United Kingdom
Stuart Weitzman and Swarovski unite for new holiday collection
Stuart Weitzman partnered with Swarovski Creators Lab to release crystal-adorned Stuart Power Shine pumps, a limited-edition collection combining craftsmanship and luxury fashion
JD Sports completes acquisition of Courir
The UK-based sportswear retailer has completed the acquisition of France's Groupe Courir, thus strengthening its position in the European market. The deal was first announced in May 2023
Mulberry cuts jobs amid efforts to turn around the business
The British luxury handbag company has cut dozens of jobs as part of a major shake-up to turn the business around, after a sales plunge of 19% in the six months to December
Dr. Martens reports half year results for fiscal 2025
In its transition year, the British brand reported decreased revenue for the first six months of fiscal 2025. In contrast, the company improved its balance sheet, progressing towards key objectives
Burberry launches new strategic plan amid profit losses
The British luxury company announced first-half results for fiscal 2025. Declined revenue and profitability prompted a strategic reformulation to revitalise the brand and return to sustainable growth
Retail Flash: insights from key footwear markets
Explore the main retail trends in France, Germany, Japan, the UK, the US and Spain from our Retail Flash reports, highlighting a mix of recovery, persistent challenges and cautious optimism in global markets. In particular, while France and Germany continue to struggle, the US and Spain show signs of retail optimism
Asos eyes profit growth for fiscal 2025 despite revenue pressures
The UK-based company reported a 16% decrease in like-for-like sales in fiscal 2024, partially offset by improved operational efficiencies. Asos remains optimistic for the next fiscal year, anticipating higher margins
Kering and Centre for Sustainable Fashion launch new governance programme
Launched by Kering and the Center for Sustainable Fashion, “Governance for Tomorrow” is a three-year programme that aims to bring together experts from different sectors to develop alternative governance models in luxury fashion
Primark ends full year on growth path
Primark’s parent company reported solid results for its latest full year. Sales at the fashion retailer grew by 6% year-on-year, underpinned by solid performances in key growth markets
RM Williams targets the UK as part of global expansion
The Australian-based bootmaker plans to open new UK stores in the coming months. The company aims to use the country as a launchpad for its international growth strategy, while remaining true to its heritage
WoolOvers doubles down on British production for Hotter Shoes
WoolOvers plans to expand Hotter Shoes’ British manufacturing, improving customer satisfaction and supporting local jobs. Production target is one million pairs per year
Footasylum secures new bank funding to boost UK expansion
The new funding from HSBC UK will be used to expand stores, improve technology and support exclusive brands. The agreement encourages Footasylum to meet sustainability targets to decrease loan costs
New CEO at the helm of Coats Group
The UK-based industrial thread manufacturer for apparel and footwear has now a new Chief Executive Officer. David Paja took up the role this month, succeeding Rajiv Sharma
UK Retail: good signs for the run-up to Christmas
The cold weather in July did not bring good news for the UK retail sector, but the following two months spiced things up again. Fashion retail sales appear to be back on track with the wider economy, as continued falling inflation has led to lower prices. Consumers are still reluctant to spend given the difficulties of recent years, but the challenge for retailers is now to keep up and not fall behind again in order to boost demand in the months leading to Christmas
A favourable September for UK retail
As inflation fell to its lowest level in three and a half years, UK retail sales rose by 3.6% year-on-year in value terms in September, according to the latest ONS figures-
-
Footwear Consumer 2030
A study reflecting on the main global consumer trends and the key changes for the footwear industry.
-
World Footwear Public Calendar
Click here to subscribe an updated version of the calendar displaying the footwear trade shows.
-
-
Media Partners
Media Partners
-
Shoes Report
MPA Style
Revista del Calzado
Shoe Intelligence