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MICAM reshapes layout for its 102nd edition
The September edition of MICAM Milano 102 will feature a reworked layout aimed at smoother circulation, with pavilions reorganised to make the visitor journey clearer across the show
Grendene reports soft first-quarter results
Despite higher sales volumes, the Brazilian company reported weaker revenue and margins in the first quarter as consumers shifted towards lower-priced products due to cautious spending
Tapestry raises full-year outlook
The US-based accessible luxury group has reported strong third-quarter results, marked by a strong performance at Coach. As a result, the group raised its full-year outlook
Ofir Dagan from Movmenta: we measure the performance of the shoe, not the athlete
In today’s interview, we spoke to Ofir Dagan, Co-Founder and CEO of Movmenta, a British sports technology start-up tackling a common blind spot in running: knowing when shoes have lost their protective function, even if they still look good
OTWorld trade fair spotlights AI and robotics
The Leipzig trade exhibition brings market leaders and start-ups together, with guided tours and exhibition areas spanning materials, workshop equipment, rehab tech, prosthetics and footwear
JD Sports announces full-year 2026 results
The UK-based sportswear retailer reported a 2.1% year-on-year increase in organic sales in fiscal 2026, while profit before tax and adjusting items declined amid challenging market conditions
Pitti Uomo hosts Sunflower for CPHFW project
In June, Sunflower will present a special event at Pitti Uomo through a partnership with Copenhagen Fashion Week, introducing the Copenhagen-based brand to a broader international audience
Alameda Turquesa arrives at The Devil Wears Prada
The Portuguese luxury brand Alameda Turquesa has reached a new milestone, with its handbags featuring in the film The Devil Wears Prada 2. This appearance further strengthens the brand’s international presence
Strong first quarter for the owner of Havaianas
The Brazilian company Alpargatas has reported double-digit net sales growth in the first quarter of 2026, alongside higher margins, record adjusted EBITDA and increased net income
OTWorld Congress to highlight orthopaedic footwear
The OTWorld 2026 Congress in Leipzig brings clinicians and technicians together for symposia, workshops and free papers on prosthetics, orthotics, rehabilitation and patient mobility
Steve Madden raises full-year outlook after solid first quarter
The US-based designer and marketer of footwear and accessories has raised its full-year revenue guidance following strong sales growth in the first quarter, supported by continued momentum at Kurt Geiger
AI expansion and About You acquisition drive Zalando’s first-quarter growth
The online fashion retailer posted solid first-quarter results, driven by AI efficiencies, growth in the number of active customers, and the early integration of synergies from the acquisition of About You
UK retailers warn of rising costs amid Middle East conflict
Amid growing concerns over the economic impact of the Middle East conflict, the British Retail Consortium has called on the UK government to ease mounting cost pressures on retailers
Retail Flash: end-2025 insights from key footwear markets
Explore the main retail dynamics across France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, the UK, the US and Spain, including end-2025 insights and early-2026 signals, highlighting online outperformance in France and Spain, persistent footwear weakness in Germany, and import-cost pressure in Japan and the US
Puma reports solid start to the year, appoints new CFO
The Germany-based company has reported a solid start to the 2026 fiscal year, supported by its efforts to reduce inventory, and has also announced the appointment of Mark Langer as Chief Financial Officer
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