荐Global fashion braces for a challenging 2026
According to the latest State of Fashion report, 46% of executives expect industry conditions to worsen in 2026. Tariff pressures and shifting consumer behaviour are key concerns, while artificial intelligence is seen as a major opportunity
荐Boot Barn achieves 500-store milestone
The California-based western and workwear retailer has exceeded its 500-store milestone, marking a major expansion across its national footprint
荐Dr. Martens reports narrower losses in the first half
The UK-based footwear company has narrowed its first-half losses as revenue has risen slightly and full-price sales have strengthened, thanks to the early success of its consumer-first strategy
荐Leather Naturally appoints two new members to its Management Board
The not-for-profit membership association representing the leather industry has appointed Jim Deheer (Loop Marketing) and Carla Vlez (Leather Cluster Barcelona) to its Management Board
荐Cal?ados Beira Rio set to close 2025 on a high
The Brazilian footwear manufacturer, whose brand portfolio includes Beira Rio, Moleca, and Vizzano, is set to finish 2025 on a high, with growth and global expansion marking its success
荐JD Sports lowers full year outlook amid challenging market conditions
Despite reporting a solid performance in the third quarter, the UK-based sportswear retailer has lowered its full-year profit outlook in light of recent weak macroeconomic and consumer trends
荐Crocs promotes Rupert Campbell to EVP and President of Heydude
Campbell joined Crocs in March 2025 as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of the Heydude brand. He has now been promoted to Executive Vice President and President of the brand
荐Grendene shows resilience amid challenging environment
The parent company of Melissa and Ipanema has reported revenue growth in the year to September, driven by exports and increased prices per pair. However, profitability came under pressure in the third quarter
荐Lavoro aims to take a one-third share of the security and defence market by 2030
The Portuguese company that specialises in the production of professional footwear, has set itself the target of producing and marketing a third of the Portuguese security and defence needs by 2030
荐Allbirds lowers full year outlook
The US-based company has lowered its full year outlook after posting another decline in third quarter revenue. Structural changes and ongoing turnaround efforts are continuing to impact sales
荐Under Armour posts weak second quarter
Despite modest international growth and early “signs of brand momentum in North America”, the US-based sportswear group posted a weak second quarter, marked by reduced profitability
荐Capri Holdings refocuses on Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo
Following an encouraging set of second quarter results, which saw improvements in revenue, gross margin and operating income, the US-based luxury group is preparing for life after Versace
荐Wolverine Worldwide on upward trajectory, named Company of the Year
Fresh from being named Company of the Year by Footwear News, the US-based outdoor company announced a solid third quarter, with revenue growing by 6.8% year-on-year
荐VF Corp second quarter beats expectations
The US-based company has reported performance in the second quarter that exceeded expectations, driven by its The North Face and Timberland brands. This further strengthens the companys turnaround strategy
荐Steve Madden projects fourth quarter rebound
The US-based designer and marketer of footwear reported modest revenue growth in the third quarter as new import tariffs and higher costs weighed on margins, though demand for its core collections remained strong