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News spoke with restructuring expert Michael Appel of Appel Associates LLC to get his read on retail and the shoe industry against the backdrop of tariffs and what to expect in 2026.…
Oofos is reorganizing its top leadership roles. On Wednesday, the recovery footwear brand tapped industry veteran Angel Martinez to serve as co-chief executive officer. He will serve…
ERL is expanding its category once again with the launch of a new boot. Called the Vamp Boots, the new shoe by the Venice Beach, Calif.-based cult fashion brand is a sculptural boot…
has a new tariff headache, courtesy of U.S. President Donald J. Trump. Trump on Friday threatened a round of “massive increase” of tariffs on Chinese imports to the U.S., according to a…
From retail doors to gross margin and even wholesale opportunities, Steve Madden Ltd.’s acquisition of Kurt Geiger is looking like a prescient move to some Wall Street analysts. BTIG’s…
LONDON — The Spanish sneaker brand Hoff founded by Fran Marchena in 2017 is marking a new stage of its business. The brand has appointed David Tourniaire-Beauciel head of design and he…
Thom Browne injected color and whimsy into his alien-friendly spring 2026 show on Monday, all the way down to his creative footwear inventions. Among the shoes were some fascinating hybrid…
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Amazon Prime Day is back for October — officially under…
Shoe buying and the start of the holiday shopping season are just around the corner. That’s because Amazon‘s October Prime Day sales are slated to start on Tuesday for two days. The online…
Shailene Woodley attended Fendi’s spring 2026 show at Milan Fashion Week on Wednesday, wearing sandals from the fashion house’s Arco shoe line. The actress went for an all-black ensemble…
MILAN — Flats, flip-flops, preppy loafers and retro-tinged slim sneakers might be all the rage at the moment, but never underestimate the power of a high heel. Just ask Annamaria Brivio.…
LONDON — This season, luxury labels and emerging brands dreamt up a style for every shoeaholic at London Fashion Week. At her show, “Cage of Innocence,” Dilara Findikoglu teamed up with…
Amer Sports Inc. has high hopes for its Arc’teryx brand — and Wall Street approves of its star-power status. The parent of Arc’teryx, Salomon and Wilson Sports, among other brands, held…
The Portuguese Footwear Association (APICCAPS) is set to unveil four exclusive partnerships with celebrated designers including Theophilio, Campillo, Kallmeyer and Libertine this New York…
Jen Hanna knows a lot about golf shoes. As a former LPGA professional golfer and an NCAA Division I golf coach, as well as a First-Team All-American and Southern Conference champion,…
Bernadette is all about putting its best foot forward. Starting Saturday, the Antwerp-based label known for sleek yet sumptuous silk dresses will offer shoes to match. It’s an extension…
The Italian footwear industry reported another period of declines, according to the latest data from Confindustria Moda Research Centre for Assocalzaturifici, the national association…
Rihanna blended relaxed clothing with polished footwear for her latest maternity look. The singer stepped out in Los Angeles on Wednesday, wearing a pair of white and black Miu Miu cap-toe…
Justin Bieber released his seventh studio album, “Swag,” in July, but that’s not the only creative endeavor of his that launched this summer — his long-teased fashion brand, Skylrk,…
has yet to see the full impact from the removal of the de minimis trade exception. That’s expected to change, particularly when combined with the implementation of higher tariffs. Katie…
LONDON — British label Russell & Bromley has tapped actress and singer Billie Piper as the first celebrity campaign face in its 145-year history. Piper fronts the fall 2025 campaign,…
Amer Sports is still in its early innings of a long growth spurt. “Amer Sports strong momentum continued in the second quarter as our unique portfolio of premium technical brands continues…
Zoë Kravitz left behind her heels for a “Caught Stealing” photo call in London on Tuesday, opting instead for dainty ballet flats — embracing one of the biggest trends in right now. The…
“Men, I may not know. But shoes, shoes I know.” These are words uttered by Carrie Bradshaw, played by Sarah Jessica Parker, in the original “Sex and the City” series. The stylish writer,…
