Meghan Markle has helped put eco-conscious shoe brand Rothy’s on the world’s radar. During her recent Australian tour with Prince Harry, Markle did the most relatable maneuver ever and swapped out her heels for a pair of flats — twice. Rothy’s pointed-toe shoes are known for comfort and ease, not to mention the focus on sustainability,…
Read moreAlert: The Nike Epic React Flyknit Is On Major Sale Right Now
If you’ve been eager to nab one of the hottest Nike launches of the year at a fraction of the price, here’s your chance. Three colorways of the Nike Epic React Flyknit, which sold out within minutes of their initial launches, are up to 30 percent off on Nike.com. The discounted styles include the College…
Read moreMeghan Markle Wears Givenchy to Princess Eugenie’s Wedding
Today at Windsor’s St. George’s Chapel, all eyes were on the Duchess of Sussex. Meghan Markle wore Givenchy for Princess Eugenie’s wedding. The duchess chose Clare Waight Keller, the designer behind her own wedding dress, for today’s nuptials. It came as no surprise as Markle has often turned to the British designer since marrying Prince Harry in…
Read moreCardi B Hands Out Free Coats and Shoes at Brooklyn Public Housing Complex
Cardi B headed to Brooklyn, N.Y. Thursday night for a special cause. The “Bodak Yellow” hitmaker handed out hundreds of free winter coats and sneakers at a public housing complex called the Marlboro Houses located in the New York borough. Hundreds of people flocked to the houses for a chance to meet the 26-year-old, with…
Read moreThere Are More Job Openings Than Unemployed People — and That’s Bad News for Retailers
Retailers hoping to staff up for the holidays would be wise to act fast and offer something more than the bare minimum — because in the current economy, job seekers may have the upper hand. The U.S. hit a record high number of job openings in August: 7,136,000, to be precise, according to data released…
Read moreHow I Did It: A Doctor Who Left Medicine & Launched a Luxury Shoe Line
(In a new series, “How I Did It,” FN profiles successful footwear and fashion players — from entrepreneurs to designers to top executives at major brands — and reveals how they carved their path into the industry.) When footwear entrepreneur Taryn Rose sold her business in 2008 for $40 million, it did little to erase…
Read moreTop 10 Shoes of Paris Fashion Week Spring 2019
Jacquemus Simon Porte Jacquemus matched hoop earrings to these whimsical heels, which came complete with dangling charms that swung jauntily with every step. Elsewhere, his signature mismatched geometrics were realized in colored Plexiglas that glinted in the evening sun. Valentino Completely monoblocked for a contemporary vibe, rubber soles, leather uppers, insoles and feathers were all dyed in exactly…
Read moreHurricane Michael Damages Are Projected at $30 Billion as Relief Efforts Ramp Up
Hurricane Michael barreled into the Florida Panhandle on Wednesday as the strongest storm to hit the U.S. mainland in more than 26 years, wreaking havoc on the area with 155 mph winds, heavy rainfall and powerful storm surge. By the time it concludes its path through Georgia, Alabama and the Carolinas, the hurricane, which made…
Read moreSandra Choi and Leandra Medine on Navigating Career Pressures, Trends That Should Go Away & The Power of High Heels
Man Repeller founder-turned-shoe designer Leandra Medine and Jimmy Choo creative director Sandra Choi sat down at Saks Fifth Avenue on Tuesday evening for an engaging conversation about fashion and leadership. Saks Fifth Avenue fashion director Roopal Patel moderated the discussion, part of Saks’ “Fearless Women” Speaker Series, in front of a packed crowd. Here are…
Read moreEverything You Need to Know About This Affordable Aussie Brand the Hadid Sisters Love
Australian shoe brand Senso is one of those brands that your favorite Instagram influencer wears daily. And while it seems like the company is new as it continues to be discovered by customers, it’s actually more than 30 years old. The family-owned and -operated business launched in the early 1980s with shoes made in Italy…
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