Footwear
Wolverine to license Stride Rite to Vida Shoes
The US-based footwear giant announced it has agreed to enter into a global, multi-year licensing agreement of the Stride Rite brand to Vida Shoes International
Leather industry in Pakistan calls for duty-free imports
The Pakistan Tanners Association (PTA) has called for abolishing customs duty on imports of basic raw materials, believing it will bring down cost of production and boosting competitiveness
4 alternatives to leather
Leather is probably one of the most used materials in the footwear and the apparel industry. However, new materials are becoming popular
The shoes that glow at night
adidas is showing that it wants to be on the edge of innovation in the footwear industry. The brand is releasing shoes that glow at night. How will consumers react to it?
Cork and footwear, a perfect mixture
Cork is a clever option for footwear producers who wish to create something unique and environmental-friendly. It can also be a very profitable opportunity
Stable sales at DSW
The Ohio-based footwear and accessories retailer, announced financial results for the thirteen week period ended on the 29th of April. First quarter sales increased by 1.4%
How design is passing on to consumers
Customization is a trend encouraging some footwear companies to offer new services to clients, in which they can design their own shoes
Sue Rechner new Merrell’s President
She will report directly to the Wolverine Outdoor and Lifestyle Group President, Todd Spaletto, who recently joined Wolverine Worldwid from The North Face
Declining sales by Genesco
The Tennessee-based group has announced sales down by 1% during the first quarter of the year, as a result of numerous challenges
Why footwear startups could be a threat
Flexibility allows footwear startups to easily adapt to the market, but is it enough to pose a serious threat to established companies in this industry?
Challenges & opportunities in sourcing countries
With the demographic & economic changes that are occurring, will China remain as the main sourcing country for footwear?
4 innovative companies in the footwear business
It’s not easy to grasp a slice of the footwear market, especially against big players. However, some companies are playing a bold game-
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