Footwear

News & Analysis

Adidas and Allbirds Join Forces to Try to Create the World’s Lowest Carbon Footprint Sports Shoe

28 May 2020 • By Chantal Fernandez

28 May 2020 • By Chantal Fernandez

The footwear competitors are partnering with a big goal and deadline of one year.

News & Analysis

Adidas and Allbirds Join Forces to Try to Create the World’s Lowest Carbon Footprint Sports Shoe

The footwear competitors are partnering with a big goal and deadline of one year.

The BoF Podcast: How Christian Louboutin Turned Red Soles Into a Status Symbol

28 February 2020 • By BoF Team

28 February 2020 • By BoF Team

Just as he unveils his L'Exhibition[niste] showcase in Paris this week, the luxury footwear designer speaks with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about transforming his namesake brand from a single-store enterprise into a global success.

The BoF Podcast: How Christian Louboutin Turned Red Soles Into a Status Symbol

Just as he unveils his L'Exhibition[niste] showcase in Paris this week, the luxury footwear designer speaks with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about transforming his namesake brand from a single-store enterprise into a global success.

BoF Professional Exclusive

The ‘Alpha Female' Look is Big in China. Brands Take Note.

13 February 2020 • By Liz Flora

BoF Professional Exclusive

The ‘Alpha Female' Look is Big in China. Brands Take Note.

Dr. Martens shoes have become the ultimate empowerment symbol for a generation of women rebelling against demure feminine aesthetics. Now other brands want in on the action.

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China and the US Signed a Trade Truce. Who Now Benefits?

16 January 2020 • By Casey Hall and Zoe Suen

BoF Professional Exclusive

China and the US Signed a Trade Truce. Who Now Benefits?

Yesterday's deal doesn’t signal an end to the trade conflict. While some fashion players will get a reprieve from tariffs, others will not be so lucky.

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Lessons From the Rise and Fall of Toms Shoes

7 January 2020 • By Chavie Lieber

BoF Professional Exclusive

Lessons From the Rise and Fall of Toms Shoes

The once-hot footwear brand's story is a cautionary tale for companies reliant on a hero product and narrow brand messaging.

News & Analysis

Carlyle Is Said to Weigh Bid for Dr. Martens

21 November 2019 • By Bloomberg

21 November 2019 • By Bloomberg

The British bootmaker is owned by Permira, which is targeting an exit in 2020 via sale or IPO, according to reports.

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Carlyle Is Said to Weigh Bid for Dr. Martens

The British bootmaker is owned by Permira, which is targeting an exit in 2020 via sale or IPO, according to reports.

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Nike Invests in Adaptive Footwear

21 November 2019 • By Bloomberg

21 November 2019 • By Bloomberg

The sportswear giant is set to purchase an undisclosed stake in the laceless shoe company Handsfree Labs Inc, in bid to create apparel that's easier for people with disabilities to wear.

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Nike Invests in Adaptive Footwear

The sportswear giant is set to purchase an undisclosed stake in the laceless shoe company Handsfree Labs Inc, in bid to create apparel that's easier for people with disabilities to wear.

How the Company Behind Uggs, Teva and Hoka Makes Ugly Brands Cool

19 November 2019 • By Cheryl Wischhover

How the Company Behind Uggs, Teva and Hoka Makes Ugly Brands Cool

Ugg was once the hottest boot around, before overexposure tarnished its image. Owner Deckers Brands is determined not to make the same mistake with its new hot shoe, Hoka One One sneakers.

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The Big Business of White Sneakers

10 October 2019 • By Tamison O'Connor

Despite a highly saturated market, startup labels are breaking through thanks to the enduring popularity of the minimalist trainer. So, how does a new brand sell such a simple shoe?

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The Big Business of White Sneakers

Despite a highly saturated market, startup labels are breaking through thanks to the enduring popularity of the minimalist trainer. So, how does a new brand sell such a simple shoe?

News & Analysis

Carlyle Weighs Sale of Shoe Brand Golden Goose

20 September 2019 • By Bloomberg

20 September 2019 • By Bloomberg

The private equity firm acquired Golden Goose in 2017 in a deal that reportedly valued the business at about €400 million.

News & Analysis

Carlyle Weighs Sale of Shoe Brand Golden Goose

The private equity firm acquired Golden Goose in 2017 in a deal that reportedly valued the business at about €400 million.