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Lacoste wants to take direct control of its shoe business

French clothing and footwear manufacturer Lacoste is preparing to buy out the shares of its partner, the British group Pentland, in a joint venture that was created in 2018 to develop the footwear sector…
21.04.2025 17

LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault Calls for 'Free Trade Zone' Between Europe and US

French luxury giant LVMH is facing new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump after his return to the White House and has expressed hope that European leaders will negotiate "reasonably" with the US administration, writes…
21.04.2025 22

Tamaris Presents Men's Footwear Collection for Spring/Summer 2025

In the spring-summer 2025 season, the German shoe brand Tamaris is expanding its range with a line of men's shoes TMRS MEN, which includes stylish and comfortable models for urban…
18.04.2025 389

The marking failed

Izvestia published an article that cites figures showing how the data on the volume of Russian footwear production in the Honest Sign system diverges from Rosstat data. Thus, for the 3rd quarter of 2024, in the identification system…
18.04.2025 367

Jonathan Anderson Appointed Creative Director of Dior Homme

Jonathan Anderson is the new creative director of Dior Homme, Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO of LVMH, which owns…
17.04.2025 379

By the end of 2025, Moscow expects to commission almost 400 thousand square meters of retail space

According to the consulting company NF GROUP, by the end of 2025, another 24 shopping centers are expected to open in the capital in addition to the five already commissioned in I…
17.04.2025 393

Hermès offsets US export duty hike with price hikes

Despite the difficult economic situation at the beginning of 2025, Hermès continues to gain momentum. In the first quarter, the French luxury group Hermès reported revenues of 4,1 billion euros, up 9% (+7% excluding…
17.04.2025 433

Lineapelle Fashion Committee Presents Fall-Winter 2026/27 Trends

Glitter and innovation are in trend. “Materials should become endorphin generators, carriers of positive emotions, physical and…
16.04.2025 489

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Articles about the shoe business

Euro Shoes – on a new premium platform!

The leading international footwear exhibition Euro Shoes premiere collection will be held from August 27 to 30, 2025 at a new premium venue in Moscow - the Congress Center of the World Trade Center on Krasnopresnenskaya…
15.04.2025 1563

Clarks: 200 years of quality, style and innovation

In 2025, the legendary British brand Clarks celebrates its 200th anniversary – an impressive milestone that demonstrates the brand’s continuing relevance, impeccable quality and global recognition. Since its founding in 1825, the company has not only…
14.04.2025 1422

How to preserve a retail business in the fashion market in the era of marketplace hegemony?

The fashion segment has become the leader of e-commerce in the Russian market in the last few years. And, of course, this trend has affected the financial results of offline retail stores, which have suffered significant losses in revenue and profit.…
08.04.2025 843

The cyclicality of fashion and its impact on the financial results of the fashion business

Stylists and experts never tire of telling both professionals and ordinary consumers of fashion industry goods and services that fashion develops cyclically. The cyclicality of fashion has a significant impact on the financial results of the fashion business,…
31.03.2025 1121

New brand in the SOHO FASHION portfolio – BEVERLY HILLS POLO CLUB

SOHO Fashion continues to grow and develop in the Russian footwear market, and in 2025, the leading distributor's brand portfolio added a new one - the legendary Beverly Hills Polo Club (BHPC). This is an international brand that has become…
21.03.2025 2227

Euro Shoes@CAF will be held in Almaty from March 10 to 12

Almaty is preparing for the opening of the main event of the fashion industry in Central Asia - the 35th international fashion exhibition CAF (Central Asia Fashion), which is being held for the fourth season in cooperation with the largest Russian…
04.03.2025 2672

The 35th Euro Shoes exhibition took place in Moscow!

Last week, Moscow hosted the 35th international exhibition of footwear and accessories Euro Shoes Premiere Collection. The four days of the event were intense and productive. The organizers of Euro Shoes noted an increase in the number of visitors to the exhibition…
25.02.2025 1820

Euro Shoes starts on February 18th in Moscow!

The main international exhibition of footwear and accessories will be held in Moscow at the Expocentre from February 18 to 21. The exhibition will present collections of leading European brands, both well-known in our market and new ones…
11.02.2025 3181

Rendez-Vous has relaunched its wholesale business

Now the discount on the assortment is up to 65% of the retail price.
28.01.2025 4102

Spanish footwear brand JOSE SAENZ debuts at Euro Shoes

The young and ambitious Spanish brand of women's footwear JOSE SAENZ will present its collection for the first time at the international footwear exhibition Euro Shoes in Moscow.
20.01.2025 2826

How to Conduct an Effective Strategy Session for a Shoe Business?

Every business owner imagines a cloudless future for his company something like this: high profits, ideal employees, loyal customers, competitors biting their elbows, and market conditions that are favorable specifically for his company. Do you want to get closer to…
09.01.2025 2411

How to Choose Winter Shoes: Expert Advice

With the arrival of cold weather, the issue of choosing good winter footwear becomes extremely relevant. Comfort, warmth and protection from moisture are the main requirements for footwear in the cold season. An expert of the German brand of footwear and accessories…
17.12.2024 3918

Shoemakers' problems are growing

The annual general meeting of the National Footwear Union (NOBS) was held in Moscow.
16.12.2024 5378

Shoe factories in Russia are closing one after another

The footwear industry in Russia is in a severe crisis. A number of Russian shoe manufacturers have announced the end of their…
13.12.2024 19523

Three Main Trends in Visual Merchandising Based on Events

Today, fashion stores are trying to adapt under pressure from marketplaces. This is happening not only in Russia, but all over the world, as marketplaces are capturing an ever-increasing share of the market in different countries. There is a battle for the buyer,…
26.11.2024 2875

Service and Marketing Tips in Fashion Retail

Selling in the modern sense is not just solving a customer’s problem, it is creating a positive emotional customer experience. And 86% of customers are willing to pay for a positive experience…
12.11.2024 4981

Euro Shoes@CAF to be held in Almaty again

From March 10 to 12, 2025, the international exhibition of clothing, footwear and accessories Euro Shoes@CAF will be held in Almaty.
07.11.2024 2964

Euro Shoes will be held from February 18 to 21 in Moscow!

The international exhibition of footwear and accessories Euro Shoes Premiere Collection will be held in the capital's Expocentre from 18 to 21 February!
05.11.2024 3961

Lessons and Conclusions from Moscow Fashion Week and BRICS+ Fashion Summit

The third Moscow Fashion Week and BRICS+ Fashion Summit highlighted the problem of the almost complete absence of shoe brands at the Week events. Is there a chance for our shoe industry to grow to the level of fashion, and for Fashion Week in…
01.11.2024 2967

Online and offline - eternal battle or cooperation?

The rapid growth of the "Clothing and footwear" category on marketplaces makes us think about the decline in consumer interest in purchasing goods in traditional fashion retail. However, according to experts from Fashion Consulting Group, it is not worth…
25.10.2024 5346

Five fashionable models of men's shoes: forecast for the autumn-winter season 2024/25

Trend analysts, fashion trend forecasters, have already formulated their concepts of what will be worn in the next cold season, having analyzed hundreds of images from dozens of shows at fashion weeks in Milan, London, New York and…
22.10.2024 5907

How to Increase Shoe Sales in a Retail Store by 25% Through Effective Management

Almost every retail company has effective and ineffective salespeople, that is, those who always fulfill and exceed the sales plan and those who from month to month do not reach one hundred percent. And as a result, the sales plan sags in everything...
15.10.2024 4974

Making the right diagnosis. 10 ways to quickly identify your customers' "pains"

Have you ever thought about how your offer on the website of an online store, on marketplaces is perceived through the eyes of the buyer? How deeply and well do you know the needs of your target audience and the fears of your customers? SR expert on digital…
24.09.2024 6364

How to determine the effectiveness of a shoe business

Today, most entrepreneurs calculate and analyze their business performance indicators. However, about 30% either do not do this or do not understand anything about it (but would like to understand this issue and start working with…
16.09.2024 5677

Euro Shoes was a huge success in Moscow

The international exhibition of footwear and accessories Euro Shoes premiere collection was held in Moscow from August 26 to 29 at the Expocentre. The organizers and participants of the professional exhibition note the high level of attendance and business activity.…
03.09.2024 5069

We are waiting for you at the Euro Shoes exhibition on August 26-29

The international exhibition of footwear and accessories Euro Shoes premiere collection starts in Moscow next Monday. In the capital's Expo Center from August 26 to 29, Euro Shoes will be held in alliance with the leading international clothing exhibition CPM...
23.08.2024 7212

EXTR4 - a new shoe brand from Italy at the EURO SHOES exhibition

Imagine a world where the barriers between urban style and athletic performance disappear, where shoes become more than just an accessory, but an integral part of your personality and lifestyle. This is the world of EXTR4, a new shoe brand from…
21.08.2024 5962

The business program of the EURO SHOES exhibition will take place on August 28

After a break, the business program returns to the EURO SHOES premiere collection exhibition. It will take place on August 28 in pavilion 8.4 of the Expocentre, from 12:00 to…
13.08.2024 5472

PETER KAISER IS BACK! The oldest shoe brand in Europe will again be presented in Russia, Caprice Vostok CEO Viktor Kunz spoke about this in an exclusive interview with SR

"Peter Kaiser is back!" – with this slogan, the German brand Caprice opens the spring-summer 2025 season. At the end of December 2023, it became known that Caprice acquired Peter Kaiser, one of the oldest, rich in tradition and most respected shoe…
12.08.2024 5632

Global footwear production down by 1,5 billion pairs in 2023

According to statistics from the World Footwear Yearbook 2024, the annual analytical bulletin of the Portuguese Footwear Association, global footwear production fell by 6% last year, to 22,4 billion pairs. And global footwear exports decreased by...
05.08.2024 7107
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