The US and EU have in place the parameters for a trade deal at a 15 percent duty rate across most EU imports to the US. VioletaStoimenova/Getty Images The devil is always in the details. Still, the parameters for the new U.S.-European Union trade deal might just provide the glimmer of hope for footwear firms […]
Skechers Hands Free slip-in sneakers. Skechers Skechers has responded to Kizik’s claims that it allegedly knocked-off several of its patented hands-free slip-on footwear designs. In a statement issued on Monday, Skechers called Kizik’s allegations “baseless,” and said they are “based on the assertion that Kizik created the hands-free footwear category and is the only […]
Cambodia has become a key player in the production of footwear. andreonegin/Getty images U.S. President Donald Trump is pushing for trade deals with Cambodia and Thailand, and he’s using their border conflict to effect peace talks. Thailand and Cambodia on Monday said they agreed to an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire” to halt their border […]
Nike’s Vomero Premium will debut in “Hyper Pink” (left) and “Blue Tint” colorways. Courtesy of Nike Nike’s running comeback is very much on, and the Vomero 18 has played a major role, already surpassing the $100 million mark since its launch in February. The maximum cushioned franchise, best served for recovery runs, will get an […]
Angel Reese will debut the ‘MeBounds’ colorway of her Angel Reese 1 Shoe on Saturday at the WNBA All-Star Game Reese: Getty Images; Shoe: Courtesy of Reebok Hours before she takes the court at the WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis, Angel Reese is generating buzz with a new release — the ‘MeBounds’ colorway of her […]
Ronaldinho in the original Nike Air Legend Tiempo R10 “Touch of Gold” in 2005 and the forthcoming sneaker tribute to the iconic bot. Photo by Luis Bagu/Getty Images; Courtesy of Nike Nike’s emphasis on soccer as lifestyle through converting cleats into sneakers is set to continue with a nod to Ronaldinho’s boot and the first […]
Keen’s trail running Seek shoe. Keen Keen is entering a new category of outdoor footwear — trail running — with the July 25 release of its Seek shoe, which combines comfort, durability and eco-conscious design. Keen‘s trail running Seek shoe. The innovation team at Keen spent nearly two years bringing the Seek shoe to life, starting […]
Nike appears to be taking a page from Labubu with a Panda character for its Dunk Lows and a blind box release. Courtesy of Nike, Labubu When a black-and-white patent leather Dunk Low leaked earlier this year, the public had no idea it was just the beginning of an outpouring. Leaning into the unofficial “Panda” […]
A father and son shopping for shoes. Milos Antic/chabybucko via Getty Images Shoe prices were lower again in June as overall inflation climbed last month, according to the latest data from the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA). In June, retail footwear prices dipped 0.6 percent, the smallest decline in the last four months, […]
Hey Dude, Hello Kitty collaboration. HeyDude HeyDude just dropped a brand-new collaboration with Hello Kitty. The footwear brand promises that the collection blends the fun spirit and charm of the beloved cartoon character with the comfortable aesthetic HeyDude has built its brand around. The brand says the Hello Kitty collaboration is one of its most […]