Footwear News

Sam Edelman to Give Keynote Address and Receive Honorary Doctorate at LIM College's 2024 Commencement Ceremony

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LIM College, located in New York City and focused on the business of fashion and lifestyle, today announced that Sam Edelman, a visionary and pioneer in contemporary fashion, will deliver the keynote address to the Class of 2024 at the College's 85th Commencement exercises.

Key Points: 
  • Edelman will also receive LIM's Distinguished Achievement Award and an honorary Doctor of Commercial Science degree.
  • The ceremony will be held at David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center on May 17 at 9 a.m.
  • Inspired by timeless American elegance, Edelman brings an irreverent and on-trend style to his eponymous fashion lifestyle brands, including Sam & Libby, Sam Edelman, and Circus NY by Sam Edelman.
  • Sam and his wife, muse, and lifelong business partner Libby Edelman joined the Caleres family of brands in 2010, establishing the Sam Edelman Division, for which he today serves as President.

Rihanna's Creeper is Back

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Monday, November 20, 2023

HERZOGENAURACH, Germany, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rihanna's iconic creeper is finally back. But this time, it's bigger, bolder and phatter than ever. Imagined, designed, and named by Rihanna, the Creeper Phatty takes the classic Creeper to the extreme with an oversized design, stacked gum sole, and bold pops of color. This new twist on the FENTY x PUMA Creeper is available in three colors for all ages and genders, a full family affair.

Key Points: 
  • Imagined, designed, and named by Rihanna, the Creeper Phatty takes the classic Creeper to the extreme with an oversized design, stacked gum sole, and bold pops of color.
  • This new twist on the FENTY x PUMA Creeper is available in three colors for all ages and genders, a full family affair.
  • Rihanna's vision was to bring the Creeper back but in a bold and culturally relevant way.
  • "When designing the Creeper Phatty we wanted to reinvent the OG Creeper that was loved by so many.

Rihanna's Creeper is Back

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 20, 2023

HERZOGENAURACH, Germany, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rihanna's iconic creeper is finally back. But this time, it's bigger, bolder and phatter than ever. Imagined, designed, and named by Rihanna, the Creeper Phatty takes the classic Creeper to the extreme with an oversized design, stacked gum sole, and bold pops of color. This new twist on the FENTY x PUMA Creeper is available in three colors for all ages and genders, a full family affair.

Key Points: 
  • Imagined, designed, and named by Rihanna, the Creeper Phatty takes the classic Creeper to the extreme with an oversized design, stacked gum sole, and bold pops of color.
  • This new twist on the FENTY x PUMA Creeper is available in three colors for all ages and genders, a full family affair.
  • Rihanna's vision was to bring the Creeper back but in a bold and culturally relevant way.
  • "When designing the Creeper Phatty we wanted to reinvent the OG Creeper that was loved by so many.

Skechers President Michael Greenberg Named Person of the Year by Footwear News

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company™, has been named 2023 Person of the Year by leading trade publication Footwear News in its annual FN Achievement Awards (FNAA)—23 years after he first earned the honor in 2000.

Key Points: 
  • Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company™, has been named 2023 Person of the Year by leading trade publication Footwear News in its annual FN Achievement Awards (FNAA)—23 years after he first earned the honor in 2000.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231102138628/en/
    Skechers president Michael Greenberg named Person of the Year at the 2023 FN Achievement Awards.
  • From fashion styles to lifestyle product and performance shoes for sport enthusiasts, Skechers’ offering is enhanced with the Company’s signature comfort innovations—including its patented Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins® Technology, Skechers Arch Fit® Technology, Skechers Resagrip® Technology, Skechers Max Cushioning® Technology, Skechers Hyper Burst Pro™ Technology, Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam®, Skechers Relaxed Fit® Technology, and Skechers Performance FitKnit® Technology.
  • The Company’s footwear and apparel collections are available in Skechers retail stores as well as at skechers.com , plus department stores and footwear retailers around the globe.

MERRELL® AND JEEP® BRAND RELEASE SPECIAL EDITION HIKING BOOT, COLLABORATION TO PREVIEW AT NAIAS

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

ROCKFORD, Mich., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Merrell®, the world's leading hike and outdoor footwear brand, and the Jeep® brand announced they will launch the "Merrell Moab 3 Mid x Jeep" – a hiking boot built on the legendary heritage of the two icons.

Key Points: 
  • The boot is offered in three colorways, touting popular Jeep brand coat names: Sarge Green, Sting Grey, and Hydro Blue.
  • The Jeep brand team will preview the boot at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) at the Huntington Place in Detroit, Mich., from Sept. 13 through Sept. 24, 2023.
  • NAIAS is considered one of the most influential automotive events in the world – fitting for the two Michigan brands to debut the collaboration.
  • The brand was recently named Footwear News' 2022 Brand of the Year for promoting a more diverse vision of the outdoors.

Scarinci Hollenbeck Client Featured on Bravo Television Show

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scarinci Hollenbeck is proud to announce that our client, rising designer Brittany Allen, is a featured contestant on this season's Project Runway, a critically acclaimed reality show that has showcased and nurtured some of the most talented designers in the fashion world.  This season brought back all-stars from prior seasons to compete against each other, with the winner receiving a cash prize, a feature in Elle, and a prestigious mentorship with the Counsel of Fashion Designers of America. Brittany previously competed on season 18 of Bravo's Project Runway and has made it to this season's finale as one of the final three contestants.

Key Points: 
  • Brittany previously competed on season 18 of Bravo's Project Runway and has made it to this season's finale as one of the final three contestants.
  • Scarinci Hollenbeck and Partner Michael J. Sheppeard have had the privilege of representing Brittany and her brand, providing services that cater to their specific needs in the fashion industry.
  • "Our partnership with Brittany demonstrates Scarinci Hollenbeck's commitment to empowering our clients to achieve their fullest potential while we take care of their legal concerns.
  • When asked about her experience in working with Scarinci Hollenbeck, Brittany stated "I never imagined I would find an attorney as amazing as Michael.

Skechers Named Company of the Year by Footwear Plus

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Monday, February 13, 2023

Skechers U.S.A., Inc. (NYSE:SKX), The Comfort Technology Company™, has been honored as Company of the Year by Footwear Plus for the tenth time.

Key Points: 
  • Skechers U.S.A., Inc. (NYSE:SKX), The Comfort Technology Company™, has been honored as Company of the Year by Footwear Plus for the tenth time.
  • In addition, Skechers Kids received the Excellence in Children’s Design Award, the sixth such accolade from Footwear Plus that the Company has won for its popular kids’ styles.
  • From fashion styles to lifestyle product and performance shoes for sport enthusiasts, Skechers’ offering is enhanced with the Company’s signature comfort innovations—including its Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins® Technology, Massage Fit® Technology, Skechers Arch Fit® Technology, Skechers Max Cushioning® Technology, Skechers Hyper Burst® Technology, Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam®, Skechers Relaxed Fit® Technology and Skechers Stretch Fit® Technology.
  • The Company’s footwear and apparel collections are available in Skechers retail stores as well as at skechers.com , plus department stores and footwear retailers around the globe.

NIMBUS, Inc. Shares Its Next Iteration of the KFC x Jack Harlow Partnership, Adding Druski and Nostalgia To The Mix

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NIMBUS, a nationally recognized, strategic multicultural marketing agency headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky today shares its latest creative for KFC, unveiling the beloved $5 Famous Bowl.

Key Points: 
  • KFC and the Grammy-Nominated rapper collaborated with acclaimed comedian& entrepreneur, Druski, to promote the beloved $5 Famous Bowl* ahead of the holiday season.
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NIMBUS, a nationally recognized, strategic multicultural marketing agency headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky today shares its latest creative for KFC, unveiling the beloved $5 Famous Bowl.
  • The vision of the creative framework was brought to life by the NIMBUS team in conjunction with Jack Harlow, who leaned into nostalgia for the flashback series citing some of his childhood experiences indulging in KFC.
  • NIMBUS is an independent strategic marketing and communications agency with a focus on identifying cultural relevance and developing inclusive marketing engagement.

MERRELL CELEBRATES NATIONAL TAKE A HIKE DAY WITH RELEASE OF INDUSTRY FIRST GLOBAL DIVERSITY IN THE OUTDOORS STUDY

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

ROCKFORD, Mich., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of National Take a Hike Day (November 17), Merrell®, the world's leading outdoor lifestyle and footwear brand and a part of Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE:WWW), published a first-of-its-kind "Inclusivity in the Outdoors" report, an examination of perceived inclusivity and experiences in outdoor spaces around the globe with a focus on Canada, the US, and the UK. To view the full report, please visit: www.merrell.com/us/en/inclusivity-in-the-outdoors.

Key Points: 
  • In doing so, Merrell was able to highlight diverse communities' experiences in the outdoors and at retailers in a more meaningful way.
  • "We are proud to share this report in honor of National Take a Hike Day.
  • In addition, 53% of survey respondents noted they have felt afraid when outdoors, and 15% noted feeling alert, representing a 4% increase since 2020.
  • In 2022, Merrell launched the Merrell Hiking Club (US and Canada) with the goal of ensuring women can safely and confidently experience the power of being outdoors.

MERRELL® TEST LAB LONG SKY 2 NAMED TIME MAGAZINE BEST INVENTION OF 2022

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

ROCKFORD, Mich., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TIME Magazine has selected the world's leading hike and outdoor footwear brand Merrell®'s Long Sky 2 as one of its Best Inventions of 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Merrell Test Lab (MTL) Long Sky 2 is a heavy-duty trail running shoe in its lightest form, designed with a Vibram Megagrip outsole to keep feet firmly planted in unfirm terrain.
  • "Merrell Test Lab is where the most technical and category disruptive innovations are conceived," said Merrell Global Brand President Chris Hufnagel.
  • "The team who developed the Long Sky 2 is most deserving of TIME's Best Inventions List and we are honored to be named among the best of the best.
  • For more information on Merrell, please visit merrell.com .For more information on Merrell's MTL collection, please visit merrelltestlab.com or follow Merrell Test Lab on social @ merrelltestlab .