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Veja ‘Cancels’ Black Friday in Favor of Sneaker Repairs

The sustainable sneaker company announced on social media that instead of promotions, they will offer…

Lauren London Talks New Puma Collab Inspired by Personal Journey & Finding Inner Peace

"I always say there's a purpose to pain," she told FN.

Why Rothy’s Is Betting on Brick-and-Mortar Stores + Where the Brand Is Expanding Internationally

It plans to open at least 10 U.S. stores next year.

Vivaia Launches NYC Pop-up Amidst Rapid Growth

The SoHo space will remain open through Oct. 22.

How to Start a Shoe Business — Key Tips on Finding Success From Footwear Founders

The founders of emerging brands Courser, Amanu and Larroudé offer advice on how to start a shoe business.

Brazilian Brand Arezzo Makes U.S. Debut at Macy’s & Belk With $100 Shoes

Parent company Arezzo & Co. also owns Schutz and Paris Texas.

Exclusive: Rihanna Fuels Soccer Mania With Debut of Fenty x Puma Sneakers Inspired by Her Family and Covers FN’s September Issue

Rihanna returns to Puma and her first order of business is a unisex sneaker for the whole family. Here, the…

Get Ready for Nike Studios — Inside the Swoosh’s New Boutique Fitness Concept

Later this year, the Swoosh is launching a boutique fitness concept, dubbed Nike Studios, in partnership with…

Birkenstock Blows Up as Searches Soar Following Viral ‘Barbie’ Movie Scene

According to Lyst, the movie moment sparked a 110% increase in searches for Birkenstock Arizonas following…

The Ups and Downs of Legendary Shoe Veteran Bob Goldman’s Storied Career in the Footwear Industry

How Bob Goldman has navigated the many highs and lows in his long journey in the shoe business.

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…

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

The initial aim is to expand the footwear brand into wholesale, both department stores and independent…

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…

Sophia Webster Designs One-of-a-Kind Tour de France Cycling Shoes For Mark Cavendish

Webster designed Cavendish's Nike cycling shoes, with Greek God Hermes as a reference point.

Titan Industries Snaps Up French Brand Clergerie

The brand had filed for court protection earlier this year.