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Rihanna’s Puma Exit Proves the Celebrity Sneaker Bubble Has Burst

Once upon a time, having a cultural superstar under a brand’s umbrella was a huge win across fashion. Today, it’s clear that strategy doesn’t work as well.

Rihanna’s Puma Exit Proves the Celebrity Sneaker Bubble Has Burst

Once upon a time, having a cultural superstar under a brand’s umbrella was a huge win across fashion. Today, it’s clear that strategy doesn’t work as well.


Swatch’s Audemars Piguet Collab Is Filling the Gap Sneakers Left

Audemars Piguet took a page out of the sneaker industry’s book to democratise its brand and release the most discussed product of the year so far.

Swatch’s Audemars Piguet Collab Is Filling the Gap Sneakers Left

Audemars Piguet took a page out of the sneaker industry’s book to democratise its brand and release the most discussed product of the year so far.


On’s Margins Look More Like Luxury Than Sneakers. Can It Last?

The Swiss footwear and apparel company’s gross margin far outpaces that of its industry rivals, hovering closer to the levels seen at luxury brands. But as the company grows, its new baseline margin rate will be hard to maintain.

On’s Margins Look More Like Luxury Than Sneakers. Can It Last?

The Swiss footwear and apparel company’s gross margin far outpaces that of its industry rivals, hovering closer to the levels seen at luxury brands. But as the company grows, its new baseline margin rate will be hard to maintain.


Why Can’t Sneaker Brands Let Go of Nostalgia?

Reebok’s upcoming reissue of a mid-2000s shoe is a symptom of a bigger problem in the sneaker industry: its dependence on nostalgia.

Why Can’t Sneaker Brands Let Go of Nostalgia?

Reebok’s upcoming reissue of a mid-2000s shoe is a symptom of a bigger problem in the sneaker industry: its dependence on nostalgia.


Why Nike’s SNKRS App Isn’t Going Anywhere

Rumblings of the dissolution of Nike’s SNKRS app popped up over the weekend following layoffs at the brand, but you shouldn’t bet on it going anywhere.

Why Nike’s SNKRS App Isn’t Going Anywhere

Rumblings of the dissolution of Nike’s SNKRS app popped up over the weekend following layoffs at the brand, but you shouldn’t bet on it going anywhere.


Footwear’s Inflation Solution Is a Big Problem

US footwear sales have remained flat despite consumers buying less. Here’s why that’s a bad sign for the industry.

Footwear’s Inflation Solution Is a Big Problem

US footwear sales have remained flat despite consumers buying less. Here’s why that’s a bad sign for the industry.


What Fashion Can Offer Fencing as the Sport Eyes Growth

Fashion deals have been a promising path to growth for niche sports over the past few years. Now fencing wants in.

What Fashion Can Offer Fencing as the Sport Eyes Growth

Fashion deals have been a promising path to growth for niche sports over the past few years. Now fencing wants in.


An Up-Close Look At Nike’s and Adidas’ Battle For NYC

Nike and Adidas SoHo stores are within a few feet of one another in New York City. I visited both. Here are my impressions.

An Up-Close Look At Nike’s and Adidas’ Battle For NYC

Nike and Adidas SoHo stores are within a few feet of one another in New York City. I visited both. Here are my impressions.


Chip Wilson Keeps Lululemon’s Proxy Battle Going

The proxy battle at Lululemon continues as founder and ousted former CEO Chip Wilson pushes investors to vote for his preferred candidates in the company’s annual shareholder meeting.

Chip Wilson Keeps Lululemon’s Proxy Battle Going

The proxy battle at Lululemon continues as founder and ousted former CEO Chip Wilson pushes investors to vote for his preferred candidates in the company’s annual shareholder meeting.


For Adidas, Making Marathon History Worked Well

Adidas’ performance at the London Marathon established it as a leader in the running category.

For Adidas, Making Marathon History Worked Well

Adidas’ performance at the London Marathon established it as a leader in the running category.


Opinion: Lululemon’s CEO Choice Is a Missed Chance to Pacify Elliott

It’s difficult to see why the company didn’t select investor Elliott’s preferred candidate, Ralph Lauren Corp.’s Jane Nielsen, writes Andrea Felsted.

Opinion: Lululemon’s CEO Choice Is a Missed Chance to Pacify Elliott

It’s difficult to see why the company didn’t select investor Elliott’s preferred candidate, Ralph Lauren Corp.’s Jane Nielsen, writes Andrea Felsted.


Heidi O’Neill Deserves a Chance to Succeed at Lululemon

The Nike veteran’s appointment as Lululemon’s CEO doesn’t seem to be going over well with investors.

Heidi O’Neill Deserves a Chance to Succeed at Lululemon

The Nike veteran’s appointment as Lululemon’s CEO doesn’t seem to be going over well with investors.