Caleres is lowering its yearly guidance following a reported sales below its expectations in the second quarter. According to the St. Louis-based footwear company, net sales in the second quarter of 2024 were $683.3 million, down 1.8 percent from $695.5 million in the second quarter of 2023. Net earnings in the period were 30.0 million, […]
Black Suede Studio is in growth mode. According to Kris Avakian, founder and president of the Montreal-based footwear brand, the company is expanding into bridal shoes and new accessory categories while also adding a licensing division. For bridal, which first debuted earlier this year, Avakian called it a “natural extension” of the brand. “We are […]
New York Fashion Week has come to a close. This spring ’25 season, designers continued to return to reoccurring favorites, such as the ballet flat and sneaker. Patterned thigh-highs made a statement on the runways, while unexpected collaborations, such as Proenza Schouler and Sorel, rounded out the list of the top shoes at NYFW. See […]
Kith’s much-anticipated team up with Giorgio Armani is here and it includes three footwear styles. According to the Italian luxury brand, the collaboration will include a chukka boot, hiker boot, and loafer to compliment the extensive range of men’s suits and apparel. The chukka boot has a smooth suede upper and features a collaborative Kith […]
Red Wing has reimagined its signature Beckman boot – a silhouette that pays homage to its founder, Charles Beckman. According to the Minnesota-based footwear label, the refreshed Beckman boot features a slimmer toe box and a Gro-Cord outsole by Vibram, which was first developed in the 1920’s for Red Wing. Amy Peck, director of product […]
Katie Holmes remains dedicated to the ballet flat. The actress stepped out in New York City in early September wearing a silver pair from Franco Sarto, matching them with a casual-chic late summer ensemble. Katie Holmes in New York City in September 2024. Holmes was dressed for the slightly cooler weather that late summer brings […]
Dick’s Sporting Goods will aways be rooted in sport. But the retailer is making a concerted push in the lifestyle space via a broader assortment of hot footwear brands in stores. In a call with analysts discussing second quarter earnings results, Dick’s president and chief executive officer Lauren Hobart said that the chain’s investments in […]