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Phyllis Rein from FSNYE: business is built on relationships
In today’s interview, we spoke to Phyllis Rein, the President and CEO of the Footwear Show New York Expo (FSNYE). We talked about the latest edition of the show, as well as the main trends observed in footwear and the trade fair landscape
US retail body reports higher imports, sales growth and early back-to-school season
US retailers are increasing imports ahead of potential tariff changes, while retail sales continued to grow in June and consumers started their back-to-school shopping earlier than usual
Dr. Martens maintains full-year outlook as US growth continues
The British footwear brand said in a trading update that its performance since the start of the 2027 financial year had been in line with expectations and that it was maintaining its full-year guidance
European Commission formally removes leather from EUDR scope
The European Commission has formally adopted a Delegated Act that removes cattle hides, skins and leather from the scope of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), confirming a proposal first put forward in May
Kering expands Academy for Excellence with education partnerships
The France-based luxury group has expanded its Academy for Excellence by collaborating with eight Italian educational institutions to train the next generation of luxury artisans
New Generation: meet Dalida de Freitas Durrier, VIRAL
VIRAL is a Portuguese handbag brand founded by Dalida de Freitas Durrier. Using upcycled leather, it creates contemporary designs that combine exclusivity with a more conscious approach to production
On restructures commercial leadership with two executive appointments
To achieve its long-term, consumer-centric goals, sportswear company On is restructuring its global sales organisation by dividing its current commercial leadership team into two
Fast Retailing raises full-year outlook again after strong third quarter
The Japan-based fashion retailer Fast Retailing has raised its full-year outlook again after reporting strong third-quarter results, driven by Uniqlo’s operations worldwide
UK retail footfall falls in June amid heatwave
UK retail footfall fell in June as record high temperatures discouraged shoppers from visiting stores, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC). High streets recorded the steepest decline
Inspiramais closes São Paulo edition
The 34th Inspiramais closed in São Paulo with higher professional attendance, 150 exhibitors and 22 international buyer groups from seven countries, reinforcing its role as a materials platform
France Retail: Widespread recovery remains elusive
After an uncertain 2025, the French retail market is showing few signs of widespread recovery. While online sales remain its main source of growth, overall retail has stagnated and the footwear market continues to struggle with subdued consumer demand. Meanwhile, the recent acceleration in headline inflation has not resulted in higher clothing and footwear prices, which suggests weak pricing power and ongoing promotional pressure. Against a backdrop of fragile consumer and retail confidence, it is no surprise that businesses have become more cautious in their approach to inventory management
Dass Group closes footwear factory in Argentina, lays off 150 workers
After nearly two decades, the Brazilian footwear manufacturer has ended production at its Eldorado plant in Argentina, citing deteriorating market conditions and a loss of competitiveness
Hugo Boss advises shareholders to reject Frasers’ takeover bid
The managing and supervisory boards of Hugo Boss have asked shareholders to reject the offer from the Frasers Group because it is too low and does not reflect the brand’s current and future potential
Burberry formalises partnership with Leeds Beckett University
The British luxury group has formalised its partnership with Leeds Beckett University and its BA Fashion Design course to demonstrate its commitment to nurturing emerging talent
Coalition urges EU to strengthen marketplace accountability
The CEC and 87 other organisations are urging the European Commission to use the upcoming European Product Act to address the lack of accountability surrounding the billions of low-value parcels entering the EU each year
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