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Hoka and Marni continue collaboration with 'Clifton Marni'

Running shoe brand Hoka, part of US company Deckers Brands, and Italian fashion house Marni are releasing their second joint shoe, the 'Clifton Marni'. The model is a new interpretation of Hoka's 'Clifton 11' running shoe and will launch on November 12 via Marni's e-commerce platform and brick and mortar stores worldwide. This will be followed...

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Steve Madden raises FY26 utlook following strong Q3 results

US footwear and accessories group Steven Madden, Ltd. (Steve Madden) has posted a double-digit rise in revenue for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026. Net revenue rose 15.7 percent to 772.60 million dollars, up from 667.90 million dollars in the prior-year period. Following these results, the firm raised its full-year guidance for both...

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Crocs lifts annual outlook as third-quarter revenues reach 1.04 billion dollars

US casual footwear group Crocs, Inc. (Crocs) reported a 4.6 percent increase in consolidated revenues for the third quarter of 2026, reaching 1.04 billion dollars on both a reported and constant currency basis. Growth was registered across brand portfolios and direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels, prompting management to raise full-year enterprise...

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Adidas raises full-year profit outlook to 2.5 billion euros after record Q3

German sportswear giant Adidas reported record financial results for the third quarter of 2026, supported by robust direct-to-consumer (DTC) expansion and double-digit apparel growth across its Performance and Lifestyle categories. Group revenues rose 9 percent to 7.25 billion euros (8.08 billion dollars) during the quarter, or 7 percent on a...

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Reviving British shoemaking: Why footwear brand Lanx prioritises factory capacity over retail expansion

Around a decade ago, when Marco Vaghetti began researching Lancashire’s shoemaking history, the county’s manufacturing industry was already in steep decline. Once home to around 200 shoe factories, Lancashire had just a handful of manufacturers remaining. Eight years after founding Lanx, Vaghetti has established a footwear brand with its own...

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Adidas Q3: Tariff refund and full-price sales drive growth

German sportswear brand Adidas has reported record top and bottom-line results for the third quarter of 2026, prompting the company to raise its full-year operating profit guidance. Based on preliminary figures, revenues increased 9 percent to a record 7.25 billion euros (8.14 billion dollars) in the third quarter. In currency-neutral terms,...

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Comet expands physical retail footprint with first Mumbai location

Indian footwear brand Comet has launched its first standalone store in Mumbai, located at Park Eleven on 11th Road in Khar West. The 1,500-square-foot location marks a key milestone in the Bengaluru-based sneaker brand's brick and mortar expansion across India. The interior features an experiential retail layout, centered around a life-size...

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Vivaia expands US retail presence with first California store at Westfield Valley Fair

Global footwear brand Vivaia has expanded its US retail footprint with the opening of its first West Coast location at Westfield Valley Fair in Santa Clara. The launch marks the company's debut in California as it continues to grow its physical presence across key markets. The opening follows a period of international retail growth for the...

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Kate Vacovec to lead global commercial finance at Dr. Martens

UK footwear brand Dr. Martens has announced the appointment of Kate Vacovec as global commercial finance director. Vacovec will join the company in early October 2026 from US restaurant company Yum! Brands. Vacovec brings nearly 15 years of experience from her time at Yum! Brands, where she worked across several senior finance and broader...

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Spanish brand Munich refinances over 18 million euros of debt

Madrid – Munich, the iconic Barcelona-based footwear brand owned by the Berneda family, appears to have found some initial relief from its difficult financial situation. The company has successfully reached an agreement with its financial creditors. It has reportedly agreed on a new payment schedule for a debt of just over 18 million euros...

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Dr. Martens launches new global brand platform 'With Bouncing Soles'

British footwear brand Dr. Martens has announced further developments as part of its consumer-first strategy, including the launch of a new global brand platform titled 'With Bouncing Soles'. The initiative debuts alongside a refreshed e-commerce experience and the ongoing execution of the physical retail strategy outlined during the company's...

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Spanish fashion showcases its strength at Milanese trade show

Madrid – Invited by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), the public Italian agency responsible for promoting the internationalisation of Italian companies and their exports, the FashionUnited Spain team had the opportunity to explore the various halls of the latest September edition of Lineapelle Milan. This international trade fair specialises in...