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Sperry continues relaunch with European distribution partnership

Footwear label Sperry is continuing its relaunch in Europe through a new partnership with Dubois, which has been appointed as the “regional engine” by the US brand’s parent company Authentic Brands Group. Following a “high-impact” return to the UK and Ireland markets, Sperry has now set its sights on mainland Europe, specifically the Benelux and...

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Abercrombie & Fitch and Sperry announce heritage collaboration

US retail group Abercrombie & Fitch, has confirmed a global partnership with American footwear brand Sperry. The collaboration marks a renewal of a commercial relationship that first began in the 1930s, when the retailer served as a premier outdoor outfitter. The Sperry x Abercrombie collection features a range of apparel and footwear inspired...

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Sperry launches debut collaboration with Monse during NYFW SS26

American lifestyle brand Sperry debuted its first-ever collaboration with New York-based label Monse during New York Fashion Week. The collaboration sees Monse step into the footwear category for the first time and comes two seasons after Monse partnered with Sperry to feature its designs during its NYFW shows. NYFW: Sperry x MONSE Collection...

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Authentic to reintroduce Sperry in the UK and Ireland

American brand development and licensing platform Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is partnering with Gardiner Bros, Gloucestershire-based family-run distributor of global footwear and apparel brands, to reintroduce Sperry in the UK and Ireland. In a statement, Authentic said it has appointed Gardiner Bros as the official distributor for the...

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Authentic snaps up Sperry from Wolverine World Wide

In its latest acquisition as part of an ongoing spree, Authentic Brands Group, together with its long-time partner Aldo Group, has acquired the footwear label, Sperry. The duo snapped up the brand from Wolverine World Wide (WWW) in a deal that is set to generate total proceeds for the former owner of approximately 130 million dollars in the...

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Sperry announces Fabulous Footwear as new UK distributor

Wolverine World Wide has appointed Fabulous Footwear as the sole distributor for its Sperry brand in the UK and Ireland. The move comes as Sperry looks to introduce a new product direction, combining its heritage with new twists on classics and “left-field collaborations” to target new markets throughout 2022. Sperry’s partnership with Fabulous...

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Wolverine Worldwide expects to report strong growth in Q2 sales

In an update on the second quarter results, Wolverine World Wide, Inc. has announced that its performance has accelerated in the quarter of the year, fuelled by the strength of its largest brands and compelling product innovation. “The Company continues to see strong momentum and better-than-expected trends across nearly all brands in the...

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Wolverine Worldwide Q4 sales drop by 16.1 percent

For the fourth quarter, Wolverine World Wide, Inc. said reported revenue was 509.6 million dollars, down 16.1 percent versus the prior year, while on a constant currency basis, revenue was down 16.4 percent versus the prior year. The company’s owned ecommerce reported revenue grew 31.7 percent versus the prior year. The company added that...

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Sperry appoints Elizabeth Drori as Chief Marketing Officer

Elizabeth Drori has been named the new Chief Marketing Officer for Sperry, a division of Wolverine World Wide, Inc. In her new role, the company said in a statement, Drori will focus on developing and executing Sperry’s global brand strategy, including the delivery of integrated marketing activations across all consumer touch points and leading...

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Wolverine Worldwide Q1 revenues fall by 16.1 percent

Wolverine World Wide, Inc., for its first quarter said reported revenue was 439.3 million dollars, down 16.1 percent versus the prior year. On a constant currency basis, revenue was down 15.6 percent versus the prior year, while company-owned ecommerce growth for the quarter was 17.5 percent. Reported gross margin was 41.4 percent, compared to...

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Wolverine Worldwide's Q4 adjusted earnings increase 13.5 percent

Wolverine World Wide, Inc. reported revenue of 607.4 million dollars, an increase of 4.8 percent, while adjusting for currency, revenues increased 5.1 percent. The company said in a statement, reported gross margin of 37.8 percent, decreased 140 basis points versus the prior year. Reported operating margin was negative 0.8 percent, and adjusted...

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Sperry launches sustainable platform "Look Good Do Good"

American footwear brand Sperry is launching an ongoing sustainability project. Called "Look Good, Do Good," the initiative brings together a new collection of shoes made from recycled plastic with an education program on reducing the use of plastic. "We are a brand born of the sea. It is our duty to get involved and protect the waterways that...