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Skechers victory in trademark dispute with Converse
The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) Invalidated Converse's Registered and Common Law Trademarks in the Chuck Taylor Midsole Design. A winning step for Skechers in a dispute with Converse
DSW announces donation to Bikers Against Child Abuse
The US-based footwear and accessories retailer announced the winner of this year's Shoe Lovers Care Leave Your Mark program
New CEO at Coach
The New York-based design house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle brands announced the appointment of Wendy Kahn as Chief Executive Officer and Brand President (Stuart Weitzman)
VF’s revenue in line with expectations
First quarter revenue totaled 2.8 billion US dollars, up by 2% on a currency neutral basis. International revenue up by 1% (up by 4% currency neutral)
International revenue drives Nike’s growth
The Oregon-based sportswear giant has announced the 2016 financial results. Strong global demand fueled revenue increases across nearly all geographies in fiscal 2016, while robust international revenue drove growth in the fourth quarter
Under Armour opens UA Lighthouse manufacturing and design center
State-of-the-art facility in the US will be dedicated to activities focused on product and process innovation
Dick's Sporting Goods buys Sports Authority name
The Pennsylvania-headquartered company triumphed at the auction for Sports Authority Holdings Inc.’s brand name and intellectual property rights with a bid of 15 million US dollars
Aquazzura with legal action against Steve Madden
The Italy-based company is seeking protection for its designs. A suit has been filled at a federal court in New York
700 000 US dollars’ worth of fake UGG products seized
UGG (a division of Deckers Brands) partnering with local and federal law enforcement agencies helped to identify over 3 660 pairs of fake UGG products
Reebok & Kendrick Lamar team up again
Reebok Classic and American rapper renovated their partnership, this time adding a personal touch to the brand’s Classic Leather silhouette
Aldo participates in the Race Across America
The Canada-based brand formed a team for the Race Across America (RAAM), a 3 000 miles bike race. Employees and executives of the company are taking part in the challenge
Michael Kors with senior management promotions
Philippa Newman was promoted to President of the Accessories and Footwear business. Michele Chan promoted to President of Women’s Ready-to-Wear
Under Armour updates 2016 outlook
The Baltimore-based company is revising its outlook for the year following recent developments related to the bankruptcy proceedings of The Sports Authority
Highlights from FFANY
The latest edition of the New York event, which took place between the 7th and the 9th of June, rolled out a number of new initiatives and services, while showing the trends and new lines for Spring 17
Dolly Parton shoes in auction
The American country singer autographed a pair of high heels that will be auctioned off on eBay and whose profits will benefit the charity Soles 4 Souls-
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