Footwear
Announced closures by shoemakers in China
According to the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) website Stella International is closing its facility in Dongguan city. The same source has reported that 60 other shoemakers are closing their business in the Putian city (Fujian)
GDS presents 2016/2017 autumn/winter trends
From the 10th to 12th of February the international shoe sector will be meeting in Düsseldorf for the 121st edition of the GDS – Global Destination for Shoes & Accessories. Just under 800 brands will present their collections for the new season
Pitti Uomo with record-breaking edition
The organization of the Florence-based trade fair has announced another record-breaking edition event. 1 219 brands attended Pitti Immagine Uomo
High-End Shoe project announces first outcomes
The European Erasmus+ project aims to provide innovative training for the luxury footwear segment helping European companies to enhance the manufacturing of high-end footwear in Europe, an object of desire by worldwide consumers
Foot Locker and Pensole in collaboration
The US-based footwear giant and the specialized footwear design academy get together as part of the initiative Fuel the Future of Footwear
Spanish footwear exports consolidate growth
According to FICE, the Federation of Spanish Footwear Industries, during the first nine months of 2015 exports have reached 2 311.6 million euros (122.2 million pairs)
Pat O'Malley named President of the Saucony brand
US-based footwear giant Wolverine World Wide announced the appointment of the new President of the Saucony brand, who will succeed Richie Woodworth
Shoe Carnival reiterates sales and earnings outlook
The US–based footwear and accessories retailer announced the reiteration of its sales and earnings outlook for the fourth quarter ending on the 30th of January
APICCAPS with bi-monthly TV program
TV program What´s Up - Olhar a Moda (What´s Up - Look Fashion) launched by the Portuguese Footwear, Components and Leather Goods Manufacturers’ Association (APICCAPS) in 2014 will be broadcasted every two weeks in several TV channels
Burberry with stable sales
The luxury British-based brand had a 1% retail revenue growth in the third-quarter, mainly driven by a minor recovery in China and improved demand in Europe
AAFA names Rick Helfenbein President & CEO
The American Apparel & Footwear Association Board of Directors announced that Rick Helfenbein, an experienced apparel and footwear executive and current AAFA Chairman, will take on the role of President and CEO starting on the 15th of February
Sales growth at Steve Madden
The US-based designer and marketer of fashion footwear and accessories for women, men and children, announced preliminary sales results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended on the 31st of December
Brazilian footwear exports grew in November
According to data released by the Brazilian Shoe Manufacturers Association, footwear exports registered an increase of 4.7% in November in comparison with the previous month. From January to November, sales abroad declined by 11.3% compared to similar period last year-
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