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Nikolai Christensen: MOVV aims to build a loyal community of runners by creating products that bring joy and progress

Premium ContentFeb 17, 2025 / Denmark
We spoke to Nikolai Christensen, Founder of MOVV, to learn more about his new minimalist and functional Scandinavian footwear venture. We talked about the company’s mission, challenges and recent initiatives

Silvia Onofri appointed as the new CEO of Miu Miu

Feb 14, 2025 / Italy
The Italy-based Prada Group has announced the appointment of Silvia Onofri as CEO of its Miu Miu brand. She was president of VF Corp-owned outerwear brand Napapijri until January

Maison Margiela appoints Glenn Martens as creative director

Feb 5, 2025 / France
The OTB-owned luxury brand has found a successor to John Galliano, who left the label in December. Glenn Martens is the new creative director at Maison Margiela

Lloyd unveils new brand identity

Jan 13, 2025 / Germany
After changing its name from Lloyd Shoes to Lloyd Lifestyle following its acquisition by Swiss company Arklyz last year, the German footwear company has unveiled its new brand identity

Dr. Martens global creative director steps down after a decade with the company

Jan 8, 2025 / United Kingdom
Dr. Martens Creative Director Darren McKoy is stepping down from his position after a decade with the footwear company. No replacement has yet been announced

New Generation: Armando Cabral

Jan 6, 2025 / Portugal
He appeared as a model at an early age and walked the world’s most important catwalks. Now, he is taking his first steps on the business side, with the opening of his new store on Fifth Avenue in New York. This is Armando Cabral

Italian and Scottish brands unite for European shoe collections

Jan 3, 2025 / Italy
Nice Footwear, through Nice Brand Lab, deepens its collaboration with Scottish fashion brand Lyle & Scott to create and distribute exclusive footwear collections across Europe

Bottega Veneta appoints Louise Trotter as Creative Director

Dec 19, 2024 / France
The British designer will succeed Matthieu Blazy at the creative leadership of the luxury label, parent company Kering and Bottega Veneta announced in a joint release

Future Fashion shuts down Design Italian Shoes

Dec 17, 2024 / Italy
The Italian footwear brand DIS will cease operations in 2024 after Future Fashion's efforts to sustain the business, including pivoting to digital innovation, have proved unsuccessful

John Galliano leaves Maison Margiela

Dec 16, 2024 / France
The renowned British designer will leave the OTB-owned luxury brand, bringing to an end a successful 10-year collaboration. His next move remains unknown

LAST CALL! Join the 11th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey

Dec 11, 2024 / Business Conditions Survey
The WorldFootwear.com is asking all experts within the footwear industry to share their views on the current business situation. Join the new edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey. WE WANT TO HEAR YOU!

SECOND CALL! Join the 11th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey

Nov 19, 2024 / Business Conditions Survey
The WorldFootwear.com is asking all experts within the footwear industry to share their views on the current business situation. Join the new edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey. WE WANT TO HEAR YOU!

Join the 11th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey

Oct 30, 2024 / Business Conditions Survey
The WorldFootwear.com is asking all experts within the footwear industry to share their views on the current business situation. Join the new edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey. WE WANT TO HEAR YOU!

Kering promotes Stefano Cantino to CEO of Gucci

Oct 9, 2024 / France
The French luxury group has announced that Stefano Cantino, who joined Gucci in May 2024 as Deputy CEO, has been promoted to CEO of the brand. He will succeed Jean-François Palus

Axel Arigato opens New York flagship store, marking its US debut

Oct 8, 2024 / Sweden
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Swedish footwear brand Axel Arigato opened its first US store in New York, bringing Scandinavian minimalism and signature designs to the SoHo neighbourhood
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