The Skechers Foundation continued its Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk’s 12-year fundraising commitment to children with special needs and education during COVID-19, raising over $1.8 million for its first-ever virtual event – boosting its donation total to over $15 million...

A look at three new footwear styles catching our eye, including an athletic-inspired work shoe from Reebok and innovative styles from Under Armour and FootJoy.

Swiftwick launched a limited edition sock this week in honor of healthcare workers. The Vision Medical Hero socks, featuring moisture-wicking and compression tech were available at the reduced price of $9.99 while supplies lasted on the brand’s website.

Brooks reached a new high in 2020, closing the year with global revenue of nearly $850 million, an increase of 27 percent year over year. While the COVID-19 pandemic created economic disruption this past year, Brooks was among the brands that capitalized on the influx of individuals...

A survey of more than 100-specialty run retailers conducted by the Running Industry Association reveals promising sales figures for the past year despite its challenges. And the survey also shows the growing role of ecommerce for run specialty retailers.

Retail chain Rack Room Shoes announced Molly Hartney has succeeded Jan Mauldin as Vice President-Chief Marketing Officer. Mauldin, who spearheaded the brand’s long-term commitment to shining a spotlight on its customers through their Real People initiative, retired after nearly two decades...

Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, the specialty outdoor retail trade group, announced the cancellation of its spring Connect buying show, originally scheduled for June 7-10, 2021.
Previously, Grassroots Outdoor Alliance cancelled its June 2020 and November 2020 Connect shows.

Sock brand Feetures, family owned and operated since 2001, announced that as the company heads into its 20th year in business, it will implement organizational changes as part of a longer-term succession planning process. In announcing the changes that went into effect on January 1, 2021...

Perform. Recover. Chill. You want it? These styles have got it. We highlight three new styles that are ready for anything.

Geox is introducing a fun, techy new athletic shoe for kids called Playkix in spring/summer 2021. Designed as a “futuristic” running shoe, Playkix captures foot movement and conveys information via Bluetooth to the Playkix app. In the app, kids can engage with avatars that...

The Atlanta Shoe Market, scheduled to take place Feb. 20-22 at Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA, is on track to be the first in-person industry trade show of 2021 for many in the U.S. footwear market. We spoke with Laura Conwell-O’Brien, executive director of The Atlanta Shoe Market.

Eneslow Shoes and Orthotics, the 112-year old, family-owned specialty retailer has relocated its flagship NYC store uptown to 1319 Third Avenue at 75th Street, next to Citarella. All Eneslow staff, custom workshop and complete shoe and orthotic services are in full operation at the site.

Industry organization Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America has added eight new members to its board of directors. The group of footwear execs joining the board will play a role as FDRA assumes control and aims to reinvigorate the Fashion Footwear Association of New York...

UCLA Athletics has entered a six-year agreement with Nike and the Jordan Brand for the brands to be the Bruins’ official athletic footwear, apparel and equipment provider beginning July 1, 2021. The move comes amidst a legal battle between Under Armour and UCLA. In June, UA announced...

Today Caleres announced changes to its leadership structure, including naming Jay Schmidt president. As president, Schmidt will assume responsibility for the consumer and brand strategy for Caleres’ entire portfolio, which includes...

Under Armour has launched a new brand with basketball star Stephen Curry. Officially launched on Dec. 1, Curry Brand includes footwear, apparel and accessories. The first shoes from the brand are set to launch next week. In the brand launch, UA and Curry, who plays for...

Altra announced a partnership with Still I Run, a running community and non-profit with a mission to promote the benefits of running for mental health, defeat the stigma through running, and create a safe community for mental health running warriors. The partnership kicked off with...

Casual style meets innovation in these standout new footwear offerings.

Twisted-X is launching a no-glue line of shoes called Zero-X. Three years in the making, the Zero-X footwear collection uses a proprietary interlocking, double-stitching system, eliminating 75 percent of the harsh environmental issues created with traditional footwear, according to the brand.

Mark Denkler will take over as the new president of the National Shoe Retailers Association (NSRA) effective January 1, 2021. Denkler replaces Chuck Schuyler who is retiring as NSRA president after 15 years of service.

Reyers Shoe Store will be celebrating its 135th year in business in 2021. Located near the Pennsylvania/Ohio border in Sharon, PA, the family-owned independent is working through this tough year with grit — and the retailer’s latest TV ad delivers a holiday sales pitch from...

The trade show landscape continues to be impacted by COVID-19. The 2021 SHOT Show, which was scheduled for January 19-22 in Las Vegas, has been cancelled. NSSF, the firearm industry trade association, had indicated in recent weeks that it planned to hold the show, but...

In February 2021, Aetrex Worldwide is launching the next generation of its 3D foot scanning technology, known as Albert. Aetrex sees Albert 2 as not only being revolutionary in 3D foot scanning, but also as a profit center for retailers.

Despite the challenges of 2020, the running industry is headed into 2021 with optimism. On the footwear side, new runners, new products and new technologies have the category ready to run into the new year. Performance brands are banking on everything from affordable performance to...

Get ready for Albert 2.In February 2021, Aetrex Worldwide is launching the next generation of its 3D foot scanning technology, known as Albert. Aetrex sees Albert 2 as not only being revolutionary in 3D foot scanning, but also as a profit center for retailers.