Depending on their occupation, consumers have a range of comfort and style needs in their workplace footwear. Here, we take a look at a few of the top styles and key trends to watch in the months ahead.

Basketball is, far and away, the most popular team sport in the U.S., based on the latest research conducted by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA). In fact, right now there are roughly 28.1 million basketball players in the U.S. — 73 percent of them are male; 56 percent are between the ages of 13 and 34; and 33 percent come from families with annual household incomes of at least $100,000.

Performance rules in the outdoor market. But style is often the difference maker. Whether it’s a lifestyle shoe packed with tech details or a performance trail hiking shoe flashing fashion details, there’s no shortage of crossover stars in this latest crop of outdoor offerings.

At the run specialty retail level, offering a welcoming environment to newer runners is something shops each take different approaches with.