Edward Buchanan Opens New Creative Hub in Milan
A new space called The Situation will host exhibitions and residencies and provide resources to Black, queer and other under-represented creatives.
footwear
Technology
Adidas to Mass-Produce 3D-Printed Shoes
The new 'Futurecraft 4D' shoe is part of a broader push by the sportswear giant to react faster to changing fashions and create more customised products.
Retail
Shoe Carnival Reports Fourth Quarter Loss
Shoe Carnival shares have declined 8 percent since the beginning of the year.
News & Analysis
Meet Pierre Denis: The Fashion ‘Outsider’ Steering Jimmy Choo
"While carrying on with the day job of shifting plenty of £2995 Cinderella slippers in London, New York and Paris, he has led expansion in Asia and a
News & Analysis
Under Armour’s Sneaker Problems, Explained by One Metric
"Under Armour said its footwear revenue grew 36 percent in its Q4 results, but NPD Group says Under Armour footwear sales declined 20 percent in the
News & Analysis
Big Business of Footwear on Display at Outdoor Retail Expo
Footwear accounted for $4.7 billion in sales 2016, second only to outerwear within an industry that did $18.8 billion in sales last year.
Financial Markets
Finish Line Reports Third-Quarter Loss
The Finish Line Inc. on Wednesday reported a loss of $40.4 million in its fiscal third quarter.
News & Analysis
A 150-Year-Old British Footwear Factory, Through the Lens of Martin Parr
"The venerable British footwear brand Grenson has enjoyed a renaissance in the hands of the designer Tim Little; its sturdy handmade shoes and boots
News & Analysis
Under Armour Declines Over Fears That Steph Curry Shoe Is a Flop
Under Armour is counting on footwear to help fuel its next wave of growth, and Curry — a National Basketball Association star who plays for the Golden State Warriors — is central to those efforts.
News & Analysis
New Balance Created Its PR Crisis. Neo-Nazis Aren’t Helping
Days after the shoe company drew ire for praising the trade policies of President-elect Donald Trump, a neo-Nazi blogger on Saturday declared his support for New Balance footwear.
Financial Markets
Crocs Reports Third-Quarter Loss
Crocs Inc. on Wednesday reported a loss of $1.5 million in its third quarter.
China
Is Sneaker Production Making a Return Run To The US?
Cheaper labour costs drove athletic shoe production to Asia in the 1970s, but it's beginning to regain a foothold in the United States.
News & Analysis
Ivanka Trump Doesn't Flinch
"As she leads her brand into its next stage, Ivanka reveals how she's navigating the drama around her father's presidential campaign."
The News in Brief
L’Oréal Joins Forces With Nykaa to Invest in Indian Beauty Brands
BOLD, the French conglomerate’s venture capital fund, will collaborate with retailer Nykaa to invest in the next generation of Indian beauty brands.
Private Equity Firm Inflexion Invests in Manucurist
The European investor, which previously backed Medik8, has taken a 49 percent stake in the premium French nail line.
H&M Profit Rises on Tariff Refunds as Sales Remain Sluggish
US tariff refunds drove an increase operating profit, even as the fast-fashion retailer has struggled to deliver consistent sales growth.
Arnault Clan to Change LVMH Holding Structure to Ensure Control
Under the plan, the world’s biggest luxury group will be controlled by one entity, Agache SCA, after Christian Dior SE, one of the current holding companies of LVMH, is delisted.
JD Sports Says Nike Turnaround Is Only a Matter of Time
Dominic Platt, chief financial officer of the British sportswear retailer, told Reuters, ‘Much as there's a lot of talk about Nike, it's still the most popular brand out there and it's still a very strong brand.’
Chanel Plans to Keep Investing in China Despite Demand Downturn
CEO Leena Nair pointed to the brand’s recent renovation of its Plaza 66 boutique in Shanghai, calling China ‘a market where the clients understand sophistication, refinement.’
Meta Expected to Unveil Smart Glasses Without Camera
Smart glasses have become a target of criticism in recent months amid growing concerns they can be used to record people without their consent.