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Skechers & Nike Have Actually Been Going at It for Years

The "Just Blew It" ad is merely the latest development in a yearslong feud.

Nike Hits Roadblock in Lawsuit Over Gender Discrimination — a Fashion Attorney Breaks Down What’s Next for the Brand

A magistrate judge has handed down a recommendation that isn't favorable for the brand.

Why a Nike Sneaker Falling Apart on-Court Won’t Hurt the Brand

It's nothing more than a drop in the bucket — or a split in the sneaker seam.

Exclusive: How Crocs CEO Andrew Rees Breathed New Life Into the Brand — One Classic Clog at a Time

The executive talks turnaround obstacles, big priorities and getting back to the brand's core.

Exclusive: Under Armour’s Kevin Plank on Diversity Criticisms, Company Missteps and the ‘Brilliant’ Thing He Learned About Leadership

"I want everyone to know that we're a company that will fight for you. We're a company for the little guy."

What Would Blake Do? How the Legend Inspired Leadership & Reshaped Retail

The footwear industry pays its respects to Blake Nordstrom.

How the Footwear Industry Grappled With #MeToo, Tariffs and Bankruptcies in 2018

2018 marked a year of tough but meaningful change across the shoe industry.

How Fashion, Lifestyle Megafirm Authentic Brands Is Conquering Shoes

2018 saw ABG stake its claim as a footwear powerhouse — earning it the FNAA Company of the Year honor.

Nike Workplace Saga Rages On: Former Employee Details Allegations of Sex, Race Discrimination in New Complaint

Cecily Schmidt alleges a Nike supervisor criticized her for not being "bubbly, friendly or playful enough for…

A New Ruling Just Reignited Converse’s Infamous Trademark Saga

While most of the 30 companies Converse sued in 2014 chose to settle, Skechers and New Balance fought back.

Exclusive: Jessica Simpson Talks Personal Style, Baby No. 3 and Being a ‘Fashion Icon’

The multihyphenate star will receive the first-ever FFANY Fashion Icon award this week.

Lord & Taylor Veteran Liz Rodbell Lands at Steve Madden

Rodbell will take on a newly created role at the fashion footwear powerhouse firm.

How This Billion-Dollar Shoe Store Has Secretly Sidestepped the Retail Apocalypse

Shoe Carnival's top boss believes the retail chain has always been one step ahead of consumer trends.

Nike CEO Throws Support Behind Another Polarizing Issue — Immigration

Despite the Colin Kaepernick backlash, Nike isn't shying away from activism.

Crocs, Adidas, Nike & 50 Other Shoe Brands Urge Trump to Abandon $200B China Tariffs

The letter follows Thursday's conclusion of the Trump administration's consultation period.