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Record Q1 revenues for Mizuno

Brazil footwear exports decline in 2026

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Artisan network includes leather manufacturers, JM Weston says

Footwear brand JM Weston has included its leather suppliers in a tribute to the artisanship that allows it to keep producing its high-end shoes and boots. It said the quality it is able to offer customers comes from “thousands of actions” that...

Ecco strengthens leadership team
Footwear brand Ecco has strengthened its global leadership team with the promotion of Neal Taylor to executive...
JD Sports appoints new Chair
JD Sports has announced the appointment of Peter Agnefjäll as Chair of the Board, effective September 1, 2026.Mr...
Some growth for Bangladesh as new fiscal year begins
According to data from the Bangladesh Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), the leather sector recorded a 1.6% increase...
Market growth momentum maintains at Brooks
Performance running brand Brooks Running reported a record second quarter and said revenue increased by 14% year...
Definitive Dongen closure puts Hot-Shop events in doubt
The future of the Hot-Shop design events, which footwear and leather group Ecco has run annually in the...
Shoes & Leather Vietnam reports strong turnout
The 26th International Shoes and Leather Exhibition, incorporating the 26th International Footwear & Leather...

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The beauty of calf leather

Calf leather remains a benchmark material in luxury footwear, valued for its fine grain, softness and performance. This feature explores the qualities, sourcing challenges and craftsmanship behind this premium leather.In luxury footwear,...

Lasting trend
Beyond Beyoncé’s influence, the western boot was popular long before...
Mixed message
Luxury group Kering has set out its vision for the future. The...
TPU sole with rubber soul
BASF says Elastollan GripTec gives designers greater freedom and...
Supershoe helps athletes make history
Three athletes achieved world-firsts at the 2026 London Marathon....
Complex combinations
Technology provider Trinamix has developed a system that can see...