Once exclusive to elite marathoners, “super shoes” have rapidly entered everyday running, promising faster times through novel foam, carbon plates, and rocker designs. While research shows they can improve performance, scientists are now questioning whether these same features may alter biomechanics in ways that affect injury risk. Credit: Shutterstock High-tech “super shoes” are no longer […]
A look at the men’s Minimel shoe from Ugg. Courtesy of Ugg Some on Wall Street continue to see Hoka growth, with Ugg trailing somewhat, as Deckers Brands gears up for its third quarter earnings release on Thursday. Analysts will want to know more in detail how wholesale orders shape up going forward, and how […]
From left to right: The Nike Vomero Premium, Vomero Plus and Vomero 18. Courtesy of Nike Nike is cutting approximately 775 jobs as it aims to consolidate its U.S. distribution center operations across facilities in Tennessee and Mississippi. In a statement sent to FN on Monday, a Nike representative said the move is part of […]
Gigi Hadid stars in vintage-inspired campaign promoting codesigned flip-flops. Courtesy from Havaianas Alpargatas, the owner of the Havaianas and major investor in Rothy’s, is undergoing a compelling turnaround. According to Pedro Baptista, Jefferies equity analyst for apparel, footwear and textiles in Latin America, the overhaul includes a full operational reintegration across production, logistics, digital, marketing […]
Karol G is Reebok’s newest brand ambassador. Courtesy of Reebok Karol G’s relationship with Reebok is already proving lucrative. The Colombian musician announced her new role as an ambassador for Reebok through a TikTok post, generating $1.1 million in Media Impact Value (MIV) in 48 hours and increasing the brand’s MIV by 239 percent, per […]
Pharrell’s Humanrace x Adidas Evolution Pro will cost $1,000. Courtesy of Adidas Pharrell and Adidas have played with a $500 super shoe and turned it into another running shoe concept that will go for double the price. The Humanrace x Adidas Evolution Pro has been conceived of as a “design study” of the Pro Evo 1, a shoe that was introduced in 2023 […]
Timberland 2026 Valentine’s Day Collection. Timberland Timberland is inviting you to meet your “sole mate” with an upcoming Valentine’s Day shoe collection awash in romantic colors. With the collection’s roll out beginning on Friday, the Stratham, New Hampshire-based brand has unveiled multiple icon silhouettes in a range of hues in celebration of February’s love-themed holiday. Across two parts, options […]
White is known to represent serenity, cleanliness and neutrality, but it is also the Pantone 2026 colour. Named Cloud Dancer, it is defined by the Pantone Institute as a symbol of calming influence that gives room for innovation. In short, the colour is a canvas that allows for versatility, which makes elements in this shade […]
Italian ski legend Alberto Tomba fronting the first chapter of Ferragamo’s “Legends, Reimagined” project. Courtesy of Ferragamo MILAN — Everyone wants to tap into the Winter Olympics craze that is about to hit Milan come next month. Nods to life on the slopes and sport references abounded on the catwalks, and found a way to infiltrate at accessories […]
U.S. President Donald Trump holding up a chart of “reciprocal tariffs” while speaking during a “Make America Wealthy Again” trade announcement in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2 in Washington, D.C. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images With all eyes on the Supreme Court ahead of its potential tariff ruling, the situation remains an […]