Footwear
Another quarterly decline in net sales for Designer Brands
The US-based footwear retailer has reported a 2.6% year-over-year decline in third quarter net sales, as unseasonably warm weather and continued macroeconomic uncertainty weighed on consumer spending
Merrell appoints Noreen Naroo-Pucci as Chief Product Officer
The brand has appointed Noreen Naroo-Pucci as Chief Product Officer, as part of its strategy to meet the growing demand for footwear that transitions from outdoor adventure to everyday life
SHOE 5.0: empowering the footwear workforce with AI and AR on the way to the 5.0 industry
The Shoe 5.0 consortium has identified five key profiles for the footwear industry 5.0 and is working on innovative essential units that use AI and AR to bring them to life. CTCP is a partner in this project
New CEO appointed to head up AstorMueller
Andreas Wortmann has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Swiss shoe manufacturer AstorMueller, the licensee of Bugatti shoes worldwide
Katrin Ley from Fashion for Good: shifting the fashion industry towards circularity by championing innovations
We spoke to Katrin Ley, Managing Director at Fashion for Good, a global platform for innovation. Among other topics, we talked about how Fashion for Good is driving circularity in the fashion and footwear industries through a collaborative approach
Wolverine Worldwide's Work Group appoints new Chief Product Officer
Mike Maloney, with two decades in the footwear industry, will lead product innovation, merchandising and marketing strategy for the Work Group's diverse brand portfolio, including Wolverine Worldwide
Skechers' BOBS initiative reaches major charitable milestone
The US-based company surpassed 12 million US dollars in donations through the sales of BOBS products, which has helped over 2.2 million shelter pets across the US, Canada, the UK and Japan
Mauro Bergozza takes the helm of Assomac at a challenging time for the industry
Mauro Bergozza, CEO of Bergi, has been chosen to succeed Maria Vitoria Brustia at the helm of Assomac at a time when exports of footwear and leather machinery are in decline
Foot Locker stumbles in the third quarter
The US-based sports retailer has stumbled again in the third quarter of its fiscal year, as total sales fell after the peak of the back-to-school season amid a heightened promotional environment
Portuguese footwear returns to school to showcase the industry of the future
Last school year, several initiatives were carried out in 78 schools, involving 1,900 young students, to demystify stereotypes and showcase the industry of the future This number will be increased this year
Stuart Weitzman and Swarovski unite for new holiday collection
Stuart Weitzman partnered with Swarovski Creators Lab to release crystal-adorned Stuart Power Shine pumps, a limited-edition collection combining craftsmanship and luxury fashion
JD Sports completes acquisition of Courir
The UK-based sportswear retailer has completed the acquisition of France's Groupe Courir, thus strengthening its position in the European market. The deal was first announced in May 2023
US footwear prices rise amid economic uncertainty
Tariffs and inflation continue to shape US footwear pricing, as October data revealed mixed trends, with increased men's and children's footwear prices, while prices for women's shoes declined
Dr. Martens reports half year results for fiscal 2025
In its transition year, the British brand reported decreased revenue for the first six months of fiscal 2025. In contrast, the company improved its balance sheet, progressing towards key objectives
Brazilian footwear industry eyes recovery despite growing trade pressures
The Brazilian footwear industry is expected to surpass pre-pandemic production levels in 2025. However, rising low-cost competition from imports poses challenges to local manufacturers-
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