The 16th Annual Plus Awards, which was presented on the 3rd of February at the FFaNY Industry Appreciation Party in New York City, were nominated and voted on by footwear retailers nationwide in recognition of the industry’s most compelling product offerings.

“We are incredibly honored to be recognized with the Company of the Year award from Footwear Plus for the sixth time—capping off what has proven to be a banner year for Skechers”, began Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers, adding: “The awards that have been bestowed on Skechers for 2014 are a testament to the hard work of our entire team in elevating the company with innovative, stylish and comfortable footwear that’s in-demand around the globe. We’re positioned to continue defying expectations moving full throttle in 2015 with more great product that meets the needs of consumers and our amazing partners throughout the world.”

Greg Dutter, Editorial Director of Footwear Plus magazine commented on the achievement: “The Company is the definition of industry leader and knows how to constantly reinvent and evolve to meet the changing needs of consumers around the globe. Skechers delivered expertly on relevance in 2014 and we look forward to watching this Company connect with more new consumers in the years ahead.”

Skechers’ previous Footwear Plus awards include the Company of the Year Award in 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009 and 2010, and Plus Awards for Design Excellence in 2000 for Young Women’s Fashion, in 2001 for Women’s Streetwear, 2002 for Kids’ Fashion, and in 2013 for the Running and Children’s categories. Skechers also won Plus Awards for Design Excellence in Men’s Streetwear in 2005 and 2006 for its fashion brand Marc Ecko. The brand also achieved a Company of the Year win from Footwear News at the FN Achievement Awards in December.