footwear
Everything You Need to Know About Century 21’s Reopening in New York
Century 21 is gearing up for its long-awaited return to New York City next week, one year after the off-price…
US Retail Job Growth Was Essentially Flat in April
A slight gain in jobs in apparel, accessories and shoe specialty stores in April from a year ago was offset…
Allbirds ‘Flight Status’ Report Reveals Carbon Reduction Progress
The company said it's on track to nearly eradicate emissions by 2030.
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FutureStitch Aims to Redefine the US Manufacturing Model
Founder Taylor Shupe says he wants to expand well beyond the socks FutureStitch is known for.
Nike, Puma and Adidas Among Bankrupt Shoe City Creditors
The 39-unit chain owes $16 million to unsecured creditors and has begun liquidating.
Kith and Clarks Originals’ 8th St. Collaboration Returns With New Colorways
The new offering includes a trio of sneaker styles.
What Nike’s Newest Impact Report Says About Waste, Wins and What’s Ahead
The Swoosh says it's gaining ground on its goals while figuring out how to close critical gaps.
Why Retail Should Watch These Rising DTC Disruptors
From Margaux and Italic to The Normal Brand, Harper Wilde and Carhartt rival Truewerk, brands born online are…
Denim Accessories Arrive for Spring
Denim adds an instant cool factor to the latest footwear and handbag arrivals.
Dow Addresses Singapore Shoe-Recycling Scheme
A Reuters investigation found that shoes meant to be recycled in Singapore through a Dow program ended up for…
Rocky Brands Wants to Get $45M in Inventory Off its Hands This Year
The Rocky, Durango and Georgia Boot owner saw fourth-quarter net sales fall 18 percent to $138.9 million on…
Footwear and Markdowns Define Under Armour’s Q3
With revenue up 3.4 percent, the Nike rival will pack and hold some seasonless product instead discounting it…
Canada Goose Expansion Will Come From These Categories
After getting into footwear, the premium parka brand has its sights set on becoming more than an outerwear…
Frasers Backs Off From Hip-Hop Hat Brand
Frasers sells stake in streetwear firm Kangol, Yours Clothing parent buys M&Co, Nicholas Kirkwood closes…
Wholesale, Inventory Issues Dominated Columbia’s Q4
Columbia Sportswear CEO Tim Boyle said order books are back on track while Sorel is on its way to $1 billion…