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<b>Paco Underhill</b> on Retail in 2016: “A Bunch of People Will Go Under”
If there’s any one certainty in the chaotic and changing world of retail, it’s that consumers are…
Asics Launches <em>Ultra-Light</em> DynaFlyte Running Shoe
With the Olympics right around the corner, shoe brands are inevitably beginning to unveil new running…
Crooks Walk Away with <em>Hundreds of Shoes</em> Meant for Kids Charity
It doesn’t get any worse than stealing from kids, but that’s exactly what a band of thieves did over the…
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<b>Vans</b> Debuts New Laser Cut Sneakers for Women
Fresh air and cool kicks are all one needs to start the summer off right. Vans is providing both with its new…
Rocky Boots & Poler Launch a Collaboration for the <em>Urban Hiker</em>
Outdoor footwear brand Rocky Boots has announced it has partnered with Poler Outdoor Stuff on a new line of…
<em>Under Armour</em> Launches Custom Shopping App
As apps continue to be an increasingly important slice of the branding and money-making pie for athletic shoe…
Nike Continues to Back Sharapova Despite Failing Drug Tests
This week it was announced top women’s tennis player Maria Sharapova had been banned from playing for the…
<b>Adidas</b> Receives Online Backlash for Misspelling “Colombia”
Adidas is being called out by football fans for an embarrassing spelling error in one of its U.S. ad…
<b>DSW</b> Plans to Bring 3D Technology to Stores
DSW is planning to use 3D technology to bring custom fit shoes to the masses. Though a new strategic…
<em>Coach</em> CFO Nielsen is Out; Search is On to Find a Replacement
Luxury accessories brand Coach announced that its chief financial officer, Jane Hamilton Nielsen, has decided…
The <b>Future of 3D Printing</b>, According to <em>People Footwear</em>
If shoe makers have their way, 3D printing will be the future of footwear. With companies like New Balance, Ni…
Skechers Performance Extends Marathon Partnerships
Skechers Performance has extended its partnerships with the Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Half…
<b>Adidas</b> Releases Limited Edition Shoe Made from Ocean Waste
Adidas and Parley for the Oceans are celebrating World Oceans Day by finally releasing a limited quantity of…
<b>Converse</b> Debuts 1920s-Inspired All Star Modern
Converse is taking cues from its past while looking toward the future with the release of its newest All Star…
<b>Easyjet</b> Releases New Smart Shoe; Promises “To Put Europe at Your Feet”
EasyJet, the British low-cost airline carrier based in London, is envisioning the future of travel with a new…