and strengthen the legitimate market
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