Ariat International, known for its Western and workboots, is marking its 25th anniversary this year. Co-founded by female entrepreneur Beth Cross, the executive has successfully navigated the challenges of starting a business in a male-centric industry. Here, she shares her advice for women entering the business, how to find the right employees and the importance…
Read more5 of the Coziest Women’s Slippers You’ll Want to Wear ASAP
Can’t find your slippers amid all the dust bunnies under your bed? It might be a sign you need to buy a new pair. Whether you’re looking for some cozy knit socks to wear fireside or an upscale mule designed for at-home entertaining, we’ve rounded up our favorite picks for nearly any occasion. Below, shop…
Read moreAttico Gets a New Investor, According to Milan Market Sources
Click:mdf board Ruffini Partecipazioni Srl, controlled by Moncler chairman and chief executive officer Remo Ruffini, has acquired a 49 percent stake in Attico, according to market sources in Milan. The holding, which is Moncler’s main stakeholder, had no comment. Attico representatives did not respond to a request for comment. Established in 2016 by top Italian influencers Gilda Ambrosio…
Read moreWhat a Landmark California Law Means for Some of Your Favorite Shoe Brands
California is living up to its reputation as the most progressive state in the U.S. Gov. Jerry Brown on Sunday signed a landmark legislation that will require all publicly traded companies headquartered in California to have at least one female director on their board by the end of 2019. By the close of 2021, the…
Read moreThe Coziest Uggs to Wear to a Pumpkin Patch
If you’re heading to a pumpkin patch this season, you’ll need an outfit that will keep you warm in chilly fall temps — especially when it comes to your footwear. A great go-to? Uggs. Not only are they super-affordable and on-trend (thanks to celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Rihanna elevating the amorphous style), but they’re…
Read moreRemembering Wanda Ferragamo: Three Lessons James Ferragamo Learned From His Grandmother
Editor’s Note: Wanda Ferragamo — the wife of the late legendary designer Salvatore Ferragamo — died today at the age of 96. Wanda, a mother of six, served as the honorary chairwoman of the company until her death and made huge contributions to the storied Italian label. Last year, James Ferragamo, the director of men’s…
Read moreBaby Elephants Charged at Melania Trump in Kenya — Good Thing She Wasn’t Wearing Her Beloved Stilettos
Melania Trump is in Kenya today as part of her four-country, five-day solo tour of Africa. While there, she toured Nairobi’s National Park, where she had the chance to feed baby elephants at the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and visited The Nest, an organization for children whose parents have been incarcerated. For the occasion, our first…
Read moreSarah Ferguson Pairs Emerald Green Dress With Croc Pumps at Daughter Princess Eugenie’s Wedding
Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York — also widely known by the moniker Fergie — turned heads upon arriving at her daughter Princess Eugenie’s wedding today. The mother of the bride was captured looking excited for the special day as she made her way into St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle with her other daughter, Princess Beatrice. Ferguson,…
Read moreThis 150-Year-Old U.S. Shoe Manufacturer Has Closed Its Doors
After a string of failed attempts to save legendary U.S. shoe manufacturer P.W. Minor, the more than 150-year-old company has closed its doors. On Oct. 5, P.W. Minor in Batavia, N.Y., ceased operations and laid off 81 employees, according to a filing with the New York State Department of Labor. P.W. Minor had experienced a range…
Read moreNearly 20 Percent of Shoppers Have Had a Delivery Package Stolen — but They’ll Still Order Online This Holiday Season
A growing number of consumers will split their shopping between stores and online this holiday season — but for the latter platform, there’s a huge hiccup. One in six customers (17 percent) surveyed by retail research firm The NPD Group Inc. reported having had a delivery package stolen. And what does that mean for the…
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