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Stepping up: Marchesa to launch luxury shoe collection
Aug 28, 2015 N.994
Following the recent announcement that it had partnered up with NWH to create a jewellery collection, Marchesa is back with more expansion plans as it reveals that it will soon launch a luxury shoe collection.
The British-based fashion house founded by Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, is most known for its gorgeous red carpet worthy gowns, but it has its eye on global domination.
First look: Roger Vivier launches an exclusive Dubai collection
Aug 25, 2015 N.998
Dubai: Level Shoe District presents an exclusive new collection from Roger Vivier. Head to The Dubai Mall shoe haven to get hold of the Pilgrim de Jour sandals in a series of hues that are available only in Dubai.
The classic flat sandal features a metallic buckle across the foot strap and comes in a deep red, a nude pink, a rich navy blue and classic black. Prices start at AED 1950.
If the shoe fits: Dior Homme expands made-to-order service
Aug 24, 2015 N.997
Dior Homme is expanding its personalised service of made-to-order Dior creations with the addition of the house's iconic Francois 1er Derby, the first made-to-order footwear offering for men.
This special order service will see the same Dior care and expertise applied to personalised shoe ordering, as with the existing Dior Homme suits and shirts offerings.
Emirati shoe brand Tamashee launches latest collection
Aug 5, 2015 N.831
Dubai-based footwear brand, Tamashee, has launched its third collection in UAE luxury retail space Level Shoe District.
The designs consist of 14 sandals for men and women, inspired by traditional embroideries and patterns from the Arabian Gulf region.
Must-have: Gucci's chic made-in-Italy slides
Aug 1, 2015 N.1066
Take a look at Gucci’s Spring/Summer 15 slides, out now, for the perfect laid back summer chic feet…
Gucci's new footwear offering is screaming out for summer love. The simple slides come in a black base with signature green and red Gucci stripes across the strap.
Keen footwear launches in Dubai
Aug 4, 2015 N.932
Products available at Sun & Sand Sports, Adventure HQ, Impressions
Dubai: US-based footwear brand Keen has launched its product range in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), according to company statement on Tuesday.
The rise of the sneaker subject of new museum exhibit
July 28, 2015 N.836
Fashion giants like Gucci and Prada entered the sneaker industry early on but sneakers did not turn high-end until spor ts brands teamed up with designers like Jeremy Scott and Yohji Yamamoto, and companies like Jimmy Choo and Louis Vuitton saw the value in the billion-plus business. “Men are willing to wear pattern and color in their footwear
Tea Petrovic: When shoes become art
July 29, 2015 N.824
Our concept of style is heavily burdened with the prerequisite norm to change it whenever possible. Nowhere is it more evident than in the highly extraordinary shoes designed by Tea Petrovic, a rising star from Sarajevo in the world of artistic design
In an exclusive interview with Arab News, she sheds light on what triggered her interest in shoes and much more.
Burberry’s daring lace closes London men’s fashion week
July 9, 2015 N.554
The material leant a romantic feel to white shirts and finished straight-cut, mid-length coats
Men dressed in lace by Burberry, Christopher Kane’s colourful tweeds, and 1980s-style footwear by Jimmy Choo: London’s men’s fashion week bowed out Monday with plenty of daring designs.
Put yourself in these shoes: Footwear trends from Pitti Uomo
Jun 19, 2015 N.548
From sneakers to shined-up loafers, many men love their shoes and the 88th edition of Pitti Uomo, a menswear trade show in Florence, did not disappoint the gentlemen looking for a fresh pair of kicks.
Since time immemorial shoes have been used to discern status, with 17th century European aristocrats sporting heels, a craze which swept in from Persia. Fast forward to 2015 and the desire for avant garde footwear has not abated.
Anta garners a growing fan base
Jun 9, 2015 N.547
Established in 1994 in Jinjiang in China’s Fujian province, Anta is today the world’s fourth largest sportswear brand, with 10,000 stores worldwide, 8,000 of them in China.
“Anta has received positive response since its launch in February, given its youthful spirit. The Dubai market is mature, forward-looking and dynamic, with extremely brand-conscious customers always on the look-out for newer brands, ever-willing to try out new things.
New luxury shoe label with striking tartan designs and unique personalisation launched by Dubai designer
Apr 16, 2015 N.224
UAE. A successful Dubai-based entrepreneur from Scotland has branched out into shoe design and is already taking the high-end fashion world by storm and building up a fan base with her unusual, eye-catching creations.
Clarks rolls out ‘From Rats to Rudeboys’ WhatsApp campaign
March 31, 2015 Source Retail Me N.196
Social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and WhatsApp are being heavily leveraged by retailers around the world to popularise their brands as well as build connect with consumers. British shoe brand Clarks seeks to reach out to the youth through its digital campaign for Clarks Originals on WhatsApp.
Nike profit beats Street, orders jump
March 20, 2015 Source Gulf News Retail N.115
Nike also said on Thursday orders for shoes and apparel scheduled for delivery from March through July 2015
Bengaluru: Nike Inc’s profit beat market estimates as the world’s largest sportswear maker sold more shoes and apparel at higher margins. Nike also said on Thursday orders for shoes and apparel scheduled for delivery from March through July 2015, a gauge of demand Nike calls “futures orders,” rose 11 per cent globally, excluding the impact of currency exchange rate fluctuations. Analysts on average expected global futures orders to grow 9.9 per cent, excluding currency fluctuations, according to Consensus Metrix. Demand for the company’s Jordan, LeBron, Kobe and KD basketball shoe brands have been strong in the United States. The company’s running shoe brands, including Free 5.0, Roshe Run, Huarache, and Max Air, have also been doing well.
Adidas rolls out best of Boost tech
March 5, 2015
INTRODUCING Ultra Boost, the ultimate expression of adidas’ revolutionary Boost technology with the industry’s highest energy return. Ultra Boost combines a cohesive system of the most innovative and fully adaptive technologies to deliver your greatest run ever.
Through years of research and testing used by the world’s top engineering institutions, adidas has developed a collection of innovations built to harness the awesome power of Boost to reach new heights of its Energy Return potential. Ultra Boost answers every runners needs by offering the very best in energy return, support, stability, comfort and style.
Disney’s Cinderella exhibition comes to Dubai
March 9, 2015
To celebrate the release of Disney’s live-action film inspired by the classic fairy tale Cinderella, Disney Consumer Products (DCP) has collaborated with nine luxury designer shoe brands from around the world to assemble a collection of shoes that reimagine Cinderella’s iconic glass slipper.
UK's Dune targets Saudi Arabia for expansion in 2015
Feb 23, 2015
Shoe retailer Dune says it will open three new stores in Saud Arabia within the next year, as part of continued expansion in the Middle East.
Dune’s international franchise director Ben Jobling told Arabian Business that the company has identified three locations for new stores in Riyadh and Jeddah after identifying a growing and “increasingly visible” global retail sector in the kingdom.
Dune London revamps flagship stores
Feb 23, 2015
UK-based affordable luxury footwear and accessories brand Dune London revamps two UAE flagship stores to coincide the launch of its Spring/Summer 15 ladies’, men’s and accessories collections tailored specifically for the Middle East.
Warm up your feet in ‘The Mojito’ shoes
March 4, 2015
The world of style is considered a non-stop line of work where every day starts with thinking really big to create something magical. It never stays the same because that would be rendered as fusty. And one vital part of it all looks into women’s obsession with their shoes which are witnessing a revolution in ways never heard or seen before. I’m referring to their unique boisterous designs.
Clarks celebrates
March 4, 2015
It’s a momentous year for perennial footwear favourite, Clarks. Not only does the British shoe manufacturer celebrate the 65th anniversary of its best-selling product, the desert boot – de rigeur for any man who correctly believes Steve McQueen to be Godfather of masculine modern casualwear – it’s also got a host of great new products out. Models such as the Darning Walk (low and hi-top versions) and Gambeson Limit are smart enough to be paired with jeans or trousers and are as light and comfortable as sneakers, while the Gatley Step is a fresh take on the bass weejun penny loafer.
Christian Louboutin launches new shoe & bag collection for men
Feb 5, 2015
Renowned French shoe designer Christian Louboutin has unveiled his 2015 Spring/Summer men’s shoe and bag collection.
The SS15 shoe collection is meant to “shake off the cold,” with its embroidered tropical designs, while the bag collection is meant for today’s modern man, who carries more than just a wallet.
The shoe collection comprises of several shoe designs, from casual slippers to formal brogues
Rio de Janeiro: The inspiration for the Dumond 2015 Summer Collection
Feb 24, 2015
The colors of the landscape, the modern architecture and the curvaceous women of Rio de Janeiro are the basis and inspiration behind the new Dumond Summer 2015 shoe and accessory line. The city’s hot weather is perfect for wearing sandals. Guaranteeing comfort for your feet, the sandals and flip-flops include jewel appliquÈs and beads that make them look more modern and give them a true summer feel. Designs were added to the insoles to provide another reminder of summer.