Footwear

Why Margiela's Tabi Boot Is Minting Money

27 February 2019 • By Kati Chitrakorn

Why Margiela's Tabi Boot Is Minting Money

As the enigmatic designer's split-toe shoe gains a celebrity following years after its initial release, retailers are cashing in.

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Insights From the Frontline of Footwear

19 February 2019 • By BoF Team

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Insights From the Frontline of Footwear

In partnership with Micam, BoF sits down with three prestigious exhibitors at the largest footwear trade show in Europe, to discover their insights on the wholesale market.

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At Micam: Nurturing Thought Leadership in Footwear

15 February 2019 • By BoF Team

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At Micam: Nurturing Thought Leadership in Footwear

Europe’s largest footwear trade show is making longterm investments in content programming, covering topics from sneaker culture to experiential retail and digital sustainability — seeking to benefit attendees and the industry at large.

News & Analysis

The Designer Behind Balenciaga’s Triple S Launches New Line

14 February 2019 • By Chantal Fernandez

News & Analysis

The Designer Behind Balenciaga’s Triple S Launches New Line

David Tourniaire-Beauciel wants to mix European design with athletic technology and appeal to a comfort-driven consumer looking for an alternative to luxury sneakers.

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Adidas Targets Customisation With In-Store Shoe Printing

9 February 2019 • By Bloomberg

9 February 2019 • By Bloomberg

The German sports apparel giant is accelerating the time it takes to bring a new shoe to the market from as long as 15 months to six months or less.

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Adidas Targets Customisation With In-Store Shoe Printing

The German sports apparel giant is accelerating the time it takes to bring a new shoe to the market from as long as 15 months to six months or less.

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How Shoes Became Venture Capital's Favourite Accessory

4 February 2019 • By Chantal Fernandez

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How Shoes Became Venture Capital's Favourite Accessory

Online shoe brands like Allbirds, Rothy’s and Birdies are growing sales by developing one really popular style and pushing it hard. Is this business model sustainable?

Cult Accessories Label Wandler Launches Footwear

30 January 2019 • By Kati Chitrakorn

The handbag brand, known for its clean and geometrical designs, is moving into a new category, launching its first shoe collection in April.

Cult Accessories Label Wandler Launches Footwear

The handbag brand, known for its clean and geometrical designs, is moving into a new category, launching its first shoe collection in April.

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Tod's Owner Della Valle Buys Further One Percent in Group

29 January 2019 • By Reuters

29 January 2019 • By Reuters

The move follows the purchase of a similar 1 percent stake last week when the stock was hit by the weak 2018 sales figures.

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Tod's Owner Della Valle Buys Further One Percent in Group

The move follows the purchase of a similar 1 percent stake last week when the stock was hit by the weak 2018 sales figures.

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UK Retailer Footasylum Cuts Profit Outlook After Disappointing Christmas

8 January 2019 • By Reuters

8 January 2019 • By Reuters

Shares plunged to a record low after the company said its full-year core earnings would come in at the lower end of analysts' estimates.

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UK Retailer Footasylum Cuts Profit Outlook After Disappointing Christmas

Shares plunged to a record low after the company said its full-year core earnings would come in at the lower end of analysts' estimates.

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Nike Engineering a Rebound for Jordan Brand

16 December 2018 • By Brian Baskin

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Nike Engineering a Rebound for Jordan Brand

This week, everyone will be talking about Nike's earnings, the Autumn/Winter 2019 fashion calendar and the holiday retail landscape. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

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