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Retail: A new blueprint for brand activations with ‘Birkenstock x Bruut’

The traditional ‘product drop’ has evolved into a more complex phenomenon: the brand activation. Last week in Hoofddorp, the Dutch retailer Bruut proved that a successful collaboration goes beyond mere commercial gain. Working alongside Birkenstock and Mashi Radio, the launch of the Birkenstock Utti Lace was transformed into a high-energy...

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Vivobarefoot unveils new global campaign: Free Your Feet – because when you literally can’t feel the ground, how do you know where you stand?

A collective call to reconnect with the ground beneath us Vivobarefoot launches its latest global campaign, a powerful and unifying statement challenging the dominance of “big shoe” culture and inviting a return to something more instinctive: feeling. At the heart of the campaign is a collective of global ambassadors - each a pioneer in their...

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Skechers introduces Skechers Aero Razor™: ultra-lightweight performance running shoe for advanced runners

With the start of the running season and spring marathons and city runs approaching, Skechers introduces the Skechers AERO Razor™: an ultra-lightweight running shoe designed for speed, powerful toe-off and a smooth transition. The AERO Razor™ is developed for experienced runners who want to get the most out of every kilometre and are looking for...

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How Nothink Shoes solves the high heel vs. comfort dilemma

"I wanted a product that would eliminate the compromise between beauty and practicality, helping women to live with more freedom and light-heartedness," says Asia Pellegrini, the under-30 founder of Nothink Shoes, the brand for all heel lovers. The idea came from Asia Pellegrini, the under-30 founder of this shoe label. It was made possible by...

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Allbirds rebrands as NewBird AI, stock jumps 400 percent

US sustainable footwear company Allbirds has announced a radical shift in corporate strategy, transitioning from a fashion retailer to an artificial intelligence (AI) compute infrastructure provider. The San Francisco-based firm, which recently divested its brand assets, intends to rename itself NewBird AI as part of a pivot toward the...

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Streetwear brand Hoodrich to launch footwear in the US

British streetwear brand Hoodrich, founded by Jay Williams from his bedroom in Birmingham, is launching its inaugural footwear collection in the US exclusively with JD Sports, in partnership with the Eastman Group, a global footwear and apparel licensing company. Hoodrich, which became part of the Iconix International group in November 2023, has...

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Kane Footwear signs its first partnership with an NFL athlete

Kane Footwear, which focuses on active recovery shoes, is strengthening its ties to professional sports after naming Will Anderson Jr., Houston Texans defensive end and 2023 NFL defensive Rookie of the Year, as its first NFL athlete. John Gagliardi, founder and chief executive of Kane Footwear, said in a statement: “We’ve waited a long time to...

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Retailers and trend experts share footwear trends for autumn 2026

The buying season for autumn 2026 is now largely complete. As the next season approaches, retailers are shifting their focus to adjustments and additional buying opportunities. The in-season period provides a chance to respond to rapidly changing demand, new trends and unexpected bestsellers. Which styles remain commercially reliable? Where is...

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French Shoe brand Minelli enters administration again

Shoe brand Minelli has once again been placed into administration, two and a half years after a similar procedure led to the brand's acquisition, according to a court document seen by AFP, confirming a report by L'Informé. Minelli had been in a safeguarding procedure since September, which was converted into administration in March by a ruling...

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Hoka launches Mach Remastered: a perfect mix of performance and style

Hoka®, a division of Deckers Brands, introduces the Mach Remastered: a versatile reinterpretation of the beloved running shoe, designed for both performance and daily wear. With the Mach Remastered, Hoka brings the best of both worlds together. The shoe retains its signature ultra-light feel and responsive foam while receiving a stylish,...

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Video: Exploring George Cleverley's legacy in shoemaking

George Cleverley is Mayfair's only shoemaker to have been hand-lasting shoes since 1958, making it one of London's most storied names. The brand's signature chisel toe and razor-sharp silhouette have graced the feet of some of the world's most discerning men, from historical figures like Winston Churchill to today's collectors who appreciate the...

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Adidas Originals to launch Molly-Mae collaboration on April 9

The footwear collaboration between sportswear brand Adidas and British influencer Molly-Mae Hague, teased in January, has been unveiled and will feature limited-edition versions of the brand’s Adidas Originals Superstar II and Samba silhouettes. In a statement, Adidas said that the partnership builds on the sportswear brand’s longstanding...