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Eddie Bauer Expands Partnership with Outdoor 5
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (239+ words) Authentic Brands Group announced an expanded partnership with longtime Eddie Bauer licensee Outdoor 5, LLC to assume responsibility for the brand's e-commerce and wholesale operations, as well as design and product development in the United States and Canada. Authentic Brands Group…...
Waterproof Footwear Brand Vessi Opens First Store
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (184+ words) Vessi, the Vancouver, B.C.-founded waterproof footwear brand, opened its first U.S. retail store at Bellevue Square in Bellevue, WA. Founded in 2018, Vessi has sold more than two million pairs globally, with the Pacific Northwest representing one of its strongest customer regions....
Nike Sells Digital Sneaker Design and NFT Company RTFKT
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (224+ words) Nike quietly sold RTFKT a year after winding down its digital collectible's studio division. The sale represents Nike's continued withdrawal from digital collectibles and blockchain-based products. Nike quietly sold RTFKT a year after winding down its digital collectible's studio division....
FDRA: Most Footwear Execs Surveyed See Shoe Prices Climbing in 2026
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (132+ words) The Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) released the results of its Q4 2025 Shoe Executive Business Survey, showing that many footwear executives expect the cost of imported footwear to rise materially in 2026, with several indicating they are only now beginning…...
Japan’s Marubeni Buys British Sportswear Brand Gola
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (199+ words) Marubeni, the Japanese conglomerate that purchased RG Barry Brands in 2024, has acquired Jacobson Group, the owner of the British retro sneaker brand Gola. Jacobson's portfolio of footwear brands also includes Lotus, Ravel and Frank Wright, along with licensed brands Dunlop…...
P448 Appoints Former Nike VP as CEO
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (265+ words) P448, the Italian sneaker brand, appointed Jordan Morrell as its new chief executive officer. Morrell worked for Nike for nearly 11 years, from October 2010 to June 2021, with roles including VP of Strategy and Operations/GM of Nike Design (Global); senior director, GM…...
EXEC: French Outerwear Brand JOTT Seeking Buyer
4+ day, 13+ hour ago (139+ words) JOTT, the French casual outerwear brand owned by L Catterton, was placed in receivership in December 2025 and is seeking a buyer, according to French media outlet'Fashion Network. JOTT, the French casual outerwear brand owned by L Catterton, was placed in…...
EXEC: SGB 2026 Look Ahead — Active Lifestyle Footwear Market Leaders
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (1257+ words) Tariffs remain top of mind among footwear brand and retailer leaders, with product differentiation and new ways to drive traffic expected to be critical to offset the sting of higher footwear prices. Social media is expected to play a larger…...
Arklyz Completes Acquisition of Gabor Shoes
1+ week, 3+ day ago (247+ words) Arklyz, the Swiss parent of The Athlete's Foot," has completed its acquisition of Gabor Shoes, the German brand known for its fashionable and comfortable women's shoes." Arklyz, the Swiss parent of The Athlete's Foot, has completed its acquisition of Gabor…...
Iron Oak Apparel Opens Second Store
2+ week, 3+ day ago (90+ words) Iron Oak Apparel Co., the Western lifestyle brand with a focus on golf attire, opened its second store, in Gruene, TX. Iron Oak Apparel Opens Second Store Iron Oak Apparel Co., the Western lifestyle brand with a focus on golf…...