Converse CEO Pledges Review Over Ad Critics Say Evoked KKK
The head of Converse promised to review internal processes and told employees he will make any necessary changes in an internal memo seen by Bloomberg.
footwear
Technology
The New Way Brands Are Battling, and Sometimes Even Beating, Bots
Rather than limit who can put in orders for limited-edition sneakers, watches and collectibles, retailers are throwing open their drops — and then using data analytics to quietly kick bad actors to the back of the line.
The New Way Brands Are Battling, and Sometimes Even Beating, Bots
Rather than limit who can put in orders for limited-edition sneakers, watches and collectibles, retailers are throwing open their drops — and then using data analytics to quietly kick bad actors to the back of the line.
Retail
The Category Where Nike Is Racing to Catch Up
The world’s biggest footwear brand has struggled to fend off competition in the fast-growing running category. Earnings this week provide an opportunity to show progress.
The Category Where Nike Is Racing to Catch Up
The world’s biggest footwear brand has struggled to fend off competition in the fast-growing running category. Earnings this week provide an opportunity to show progress.
Retail
The Year Ahead: How Brands Are Reinventing Outdoor Wear
The lines between functionality and style will continue to blur as consumers continue to embrace ”gorpcore” and competition increases among technical outdoor wear players, according to The State of Fashion 2024.
The Year Ahead: How Brands Are Reinventing Outdoor Wear
The lines between functionality and style will continue to blur as consumers continue to embrace ”gorpcore” and competition increases among technical outdoor wear players, according to The State of Fashion 2024.
Sustainability
Target, New Balance Among New Collective of Brands Pushing Circular Footwear
The eight founding members of the nonprofit initiative say it is the first of its kind explicitly focused on the challenge for shoes.
Target, New Balance Among New Collective of Brands Pushing Circular Footwear
The eight founding members of the nonprofit initiative say it is the first of its kind explicitly focused on the challenge for shoes.
Retail
Puma Sticks to Full-Year Profit Forecast Despite Q3 Earnings Drop
Puma stood by its full-year outlook on Tuesday and reported a stronger than expected third-quarter profit margin, reassuring investors and boosting its shares after a stronger euro dented the German sportswear brand’s quarterly earnings.
Puma Sticks to Full-Year Profit Forecast Despite Q3 Earnings Drop
Puma stood by its full-year outlook on Tuesday and reported a stronger than expected third-quarter profit margin, reassuring investors and boosting its shares after a stronger euro dented the German sportswear brand’s quarterly earnings.
Retail
Puma’s Call With Analysts Sends Stock Down Most in Three Years
Puma SE shares had their biggest intraday drop in more than three years after the sportswear company’s comments on a call with analysts spurred worries about sales.
Puma’s Call With Analysts Sends Stock Down Most in Three Years
Puma SE shares had their biggest intraday drop in more than three years after the sportswear company’s comments on a call with analysts spurred worries about sales.
Partner Content
Inside the Apparel Team at On with Tim Coppens
On’s apparel designer discusses how collaboration, product innovation and sustainability plays into the design approach at the Roger Federer-backed Swiss sportswear brand.
Inside the Apparel Team at On with Tim Coppens
On’s apparel designer discusses how collaboration, product innovation and sustainability plays into the design approach at the Roger Federer-backed Swiss sportswear brand.
Retail
Dr. Martens Shares Rise on Report of Stake Building by Activist Investor
Britain’s Dr. Martens’ shares were trading up 4 percent after Sky News reported that activist fund manager Sparta Capital accumulated stock worth tens of millions of pounds in the London-listed bootmaker.
Dr. Martens Shares Rise on Report of Stake Building by Activist Investor
Britain’s Dr. Martens’ shares were trading up 4 percent after Sky News reported that activist fund manager Sparta Capital accumulated stock worth tens of millions of pounds in the London-listed bootmaker.
Direct-to-Consumer
Tamara Mellon Announces Partnership With Footwear Licensing Company
Luxury shoe designer Tamara Mellon is partnering with licensing company Titan Industries to operate and manufacture her namesake brand, the two companies announced Friday.
Tamara Mellon Announces Partnership With Footwear Licensing Company
Luxury shoe designer Tamara Mellon is partnering with licensing company Titan Industries to operate and manufacture her namesake brand, the two companies announced Friday.
Partner Content
Inside the Future of Footwear Manufacturing
BoF and the Portuguese Footwear Association co-hosted a panel discussion on the rapidly evolving footwear industry with CLINTS founder Junior Clint, Maria José Ferreira, head of research and development at the Portuguese Footwear Research and Technical Centre, and The Future Laboratory’s Marta Indeka.
Inside the Future of Footwear Manufacturing
BoF and the Portuguese Footwear Association co-hosted a panel discussion on the rapidly evolving footwear industry with CLINTS founder Junior Clint, Maria José Ferreira, head of research and development at the Portuguese Footwear Research and Technical Centre, and The Future Laboratory’s Marta Indeka.
Retail
Adidas Swamped With $565 Million in Orders for Unsold Yeezy Shoes
Adidas got orders worth more than €508 million ($565 million) for 4 million pairs of unsold Yeezy shoes, better than the company’s “most optimistic forecast,” the Financial Times reported on Monday.
Adidas Swamped With $565 Million in Orders for Unsold Yeezy Shoes
Adidas got orders worth more than €508 million ($565 million) for 4 million pairs of unsold Yeezy shoes, better than the company’s “most optimistic forecast,” the Financial Times reported on Monday.
Luxury
Tod’s Creative Director Walter Chiapponi to Step Down
Italian luxury fashion group Tod’s said on Wednesday that creative director Walter Chiapponi was leaving the company “by mutual agreement” after four years.
Tod’s Creative Director Walter Chiapponi to Step Down
Italian luxury fashion group Tod’s said on Wednesday that creative director Walter Chiapponi was leaving the company “by mutual agreement” after four years.
The News in Brief
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
Asos Names Law Roach ‘Stylist in Residence’
Online fashion retailer Asos has brought on celebrity stylist Law Roach to bring his creative lens and styling approach to its campaigns and recently relaunched magazine.
Boohoo’s New Chairman Stirs Controversy as Broker Drops Coverage
The online clothing retailer, which rebranded as Debenhams Group last year, said Friday that Iain McDonald had taken over from Tim Morris with immediate effect in a move aimed at ‘rebuilding equity value.’
Luxury Perfume Line Roja London Acquired by Extravaganza Beauty
Master perfumer and founder Roja Dove will remain with the brand in a new consultancy role.
UK Retail Sales Bounce Back With 0.5% Gain in August
Warm weather and a brighter national mood helped lift spending on clothing and household goods despite rising energy bills.
EssilorLuxottica Gets Rare Sell Call Amid Stock Slump, AI Glasses Concerns
Shares in the eyewear giant, one of Europe's best-rated blue chips, have dropped 55 percent since November, while concerns are mounting over slowing growth and privacy issues for its AI glasses with Meta.
Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.