Between trying to determine the best size and figuring out which style is at the top of his or her wish list, gifting shoes isn’t always an easy task. That’s why a gift card is a foolproof choice this season. Not only will it take out the guesswork, but it will also ensure the footwear…
Read moreHow Bernardo’s New Creative Director Is Looking to Take the Heritage Brand to the Next Level
The newly appointed creative director of Bernardo, Heather Williams, shares her take on the brand’s design heritage and where she sees the company heading next. FN: How did you come to join the Bernardo team? Heather Williams: “I started consulting as a designer in January 2017. Peter Grueterich, [president of brand management firm Peter Marcus…
Read moreOne of the Most In-Demand Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2s Is Returning Next Week
Mark your calendars, sneaker fans, because Adidas Originals has officially confirmed the return of one of the most coveted Yeezy Boosts ever. Just in time for the holidays, the “Semi Frozen Yellow” Yeezy Boost 350 V2 will be making its way back onto the shelves of select locations next Friday, according to the Three Stripes…
Read moreHow Trump’s Trade War Might Affect Future Black Friday Sales
Black Friday might no longer be the bargain-filled shopping holiday Americans are used to — and it’s largely thanks to President Donald Trump’s trade war with China. The global back-and-forth, which the United States initiated in March, has seen levies on $250 billion in Chinese imports, with the Trump administration threatening tariffs on an additional…
Read moreMiranda Kerr Gives Us Leg Envy at the Launch of The Grove’s ‘Pop Shops’
Los Angeles’ iconic shopping center The Grove has launched Pop Shops, an innovative pop-up retail experience, featuring a dozen small-format spaces to potentially house both established brands looking to seek a West Coast presence and digital-only labels that are eager to offer a brick-and-mortar experience for their online consumers. Pop Shops officially opened Nov. 26,…
Read moreBlack Friday Is on Track to Hit $9.5 Billion in Sales, According to New Data
Just how big a shopping holiday is Black Friday? According to rewards- and loyalty-program operator Swagbucks, it’s on track to become the biggest sales event in history, with a forecasted $9.5 billion. The firm released new data showing that gross merchandise volume — a metric used by e-commerce businesses to measure transactions — through 5…
Read morePrada Responds to Blackface Allegations
After a social media post accusing Prada of racism went viral, the brand has pulled items from its displays and from circulation. The items that drew criticism were monkey figurines that featured prominently in some of Prada’s window displays. With their black coloring and oversized red lips, the figurines were thought by many to resemble…
Read moreThe Best Cyber Monday Shoe Deals You Need to Know About
Not burnt out by Black Friday shopping? Cyber Monday is here to help you fill your cart with even more amazing discounts. Below, check out all the best shoe deals you won’t want to miss. Adidas Ends Nov. 27 on Adidas.com: Up to 30 percent off sitewide with code CYBER2018 at checkout Girls’ Original Stan…
Read moreHow to Keep Your Shoes Odor-Free
Given how many miles your favorite pair of shoes or sneakers rack up, it’s only natural that they can start to develop some strong odors over time. To help you avoid the embarrassment of an offensive scent at, say, a friend’s at-home gathering or to simply save your own nose, we’ve rounded up some handy tips…
Read moreIndustry Moves: November 2018
Nov. 28, 2018: Nike Inc. has added Chicago businessman John Rogers to its board of directors. Rogers is the founder, chairman, CEO and chief investment officer of Ariel Investments, a leading Chicago-based investment company, and a veteran of other prestigious national boards. Nov. 28, 2018: Asics America has announced the appointment of Sean Mannion as its VP of sales….
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