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Mac DeMarco's old shoes sold for 21 100 US dollars
The artist’s trainers, worn during its live tour in 2014 have been sold on ebay. Money obtained with the sale will benefit a non-profit music and mentoring programme for women
Alpargatas consolidates revenue growth
The Brazil-based company posted consolidated net revenue up by 4.5% in the third quarter of the year. Net income totaled 17.2 million euros, down by 25% from similar period last year
Internationalization announced for Eureka stores
Portuguese brand inaugurated its first location outside the country
Hermès with solid results
Sales for the third quarter were up by 10.6% (11.1% at constant rates), reaching 990.6 million euros
DSW donates 75 000 US dollars to charity
As part of the Shoe Lovers Care Leave Your Mark campaign, a donation will be made to the National Parkinson Foundation, the winner of the competition
Crocs involved in legal battle
Several Indian agency news are stating that the US-based firm is pursuing legal action against several companies over alleged trademark violations
Nobrand’s distribution strategy for 2015
The Portuguese brand announced they will open their first flagship in Colombia, while reinforcing the presence in China and launching a new product line
Under Armour signs deal with Andy Murray
The tennis player is being said to have officially terminated his association with sportswear giant Adidas and signed a four-year deal with the US-based company
World footwear production reaches new record
According to the World Footwear Yearbook the production of footwear in 2013 crossed the 22 billion pair threshold for the first time
Foot Locker with 15% growth in net income
The New York-based athletic retailer reported financial results for its third quarter ended November 1st, with net income reaching 120 million US dollars, or 0.82 US dollars per share. Sales for the quarter were up by 7%
Nike’s revenue up by 15%
The sportswear giant announced financial results for its second quarter ended 30th November. Strong consumer demand drove revenue growth across the portfolio. Net income with two digits increase
Portuguese footwear exports reach new record
According to the Portuguese Footwear Association, APICCAPS, exports of footwear will register in 2014 a new record as the industry’ sales abroad will cross the 1 850 million euros threshold
Italians worried about the industry's performance
The Italian Footwear Association announced data revealing a serious risk of another decline in domestic footwear production. If this forecast reveals accurate, it will mean Italian production will be under the 200 million pairs threshold for the 3rd time in just 6 years
Jordan' shoes sold by 33 thousand US dollars
A pair of Converse shoes allegedly worn by Michael Jordan when he played at the University of North Carolina were sold for 33 387 US dollars by Grey Flannel Auctions
Rihanna named global Puma ambassador
Puma and singer, actress and fashion designer Rihanna announced a new multi-year partnership, kicking off in January 2015, with the Barbados-born personality becoming a global ambassador for the brand
1st edition of the Pakistan Mega Leather Show
The Pakistan Tanners’ Association (PTA) confirmed a new exhibition will take place early next year
Genesco with 8% increase in net sales
The company reported results for the third quarter ended on the 1st of November 2014 characterized by net sales growth
adidas launches boot in honor of Leo Messi's childhood city
The giant sportswear has revealed adidas Messi mirosar10, a new pair of boots to celebrate the childhood of Leo Messi and his upbringing in Rosario, Argentina
Quicksilver finishes the year with 11% decline in revenue
Giant outdoor sports and lifestyle company reported net revenue for the full year of 1.57 billion US dollars, down by 11%
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