Axel Arigato Creative Director Gives First Look at Zane Sneaker
Axel Arigato unveiled the Zane sneaker, a unisex, low‑profile model priced at $330, debuting on March 25 as part of its Spring/Summer 2026 “Green Space” collection. The shoe features a Portuguese‑made leather upper with suede overlays, an offset‑stitch eyestay, T‑toe construction, and a knit‑inspired recycled‑rubber outsole. A vibrant colour range targets both men and women, reflecting a shift toward brighter palettes in the footwear market. Launch activation includes a partnership with Lime, offering the first 100 customers in six cities a complimentary 30‑minute electric‑bike ride.
Nike Restocking Its Futuristic, 3D-Printed Air Max Sneaker for Air Max Day
Nike announced it will restock the limited‑edition 3D‑printed Air Max 1000 “Black/Volt” as part of Air Max Day. The sneaker, produced by Zellerfeld using its TPU‑based ZellerFoam material and dual‑colour 3D printing, features an all‑black slip‑on upper with a bright‑green Air...
‘WWE 2K26’ Is Out Now — Here’s Every Nike and Air Jordan Sneaker Featured in the Game
WWE 2K26 launched on March 13 for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, adding a robust sneaker lineup from Nike and Jordan Brand. Players can unlock the footwear in The Island mode without purchasing the Ringside Pass, each costing 18,000 VC. The...
New Balance Gave One of Its Most Popular Sneakers a Sandal Makeover for Summer
New Balance is launching a sandal‑inspired version of its popular 9060 sneaker, dubbed the 9060 Mule, for the summer season. The new model retains the original’s Abzorb and Abzorb SBS midsole cushioning while swapping flat laces for a quick‑lace toggle...
EXCLUSIVE: UK Streetwear Brand Hoodrich Expands Into Footwear With JD Sports Launch
UK streetwear label Hoodrich is launching its first men’s footwear collection in the United States through a partnership with The Eastman Group, sold exclusively at JD Sports stores and JD.com. The debut line includes the $100 Recon chunky‑sole sneaker in three...
EXCLUSIVE: Repetto Taps Kaia Gerber to Collaborate on Ballet Styles and Dance-Focused Campaign
French luxury footwear brand Repetto has partnered with model Kaia Gerber to launch a limited‑edition capsule collection and a dance‑focused short film. Gerber co‑designed two new ballet‑flat styles—the 2 cm‑heeled “Kaia” and the 4.5 cm‑heeled “Pina”—featuring her handwritten signature on the insoles...
Lainey Wilson’s Golden West Pays Homage to Home State Louisiana With New Cowboy Boot
Golden West introduced the Wild Magnolia cowboy boot, a 14‑inch tall boot that celebrates Louisiana’s state flower with hand‑painted magnolia motifs and 3‑D embroidered stitching. The leather upper is deliberately distressed for a lived‑in look, and the boot retails for...
Nike’s New Low-Profile Double-Laced Sneaker Reissue Is Being Compared to Miu Miu
Nike is reissuing the 1979 women’s track shoe Sprint Sister as a low‑profile lifestyle sneaker for 2026. The flagship Ridgerock colorway features paneled suede, a patterned Swoosh and a distinctive double‑lace system that mirrors the recent Miu Miu × New Balance collaboration. Priced at...
Brooks Shuffles Leadership Team in ‘Strategic Evolution’
Brooks Running announced a senior leadership reshuffle, promoting Carson Caprara to chief product officer, expanding CMO Melanie Allen’s remit, and creating a senior vice‑president‑general‑manager role for Mike Billish overseeing the Americas. The changes are framed as part of a “strategic evolution” to support...
Vans Is Releasing New Colors of Its Wildly Popular Pearlized Pack Sneakers
Vans is launching a new Pearlized Pack that refreshes its Premium Classic Slip‑On and Premium Old Skool 36 sneakers with five new colorways featuring pearl embellishments, studs, and pre‑distressed midsoles. The collection includes two Old Skool 36 shades—Black/Navy Blue and Vintage...
Monse’s Platform and Jelly Boat Shoes With Sperry Make Debut at Nordstrom
Monse has entered footwear with its first collaboration with Sperry, debuting eight new shoe styles at Nordstrom. The collection reimagines Sperry’s classic boat‑shoe silhouette with platform soles, graffiti‑inspired graphics, and premium materials. Two key models—Jelly Boat and Lug Boat—are offered...
Harry Styles Has Doubled Down on the Ballet Flat in His ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally’ Era
Harry Styles has made ballet flats a signature look during his new "Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally" era, appearing in mint‑green mules at the Grammys, black leather ballerinas at the Brit Awards, and black flats on Saturday Night Live....
Shoe Palace Brings Its ‘Nine Three’ Flagship Store Concept to Melrose Avenue
Shoe Palace has opened the fourth “Nine Three” flagship on Melrose Avenue, extending its experiential retail rollout to seven locations. The Los Angeles store channels California’s Prohibition era with a speakeasy‑style lounge, custom stone, marble, and pastel accents. The concept showcases...
The Classic Triple-Black Nike Air Force 1 Takes a Page From Black-Tie Shoes’ Patent Leather
Nike is launching a new Air Force 1 Low “Black Patent,” a fully glossy patent‑leather version of the classic triple‑black silhouette, priced at $125. The shoe eliminates the traditional lace dubrae for a cleaner look and will be sold online and...
EXCLUSIVE: Designer Susan Fang Brings a Surreal Update to Three Melissa Shoe Styles
London‑based designer Susan Fang has teamed with Melissa to launch a surreal, nature‑inspired shoe capsule. The collection reimagines three iconic Melissa silhouettes—the Luna Bloom ballet flat, Possession Platform Sakura, and Daphnis Ballerina—in pastel colorways and a gradient that shifts from opaque to crystal‑clear....
The Oregon Ducks Give the Big Bubble Nike Air Max 95 Woods — and Lumber-Inspired Makeovers
Division Street, the Oregon Ducks’ NIL collective, unveiled two new Nike Air Max 95 colorways—The Woods and Lumber Yard—on March 16, 2026. The Woods edition features five shades of green shaggy suede, neon‑green lace loops and a black sole, while Lumber Yard...
The Best Shoes at the 2026 Oscars: Anne Hathaway, Renate Reinsve and More
The 2026 Oscars red carpet was dominated by minimalist strappy sandals, with Renate Reinsve showcasing Giuseppe Zanotti’s 105‑centimeter Intriigo sandals and Regina Hall opting for Stuart Weitzman platform sandals. Anne Hathaway added a touch of sparkle with Roger Vivier jeweled sandals, while Priyanka Chopra kept classic elegance...
Bombas Steps Up Its Game With Bombas Sport, Targeting Growing Athletic Market
Bombas has launched Bombas Sport, a dedicated performance sock sub‑line targeting activities such as running, skiing, and studio workouts. The new line has driven a 40% year‑over‑year increase in new customers and nearly doubled repeat purchases, pushing performance products to...
Jefferies Analyst Says Nike Wholesale Is Back on Track at Dick’s: Here’s Why
Jefferies analyst Randal Konik says Nike’s wholesale business is regaining momentum at Dick’s Sporting Goods, citing strong product‑led demand and collaborative activations. He highlights that both Dick’s and Foot Locker have completed inventory clean‑ups, removing pressure on Nike’s sell‑through. Konik notes...
U.S. Tariffs Impacted Yue Yuen’s 2025 Profits and Revenue
Yue Yuen Industrial Ltd. reported a 1.8% drop in 2025 revenue to $8.03 billion, while shoe shipments fell 1.2% to 252.2 million pairs. Manufacturing revenue rose modestly, and the average selling price increased 3.7% to $21 per pair. Overall profit slipped 2.9%...
Adidas’ Hottest Running Shoe Gets Its Loudest Look to Date With an Iridescent Upper
Adidas announced it has sold nearly 10 million pairs of the Evo SL, its top‑selling running shoe. The brand unveiled a new “Chinese New Year” color‑changing edition with an iridescent upper, faux‑pony‑hair detailing and gold‑embroidered logo. The limited‑edition model retails for $160,...
Capri CEO John Idol: Jimmy Choo Is ‘On Track’
Capri Holdings CEO John Idol told investors Jimmy Choo is “on track” at the Citi Global Consumer & Retail Conference. The brand reported fourth‑quarter comparable‑store sales growth, marking a third consecutive quarter of higher comps and over 20% wholesale growth in...
Nike’s Air Force 1 Is Getting Two New Releases Inspired by Kobe Bryant’s Alma Mater
Nike is launching two Kobe Bryant‑themed Air Force 1 Low sneakers inspired by his Lower Merion high‑school colors. The “Home” version features a white/Team Red palette while the “Away” flips to Team Red/white, both with snakeskin‑patterned uppers and Kobe’s number 33 stitched on the...
Nike Just Officially Revealed Its Futuristic New Air Liquid Max Sneaker
Nike officially unveiled the Air Liquid Max, the latest addition to its Air Max line, after a teaser appearance in rapper Yeat’s February music video. The sneaker features a new “point‑loaded Air” cushioning system that places flexible air units only...
Nike Designer Gives Closer Look at Futuristic Sneaker Riffing on the Foamposite
Nike designer Frank Cooke unveiled the First Sight Shadow, a futuristic slip‑on sneaker that reinterprets the iconic Air Foamposite silhouette. The shoe features a molded upper with ripple‑like channels, metallic pod detailing, and a jewel Swoosh, signaling a new level...
EXCLUSIVE: Rothy’s Taps Footwear Veterans Phil Russo and Salym North at ‘Pivotal Moment’ for Brand
Rothy’s has added two seasoned footwear executives to its leadership team, naming former Converse and Vans chief Phil Russo as senior vice president of design and innovation and ex‑Adidas senior director Salym North as vice president of product development and...
Vans Taps SZA, Travis Barker, Hayley Williams and More for Spring 2026 Campaign
Vans is launching its spring 2026 “Off the Wall” campaign to mark the 60th anniversary of the Authentic sneaker. The global effort features musicians and athletes such as SZA, Travis Barker, Hayley Williams, Franz Lyons, Lizzie Armanto and T‑Funk, photographed by Rosie Marks. New colorways of...
EXCLUSIVE: Solange Knowles Fronts New Nike + Jacquemus Moon Shoe Drop
Jacquemus and Nike have relaunched their iconic Moon Shoe collaboration, introducing three new colourways—brown, Sail and pale pink—fronted by Solange Knowles. The sneaker, originally crafted by Bill Bowerman for the 1972 Olympic trials, receives a modern makeover with a ruched...
Nike’s Air Force 1 Is Coming Out in New Colorful Patent Leather Styles for Summer
Nike is launching a new low‑top Air Force 1 QS Patent Pack this summer, featuring three vibrant patent‑leather colorways: Mystic Navy/Lime, Dark Team Red/Orange, and Topaz Gold/Orange. The designs, unveiled after a limited Pink Cooler release, showcase candy‑paint hues aimed at...
Brooks Running Brought Back a 2000s Sneaker With High-Performance Tech and It’s Available Now
Brooks Running has resurrected its 2009 Adrenaline GTS 10 sneaker, blending Y2K‑era styling with modern performance technology. The reissue features a nitrogen‑infused DNA Tuned midsole that merges large and small foam cells for softer heel cushioning and responsive forefoot feel. Launched...
Loewe Fall 2026 Shoes: A Kitten Heel Swim Shoe Takes Over the Runway
Loewe’s creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez unveiled their Fall 2026 shoe collection at Paris Fashion Week, headlined by a swim‑style shoe with a sculpted kitten heel. The silhouette features a wide toe, ankle strap and comes in bright hues...
Consumer Pressures Are Driving Footwear Sales at These Two Channels
Consumers facing tighter budgets are turning to thrift stores and warehouse clubs for footwear, driving notable sales growth in both channels. Middle‑income and younger shoppers seek unique, affordable sneakers, while weight‑loss drugs like GLP‑1 have spurred size changes and increased...
Kobe Bryant’s First Post-Retirement Sneaker Is Coming Back This Year With Upgrades
Nike will re‑release the Kobe AD Protro “Ruthless Precision” sneaker this holiday season, bringing back the 2016 metallic‑grey colourway with upgraded materials. The refreshed model is expected to feature modern Cushlon 3.0 foam, replacing the original Lunarlon and Zoom Air construction....
Nike Could Be One Step Closer to Converse Sale as Swoosh Reveals $300 Million in Restructuring Costs
Nike disclosed roughly $300 million in pre‑tax restructuring charges for the nine months ending Feb. 28, driven largely by severance costs and the consolidation of U.S. distribution centers that eliminated nearly 800 jobs. The filing references "exit or disposal activities," fueling analyst...
Roger Vivier’s Gherardo Felloni Joins the Conversation on Sensuality With Fall 2026 Collection
Roger Vivier’s creative director Gherardo Felloni unveiled the Fall 2026 collection in Paris, centering on a contemporary reinterpretation of sensuality as freedom and confidence. The collection revives the brand’s iconic Choc heel with a slimmer, lacquered silhouette, adds a rose‑themed line...
L.E.K. Brand Heat Index Shows Which Shoe Brands Are Top of Mind
L.E.K. Consulting’s 2026 Brand Heat Index, based on a survey of nearly 5,000 U.S. consumers, shows Nike retaining the top spot in athletic footwear for both men and women. Hoka and On Running are closing the gap, especially among female...