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Inside the Making of the Collaboration of the Year — Manolo Blahnik for Birkenstock

According to Mr. Blahnik, the first styles from the collection sold out in 12 hours.

How Lululemon Created a Female-First Footwear Line That Landed It FN’s Launch of the Year Award

Lululemon conquered the athleisure market with its laser focus on women consumers. Now it wants to dominate…

How FNAA Emerging Talent Winner Jessica Rich Got Cardi B, Kylie Jenner & JLo Into Her Shoes

The designer's strong determination and glamorous aesthetic is fueling her rapid rise in the shoe business.

How Merrell’s Focus on Women and Product Innovation Earned It the 2022 FNAA Brand of the Year Award

Merrell's efforts have resulted in big sales gains, including total revenue of $198.6 million in Q3, an…

How FNAA Hall of Fame Honoree Diane Sullivan Changed the Industry With Her Personal Leadership Style

"People don't work for companies, they work with people. They will live the vision when leaders make it…

How FNAA Social Impact Award Winner Brandice Daniel Is Bridging the Gap Between Brands & Designers of Color

The founder of Harlem's Fashion Row has set the stage for generations of up-and-coming designers and…

Christian Louboutin Reflects on His Road to Footwear Fame

On receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2022 FNAAs, designer Christian Louboutin looks back on his…

Scott Meden Reflects on 37-Year Career at Nordstrom as He Joins FN Hall of Fame

The longtime Nordstrom executive has left a lasting mark on the footwear and retail industries.

Here Are 3 Reasons Puma Deserves the 2022 Sustainability Leadership Award

For Puma, sustainability is more than a box to check off.

How Jordan Brand’s Commitment to Women & Black Community Led to Its 2022 FNAA Win

Jordan Brand will be honored as Brand of the Year at the 36th annual FN Achievement Awards.

Kith Founder Ronnie Fieg on the 2022 FNAA Retailer of the Year Win and Being the No. 1 ‘Value’ Brand

"For us, the goal is to make Kith available to everyone who wants a special product or experience and not be…

How FNAA Person of the Year Dr. D’Wayne Edwards Is Revolutionizing the Education Field for Young Black Designers

Footwear and apparel are just the beginning for the founder of Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design.

Why Dua Lipa and Billy Walsh Will Receive FN’s First Collection of the Year Award for Puma Flutur Drop 2

The pair will receive FN's first Collection of the Year Award for Puma x Dua Lipa Flutur Drop 2.

Skechers President Michael Greenberg and Amanda Kloots Discuss the Company’s FNAA Honor, the Power of Comfort and Memorable Super Bowl Ads

This year, the California sneaker giant marked its 30th anniversary in ways that many would envy

Why Those Closest to Virgil Abloh Believe the Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 Is the Greatest Sneaker Collab Ever

The Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 by Virgil Abloh will receive the Shoe of the Year award at the FN…