Manolo Blahnik is reportedly ceasing operations in South Korea due to a decline in sales as shoppers look to comfort.…
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Birkenstock sales up 20 percent in 2023, China and India key growth drivers
Birkenstock announced sales for fiscal 2023 rose to EUR 1.49 billion, with China and India named key growth drivers.…
Sergio Rossi artistic director Evangelie Smyrniotaki departs
Italian luxury footwear brand Sergio Rossi has announced the departure of Evangelie Smyrniotaki as artistic director, following the natural expiration of her contract…
Wolverine inks new deal with China’s Xtep for Merrell and Saucony brands, sells Asia-based leather business
Wolverine World Wide announced it has reorganised operations in China for both its Saucony and Merrell brand, in addition to the sale of its Asia-based leather business.…
Christian Louboutin inks joint venture with India’s Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail
Luxury accessories brand Christian Louboutin has formed a joint venture with Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL), which will see the transfer of the current Indian business into a newly in…
Foot Locker partners with Metro Brands, Nykaa Fashion for India retail entry
Sportswear retailer Foot Locker announced it is entering India via a dual partnership with Metro Brands and Nykaa Fashion, with the two local distributors looking after the U.S. firm’s offline a…
Allbirds inks South Korea distribution deal with EFG
U.S. footwear brand Allbirds has finalised its new partnership with South Korean distributor, EFG Corporation, as the sustainable brand shifts from a direct go-to-market model to third-party distribut…
Ballet brand Repetto makes leap into China market
Repetto’s new CEO says China is her top priority for 2023 as Chinese tourists return to Paris…
Foot Locker opens first Philippines store in Manila
U.S. specialty footwear retailer Foot Locker has opened its first-ever store in the Philippines this month, opting for the nation’s capital of Manila to make its debut. SEE ALSO: adidas and […]…
Asics acquires France’s Njuko
Japanese athletic footwear company Asics Corporation announced it has acquired Njuko SAS, the French race registration platform for running events across Europe. Established in 2012 by Pierre Duveller…