If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Footwear News may receive an affiliate commission. Simone Biles is ready for summer — for further proof, one need only look at her wardrobe. The Olympic athlete posed on Instagram in a new outfit while vacationing in Cancun, proclaiming her … Read more
With in-person events back in full swing, the American Apparel & Footwear Association hit New York on Wednesday for the 45th AAFA American Image Awards, and there was a powerful takeaway: The industry must step up its efforts to be more inclusive. The event, held at the Plaza in New York, honored Levi’s chief Chip … Read more
Despite retailers’ repeated attempts to solve the fitting challenge online, many still have high return rates of 30 to 40 percent. The reality is customers typically try on five or more pairs of shoes when shopping in store to find the right fit. And when shopping online, customers are sometimes buying two to three sizes … Read more
Even with the future of the Nike Kobe line looming after the Kobe Bryant estate decided not to renew its contract with the brand, new colorways of the Kobe 6 Protro continue to surface. Newly leaked images shared by @Brandon1an show a purported Nike Kobe 6 Protro “Mamba Forever” that’s rumored to hit shelves this summer. The shoe wears a simple … Read more
Salma Hayek and her daughter Valentina Pinault recently flexed their modeling muscles in a shoot with Vogue Mexico. In the stunning photo spread, the 55-year-old actress and her 14-year-old daughter put their almost-identical looks on display, celebrating their close bond through photos. Shot in recognition of Mother’s Day, the cover and corresponding photo spread was … Read more
It appears that Jordan Brand will continue its yearly tradition of Easter-themed releases in 2022 with a new Air Jordan 5 expected to arrive just in time for the holiday. zSneakerheadz reports that the “Easter” Air Jordan 5 will hit shelves in April 2022. While images of the shoe have not yet surfaced, the mock-up provided by the … Read more
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Footwear News may receive an affiliate commission. Read any running shoe review, and odds are you’ll find it littered with the word “cushioned.” Cushioned is perhaps the most overused word when describing how a running shoe feels. I’ve been a … Read more
It’s always a treat when the most familiar colorways in the Air Jordan legacy makes an appearance on modern shoes. The combination of aquatone teal and concord purple is one for the ages, first appearing on the Air Jordan 5 and grabbing the timeless “Grape” moniker that still stands to this day. It would later … Read more
In addition to KCDC celebrating 20 years in business with its collaborative SB Dunk High dropping this weekend, Nike SB will remain in New York for another upcoming sneaker project. Newly leaked imagery from @Prvt.selection on Instagram shows a new Nike SB Dunk High colorway that’s said to be designed in collaboration with renowned New York-based artist Faust. The pair dons … Read more
Nike’s “World Champions” Pack, notable for its wrestling belt accessory on the laces, appears in a color fitting of the championship theme. Lakers purple and gold accent this upcoming Air Force 1 Low release, possibly a nod to the team’s 2020 championship. Clad in black, the base alternates between matted and cracked leather, applying them … Read more