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Traceability Remains ‘Large Challenge’ for Footwear Industry, According to New FDRA Sustainability Report
Shoe professionals are still split on whether the overall industry is living up to the increased marketing of…
Shoe Brands Highlight Newness and Versatility to Battle Inflation
In the face of a cash-strapped consumer, footwear makers are looking to give their customer a reason to spend.
FDRA Sends Letter to Biden Administration Pushing For the Elimination of 301 Tariffs
The FDRA has a message ahead of the Biden administration's announcement regarding footwear tariffs: get rid…
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Why Shoe Designers Shouldn’t Be Afraid of AI
FDRA hosted a deep dive into the uses of artificial intelligence for footwear design.
How to Avoid Falling Foul of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act
Sourcemap offered important tips for companies to ensure they remain in compliance with the UFLPA and avoid…
Footwear Prices in June Drop for First Time in Over 2 Years as Back-to-School Season Approaches
Inflation in June rose at slowing rate, and footwear retail prices saw a decrease for the first time in more…
Shoe Brands Push Through ‘Challenging’ Market Conditions at FFANY and FSNYE Trade Shows
"This industry is resilient, and we've been through a lot since 2020," said FDRA president Matt Priest.
Shuffle Board: Farfetch Names Off-White CEO, Sorel President Resigns
Cristiano Fagnani has been named CEO of Off-White while Mark Nenow has resigned from his role as president of…
What’s the Definition of a Sustainable Shoe? The Industry Can’t Seem to Agree
In the absence of universal guidelines, shoe companies are establishing their own metrics to communicate…
Fashion Sounds Off on Biden’s Proposed Corporate Tax Hike
Trade groups and business leaders said higher taxes on fashion and retail wouldn't be good for the industry.
FDRA CEO Matt Priest Says ‘Now’s the Time to Diversify Production’ as China Tensions Persist
All eyes are on a bipartisan House committee probing the numerous technological, economic and military…
FDRA: What to Expect With Retail Footwear Prices This Year
Gary Raines, chief economist of the FDRA, gave an overview at Texworld Evolution NYC on how a variety of…
Trade Groups Team Up to Speak Out Against Tariffs
Retail, apparel and footwear industry trade associations released a report detailing the impact of Section…