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Sandals Gain, Sneakers Wane, According to New Joor Study
Joor's study on the luxury global footwear market shows the under $500 price segment growing, with sandals…
Why Comfort is Now King in Men’s & Women’s Bottoms
The post-pandemic shift toward looser silhouettes has had a knock-on effect on categories beyond loungewear.
From Y2K to Utility: S/S ’27 Denim Reflects a New Era of Personal Style
Denim mills must stay agile, adapting to a wide range of trends.
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The RAW Edition by US Denim Mills Brings Nature’s Unfiltered Spirit to Life
The RAW Edition embraces simplicity and draws inspiration from nature, capturing the raw beauty of denim in…
EXCLUSIVE: Lamo Rebrands as Mykos, a Year-Round Comfort Shoe Brand
The new brand is launching with 28 men's women's and kid's SKUs available for Spring/Summer 2025.
Nilit Launches Sensil Toughtex Nylon 6.6 Yarn
Designed for use in protective apparel, Toughtex is engineered for garments that require lightweight flexible…
Why Comfort, Performance and Sustainability are the Core of TDMI’s Developments
TDMI offers an array of sustainable products that don't compromise comfort or demanded, answering the desire…
Crocs CEO: This ‘Fragmented’ Market is Next Growth Opportunity
Andrew Rees sees one promising area as Crocs' fastest-growing product category in 2023, eyeing about $400…
Paige Touts ‘Elevated Classics’ for Fall
Paige's fall men's collection blurs the lines between comfort and function.
These Two Trends Can Be Summer Sales Drivers
Two seemingly dichotomous trends are taking place this season: the "coastal grandmother" and "feral girl…
Life in Loungewear: Study Reveals Versatility for Home and Beyond
Eastman's 2022 consumer study will help partner brands understand the new loungewear consumer and find…
Skechers Enlists Martha Stewart for New Campaign
Home goods maven Martha Stewart wears Skechers' Memory Foam and Arch Fit collections in the multiplatform…
NPD: Retail Needs Shoe Shoppers to ‘Participate in Experiences’ Again
The ongoing pandemic is making it difficult for shoe sellers to figure out what U.S. shoppers want.
How the Pandemic Really Affected the Mindset of Global Consumers
New research shows windows of opportunity for the makers and retailers that take the time to discern what…
Enjoiya Doubles Down on Comfort With Expanded Sneaker Selection
"The sneaker category has become a dress-up and dress-down lifestyle staple," founder and CEO Frank Cammarata…