LMRC Market Watch
Feb 23, 2016
Nike, Sports Direct sweating on profits
UAE, Zawya.com, N.3220
UK retailer Sports Direct has lowered its profit forecast as it seeks to arrest a plummeting share price. But with quarterly revenue at Nike disappointing investors, is the sportswear industry facing a workout? Ivor Bennett reports
Feb 21, 2016
adidas opens largest centralised facility of sporting goods near Delhi
International, daijiworld.com, N.3129
New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS): adidas Group India has inaugurated a new distribution centre called "1 DC" near Delhi, which the company claims to be the largest centralised facility of sporting goods in the country.
Feb 07, 2016
Artists design totally rad shoes for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
International, Mashable, N.2967
Turtles don't really need shoes. Their webbed, clawed feet allow them to move around easily, regardless of terrain. Anthropomorphic turtles who battle New York City criminals using ninjutsu, on the other hand, might want a pair of killer sneakers.
Feb 04, 2016
Christian Louboutin Releases Astrology-Inspired Footwear
International, racked, N.2965
Tired of dudes trying to pick you up with something lame about your signs? For the cost of $2,000, you can erase any ambiguity about your astrological sign with these Christian Louboutin x Moda Operandi shoes.
Feb 03, 2016
Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2016 Shoes: New York Fashion Week Men’s
International, Footwear News, N.2923
Sporty, youthful and preppy. The words are often attributed to Tommy Hilfiger, and this season the brand’s men’s collection kept that mission statement in mind. The fall ’16 collection, shown during New York Fashion Week: Men’s, featured varsity striping motifs paired against more tailored pieces and shoes.
Jan 25, 2016
Nike Unveils the Air Force 1 Ultra Flyknit & Explains Everything You Need to Know About It
International, Highs Nobiety, N.2837
In addition to speaking with Brazilian fashion designer Pedro Lourenço, the man in charge of overhauling the Nike Air Rift at Nike’s sneaker culture event in São Paulo, we also had the opportunity to chat with Nike Footwear Design Director Jonathan Johnson Griffin about the upcoming Air Force 1 Ultra Flyknit.
Jan 23, 2016
Balmain Paris Men’s Fashion Week: RTW Fall 2016 Shoes
International, FN, N.2770
Olivier Rousteing’s #BalmainArmy marches on. Marking the designer’s second season showing a men’s runway show in Paris, Rousteing’s latest Balmain collection featured house signatures worked into the footwear including quilting and heavy metallic embellishments.
Jan 21, 2016
Comme Des Garçons Paris Men’s Fashion Week: RTW Fall 2016 Shoes
International, FN, N.2786
Comme Des Garçon’s latest men’s show in Paris offered a dizzying number of references to take in: the extra-sharp pointy boots, the floral headpieces, the patchwork pockets on suits. In her own twisted way, Kawukubo is a romantic,
Jan 21, 2016
Santoni Debuts Men’s Fall 2016 Shoe Collection In Milan
International, FN, N.2789
Classic Italian men’s brand Santoni has debuted its fall ’16 collection. Shown during Milan Men’s Fashion Week, the latest offering includes delectable croc embossing and new chisel-toe shapes — modern elements that require a certain step out of one’s comfort zone but won’t scare customers completely away.
Jan 20, 2016
INTERVIEW-Adidas hopes fashion styles will help it win on pitch too
International, Zawya.com, N.2835
BERLIN, Jan 21 ( Reuters ) - A combination of new and retro sneaker styles will keep driving growth at Adidas's fashion business and help attract more sports fans too, the head of the German firm's Originals unit said in an interview.
Jan 19, 2016
Raf Simons Paris Men’s Fashion Week: RTW Fall 2016 Shoes
International, FN, N.2766
“I always think about nightmares, and I have always been interested in horror movies,” Raf Simons divulged backstage after an arresting show where two worlds collided: cue “Twin Peaks” meets “The Breakfast Club,” David Lynch’s mystery series versus the idealism of American youth.
Jan 18, 2016
Jerry Lorenzo Unveils Footwear Pricing & Walks Us Through His “FOURTH COLLECTION”
International, Highs Nobiety, N.2644
In the latest copy of Japanese publication SENSE – an issue devoted to the Los Angeles fashion scene – Jerry Lorenzo stepped in front of the lens to model the clothing and footwear from Fear of God’s “FOURTH COLLECTION.”
Jan 16, 2016
Salvatore Ferragamo Milan Men’s Fashion Week: RTW Fall 2016 Shoes
International, FN, N.2640
Creative director Massimiliano Giornetti added a dash of chaos to his latest collection for Salvatore Ferragamo, sending out clashing patterns and weaves in a jaunty lineup inspired by Andy Warhol’s paint-splattered Ferragamo oxfords.
Jan 16, 2016
Calvin Klein Milan Men’s Fashion Week: RTW Fall 2016 Shoes
International, FN, N.2642
“Cam-ER-on! Cam-ER-on! Cam-ER-on!” Screamed at an extremely high pitch with an Italian accent, you could almost convince yourself the hundreds of teenage girls were expressing their enthusiasm for Calvin Klein.
Jan 11, 2016
Melissa Shoes And Campana Brothers Collaborate To Launch SS16 Footwear Collection
International, Fashion Times, N.2531
Brazilian footwear brand Melissa Shoes has just launched its newest collection of footwear, this time, collaborating with the furniture design duo behind Campana Brothers.
Jan 10, 2016
Women’s Trend: Western Boots Get A Fashion Twist
International, Footwear News, N.2532
Wild, Wild West indeed. Decorative embroidery and straight-shooter shapes modernize the classic women’s cowboy boot this season. Paired with rollicking westerly looks, the trend takes a new direction for spring ’16.
Jan 10, 2016
Golden Globes Celebrity After-Party Shoe Style
International, Footwear News, N.2528
While the Golden Globes red carpet may not have provided many shoe moments, the after-parties allowed for more daring styles. Many celebrities change out of their long gowns into shorter ensembles, giving us a glimpse at their footwear choices.
Jan 10, 2016
Burberry London Collection: Men’s RTW Fall 2016 Shoes
International, Footwear News, N.2527
As part of Burberry’s streamlining – the label recently combined its three labels under one banner – Christopher Bailey mixed up sporty and elegant, luxe and common, military and civilian – and came up with a powerful cocktail for fall.
Jan 10, 2016
David Bowie’s Remarkable Influence On Fashion & Footwear
International, Footwear News, N.2526
While the news of David Bowie’s passing marks the end of an era in music and culture, his influence will undoubtedly live on. And nowhere is his shape-shifter style more memorable than his unique, often-emulated fashion sense.
Jan 07, 2016
African American Woman Starts Luxurious Shoe Line for Women of Larger Sizes
International, benzinga, N.2475
Eleanor Anukam knows something the fashion world has ignored for decades – not only do women come in all shapes and sizes, so do their feet! As a statuesque African American woman with size 11 feet, Anukam knows all too well the struggle some women face to find footwear that fits comfortably while also being stylish and luxurious.
Jan 07, 2016
Looking Back: The Best Shoes From Men’s London Fashion Week In 2015
International, FN, N.2474
With the shows at London Collections: Men officially kicking off today, the runways are bound to offer an exciting assortment of men’s shoes for fall ’16. The feeling of newness was a movement that took off in London this past year, with labels offering more experimental and bold designs than those seen in other cities.
Jan 06, 2016
Global footwear market to reach a market value of around USD 216 billion by the end of 2019 published by leading research firm
International, WhaTech, N.2425
The footwear market is highly fragmented with the presence of well-diversified international vendors. There is an intense competition between these companies, enabling constant growth and innovations.
Jan 05, 2016
Nike Wants You to Make Your Own Footwear, Has Plans for Smart Sneakers
International,HighSnobiety, N.2421
As the world’s leading sports brand, Nike is no stranger to innovation. In addition to power laces, it looks like the Swoosh may have something up its sleeves for a “smart” sneaker in the near future.
Jan 03, 2016
The Footwear Fix: Athletic Propulsion Labs Techloom Pro Sneakers
International, FN, N.2312
The holidays—and 2015—are officially kaput. Which means you no longer have an excuse for sitting around watching TV, eating leftovers, and feeling your waistline expand. It's time to get to the gym, or at least get up and moving. (You might have even made a resolution about it.) And for that, you need the right footwear.
Jan 03, 2016
The 10 Best Designer Men’s Shoes On Sale This Week
International,FN, N.2309
While the women’s shoe market has seen a tremendous amount of sales throughout December, the men’s sales are now in full swing as well. This week’s retailer sales include a wide range of designer footwear styles, from classic Grenson dress shoes to eye-catching Raf Simons sneakers.
Dec 23, 2015
How Re-Engineering High Heels Actually Is Rocket Science
International,Fortune, N.2160
In the 1950s, aerospace engineers pioneered passenger jets. In the 1960s, they helped America win the space race. And today, they are finding ways to stick the landings on some of the first reusable rockets.
Dec 23, 2015
Casbia Introduce Three New Footwear Styles to End the Year
International,Highs Nobiety, N.2159
After dropping an all-black suede version of their most iconic sneaker, the Vetta, Italian footwear company Casbia has released three new shoes to conclude the year. The brand’s Vetta sneaker, a high-fashion interpretation of the ubiquitous slip-on, returns in a “Hazel” colorway and is rendered in reversed calf leather.
Dec 22, 2015
Global Footwear Market 2015 Forecast and Analysis to 2019
International, QWTJ Live, N.2057
The report Global Footwear Industry 2015 is a professional, in-depth study that includes insights extracted from complex information, which clients can use for their business advantage. A large volume of precise, reliable market data has been distilled into clear and actionable insight for clients so that they can formulate their plans or make crucial business decisions with precision.
Dec 14, 2015
The Footwear Fix: Melindagloss Lace-Up Shoes
International, Esquire N.1931
Parisian label Melindagloss was launched in 2009 by lifelong friends Rémi de Laquintane and Mathieu de Ménonville with the goal of creating "fashion for the thinking man." (Even the name itself is designed to subvert traditional ideas of masculinity.)
Dec 09, 2015
Teva Launches Fall 2016 Line of Year-Round Footwear
International, PR Newswire N.1796
GOLETA, Calif., Dec. 9, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Teva® (a division of Deckers Brands, NYSE: DECK) today unveiled its fall 2016 collection of year-round footwear, a line that combines functional style with exceptional craftsmanship.
Dec 08, 2015
This Footwear Collab Brings Together Brooklyn and Japan
International, Details N.1815
It's hard not to admire the spirit of collaboration that has been integral to the rise of the Brooklyn-based shoe brand Greats. After partnering with ONLY NY, Orley, Pyer Moss, and Ècole this year, the company is finishing 2015 strong by teaming up with the Japanese retailer United Arrows.
Dec 08, 2015
NikeLab and Stone Island Present Collaborative Footwear and Apparel for FW15
International, Highs Nobiety N.1794
Newly offered up from NikeLab is a collaborative collection alongside Stone Island. The partnership is a celebration of Nike’s Windrunner Jacket, which was created by Nike’s first apparel designer in 1978, and remains to be a track and field staple in 2015.
Dec 08, 2015
The Footwear Fix: Edward Green Chelsea Boots
International, Esquire N.1793
What would you call the color of these Edward Green chelsea boots? It's not just tan or brown; there's something more to it. Chestnut? Caramel? Burnt sienna? Let's go with that last one (if only for the Crayola reference).
Dec 07, 2015
Why Journeys & Famous Footwear Are Booming Right Now
International, Footwear News N.1814
I“The combination of convenience and fashion is helping [family footwear retailers],” explained CL King & Associates analyst Steve Marotta. “[Shopping] department stores can be a little more arduous, whereas these types of businesses tend to be ‘easy in, easy out.’”
Dec 06, 2015
Footwear Designer George Esquivel Talks New Collection And Collaborating With Florsheim
International, Fashion Times N.1792
Iconic American heritage footwear brand Florsheim and shoe craftsman George Esquivel recently partnered to design a capsule collection of women's and men's shoes, just in time for the holidays.
Dec 04, 2015
Hush Puppies unveils new collection
UAE, Khaleej Times N.1856
Hush Puppies, a popular global brand of contemporary, casual footwear for men, women and children, has launched its new Autumn Winter Collection in the UAE. The new collection exhibits the perfect blend for style and comfort, and has a wide range to offer. Hush Puppies is exclusively distributed in the region by Jawad Business Group, a leading business conglomerate in the region.
Dec 03, 2015
Global Footwear Materials Market Report - Trends, Technologies & Forecast 2015-2020
International, PR Newswire N.1690
This report provides a market overview for the footwear materials market. The study includes the demand of this particular market on a global and regional scale for a six year period of 2014-2020, both in terms of volume(kilo tons) and revenue($ billion).
Nov 29, 2015
The Worth Project: Four Cool Shoe Collaborations
International, FN N.1688
“We bring together people who normally would not get to know each other — that is manufacturers with a certain know-how on the one side and designers with ideas on the other,” explained Danièle Clutier, professor at the French Institute of Fashion (IMF), about the concept behind the Worth Project, an initiative funded by the European Commission to ignite the competitiveness of small and medium-sized creative businesses based within the European Union
Nov 24, 2015
People Footwear Releases Phillips High
Source : FN.1593
People Footwear has released a high-top version of arguably its most popular silhouette, the Phillips.
The Phillips High is available now for men and women online via the brand’s website, peoplefootwear.com, and retails for $89. The brand’s latest shoe is available in three colorways: Beachwalk Brown, Naval Blue, and Expedition Green.
Nov 24, 2015
S.F.’s standout fall fashion shows
Source : SFGateN.1592
There’s no doubt that fall is San Francisco’s favorite fashion season. Throughout September and October, players old and new spotlighted local and international designers in fashion weeks and shows that celebrated diversity in culture, sexuality, shapes and even disabilities.
Nov 24, 2015
Spectre Star Léa Seydoux is Stunning in a Supreme Sweatshirt
Source : Esquaire N.1591
Even in minor early roles–the opening scene of Inglorious Bastards, as Owen Wilson's love interest in Midnight in Paris–Léa Seydoux lit up the screen. If you somehow missed her, A) you're crazy, and B) that's a good excuse to go back and re-watch two excellent movies. While you're at it, go ahead and check out her subsequent successes inBlue is the Warmest Color and The Grand Budapest Hotel.
Nov 23, 2015
Pondering The Under Armour, Lululemon Acquisition Chatter
Source : Footwear News N.1524
“Both Nike and Under Armour are focused on building their own respective brand,” Poser wrote Monday. “Adding another brand to the mix would prove a distraction. The differences between the primary consumer of each brand are subtle but real. An acquisition of course, would be good for Lulemon shareholders, but would prove to be bad for shareholders of Nike or Under Armour.”
Nov 20, 2015
Practicality bucking fashion trends when it comes to winter boots
International, The Star N.1687
In the popular TV show Fargo many of the Midwestern characters are often seen wearing Sorel winter boots. The heavy, rubber boots the Minnesotans wear in the current season, set in 1979, communicates to viewers: These are an uber-practical people.
Sep 01, 2015
Charlotte Olympia creates capsule collection for Havaianas
Source : buro247.com N.996
Brazilian beachwear staple, Havaianas, have tapped creative footwear designer, Charlotte Dellal, the woman behind – Charlotte Olympia – to create a limited capsule range of flip-flops. Set to drop during Milan Fashion Week, Dellal will apply her joyful design flair to three different sandals and a beach towel.