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<em>From Fish Scales to Newspaper</em>: <b>All Black</b> Looks Back at 10
Known for its innovative use of materials and edgy design aesthetic, Taiwanese footwear brand All Black has…
Nike Debuts <em>Self-Lacing</em> Sneakers
Nike unveiled what it’s calling “the future of sport” at a company innovation event in New York City on…
<b>Rosie Pope</b> Introduces Baby Shoe and Hosiery Line for Spring ’16
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Australian boot brand Blundstone was in New York City last week to showcase their new collection at an…
Sakroots Appoints New CMO, Creative Director
The Sak Brand Group has announced it has made two new appointments to its executive ranks in order to better…
<b>Adidas</b> Sues APL for Trademark Infringement
Adidas is taking Athletic Propulsion Labs (APL) to court for shoes it claims are just too reminiscent of its…
Timberland <em>Wants You</em> to Design its New Boots
Outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland is taking customization direct to consumers through a new co-creation…
<b>Concepts</b> Eyes Global Expansion; Appoints New President
Fast-growing Cambridge, Mass. based footwear boutique Concepts, recently re-branded as Concepts…
<b>Skechers Performance</b> Teams with <b>Ironman</b> for European Tour
Skechers Performance division has announced it will serve as the official running shoe sponsor of the 2016…
<b>Brooks</b> Launches New Kaleidoscope Collection
Performance footwear brand Brooks has released a vibrant new collection of running shoes inspired by the…
<em>More than Clogs</em>: <b>Dansko</b> Unveils a Complete Men’s Collection
A staple in the women’s comfort space for many years, Pennsylvania-based Dansko is also well-known for its…
Mizuno Encourages Runners to “Wave” in 2016 Campaign
For its 2016 campaign Japanese performance brand Mizuno is encouraging runners to spread positivity with a…
Woman’s <em>Killer Heels</em> Grounded by TSA
If you’re planning to dress to kill on your next trip, you might want to check a bag. The TSA stopped an…