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New Generation: meet Eliana Barros from Ownever
With a degree in Product Design, Eliana Barros is the founder of Ownever, a Portuguese leather goods brand focused on high-quality, sustainable products with a timeless design
Deichmann acquires Esprit shoe trademark
Amid insolvency proceedings, Esprit has sold its shoe brand rights in Europe and the United States to Deichmann. The German-based shoe retailer aims to expand its footwear offering in these markets
Miu Miu fuels strong performance for Prada Group
Against a challenging backdrop in the luxury segment, the Italy-based luxury continued to perform strongly. Miu Miu “upheld its thriving growth momentum”
Columbia posts mixed third quarter results with strong margins and sales decline
The US-based sportswear company reported a 5% decrease in revenue but improved its gross margin. Columbia also unveiled its new growth strategy, aimed at attracting younger and more active customers
Crocs posts slight revenue growth
The US footwear company has posted a slight revenue growth and increased gross margins for the third quarter, adjusting its fourth quarter and full year guidance. Heydude brand turnaround continues
Wolverine Worldwide appoints Susie Kuhn to lead Active Group
The US-based company has announced the appointment of industry veteran Susie Kuhn as President of its Active Group, which includes the Merrell, Saucony, and Chaco brands
WoolOvers doubles down on British production for Hotter Shoes
WoolOvers plans to expand Hotter Shoes’ British manufacturing, improving customer satisfaction and supporting local jobs. Production target is one million pairs per year
SEEK launches new concept in response to new market needs
The streetwear-focused SEEK exhibition has announced a new solution-focused and adaptable concept in response to new market needs. The next edition will take place throughout January 2025
Join the 11th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey
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VF Corp reports sequential quarterly improvement
Although the company’s revenue was still down year-on-year in the second quarter, there were signs of improvement, especially in the performance of Vans, which has weighed on VF’s overall performance
CTCP coordinates project to support the digitalisation of the Albanian footwear industry
The Portuguese Technological Footwear Centre (CTCP) coordinates The Digi4Wearables capacity-building project, which focuses on supporting the digitalisation of the footwear industry in Albania
US Retail: expectations on the rise for the last quarter
The summer months have brought relief to footwear retailers, as sales in the category now appear to be on an upward trend. Although consumers remain cautious, the slowdown in employment and inflation is somehow starting to lift their spirits and retailers are showing signs of restocking. As the winter holidays approach, and despite question marks over the geopolitical turmoil and the upcoming presidential election, it’s safe to say that expectations are on the rise
Footasylum secures new bank funding to boost UK expansion
The new funding from HSBC UK will be used to expand stores, improve technology and support exclusive brands. The agreement encourages Footasylum to meet sustainability targets to decrease loan costs
Skechers reports record third quarter results
The US-based footwear company reported record third quarter results, boosted by international and domestic sales, and set strong guidance for the fourth quarter and full year 2024
Birkenstock expands presence in South Korea with new e-commerce platform
The global brand with German roots has launched a dedicated e-commerce website and loyalty programme in South Korea. Birkenstock also plans to open physical stores in 2025
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