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Loewe and On unveil new collaboration

The Cloudsolo Hiker and Cloudtilt Cosmic sneakers are the result of a new collaboration between Swiss sports brand On and Spanish fashion house Loewe. The joint collection also includes apparel. The collection is scheduled to release on the 15th…
October 13 2026 959

Active promotion of the EXTR4 sneaker brand in Italy continues!

Last Friday, the Italian footwear brand EXTR4 opened a pop-up store in Milan's Central Station. The sneaker brand presented its new collection in one of the city's most iconic locations…
October 13 2026 1798

Chanel's Spring 2027 shoe collection features a mix of prints, metallics, and whimsical embellishments.

Chanel's Spring 2027 shoe collection is truly multifaceted. The designers experiment with a combination of colors, prints, embellishments, and materials. It features a wide variety of silhouettes, from bold thigh-high boots with vibrant patterns…
October 12 2026 757

Birkenstock mules from men's shoe designer Louis Vuitton come in new colors

Birkenstock continues to produce the Uerzell mule sneaker, first introduced in 2025 as the result of the German footwear brand's first collaboration with French designer Denis Thibault. In addition to working with Birkenstock,…
October 9 2026 3398

Giuseppe Zanotti will release a collaboration with American rapper Playboi Carti.

Another luxury European footwear brand is enlisting the support of an American rapper. Italian brand Giuseppe Zanotti has announced a collaboration with rapper Playboi…
October 8 2026 1437

China's Anta Sports has completed the acquisition of a 29,06% stake in Puma.

On Wednesday, German sporting goods company Puma announced that Anta Sports Products Limited had successfully completed the acquisition of a 29,06% stake previously held by Artémis SAS, the Pinault family's investment company. Thus…
October 8 2026 1298

Coperni is looking for a new owner

Parisian brand Coperni, founded in 2018 by Sébastien Meyer and Arnaud Vaillant and managed by the Tomorrow London group, was placed into administration four months ago and is seeking a new owner, writes…
October 7 2026 1317

Karl Lagerfeld has released loafers in collaboration with American shoe brand GH Bass.

Karl Lagerfeld has revealed his commitment to developing the footwear category and has released a loafer collection in collaboration with American shoe brand GH Bass, known for inventing the classic Weejuns penny loafer in the 1930s. The collection consists of seven…
October 7 2026 2617

Chinese marketplace Poison offers attractive terms to Russian sellers

One of China's largest marketplaces, Poizon (Devu in Russia, PRO NEW WORD (Hong Kong) Limited), offers low commissions for Russian sellers. Commissions on the platform range from 19% to 29%, while…
October 6 2026 1645

How diversifying a store's product range insures retail and increases the average order value

The clothing and footwear market remains the driving force of fashion retail, but relying solely on it means assuming all the industry risks: seasonal declines, exchange rate fluctuations, and logistical disruptions. The smart move is to diversify your product range by adding related...
October 6 2026 1413

Zippers, pom-poms, high heels, and wedges in the Givenchy Spring-Summer '27 collection

Sarah Burton and her Givenchy design team got creative with their footwear for the Spring 2027 collection, which hit the Paris runway on Friday, writes…
October 6 2026 2482

The latest iteration of the Miu Miu and New Balance collaboration is the RC150 sneaker.

A new version of the Miu Miu and New Balance collaboration sneaker was unveiled at Paris Fashion Week. The brands continued their collaboration with the RC150 sneaker, named for its lightweight—150…
October 5 2026 2413

Clothing and footwear brand Idol opened a store on Stoleshnikov Lane.

A store for the premium clothing and footwear brand Idol, owned by the Russian Melon Fashion Group, has opened on Stoleshnikov Lane in Moscow.
October 5 2026 1076

Vietnam has set a course for greater autonomy in the footwear industry.

Vietnam aims to increase the share of locally produced materials and components used in the Vietnamese footwear industry to…
October 2 2026 1607

Manolo Blahnik has returned to London's Harrods with a new boutique.

Located on the fifth floor of London's luxury department store Harrods' Shoe Heaven, the new Manolo Blahnik boutique debuts its Fall 2026 collection, featuring pieces inspired by a variety of themes, from London's Swinging Era…
October 2 2026 1513

Camper has updated the design of one of its stores in Paris.

The new Camper design concept was developed by the Italian studio Piovenefabi. "We wanted to create the feeling of stepping inside a hand-drawn sketch, a drawing," explains Giovanni Piovene, the studio's co-founder.
October 1 2026 1313

5 local shoe brands at the Moscow Fashion Week market

Moscow Fashion Week traditionally offers a platform for sales of Russian designer footwear brands. The Fashion Week Market runs throughout the event at the Manezh Central Exhibition Hall and is open to the public…
October 1 2026 2604

EXTR4 made a splash: the brand's street performance took place in three Italian cities.

This summer, IMAC's Italian brand EXTR4 made its debut with a vibrant street performance that took place in three Italian cities – Florence, Pompeii, and Milan – to coincide with significant fashion events: Pitti Uomo and…
30 September 2026 1377

Salomon has shot an advertising campaign with K-pop star and Blackpink member Jisoo.

French clothing and footwear brand Salomon has released its first advertising campaign featuring its new ambassador, Jisoo. The brand announced the appointment of the Korean singer and Blackpink member as its ambassador back in the spring. The campaign features…
29 September 2026 2899

Birkenstock is fighting counterfeit sandals with discounter Lidl.

In the Netherlands, the Gelderland District Court, located in the city of Arnhem, ruled in favor of the German company Birkenstock, which accused the discount chain Lidl of selling counterfeit sandals whose design is identical to the popular…
29 September 2026 2475

New sneakers from the Jil Sander x Puma collaboration were presented in Milan.

In Milan, during the Spring/Summer 2027 collection show, the Jil Sander brand presented a new model of sneakers, created in collaboration with Puma.
28 September 2026 2061

Flower Mountain has released a collaboration with Japanese brand Norbit by Hiroshi Nozawa.

At Milan Fashion Week, Italian company Falc presented a collaboration between its flagship footwear brand, Flower Mountain, and the popular Japanese outdoor clothing brand, Norbit by Hiroshi…
28 September 2026 1340

Sketches from the first day of Moscow Fashion Week

Moscow Fashion Week kicked off on September 26. The first day brought together designers from Moscow, St. Petersburg, Chelyabinsk, and Yakutsk.
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Moscow Fashion Week starts tomorrow.

On September 26, the seventh Moscow Fashion Week will kick off at the Manege Central Exhibition Hall. It will once again bring together talented designers from across Russia and over 10 other countries. Over the course of six days, nearly 100 shows will be held, and guests will also…
25 September 2026 1414

An open meeting of the Russian Franchising Association will be held in Moscow.

On October 1, an open meeting of the Russian Franchising Association will be held in Moscow. Participants will be able to discuss franchise development and exchange experiences with representatives…
25 September 2026 1381

The Havaianas x MM6 Maison Margiela collaboration features six-toe flip-flops.

At Milan Fashion Week, MM6 Maison Margiela and Havaianas presented flip-flops designed to play with the number six. The collaboration includes a six-toe flip-flop and a multi-layered platform slide made of six multicolored…
25 September 2026 1762

Dr. Martens launches new global marketing campaign

British footwear brand Dr. Martens' new marketing campaign, "Bouncing Soles," includes a series of collaborations, cultural events, and a promotional video. The campaign's idea is to pay homage to…
24 September 2026 2067

The Ministry of Finance has proposed introducing a 22% VAT on purchases of goods from foreign online sites.

The Ministry of Finance has submitted a bill to the Russian government for consideration that would introduce a 22% VAT rate on the purchase of goods through cross-border e-commerce, Vedomosti reports. It is believed that this measure will contribute to the formation of…
24 September 2026 1919

Onitsuka Tiger opened a flagship store in Milan.

In the midst of Milan Fashion Week, the new flagship store of Japanese streetwear brand Onitsuka opened in Piazza Liberty, next to the Duomo.
24 September 2026 1488

Swiss brand On has announced its entry into the golf shoe category.

Swiss footwear brand On is expanding its product range. The recent announcement of a football boot line and a collaboration with Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé attracted considerable attention…
23 September 2026 1957

Chinese sneaker brand Pane has raised funding from Shanghai-based BA Capital.

Pane, a brand known for its low-top sneakers with thin soles and well-known to the audience of a chain banned in Russia, has raised a new round of funding from BA Capital, a Shanghai-based venture capital fund specializing in investments in…
23 September 2026 3396

World Fashion Shorts will be held in Moscow.

The 7th edition of the Moscow International Short Film Festival about Fashion – World Fashion Shorts – will take place in Moscow on September 27 at the Vnutri Digital Art Center, located on the premises of the Khlebozavod art cluster.
22 September 2026 1173

Ladybugs and beetles in Thom Browne's Spring 2027 shoe designs

A highlight of New York Fashion Week this year was the Thom Browne show, which presented a collection inspired by the Disney cartoon "A Bug's Life." It featured a variety of pumps adorned with bright and playful…
22 September 2026 1175

Vietnam reports growth in shoe and bag exports this year

In Vietnam, footwear and bag exports increased by 2,4% in the first eight months of 2026, reaching $19,54 billion.
22 September 2026 1452

Dior returns to Shanghai to show its cruise collection

To get closer to its coveted, wealthy (and in recent seasons, difficult to win over) Chinese clientele, Dior announced a cruise show in Shanghai on the 14th…
21 September 2026 1095

To celebrate the anniversary of New York's Bergdorf Goodman, luxury brands have released capsule collections of shoes.

Roger Vivier, Manolo Blahnik, Christian Louboutin, and Valentino have released capsule shoe collections to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Bergdorf Goodman, the luxury New York department store located on Fifth Street.
21 September 2026 1107

London Fashion Week: The Return of McQueen and Mulberry

London Fashion Week kicked off Thursday and runs until Monday, November 21. Highlights of the week are expected to include the return of leading British fashion houses like McQueen and Mulberry, as well as showcases from emerging…
18 September 2026 2137

Italian footwear exports to Russia fell by 24,6% in the first five months of 2026.

Following the Italian international footwear exhibition MICAM, which took place from September 13th to 15th in Milan, Giovanna Ceolini, president of Micam exhibitions and the association, commented on the situation in the Italian footwear sector.
18 September 2026 2249

New Balance Sues Decathlon Over 'N' Branding

American company New Balance has filed a lawsuit against French company Decathlon in a federal court in Massachusetts, accusing it of trademark infringement by using its logo…
18 September 2026 1997

Shopping centers in St. Petersburg are undergoing a redesign

NF GROUP, one of the largest developers operating in the commercial real estate market, notes a trend toward redesigning shopping centers based on an analysis of the St. Petersburg commercial real estate market. Analysts note that 90%…
17 September 2026 1412

Autry's collaboration with K-Pop star Changbin has been released.

Everything trendy and youthful these days has a touch of Asian flair. Texas-based sneaker brand Autry has released a collaboration with K-Pop star Changbin, a member of Stray Kids and the brand's first global ambassador…
17 September 2026 1534

Swiss brand On brings the latest development in sole materials to market

On's new innovation, called Surreal, combines CloudTec technology with super foam to create a completely new running experience, says On President and COO Scott…
16 September 2026 5688

Ralf Ringer plans to open a store in North Korea

Following the opening of the road bridge between Russia and North Korea on September 7, Russian shoe manufacturer Ralf Ringer plans to open a store in North Korea. The company expects direct road travel between the countries to simplify logistics and…
16 September 2026 1562

The Lineapelle 108 leather exhibition has opened in Milan.

Today, September 15, the Lineapelle 108 leather fair opens at the Fiera Milano Rho exhibition center in Milan. The event will bring together 1029 exhibitors across approximately 39,000 square meters, with 54% of the exhibitors being Italian and 46%…
15 September 2026 1756

The Jacquemus x Nike Moon Shoe is coming in a new colorway.

The Moon Shoe, a popular sneaker collaboration between French brand Jacquemus and American sports giant Nike, will be released this fall in a new pastel colorway…
14 September 2026 1998

Simac Tanning Tech launches in Milan, focusing on exports to South America and Africa

The 52nd international exhibition Simac Tanning Tech will be held in Milan from September 15th to 17th. It will showcase equipment, technologies, and solutions for the footwear, leather, and tanning industries.
14 September 2026 1272

Stuart Weitzman opened a store in Shanghai at Plaza 66.

New York-based premium footwear brand Stuart Weitzman opened a store in a prestigious Shanghai shopping mall and launched a major international campaign in support of its signature model, the 50/50 boot. The store opening featured a new global…
11 September 2026 2020

Inventive Retail Group announced the launch of a new loyalty program.

Inventive Retail Group announces the launch of the EGO Privilege Club – a new loyalty program for its customers that unites all restore companies: Samsung Galaxystore, Street Beat, AMAZING RED, Hiker, Mir Kubik, and…
10 September 2026 2033

St. Petersburg footwear brand ANKI Team has released sneakers in collaboration with SIBUR.

Local footwear brand ANKI Team released a sneaker collection in collaboration with Kazan-based Russian petrochemical holding company Sibrur. For the footwear brand, the collaboration marks the launch of a series of sneakers dedicated to cities…
9 September 2026 2246

The top ten countries by footwear consumption in the world according to APICСAPS

The Portuguese Association of Footwear Components and Leather Goods Manufacturers APICСAPS has compiled a ranking of the leading countries in terms of footwear consumption in 2025…
9 September 2026 2051

China has threatened France with retaliatory measures over pressure on Shein and Temu.

China is demanding that France stop implementing a recently passed law targeting ultra-fast fashion companies such as Shein and…
8 September 2026 2084

Clarks continues its European expansion

In September, British shoe brand Clarks opened its second Parisian store at 11 Boulevard de la Madeleine, just months after celebrating its 200th anniversary. The company plans to further expand its retail presence in…
8 September 2026 1965

Shoe and leather exhibitions will be held in Milan in September.

The international footwear exhibition Euro Shoes Premiere Collection was a success in Moscow at the end of August. September will be packed with footwear and leather goods exhibitions…
8 September 2026 1692

The first part of the Birkenstock x Etro collaboration goes on sale next week.

German footwear company Birkenstock plans to release the first installment of its collaboration with Etro next week. The capsule reimagines the Birkenstock Boston silhouette, the brand's closed-toe clogs first introduced in 1976, marking the...
7 September 2026 5883

Crocs is releasing hybrid loafers.

American brand Crocs continues to experiment with new footwear models. Now, the well-known molded foam clogs are being transformed into hybrid loafers. The updated Crocs Echo 2 Loafer is available in…
7 September 2026 4584

Simone Rocha's much-hyped Adidas Originals collection goes on sale

Irish designer Simone Rocha brings her signature romantic aesthetic to the German brand's sporty style in collaboration with Adidas Originals.
4 September 2026 2297

The Repetto x Yohji Yamamoto collaboration has released a new version of Repetto's Bolchoï ballet flats.

The original version of the ballet flat was unveiled this fall by the Repetto x Yohji Yamamoto collaboration. The French and Japanese brands have been collaborating since the 2000s, and the new joint collection was first shown on March 6 at Yohji Yamamoto's show…
3 September 2026 2231

Ekonika has released a new collaboration with clothing brand Pitkina.

For the start of the fall season, Ekonika has once again released the perfect capsule collection for office travel, this time in collaboration with the young local premium clothing brand Pitkina. Thus, Ekonika continues to introduce a wider audience to…
2 September 2026 1958

Chanel serial number no longer guarantees authenticity

According to Luxury Evermore, a Singapore-based retailer of pre-owned luxury goods, the serial numbers used by French luxury brand Chanel to verify the authenticity of its handbags no longer provide protection against counterfeiting because…
2 September 2026 1840

The No One chain showcased its product range in a baroque-style advertising campaign.

In its new advertising campaign, the NO ONE chain of multi-brand boutiques invites you to spend autumn in the world of art, showcasing its collection against the backdrop of the baroque architecture of Milan's 17th-century Villa Arconati.
2 September 2026 1875
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