Industry Moves: October 2018

Click:Green tea bag packing machine Oct. 31, 2018: Oboz Footwear has hired Brian Krezel and Bob Downs into its design team. Krezel, who joins the company as director of design, has held similar positions at Grundens Rainwear and Simms Fishing Products. He previously worked as a footwear designer at Converse and Reef. Downs, on the…

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9 Must-Have Gifts for Sneaker-Obsessed Teen Boys

This holiday season, surprise the sneaker-loving teen boy in your life with a gifts he really wants. From hot sneaker styles to essential accessories like socks, cleaners and even coffee table books, we’ve rounded up some ideas to inspire your shopping. Under Armour Curry 5 The latest Under Armour Curry model is a must-have for…

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8 Cozy Socks for Women to Keep Feet Warm This Winter

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or hunting for a thoughtful holiday gift, cozy legwear is a must-have for the season. Winter-weather boot experts, such as Ugg, L.L.Bean and Muk Luks, offer plenty of comfy sock styles, as well as loungewear brands like Lemon and Barefoot Dreams. Below, shop a few of our favorite looks to…

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What Walmart’s Stellar E-Commerce Growth Means for Its Competition

Walmart’s latest earnings prove that under the right circumstances, an ample brick-and-mortar presence can help take a growing e-commerce business to the next level. The Arkansas-based retailer on Thursday reported that its U.S. online sales swelled 43 percent in the third quarter, beating analysts’ expectations and proving that the investments it’s made to compete against…

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How to Watch the 2018 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

The frenzy around the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show has begun — and with good reason. This year’s show sees a return to New York (it was held in China in 2017 and in Paris the year prior). After taking a hiatus last year, Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner will return to the runway this year,…

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Gigi Hadid Designs Her First-Ever Sneaker Line for Reebok

Gigi Hadid is putting her own take on the ’90s-inspired sneaker trend. At a promotional appearance in Tokyo today, the 23-year-old model announced her upcoming Reebok x Gigi Hadid line. The sneakers are updated takes on classic ’80s and ’90s styles, with slightly modernized silhouettes and fresh colorways. Two hues of the kicks — as well…

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The University of Oregon Got Air Jordan 11 Cleats Designed Exclusively for the Football Team

This Saturday, the University of Oregon Ducks football team will be taking on the UCLA Bruins in special edition Air Jordan 11 cleats that were made exclusively for the Ducks players This move follows news of the team’s partnership with Jordan Brand, replacing Nike as the equipment and footwear provider for the games. The UofO officially announced…

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Supermodel Adriana Lima Learned Her Signature Walk From a Drag Queen

Adriana Lima has a modeling career that spans nearly 23 years, but first learning how to slay the catwalk was a real drag. “A friend of mine — he’s a Brazilian drag queen — he’s the one who taught me,” Lima told FN on Tuesday ahead of launching Schutz’s new Miami outpost. Her first lesson: honing perfect…

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