World Footwear issue three out now
Issue Three of World Footwear is available now.
In our technical section this time we lead with a detailed account of a Footwear Impact Calculator tool that research group Eurofins has launched; it will help manufacturers assess the potential environmental impact of the materials they use. There are also articles about plasma technology, glutaraldehyde-free tanning options, coffee-consuming insole materials and about the importance of choosing good-quality sewing thread.
In Athletic and Outdoor, we provide the background to Allbirds’ decision to refocus on core products, while the Safety and Work Shoes section traces a recent return to work shoe roots by closure technology developer BOA, and celebrates success at the 2023 Red Dot Design Awards for products in this category.
Finally, in Business of Footwear, we offer an in-depth assessment of the strategy behind Authentic Brands Group’s recent forays into footwear.
