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Geox shuts down its New York office as part of a strategic review
The Italian-based footwear brand has confirmed the closure of its NYC office, signalling a shift in its US business strategy after a 13.7% fall in North American revenue in the first half of 2024
MOVV debuts with simplistic running shoes focusing on injury prevention
The newly launched Scandinavian brand MOVV leverages user-based data and partnerships with experts to address running injuries, offering a minimalist, functional approach to running footwear
New Generation: meet Daniela Fernandes
With an academic background in accounting, Daniela Fernandes has been working for 15 years at the family-owned Daniela Shoes, a practical women’s footwear brand. Let's find out more
Tod’s Group appoints John Galantic as its new Chief Executive Officer
The Italian-based luxury group has appointed John Galantic, former Chanel's senior executive, as its new Chief Executive Officer. This decision follows the privatisation agreement in June
H&M reports weak third quarter
The Sweden-based fashion group has reported a “slow” third quarter, as sales remained flat and costs hit profits, resulting in a drop in its full year operating profit margin outlook
Crocs launches clog made with 25% recycled content from old shoes
Crocs continues to invest in circularity. Most recently, the company launched its Keep It Going Classic clog, which is made from 25% recycled material from old shoes collected through its take-back programme
Gero Mure files for bankruptcy
The German shoe chain Gero Mure has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs, online competition and prolonged effects of the COVID-19 pandemic take their toll on the footwear sector
Burberry struggles amid downgrade from FTSE 100
The UK-based luxury group lost its spot in the FTSE 100, leading to its lowest market value in 15 years. Analysts express concerns over the brand's status amid declining sales and leadership changes
UITIC unveils theme and programme for next Congress
The 22nd edition of the UITIC Congress will be held in Shanghai in August 2025, focusing on the footwear industry’s competitiveness and sustainability in an age of artificial intelligence
Portuguese shoes in the spotlight with Emily in Paris
In Emily in Paris, one of the most popular series at the moment, Lily Collins, the protagonist who plays Emily Cooper, wears a pair of sandals by the Portuguese shoe brand Alameda Turquesa
Deichmann explores footwear deal as Esprit faces bankruptcy
The Germany-based shoe retailer Deichmann is interested in the footwear brand rights of the recently insolvent Esprit. The two companies have been collaborating since 2019
Ecco appoints Marc Martin as Head of Wholesale for Central Europe
The Danish footwear and leather group Ecco hired Marc Martin to oversee its wholesale business in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands
Nike veteran Elliot Hill succeeds John Donahoe at the company’s helm
Amid a broader restructuring, the US sportswear giant has announced that CEO John Donahoe is stepping down from his position and will be succeeded by former senior executive Elliot Hill
Skechers files patent infringement lawsuit against Rockport
The US-based company is accusing Rockport, as well as its parent company Authentic Brands Group and its licensee Marc Fisher, of allegedly making and selling shoes that infringe on its patented slip-in technology
Caleres reports lower net sales amid operational challenges
The US-based group maintained a strong gross margin of 45.5%, driven by the Brand Portfolio segment, as reporting challenges and weak seasonal demand affected the company’s guidance
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