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Senegal's leather output down by 1.4%

Jun 25, 2018 / Senegal
Local authorities confirmed Senegal’s leather industry is on a downturn moment. The country’s Commerce Ministry confirmed production has declined by 1.4% in the first quarter of the year

High heel sales fall as women shift to comfort

Jun 22, 2018 / United States
Women are shifting their demand to more comfortable sneakers, as last year’s 37% increase in US women’s leisure sneaker sales suggests. Meanwhile, high heel sales are going down

Allbirds leading the way in sustainable footwear

Jun 22, 2018 / United States
The San Francisco-based company realises its sneakers through sustainable sourcing, recycled materials and, now, also plants. Since 2016, it has sold 1 million pairs

Deckers appoints new CFO

Jun 21, 2018 / United States
The US-based company focusing on designing, marketing and distributing footwear, apparel and accessories, announced the appointment of Steve Fasching to the position of Chief Financial Officer effective from the 16th of July onwards

Manolo Blahnik new focus on men’s shoes

Jun 21, 2018 / Spain
The Spanish fashion designer and founder of the eponymous high-end shoe brand launched his first men’s shoe collection in the 1970s. He is opening his first men’s boutique in London’s Burlington Arcade and aims to make men’s shoes 20% of the business
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