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The white sneakers phenomenon

Jan 7, 2020 / World
A few years ago, it would be difficult to imagine white sneakers as a simple, subtle and essential accessory. However, times have changed and now the fashion world is completely into the white sneaker phenomenon

Uzbekistan industry aims to grow exports

Jan 6, 2020 / Uzbekistan
The local government is pushing ahead a programme to liberalise a state and economy with a strong heritage from the post-Soviet era. The aim is to grow exports of the clothing and footwear industry

Genesco acquires footwear licensee Togast

Jan 6, 2020 / United States
The Nashville-based group has announced the acquisition of leading footwear licensee Togast. Genesco also confirmed it has entered into a new Levi's footwear license agreement

Portuguese footwear industry with new sustainability plan

Jan 3, 2020 / Portugal
Back in December the Portuguese Footwear, Components, Leather Goods Manufacturers' Association (APICCAPS) has presented a new Action Plan focused on Sustainability

Rubber and Plastic Footwear Manufacturers Association changes name

Jan 2, 2020 / United States
Rubber and Plastic Footwear Manufacturers Association (RPFMA) was renamed United States Footwear Manufacturers Association (USFMA). www.USFMA.org launched

Jordan Brand and Dior in collaboration

Jan 2, 2020 / United States
During the Fall 2020 Dior men's collection, Maison Dior and Dior men Artistic Director Kim Jones revealed the first silhouette for the forthcoming Jordan Brand x Dior collection: Air Jordan I High OG Dior

Javan Bunch leaves the Rockport Group

Dec 31, 2019 / United States
The Massachusetts-based footwear company confirmed that Javan Bunch is stepping down as President. He completed little more than a year in the job

Matteo Pasca: I don’t see a revolution in the industry

Premium ContentDec 26, 2019 / Italy
We spoke with Matteo Pasca, CEO at ARSUTORIA School and CEO at Edizioni AF, to discuss the pressing issues of the footwear industry. Watch the second part of the interview

Join the World Footwear experts’ panel

Dec 19, 2019 / Business Conditions Survey
The WorldFootwear.com is asking all experts within the footwear industry to share their views about the current business situation

Crocs: Beth J. Kaplan joins Board of Directors

Dec 17, 2019 / United States
The US-based footwear brand known for its clogs has appointed Beth J. Kaplan appointed to its Board of Directors effective from the 1st of January 2020

Caleres reports third quarter results

Dec 17, 2019 / United States
The US-based footwear company has announced consolidated sales of 792.4 million US dollars, up by 2.1% compared to similar period in 2018. Accumulated growth in the year reaches 5%

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Crocs donate to UNICEF

Dec 16, 2019 / United States
As part of her Brand Ambassador role with Crocs, Priyanka Chopra Jonas secured a partnership between the iconic shoe brand and UNICEF

Capri to acquire Italian shoe manufacturer

Dec 16, 2019 / United Kingdom
The London-based global fashion luxury group announced it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire Italian atelier and shoe manufacturer Alberto Gozzi S.r.L. from Tuscany

US-China trade deal reached

Dec 13, 2019 / United States
The US announced an agreement on a "phase one" trade deal with China on Friday, 13th of December

Caleres announces quarterly dividend

Dec 13, 2019 / United States
The St-Louis-based footwear group announced a quarterly dividend of 0.07 US dollars per share. Payment is due on the 9th January 2020
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