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EXCLUSIVE: Solange Knowles Fronts New Nike + Jacquemus Moon Shoe Drop

The popular sneaker collaboration is now available in three new colors – brown, Sail white and pink for…

Inside Genesco’s New ‘Footwear First’ Strategy as Company Looks to Build on Momentum

Among the new plans include expanding Journeys' 4.0 store concept to the banner's kids' stores.

Nike Could Be One Step Closer to Converse Sale as Swoosh Reveals $300 Million in Restructuring Costs

Nike revealed in an 8-K filing on Thursday that it will report pre-tax charges of $300 million, primarily in…

Genesco Shares Jump After Strong Q4, ‘Exceptional’ Holiday Performance at Journeys

Nets sales in the fourth quarter increased 7 percent to $799.9 million compared to $745.9 million in the same…

Inside the Post-Deckers Sanuk Strategy: Rebuilding Wholesale and Reasserting Itself in Surf and Outdoor

Sanuk vice president and general manager Katie Pruitt tells FN how the brand hit the ground running after its…

Tax Refunds and ‘Aggressive’ Discounting Boosts Sneaker Sales in February

Discounts in the sporting goods, sneaker specialty and family footwear channels have continued to drive sales.

EXCLUSIVE: Camper Names Abra Designer Abraham Ortuño as Its New Creative Director

The fall/winter 2027 season will mark Ortuño's creative debut for Camper and CamperLab.

REI Co-op Names Former Foot Locker Exec as Chief Commercial Officer

Kim Waldmann also held roles at Athleta and Sephora.

Why Adidas Just Extended CEO Bjørn Gulden’s Contract Through 2030

Since joining the company, the executive executed on his roadmap aimed to make Adidas a "healthy company" by…

Birkenstock’s Arizona and Madrid Big Buckle Sandals Get a Raffia Update From Staud in Latest Release

The updated sandal models feature a woven texture and gold hardware.

Tecovas Taps F1 Driver Valtteri Bottas as Brand Ambassador

In his new role, Bottas will work closely with Tecovas to activate across the American Formula 1 races…

Dr. Martens’ Chief Product Officer Exits Company

Meek has also held roles at Canada Goose, Sperry, Nike and Pentland Brands.

Puma’s Speedcat Plus Gets a Satin Jacquard Upgrade in New Madhappy Collab

The 21-piece collection also includes apparel and accessories.

Nordstrom Highlights Puma’s H-Street Sneaker Range in Latest ‘Make Room for Shoes’ Campaign

The retailer will also have the exclusive North American lead on the H‑Street Ballet launch.

Merrell Aims to Invite More People Outside Through New Brand Platform

The launch kicks off the outdoor brand's 45th anniversary milestone year.