Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
footwear
Luxury
How Aquazzura Built a Business By Making Sensible Shoes Sexy
BoF’s Entrepreneurship Week continues with Florence-based footwear brand Aquazzura, which has tripled its business over the past two years to become one of the most promising labels in the luxury market.
How Aquazzura Built a Business By Making Sensible Shoes Sexy
BoF’s Entrepreneurship Week continues with Florence-based footwear brand Aquazzura, which has tripled its business over the past two years to become one of the most promising labels in the luxury market.
News & Analysis
Adidas Sues Skechers, Claiming 'Springblade' Shoe Knockoff
Adidas escalated its legal battle against Skechers over athletic sneaker designs, filing a lawsuit accusing Skechers of stealing its "Springblade" concept for its similar "Mega Flex" shoe.
Adidas Sues Skechers, Claiming 'Springblade' Shoe Knockoff
Adidas escalated its legal battle against Skechers over athletic sneaker designs, filing a lawsuit accusing Skechers of stealing its "Springblade" concept for its similar "Mega Flex" shoe.
News & Analysis
Adidas Remixes '90s Kate Moss for Gazelle Reboot
Adidas has partnered with Kate Moss and bessnyc4 to launch its re-issued Gazelle sneakers, which some have called 'the new Stan Smiths.'
Adidas Remixes '90s Kate Moss for Gazelle Reboot
Adidas has partnered with Kate Moss and bessnyc4 to launch its re-issued Gazelle sneakers, which some have called 'the new Stan Smiths.'
News & Analysis
Women Workers Exploited in India's High End Shoe Industry, Say Campaigners
India's growing shoe industry relies on women who work from home, earn less than the minimum wage and lack any legal rights.
Women Workers Exploited in India's High End Shoe Industry, Say Campaigners
India's growing shoe industry relies on women who work from home, earn less than the minimum wage and lack any legal rights.
News & Analysis
Remix My Sneakers
Modification ‘artists’ with names like The Shoe Surgeon are selling hand-crafted, remixed sneakers, sometimes for thousands of dollars.
Remix My Sneakers
Modification ‘artists’ with names like The Shoe Surgeon are selling hand-crafted, remixed sneakers, sometimes for thousands of dollars.
Technology
Nike Unveils Its First Self-Lacing Sneaker
Nike Inc. has unveiled its first self-lacing sneaker — it allows users to make the fit looser or snugger by pressing buttons on the side of the shoe.
Nike Unveils Its First Self-Lacing Sneaker
Nike Inc. has unveiled its first self-lacing sneaker — it allows users to make the fit looser or snugger by pressing buttons on the side of the shoe.
Marketing
Pharrell, Not Kanye, Is Boosting Adidas
Céline designer Phoebe Philo is also helping, as nondescript kicks from the 1970s become a multibillion dollar business.
Pharrell, Not Kanye, Is Boosting Adidas
Céline designer Phoebe Philo is also helping, as nondescript kicks from the 1970s become a multibillion dollar business.
Workplace & Talent
Why You Need to Move to Footwear’s ‘Silicon Valley’
Portland, Oregon, is a thriving hub for the athletic footwear industry, with a vibrant ecosystem of big brands, start-ups, contractors, headhunters and top talent.
Why You Need to Move to Footwear’s ‘Silicon Valley’
Portland, Oregon, is a thriving hub for the athletic footwear industry, with a vibrant ecosystem of big brands, start-ups, contractors, headhunters and top talent.
Marketing
Adidas Makes Late Sprint in Crowded Race to Sell Women Sneakers
Adidas is designing more sneakers, jackets and other garments specifically for women’s sports as part of a turnaround attempt after several years of mixed performance.
Adidas Makes Late Sprint in Crowded Race to Sell Women Sneakers
Adidas is designing more sneakers, jackets and other garments specifically for women’s sports as part of a turnaround attempt after several years of mixed performance.
News & Analysis
Why Shoe Startups Are Making Sneakers From Wool
The economics of all-natural ingredients is helping new sneaker brands get a toehold in Nike's market.
Why Shoe Startups Are Making Sneakers From Wool
The economics of all-natural ingredients is helping new sneaker brands get a toehold in Nike's market.
News & Analysis
Inside the Iteration of Converse’s Chuck Taylors
The maker of Chuck Taylor All-Stars is on a drive to update its shoes. Is that what consumers really want?
Inside the Iteration of Converse’s Chuck Taylors
The maker of Chuck Taylor All-Stars is on a drive to update its shoes. Is that what consumers really want?
Financial Markets
Puma Profit Tops Estimates as Rihanna-Designed Shoes Boost Sales
Puma SE reported fourth-quarter earnings that topped estimates as singer Rihanna helped sharpen the German sportswear brand’s focus on performance wear and women’s gear.
Puma Profit Tops Estimates as Rihanna-Designed Shoes Boost Sales
Puma SE reported fourth-quarter earnings that topped estimates as singer Rihanna helped sharpen the German sportswear brand’s focus on performance wear and women’s gear.
The News in Brief
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.
Sydney Towle, Influencer and Health Activist, Has Died
Towle, known for sharing her life as a young woman living with cancer, passed away aged 26 on Wednesday.
Ralph Lauren Beats Estimates on Demand From Affluent Shoppers
Strong sales among young and affluent shoppers helped drive quarterly revenue above analysts' expectations.
Kenvue Misses Estimates as Inflation, Tariffs Squeeze Margins
The US consumer health company and parent of Neutrogena narrowly missed Wall Street estimates for second-quarter results as tariffs and currency-related costs offset sales gains.