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Bob and Stewart Goldman Discuss the Future of Cels Enterprises & 50 Years of Family-Centered Business

Bob Goldman and his son, Stewart Goldman, talk about the future of Cels, running a family business and what…

What Gianvito Rossi’s and Tamara Mellon’s New Deals Say About the Challenges of Being an Independent Shoe Designer in 2023

The footwear veterans decided that going it alone was no longer the best option.

Tamara Mellon Joins Forces With Titan Industries to Expand Luxury Footwear Brand

Tamara Mellon collections will be available through wholesale channels for the first time since her launch in…

How Reef Turned Its Business Around to Become No. 1 in the Surf Category

President Mike Jensen and his team have been broadening Reef's scope.

Fat Joe & Remy Ma on the Power of Hip-Hop, Viral Sneaker Licking and What They Bought on Their First Big Payday

"Hip-hop is the universal language. It brings everybody together with different ideologies, different…

What the Future Holds for Rockport Under Its New Parent, Authentic Brands

The brand has a big new family and potentially the resources it needs to stage a turnaround.

Why Shoe Designers Shouldn’t Be Afraid of AI

FDRA hosted a deep dive into the uses of artificial intelligence for footwear design.

Titan Industries Snaps Up French Brand Clergerie

Today, Titan Industries, Inc., has taken over the French footwear brand, saving it from liquidation.

What Happened to Rockport — And What It Will Take to Bring It Back

The Rockport Co. surprised the industry last week when it declared bankruptcy and announced plans for a sale.

Is There a Right Way for Retailers to Participate in Juneteenth? Experts Say Yes

"If you're not doing the internal and the external and the grassroots work, then sit down," said DEI…

Christian Louboutin, Manolo Blahnik & More Top Designer Brands to Know

Here are all the top shoe designers you need to know.

Arianna Casadei on Leading Her Family Business and Embracing Evolution

“Women are capable of everything.” Arianna Casadei, the general manager of her family business, grew up…

Welcome to the Summer of ‘Swiftie’ Fashion

From lyric tees to sequin fringe, Taylor Swift's fans are driving the look of festival fashion this summer…

Stanley Kravetz, Former Executive at Timberland, Frye Boots and Rockport, Dies at 90

"Stanley's career in the footwear industry truly stands as a testament to his exceptional leadership and…

Why Puma Chief Product Officer Maria Valdes Believes Leading With Empathy Is Critical to Success

"I faced a new challenge almost every day that I will admit has not been easy. But I understand that taking…