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Bio-based sole project targets footwear emissions
Amsterdam-based sustainability platform Fashion for Good launched “The Next Stride,” a 12-month initiative focused on reducing the environmental footprint of the global footwear industry by replacing fossil fuel-based sole materials with bio-based alternatives. Developed in partnership with Adidas, Target and Zalando, the project brings together innovators such as Algenesis Labs, ...
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ArticleUS footwear distributors and retailers expect to pay $2bn more in import duties this year
The Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) estimates that its industry faces a $2 billion increase in import duties this year due to the tariffs introduced this year by the administration of the US President, Donald Trump. “The Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America is an 81-year-old organization that ...
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The German shoe store Schuhhaus Hammes closes after 129 years
Schuhhaus Hammes, a traditional shoe store and longtime fixture in the retail scene of the German town of Trier, will close its doors on Sept. 30, after 129 years in business. Founded in 1896 by Paul Hammes, the family-run store has operated across multiple locations throughout its history, most ...
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ArticleConcentration in German brick-and-mortar footwear and fashion retail hits new high
The concentration of brick-and-mortar fashion retailers in Germany is increasing, with large companies dominating the clothing and footwear market and the number of small specialty stores continuing to decline, a survey from BTE, the German trade association for textiles, footwear and leather goods, showed. The findings are based on 2023 ...
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ArticleSteve’s plans opening a temporary store in Courmayeur
Steve’s, an Italian producer of sustainable premium sneakers, plans to open a temporary store in the Italian high-end resort town of Courmayeur this November, as it seeks to jump-start the planned expansion of its distribution network. The idea is for the Courmayeur temporary store to remain open from November through ...
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Kering names a new CEO for Gucci
Kering has appointed of Francesca Bellettini as President and Chief Executive Officer of Gucci, reporting to Luca de Meo, the CEO of the French luxury goods group since Sept. 15. Bellettini replaces Stefano Cantino who only held the job for nine months. “At this pivotal moment, I intend to build ...
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Footway buys a logistics center and launches a new service
The Swedish e-commerce footwear specialist Footway has raised SEK 100 million (€9.1m) to acquire a logistics facility in Eskilstuna. The 48,000 square meter facility is located 100 kilometers west of Stockholm. The company had previously leased the warehouse, which is said to be a central part of the logistics hub ...
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Footwear designer Gino Jagindar Singh passes away
The Singapore-based shoe designer Gino Jagindar Singh, best known for the brand Riccino Shoes, died on Sept. 11 at the age of 73. “For those of you who knew him, who were his customers for a long time, my dearest father has gone to be with the Lord today,” his ...
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ArticleEU plans to finalize a free trade agreement with India by year end
The European Union (EU) said that it is committed to finalizing a trade agreement with India by the end of 2025. ”Europe is already India’s biggest trading partner and we are committed to finalising our Free Trade Agreement by the end of the year. Europe is open for business. And ...
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Clarks to launch a digital market place in 2026
In early 2026, Clarks will launch its first digital marketplace. The platform, to be called Clarks Marketplace, will feature a “curated roster of like-minded partners”, including the bootmaker Hunter, the childrenswear brand Frugi, the travel brand Antler Luggage and the women’s clothing label Kettlewell Colours. The British footwear brand said ...
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Veja picks NewStore’s unified commerce platform
The US company NewStore said that Veja has chosen its unified commerce platform to strengthen its omnichannel activity. The system, NewStore Omnichannel POS, is currently available for Veja’s businesses in Denmark, Germany and the US. It will be rolled out to all of Veja’s owned stores and department store ...
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VF sells Dickies for $600m
VF Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to sell Dickies for $600 million to Bluestar Alliance, a global brand management firm. Dickies is an American heritage brand that sits at the intersection of workwear and streetwear, with distribution in 55 countries. The transaction is expected to close by the ...
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News briefsGeox may cut 110-150 jobs
Geox may cut between 110 and 150 jobs as the Italian footwear company seeks to reduce costs. The company said that on Sept. 10 it held a meeting with trade unions and the Italian employers confederation Confindustria to present envisaged measures to implement the industrial plan approved by Geox’s board ...
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Gymshark launches a footwear line in a collaboration with R.A.D
Gymshark, a British brand of fitness apparel, has launched a footwear line in collaboration with R.A.D, a British label of performance shoes. The companies produced two limited-edition models – the R.A.D ONE V2 and the R.A.D R-1 – in five colorways for men and women. The Gymshark X R.A.D collaboration ...
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Salvatore Ferragamo’s CFO steps down
Salvatore Ferragamo said that its Chief Financial Officer, Pierre La Tour, will step down on Sept. 26 to pursue new professional opportunities in another line of business. The Italian fashion house said that Paolo La Morgia will become interim CFO on Sept. 29. He joined Ferragamo in 2010. Since 2024, ...
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ArticleMysize buys ShoeSize.Me to offer footwear sizing recommendations
MySize, an Israeli AI-driven measurement and fashion technology solutions provider, has bought ShoeSize.Me, a European SaaS company specializing in AI-powered footwear sizing and fit solutions, in a transaction structured primarily as a share deal. MySize issued 241,093 shares of common stock to the sellers of ShoeSize.Me plus a cash payment ...
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3G completes the acquisition of Skechers
On Sept 12, 3G Capital completed the acquisition of Skeckers, taking the US footwear company private. On the same day, Skechers’ shares stopped trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The acquisition was announced on May 5, 2025. Skechers will continue to be led by its executive management team, including ...
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Manitobah’s first collection with anatomical left-right fit
Manitobah, the Winnipeg-based Indigenous-founded footwear company, has unveiled its fall 2025 Two Rivers Collection, marking the first time in the brand’s history that it offers a true left and right footbed. The collection represents a milestone for the company, blending generations of Indigenous craftsmanship with contemporary performance features. Founded in ...
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Cirql appoints new a Development & Innovation Director
Cirql, the Vietnam-based innovation company specializing in low-impact, scalable midsole components and materials for footwear brands, has appointed Renaud Allaire as its new Development & Innovation Director. Allaire, who previously held senior roles at Puma and On Running, brings a wealth of experience in product innovation, materials science and sustainable ...
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US threatens Brazil after Bolsonaro conviction
The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, said that the US will respond to the Brazilian supreme court’s decision to convict former Brazilian President, Jair Bolsonaro, for plotting a coup after losing the 2022 presidential election. “The political persecutions by sanctioned human rights abuser Alexandre de Moraes continue, as he ...
