Pete Davidson for Crocs. Courtesy of Crocs As Crocs further expands its presence on marketplace partners, the company is set to implement a business model change in the third quarter. On its second quarter 2026 earnings call with analysts on Thursday, chief executive officer Andrew Rees said the change will be coming to one of […]
In early August, the latest iteration of the Jellyfish sneaker, the result of Adidas Originals’ collaboration with musician Pharrell Williams, will be available to shoppers. Courtesy: Adidas Despite 14 percent sales growth in the second quarter and a windfall from the recent World Cup, Adidas saw its shares post their biggest one-day drop in more […]
While Steve Madden brand sales were a standout in the second quarter, Dolce Vita also showed strong growth across wholesale and DTC. Courtesy of Dolce Vita Trend-right product across the portfolio lifted Steve Madden‘s second quarter earnings, and things are looking up for the rest of the year. The company’s chairman and chief executive officer […]
I have to say, I am not unbiased when it comes to approach shoes. I’ve worn various pairs of Scarpas, 5.10s, AKUs, Salewas, etcetera, etcetera, but I come back to my faithful old La Sportiva every time. I had beef with the Boulder Xs, but the TX2s, the TX4s, TX Guides, TX4 EVOs… gold one and all. […]
Rapper Smino fronts a campaign to launch the new Hoka Speedgoat 2. Courtesy of Hoka Hoka and Ugg continued to boost Deckers Brands in the first quarter, leading the company to beat earnings expectations. The Goleta, Calif.-based company reported that net sales in the first quarter of fiscal 2027 increased 5.7 percent to $1.02 billion […]
View ALL 32 Photos In a world full of barely-there sandals, ultra-slim sneakers and other minimalist footwear occupying the mainstream fashion scene, certain brands are pushing back against the idea that less is more. As bedazzled streetwear heats up, bejeweled sneakers and shoes are having a moment too — presenting a sparkling maximalist alternative for men […]
Nike storefront in SoHo. Courtesy of Nike As Nike Inc. digests the impact of a $7.5 million gender discrimination case verdict, the footwear giant also is grappling with a federal investigation into its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. It’s one of the most high-profile examples of a company being caught between a rock and […]
Monica Barbaro is seen in the East Village on July 15. TheStewartofNY/GC Images Out and about in New York City on Wednesday, Monica Barbaro presented an answer to the question of which heels work well with capris as she strolled in a minimalist sandal. Monica Barbaro TheStewartofNY/GC Images The “Top Gun: Maverick” actress embraced the […]
The Timberland x Jacquemus authentic three-eye lug boat shoe in lagoon blue. Courtesy of Timberland Following their sold-out debut release in April 2025, Timberland and Jacquemus are back together again for the second time. Sticking with the VF Corp.-owned outdoor brand’s signature three-eye lug boat shoe, this latest drop features the shoe in a “lagoon blue” colorway. […]
Purple Brand’s new sneakers in silver and white. Courtesy of Purple Brand Nearly ten years after its founders Luke Cosby and Rob Lo came together in Canada to launch a fashion label rooted in denim and streetwear, Purple Brand is getting into footwear. According to the company, it has launched a new classic tennis-inspired silhouette […]