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Birkenstock Opens Its Third US Flagship — Why the Brand Still Believes in Brick & Mortar Retail

The store is located in Brooklyn's hipster haven of Williamsburg.

Forget Running — Why Walking Is a Big Opportunity for Footwear Brands Right Now

A new report found more than half of Americans are walking more than they did pre-pandemic — and they have no…

How Luxury Shoe Brand Mavette Is Making Its Comfortable High Heels More Sustainable

This spring marks a big step forward in Mavette's sustainability efforts.

How Dallas Continues to Become a Bigger Player in the Footwear Trade Show Industry

The Dallas Market Center recently hosted its March Apparel & Accessories show, where attendance rose 120%…

Jessica Simpson Talks About Her Pandemic Year and Bringing Her Kids Into the Family Business

The star told FN, "Personally, home has been the grounding silver lining for my family."

Amid the Toughest Year for Retail in Modern History, These Storeowners Found the Way Forward

Six independent shoe stores reveal how they navigated 2020 — and emerged stronger.

How Two Moms Grew Their Kids’ Startup Brand Ten Little in a Pandemic

Former Jet.com execs Fatma Collins and Julie Rogers are using their e-commerce expertise to help parents.

Why Disney, Nickelodeon & More Big Names Are Partnering with Ground Up Shoes

The shoe company has a full roster of collaborations planned for 2021.

Steve Madden Launches Sustainable Footwear Brand Cool Planet

The Cool Planet women's brand will launch with 17 styles, including casual sneakers and sandals, each offered…

This New Shoe Brand Believes Walking Is the Key to Wellness

Strole is launching in stores this spring.

How to Start to Become a More Sustainable Brand

Experts answer that most daunting question: Where do you start?

Can This New Wool Brand From Two Shoe Veterans Give Allbirds a Run for Its Money?

The brand was created by industry veterans and Sydney natives James Rowley and Paul Robins.

How Weyco Group’s Newly Redesigned Headquarters Is Helping It Navigate the Pandemic

The parent company of Florsheim, Stacy Adams and other brands started the project in 2017.

Connecticut Investigators Issue Final Report on Fire That Killed Tony Hsieh

Investigators pieced together the events through witness statements and video footage.

Rocky Brands Will Acquire Boot Labels from Honeywell for $230 Million

Shares of Rocky Brands spiked more than 15%.