Companies
Genesco unveils Wrangler footwear collection
The US-based footwear retailer has launched its first Wrangler footwear collection under a multi-year licensing agreement with Kontoor Brands, owner of the denim and lifestyle brand
Capri Holdings appoints Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer
The parent company of Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo has appointed Catherine So as Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer. She joins Capri Holdings from Tiffany & Co
FAIST Voices: meet AMF Safety Shoes
As part of the FAIST project, Portuguese technical and safety footwear manufacturer AFM Safety Shoes has committed to developing automation-focused solutions that prioritise efficiency and sustainability
JD Sports strengthens leadership team
The UK-based sportswear retailer has appointed John Mersho as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the JD fascia in North America and Mike Grimes as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of the group
Golden Goose posts double-digit growth in the first half
The Italy-based group recorded a 15% year-on-year increase in revenue during the first half of 2026, driven by double-digit growth across all regions and strong DTC performance
Kering promotes Sophie Maddaloni to General Secretary
The luxury group has appointed Sophie Maddaloni as General Secretary of the Group, placing her on the Executive Committee and giving her oversight of the legal, control, audit and security functions
Shoe Station Group cuts full-year outlook amid promotional pressure
The US-based footwear retailer has lowered its 2026 outlook as increased promotional activity and inventory liquidation impacted sales and profitability during the second quarter
Dr. Martens appoints former Burberry executive as Global Customer Director
The UK-based footwear company has appointed Katie Morton as its new Global Customer Director. Through this, Dr. Martens aims to strengthen its consumer-centric approach on a global scale
Designer Brands raises full-year 2026 outlook
The US-based company has raised its outlook for the full year of 2026, having reported improved profitability in the second quarter and strong growth in its Brand Portfolio segment, despite a slight overall sales decline
FAIST Voices: meet Abílio P. Carneiro & Filhos S.A
With nearly a century of manufacturing expertise, Abílio P. Carneiro & Filhos S.A is using the FAIST project to further integrate robotics into the traditional footwear assembly process, thereby improving quality and competitiveness
Inditex posts first-half sales growth
The parent company of brands such as Zara and Pull&Bear, reported a 7.6% increase in sales during the first half of the year, driven by solid demand from customers for its spring/summer collections
Caleres posts second-quarter sales growth as Brand Portfolio gains momentum
The US-based company reported higher sales and earnings in the second quarter of 2026, driven by growth in its brand portfolio. Famous Footwear continued to have a negative impact on performance
Azzas 2154 plans split into Arezzo&Co and SOMA
The Brazilian fashion group Arezzo & Co has announced plans to reorganise its businesses into two independent listed companies, Arezzo & Co and Soma. The former is set to concentrate the group’s Shoes & Bags operations
Dr. Martens strengthens global product team
The UK-based footwear company has appointed Isadora Versiani as Global Product Design Director and Nadia Svensson as Global Merchandising and Product Director
Nearly 190,000 German businesses closed in 2025
Nearly 190,000 businesses ceased operations in 2025, up by around 10% from the previous year and marking a significant increase for the second consecutive year, according to ZEW and Creditreform-
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