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Children’s footwear brand Start-Rite names new CEO

Children’s footwear brand Start-Rite has named Hugo Adams as its new CEO, effective April 19. Adams joins from organic children’s clothing brand Frugi, where he was CEO since 2018. Prior to Frugi, he was chief of staff to Marc Bolland at Marks & Spencer and executive board director at Superdry. “Coming from a purpose-led business, I understand...

13 Apr 2021

Business

Toms “evolving” giving model alongside new youthful visual identity

In its 15th year, footwear brand Toms is moving away from its pioneering One for One giving model to a new impact strategy, which will see it donate a third of its annual net profits to grassroots organisations. The evolution of its new giving model is in response to the question it has been asking itself, “are we having the greatest impact,”...

6 Apr 2021

Business

Kids' footwear brand Young Soles expands US operations

Luxury children’s footwear brand Young Soles has announced it is expanding in the US following its incorporation as Young Soles Inc late last year. Since its incorporation, the brand said it has engaged a warehouse in St Louis, implemented a fully integrated EDI system, and developed a dedicated USA e-commerce site set to launch in February. The...

3 Feb 2021

business

The italian footwear industry: the first nine months of 2020 see drop in production (-29,4%) and in sales (-33,1%)

In the third quarter the dynamics recorded in the Italian footwear industry were somewhat less unfavourable, but still far from positive. This is the picture that emerges from the figures processed by the Confindustria Moda Research Centre on behalf of Assocalzaturifici, revealing a double-digit drop in the turnover of the companies surveyed...

5 Jan 2021

Fashion

Spring/Summer 2021 Womenswear footwear directions

Channelling the season’s core themes of craftsmanship, comfort and sustainability, SS21 footwear reflects the new normal consumer mindset. Artisanal constructions with an eco twist, forward yet functional components and practical yet desirable styles appropriate for changes in lifestyle ensure new season’s designs will appeal to the...

18 Dec 2020

Fashion

Timberland launches footwear made from renewable, recycled materials

VF Corp-owned Timberland has launched footwear made exclusively with renewable and recycled materials. The upper of the 'Truecloud', which comes in a boot version and a Chukka version, comprises 50 percent responsibly sourced wool and 50 percent nylon blend. The linings are made of 70 percent eucalyptus tree fibers, a renewable raw material that...

3 Dec 2020

Fashion

Kickers places spotlight on 50 creatives in new campaign

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, footwear brand Kickers is highlighting 50 creatives that it states “will shape their respective industries over the next 50 years”. Called the Kickers: Class of ’50, the list places a spotlight on a range of creatives from DJ’s to designers, art curators to dancers and editors, including Leanne Elliot Young of...

11 Nov 2020

Retail

Allbirds to raise prices on Black Friday instead of discounting

As retailers begin to announce plans for Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales, Allbirds has said that it will actually raise its prices on November 27. The sustainable footwear company is taking a stand against what it calls "a frenzied day of discounts and buyers’ remorse" to support the environment. Allbirds will raise all prices across its...

9 Nov 2020

Fashion

Marc Jacobs reunites with Dr. Martens for new collaboration

American fashion designer Marc Jacobs has teamed up with Dr. Martens as part of the iconic footwear brand’s ongoing 1460 remastered collaboration to celebrate its 60th anniversary. Jacobs first collaborated with Dr. Martens, 27 years ago in 1993, with his DM’s-adored Perry Ellis grunge collection and it is this “shared history of rebellion” that...

18 Sep 2020

Fashion

On to launch subscription service to drive circular economy in sportswear

Swiss-based high-performance running brand, On, is launching a subscription-based service to offer fully recyclable sportswear to its customers worldwide, as it looks to drive zero waste in sportswear. The subscription service, named Cyclon, will allow subscribers to receive and wear the latest in running sportswear and then return end-of-life...

15 Sep 2020

Fashion

Gant launches footwear collaboration with Diemme

American sportswear brand Gant has teamed up with Italian footwear maker Diemme on a limited-edition collection of hiking boots for autumn/winter 2020 to mark the brand’s first-ever collaboration. Produced in Diemme’s artisan factory, located an hour north of Venice, the boots have been designed to feature subtle design elements from Gant’s...

2 Sep 2020

Fashion

Skechers launches Dr Seuss-inspired footwear collection

US footwear brand Skechers has linked up with the iconic fictional world of children’s author Dr. Seuss for a new fashion and casual collection. Skechers x Dr. Seuss is a multi-year, worldwide footwear partnership kicking off with a collection inspired by the vibrant and bold characters and designs from one of the author’s most iconic works, The...

18 Aug 2020