United States
Allbirds strengthens partnership with the Chinese Belle Fashion Group
The Californian-based sustainable footwear brand has announced that Belle Fashion Group has been appointed its exclusive distributor and licensee in mainland China, Macau and Taiwan
Authentic announces new Ted Baker licensing partners for the US and Canada
The New York-based brand management group has announced that it has found new licensing partners for Ted Baker in the US and Canada, thus securing the future of the fashion brand in the region
Bright second quarter for Steve Madden
The New York-based footwear, accessories and apparel designer has reported another strong performance amid a “choppy” operating environment, with second quarter revenue up by 18% year-over-year
Tapestry appoints Eva Erdmann as CEO & Brand President of Kate Spade
The New York-based company has appointed Eva Erdmann as CEO & Brand President of its Kate Spade brand, effective October. She will succeed Liz Fraser, who is leaving Tapestry in September
Crocs raises full year earnings outlook
The US-based casual footwear company has reported a solid second quarter, driven by a strong performance of the Crocs brand internationally, and raised its full year earnings outlook as a result
Columbia Sportswear posts soft second quarter
While focusing on strategies to reignite long-term profitable growth, the US-based company posted another quarterly decline in sales amid continued challenging conditions in its home market
New Chief Marketing Officer at Journeys
The US-based footwear company Genesco has appointed Stacy Doren as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of the Journeys group. She joins the company from Levi’s
US retailers try to get ahead of shipping disruptions
Despite the risk of being stuck with excess inventory, US retailers are accelerating overseas orders to get ahead of worsening shipping disruptions amid rising freight rates and growing geopolitical concerns
Deckers off to a strong start
The US-based company has reported a strong start to the current year, with first quarter net sales up by 22.1% year-over-year. Demand for Hoka and Ugg brands continues to drive growth
Skechers reports strong second quarter
The US-based company has reported a strong second quarter, with sales up by 7.2% year-on-year, despite macroeconomic headwinds. As a result, Skechers has raised its full year guidance
Diadora appoints new USA Chief Marketing Officer
The Italian-based sporting goods manufacturer has appointed Ryan Eckel, former brand president of running brand Tracksmith, as its next USA Chief Marketing Officer
Nike creates an immersive experience for the Olympic Games at Centre Pompidou
The US-based sportswear giant has teamed up with the Centre Pompidou, one of the historic landmarks of Paris, to celebrate the unending story of Nike Air innovation during the Olympic Games
Skechers files patent infringement lawsuit against L.L Bean
The US-based sneaker company claims that the American retailer has illegally used its patented “heel cup” design. Skechers is seeking a jury trial and financial compensation
US Retail: there’s still a great deal of uncertainty
There are still no solid signs of a recovery in the footwear retail sector. Despite mirroring last year’s trend, sales are consistently lower than in 2023, and footwear imports continue their downward trajectory. This may suggest that prices have not yet reached a level where consumers will bite. The truth is that the US economy has made great progress and inflation has eased considerably, but not enough to reassure consumers, who are still uncertain about what will happen next. And when that happens, discretionary items always pay the price
Shoes For Crews Emerges from Chapter 11
The Florida-based slip-resistant footwear brand has completed the sale of substantially all of its assets and emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection-
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