Canada Goose Beats Revenue Estimates as Demand Holds Up
The outerwear brand beat expectations for first-quarter revenue, but new US tariffs on Canadian could affect future earnings.
footwear
Retail
Birkenstock Cracks Down on Fakes in India
Indian court-appointed representatives recently inspected factories to seize suspected counterfeit footwear, after the German brand launched an infringement lawsuit, sources said.
Birkenstock Cracks Down on Fakes in India
Indian court-appointed representatives recently inspected factories to seize suspected counterfeit footwear, after the German brand launched an infringement lawsuit, sources said.
Sports
The Fashion Revival of Basketball Sneakers
A wave of new performance basketball sneakers featuring fresh designs has shoppers once again considering the category for fashion and not just for wear on the court.
The Fashion Revival of Basketball Sneakers
A wave of new performance basketball sneakers featuring fresh designs has shoppers once again considering the category for fashion and not just for wear on the court.
Retail
Nike Fourth-Quarter Sales Fall by Less Than Expected
CEO Elliott Hill said the company is making progress in its turnaround effort, though a return to growth will take time.
Nike Fourth-Quarter Sales Fall by Less Than Expected
CEO Elliott Hill said the company is making progress in its turnaround effort, though a return to growth will take time.
Retail
Exclusive: Bata Group Names Panos Mytaros as New CEO
The former boss of Danish footwear brand Ecco will join Bata in September, taking over from Sandeep Kataria.
Exclusive: Bata Group Names Panos Mytaros as New CEO
The former boss of Danish footwear brand Ecco will join Bata in September, taking over from Sandeep Kataria.
Direct-to-Consumer
Rothy’s Has a Plan to Outlast the Ballet Flat Craze
The brand, which scored a hit nearly a decade ago with its flats woven from recycled plastic, has found a second act selling footwear that’s on-trend with Gen-Z.
Rothy’s Has a Plan to Outlast the Ballet Flat Craze
The brand, which scored a hit nearly a decade ago with its flats woven from recycled plastic, has found a second act selling footwear that’s on-trend with Gen-Z.
Retail
Skechers Shareholder Sues Footwear Maker for Details on $9.4 Billion 3G Buyout
A Skechers shareholder is suing the company, alleging that the controlling shareholder favoured a single bidder.
Skechers Shareholder Sues Footwear Maker for Details on $9.4 Billion 3G Buyout
A Skechers shareholder is suing the company, alleging that the controlling shareholder favoured a single bidder.
Sports
Why Hoka Is Slowing and On Keeps Growing
The two young sneaker brands have been neck and neck for years as they race to see which one will be the next sneaker giant, but recently Hoka’s growth has slipped while On has charged ahead.
Why Hoka Is Slowing and On Keeps Growing
The two young sneaker brands have been neck and neck for years as they race to see which one will be the next sneaker giant, but recently Hoka’s growth has slipped while On has charged ahead.
Partner Content
How Portuguese Brands Are Implementing Digital Strategies Today
The Portuguese Footwear Association, APICCAPS, invited brand leaders and business professionals across footwear and its adjacent industries to a day-long Digi4Fashion event in Porto, on digital opportunities for the industry in 2025. There, BoF spoke to footwear and fashion brands to learn about their key challenges in this area, and presented on opportunities and innovation in e-commerce today.
How Portuguese Brands Are Implementing Digital Strategies Today
The Portuguese Footwear Association, APICCAPS, invited brand leaders and business professionals across footwear and its adjacent industries to a day-long Digi4Fashion event in Porto, on digital opportunities for the industry in 2025. There, BoF spoke to footwear and fashion brands to learn about their key challenges in this area, and presented on opportunities and innovation in e-commerce today.
Sports
Change Is Coming to the Sneaker Retail Landscape
Dick’s Sporting Goods’ acquisition of Foot Locker will have impacts on the rest of the industry, from brands such as Nike and Adidas to rival retailers like JD Sports.
Change Is Coming to the Sneaker Retail Landscape
Dick’s Sporting Goods’ acquisition of Foot Locker will have impacts on the rest of the industry, from brands such as Nike and Adidas to rival retailers like JD Sports.
Partner Content
How Santoni Balances Craftsmanship With Innovation
As the Italian footwear brand marks its 50th anniversary, Santoni is eyeing up expansion into new regions and categories while doubling down on its commitment to quality, craftsmanship and its sustainability goals. BoF sits down with Giuseppe Santoni, president and chairman, to discuss the brand’s strategic focus for 2025.
How Santoni Balances Craftsmanship With Innovation
As the Italian footwear brand marks its 50th anniversary, Santoni is eyeing up expansion into new regions and categories while doubling down on its commitment to quality, craftsmanship and its sustainability goals. BoF sits down with Giuseppe Santoni, president and chairman, to discuss the brand’s strategic focus for 2025.
Retail
Amer Sports Raises 2025 Guidance on Strong Demand for Arc’teryx and Salomon Footwear
Shares of the athletic apparel and equipment maker hit an all-time high on Tuesday.
Amer Sports Raises 2025 Guidance on Strong Demand for Arc’teryx and Salomon Footwear
Shares of the athletic apparel and equipment maker hit an all-time high on Tuesday.
Sustainability
What’s the Carbon Footprint of Your Shoes?
Efforts to map the footwear industry’s carbon footprint have lagged behind those in fashion. A new study aims to start addressing that.
What’s the Carbon Footprint of Your Shoes?
Efforts to map the footwear industry’s carbon footprint have lagged behind those in fashion. A new study aims to start addressing that.
The News in Brief
Steven Madden Tops Expectations and Lifts Full-Year Outlook
The retailer raised its full-year revenue forecast again as its integration of luxury brand Kurt Geiger last year provided a tailwind.
Reformation and Its Backers Raise $210.9 Million in IPO
The womenswear brand and shareholders including private-equity backer Permira raised new funds in an IPO that priced shares at the bottom of the marketed range.
Adidas Shares Plunge After World Cup Spend Dents Profit
Shares in the company fell the most on record after its marketing outlay for the World Cup resulted in lower-than-expected quarterly profit.
British Fashion Council to Boost UK Fashion Beyond London
The new national initiative, Fashion Britain, aims to increase growth, innovation and participation in the industry across key cities.
Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.
Hermès Shares Dive as Sales and Chinese Weakness Disappoint
Hermès second quarter sales rose 7 percent, lifted by a recovery in tourism in Europe and strong demand in the US.
Shein Discloses FTC Probe in US, Warns of Significant Payments
According to documents the ultra-fast-fashion company filed in connection with its planned Hong Kong IPO, Shein is cooperating with the investigation and could face significant fines.