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German fashion consumers prioritise fit and value as spending slows
German consumers are becoming more restrained in their fashion spending, while fit, comfort and conveniente, and value for money continue to dominate purchasing decisions, according to the GermanFashion Consumer Panel 2026
Retail Flash: Footwear trails broader retail across key markets
The retail landscape in the Netherlands, France, Spain, Germany, the UK, the US and Japan remains uneven, with the footwear sector often trailing behind broader retail and fashion categories. Fragile consumer confidence, varying pricing power and cautious inventory management continue to weigh on the sector, while stronger digital sales have yet to translate into a broader footwear recovery
FAIST Voices: meet AMF Safety Shoes
As part of the FAIST project, Portuguese technical and safety footwear manufacturer AFM Safety Shoes has committed to developing automation-focused solutions that prioritise efficiency and sustainability
Attendance at latest Simac Tanning Tech rises by 25%
The 52nd edition of Simac Tanning Tech, held at Fiera Milano Rho from the 15th to the 17th of September 2026, saw a 25% increase in attendance, with 50% of visitors coming from outside Italy
JD Sports strengthens leadership team
The UK-based sportswear retailer has appointed John Mersho as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the JD fascia in North America and Mike Grimes as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of the group
Golden Goose posts double-digit growth in the first half
The Italy-based group recorded a 15% year-on-year increase in revenue during the first half of 2026, driven by double-digit growth across all regions and strong DTC performance
Brazilian footwear exports remain under pressure
Brazilian footwear exports continued to decline in August, with falls in both volume and value. Year-to-date figures also remained negative, while imports continued to increase
Kering promotes Sophie Maddaloni to General Secretary
The luxury group has appointed Sophie Maddaloni as General Secretary of the Group, placing her on the Executive Committee and giving her oversight of the legal, control, audit and security functions
MICAM and sister fairs attract 37,000 visitors
The September edition of MICAM Milano, MIPEL, Milano Fashion&Jewels and TheOneMilano, which took place from the 13th to the 15th of June at Fiera Milano Rho, attracted 37,000 professional visitors
Shoe Station Group cuts full-year outlook amid promotional pressure
The US-based footwear retailer has lowered its 2026 outlook as increased promotional activity and inventory liquidation impacted sales and profitability during the second quarter
Dr. Martens appoints former Burberry executive as Global Customer Director
The UK-based footwear company has appointed Katie Morton as its new Global Customer Director. Through this, Dr. Martens aims to strengthen its consumer-centric approach on a global scale
Japan Retail: Higher rates meet an uneven fashion recovery
Against a backdrop of renewed price pressures and a weaker yen, the Japanese fashion market has experienced an uneven recovery. Interest rates have continued to rise, and consumer confidence remains subdued. Within the fashion sector, clothing inflation has outpaced that of footwear. Commercial sales also diverged, with textile sales enjoying a strong rebound, whereas apparel and accessories only returned to marginal growth. Meanwhile, despite falling volumes, footwear import value held up, supported by higher average prices
Designer Brands raises full-year 2026 outlook
The US-based company has raised its outlook for the full year of 2026, having reported improved profitability in the second quarter and strong growth in its Brand Portfolio segment, despite a slight overall sales decline
Simac Tanning Tech strengthens international focus
With the sector’s exports under pressure, Simac Tanning Tech is strengthening its international focus by targeting new markets and attracting qualified buyers to its 52nd edition
FAIST Voices: meet Abílio P. Carneiro & Filhos S.A
With nearly a century of manufacturing expertise, Abílio P. Carneiro & Filhos S.A is using the FAIST project to further integrate robotics into the traditional footwear assembly process, thereby improving quality and competitiveness
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