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US: price sensitivity dampens holidays shoe shopping outlook

Oct 10, 2025 / United States
Although Deloitte is forecasting an increase in holiday retail sales of between 2.9% and 3.4% this year, the rise in shoe prices is expected to slow footwear spending

Genesco establishes global retail organisation to strengthen consumer focus

Oct 9, 2025 / United States
The Nashville-based footwear group has brought together Journeys, Schuh and Little Burgundy in order to strengthen its market positioning and maximise opportunities, with a focus on consumers

French shoe brand Minelli placed into receivership

Oct 9, 2025 / France
Minelli, the French shoe brand that went into receivership in 2023 before being bought the following year, has recently entered a new protection procedure, according to media reports

Puma appoints new VP of People and Organization

Oct 9, 2025 / Germany
The Germany-based sportswear company has appointed Thomas John as its new Vice President of People and Organisation, with effect from the 16th of October

AAFA urges tougher action on online counterfeit networks

Oct 8, 2025 / United States
Meta, Shopee and Alibaba platforms were named by the AAFA in a call for greater accountability, as counterfeiters exploit digital tools to flood markets with fake products and deceive consumers

Fashion for Good launches new project to advance footwear circularity

Oct 8, 2025 / Netherlands
The Amsterdam-based innovation platform has launched “The Next Stride: Bio-Based Materials for Footwear Soles”, a collaborative project aimed at replacing fossil-derived materials in shoe soles

Shein to open first store in France amid public backlash

Oct 7, 2025 / France
The online fast-fashion retailer is set to open its first physical store at the BHV Marais department store in Paris in November, with further openings planned in other cities. However, this decision has prompted a public backlash

Portuguese footwear in the spotlight at the New York Fashion Yeek

Oct 7, 2025 / Portugal
For the latest New York Fashion Week, the Portuguese Footwear Association (APICCAPS) has fostered collaborations between four Portuguese brands and the designers Theophilio, Campillo, Kallmeyer and Libertine

EU–Indonesia FTA set to create a level playing field in footwear trade

Oct 7, 2025 / European Union
Following almost a decade of negotiations, the recently signed agreement will reduce tariffs on most goods, thereby enhancing the EU’s competitiveness and establishing fairer conditions on the footwear market. We spoke to Carmen Arias, Secretary General of the European Footwear Confederation (CEC)

Terry Boyle from Trove: regulation is shifting in favour of recommerce

In the second part of his interview, Terry Boyle, CEO at Trove, discussed how regulatory changes in the United States and the European Union are influencing the recommerce business, particularly for fashion and footwear brands

AIMPLAS prepares third edition of international plastics recycling seminar

Oct 6, 2025 / Spain
PLASREC’s third edition, to occur in December, will combine expert presentations with practical workshops, offering insights into legislation and innovation in the plastics recycling industry

Asos reports profitability gains in full year 2025 amid strategic turnaround

Oct 6, 2025 / United Kingdom
In its latest trading update, the UK-based online fashion retailer announced lower than expected revenue against a soft consumer backdrop, but said it had improved profitability

Simac Tanning Tech and Linneapelle attract over 9,000 visitors

Oct 3, 2025 / Italy
With exhibitors from nearly 20 countries, the Italian fairs provided a platform for industry dialogue and showcased Italian resilience in a sector facing export declines and shifting global dynamics

DSW unveils new look to strengthen market position

Oct 3, 2025 / United States
To refresh its image and re-engage customers, the footwear retailer owned by Designer Brands has launched a new brand platform called ‘Let Us Surprise You’ and is refining its product mix

Kerry Jackson appointed Chief Financial Officer of Shoe Carnival

Oct 2, 2025 / United States
Shoe Carnival has announced that Kerry Jackson will resume the position of CFO, a role he has held for almost 30 years. This comes at a time when the company is looking to expand its Shoe Station banner
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