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Nature’s Kaleidoscope

Em Givens is an artist. She’s inspired by adventure expeditions, weather, nature and geography. In her travels, she likes to explore modern and contemporary art museums, and is well-trenched in couture fashion and streetwear.

Coming Up Aces

Women’s fitness apparel is becoming more sophisticated and elegant, with looks that win both on and off the court. Here, brands show off some of their stylish activewear standouts.

Recovery Time!

The recovery footwear category is reaching a new level. As recovery becomes a more significant part of daily life, brands are focusing on modern styling as well as advanced innovation.

Recovery Time!

The recovery footwear category is reaching a new level. As recovery becomes a more significant part of daily life, brands are focused on both modern styling and advanced innovation.

Court Vibes

Pickleball is fun and social — and the apparel reflects that. Brands are making pickleball-specific tops, shorts and skirts with fun prints and colors, relaxed fits, and moisture-wicking and sun-protective fabric.

Hitting Winners

Brands Are Infusing Sport-Specific Tech and Innovation into the Latest Footwear Offerings for the Red-Hot Sport of Pickleball.

For the Win

Consumers that are new to pickleball may not be aware that it requires sport-specific footwear for stability, support and traction – plus the ability to slide in a controlled way and prevent injury.

Get in the Game

Paddles, balls, bags and more. These pickleball products are designed to help players stay in the game and enhance their performance.

The Look of Luxe

Sport and style are a winning match. Brands are upping their game with garments that make consumers feel confident with the comfort provided, along with enough of a fashion quotient to make a personal statement.

Cubicle Style

Office style is-a-changing. Some days call for a dressed-up look, while others are cooler and more casual. Bottom line, the shoes you choose for work are about comfort and that is non-negotiable. A heel is pretty much always office-appropriate and a laid-back loafer can work well too.

Cubicle Style

Office style is-a-changing. Some days call for a dressed-up look, while others are cooler and more casual. Bottom line, the shoes you choose for work are about comfort and that is non-negotiable. A heel is pretty much always office-appropriate and a laid-back loafer can work well too.

Pickle Power

Beginners and experienced players alike have been flocking to the pickleball court. The sport’s participation has increased by 158.6% over the last three years, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association.

The Look of Luxe

Sport and style are a winning match. Brands are upping their game with garments that make consumers feel confident with the comfort provided, along with enough of a fashion quotient to make a personal statement.

Trending Up

Summer is sandal time. This year, there are plenty of options to choose from. With prices trending up, consumers are becoming increasingly picky about both the quantity they purchase and the quality of each shoe.

The Must-Haves

Those in the know are aware that must-have items for runners looking to be at their best include the greatest-fitting, super-functional, tech-savvy, socks and insoles. These socks and insoles deliver what’s needed on the run.

Design Goes Digital

It was only a handful of years ago that Fashion Week kicked off the new season, with giant fashion houses dictating trends. Designers used mood boards for inspiration and relied on trend consultants for a color palette.

Active Style / Fitness Performers

These new apparel offerings from performance-minded brands are workout-ready from top to bottom.

Yoga Style Evolution

The word `Yoga’ is derived from the Sanskrit word “yuj,” meaning “to join” or “to unite.” It is meant to harmonize body, mind, and spirit. The practice dates back to 2700 BC India. As it moved West at the end of the 19th century, yoga became more deeply influenced by Western spiritual and religious

Good Vibes

Get on your feet! Brands are pulling out all the stops when it comes to shoes that walk the walk when it comes to healthy living. But what exactly are the ingredients in a good wellness shoe? There are several key traits, according to footwear brand execs, with support being at the top of the list.

Good Vibes

Get on your feet! Brands are pulling out all the stops when it comes to shoes that walk the walk when it comes to healthy living. But what exactly are the ingredients in a good wellness shoe?

Nailed It

With climate change happening, women occupying more industry jobs and individuals seeking out clothing and footwear that is more comfortable to wear, brands are hustling to accommodate today’s market trends. To find out what’s working in workwear, we talked with three brands getting the job done.

Stylish Vibes

On mountain or off, these star outdoor performers have the stylish vibes and innovative technology to make them shine bright.

Weather Report

It is not unusual anymore for one day to be 70 degrees, and the next, snowing. Sometimes it can seem as if seasons have disappeared. A walk or ride to work can be completely different than the trek home, temperature and sunlight-wise.

New Year, New Boots

Tell them what you want. Consumers are raising their voices about what is fit for their feet. Whether for work or outdoor activities, the boots in our closet circa 2019 just aren’t cutting it any longer.

Weather Report

It is not unusual anymore for one day to be 70 degrees, and the next, snowing. Sometimes it can seem as if seasons have disappeared. A walk or ride to work can be completely different than the trek home, temperature and sunlight-wise.