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How Reef Turned Its Business Around to Become No. 1 in the Surf Category
President Mike Jensen and his team have been broadening Reef's scope.
Hari Mari Prepares Lawsuit Against J.Crew for Allegedly Copying 2 Patents
It said the patents are "crucial to preserving its distinction and uniqueness in the premium footwear and…
Birkenstock Interviewing Banks for Potential IPO: Sources
The clog and sandal brand, which is owned by L Catterton and Financière Agache, is getting ready to explore…
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Surf Legend Kelly Slater Launches His First-Ever Footwear Brand With a Sustainable Flip-Flop
After breaking his feet five times surfing, comfort and fit were key components.
Why This 1.4 Million-Member Community Loves Red Wing and Dr. Martens Boots
Klarna and Reddit joined forces to list the most popular high-quality, long-lasting items so far this year…
FitFlop Secures $30 Million to Fund Long-Term Growth Plans
A new five-year $30 million revolving credit facility from Aurelius Finance Company will support its…
Crocs CEO Says 2023 Is ‘Off to a Great Start’ Led by Momentum in North America
"That great start is really driven a lot by innovation and new product introductions," said CEO Andrew Rees.
Crocs CEO: This ‘Fragmented’ Market is Next Growth Opportunity
Andrew Rees sees one promising area as Crocs' fastest-growing product category in 2023, eyeing about $400…
Cole Haan x Atmos Serves Streetwear Style
Meanwhile, Vionic dropped post-sports recovery sandals and Arklyz is making a bigger name for itself in…
Shoe Carnival CEO on Dress-Shoe Rebound: ‘We Believe We’ve Taken Market Share’
Dress, casual and sandals demonstrated "a strong return to pre-pandemic lifestyles and trends," CEO Mark…
Dr. Scholl’s Teams With Ganni for ‘Most Responsible’ Collab Yet
The Caleres brand will for the first time use supply chain traceability software to disclose details about…
Chaco Taps Fat Tire Ale Maker for Spirited Sandals
Beer and other spirits prove to be popular collaborators for fashion brands.
Reef Crafts $150 Flip Flops With Wood, Leather and Sugarcane
The beach-inspired footwear brand described the upcoming sandals as its "most upscale offering ever."
Sandals and Golf Shoes Drive Casual Gains at Genesco
Within the company's biggest division, Journeys, casual footwear outpaced fashion athletic shoes this past…