Shoes Report – business magazine of the shoe market – shoes as a business
Shoe factories continue to shrink in Italy
The crisis has put 4000 jobs at risk in the Italian province of Veneto. Businesses and unions are sounding the alarm, and local companies are being forced to use social protection systems to avoid layoffs and closures, writes La… 22.05.2025 124
Geox Group sales down 2,4%
The Italian Geox Group presented its results for the first quarter of 2025, consolidated sales for the first three months of 2025 amounted to 189 million euros, which is 2,4% less than in the same period a year earlier, writes… 22.05.2025 110
Jimmy Choo Launches Archival Collection
Jimmy Choo continues to exploit the fashionable flair it earned when it first appeared in the cult American TV series Sex In the City. The brand has decided to release an archive collection, including… 21.05.2025 293
In France, more than 3000 stores in the fashion segment have closed in five years
Since the pandemic began in 2020, the fashion sector in France has seen around sixty bankruptcies. And since the beginning of this year, at least six fashion retail chains have been affected by legal proceedings, including Jennyfer, Café Coton and Kaporal, - reports… 20.05.2025 489
Pierpaolo Piccioli is the new creative director of Balenciaga
Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli, 57, has been appointed creative director of the Balenciaga fashion house. He replaces Demna Gvasalia, who moved to Gucci two months ago… 20.05.2025 447
Chanel to Show Cruise Collection in Singapore
Luxury brands continue to conquer Asia. Chanel is set to present its cruise collection in Singapore, the same collection that was recently presented in a sensational fashion show on Lake Como in… 19.05.2025 525
Adidas and Puma rivalry to be featured in new US TV series
The series is based on materials from the family archives of the Dassler brothers, founders of sports brands Adidas and Puma, and will tell the story of one of the most fascinating family conflicts in history… 19.05.2025 401
Argentina wants to sort out terms regarding leather characteristics
The Industrial Commission of the Chamber of Deputies of Argentina received representatives of the national leather industry to discuss two provisions regulating the commercial use of terms related to… 16.05.2025 570
Salvatore Ferragamo's Shoes Inspire Pastry Chefs
Italian confectioners have created cakes that are exact copies of six legendary pairs of shoes from the archives of the Italian "Shoemaker to the Stars" maestro Salvatore Ferragamo. They were presented in the 10_11 restaurant of the Milan hotel Portrait Milano, which is part of the hotel management company owned by the Ferragamo family.
How Pareto's Law Works in a Shoe Retail Store
Analysis of the company's performance is an important quality of a manager. Many indicators in the retail business are subject to analysis, primarily - sales planning and inventory balances, KPI performance by employees, the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, the number of sellers, their work schedules and many other factors that affect the final result of the store. In this material, SR expert on increasing sales in shoe retail Evgeny Danchev, using the Pareto principle, understands the reasons why revenue and volumes of goods sold are distributed very unevenly between weekdays and weekends. The author is confident that the Pareto principle is indispensable in the systemic analysis of sales management efficiency and sales results. But it is important to apply it correctly and interpret its meaning.
Main trend themes for footwear and bags collections for the fall-winter 2025/26 season
Whatever aesthetics your collection adheres to - craft heritage, elegant minimalism inspired by traditions or, conversely, futuristic forms - if your customer strives to be fashionable and you need to regularly update your assortment with current trendy novelties, pay attention to the design trends, models and details of women's shoes and bags in the fall-winter 2025/26 season described in this article. To prepare it, the author used materials from the international trend bureau Fashion Snoops, which is a source of commercial forecasts for the seasons ahead, and current trend analytics of key events in the fashion industry around the world: industry exhibitions, shows, shows.
How a fashion brand can get into ChatGPT recommendations
Experts say ChatGPT could become a shoe search tool and even a style consultant. According to a report from Dutch payment company Adyen on retail, more than a third of shoppers worldwide are already using AI.
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 already being held for the fourth season in cooperation with the largest Russian international shoe exhibition Euro Shoes.
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 BeverlyHills Polo Club (BHPC). This is an international brand that has become a symbol of the American way of life, freedom and style. Founded in the 1980s, it is inspired by the spirit of polo sport, which
associated with elitism, aristocracy and an active lifestyle.
The 35th Euro Shoes exhibition took place in Moscow!
Last week, the 35th international exhibition of footwear and accessories Euro Shoes Premiere Collection took place in Moscow. The four days of the event were intense and productive. Euro Shoes organizers noted an increase in the number of visitors to the exhibition compared to the previous edition in 2024.
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 Embankment.
Clarks: 200 years of quality, style and innovation
In 2025, the legendary British brand Clarks celebrates its 200th anniversary – an impressive milestone that demonstrates its enduring relevance, impeccable quality and global appeal.recognition of the brand. Since its foundation in 1825, the company has not only created shoes, but also set the standards for comfort and style, remaining a symbol of British craftsmanship and innovation.
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 goods and services in the fashion industry that fashion develops cyclically. The cyclicality of fashion has a significant impact on the financial results of the fashion business, since it dictates periods of demand and decline and determines which goods will be in demand at a certain moment. SR expert in assortment planning and management Emina Ponyatova talks about which aspects of the cyclicality of fashion should be taken into account by shoe retailers in their work, and how they affect the financial performance of the business.
How to preserve a retail business in the fashion market in the era of marketplace hegemony?
The fashion segment has become the leader in e-commerce on 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. Not every retail business can withstand price wars with marketplaces, and with each new sales season, the fight for customers will only intensify. SR expert on increasing sales on the fashion market Evgeny Danchev talks about what can be done in such a tough situation and what effective strategies to use to save a retail business.
Shoe factories in Russia are closing one after another
The shoe industry in Russia is in a severe crisis situation. A number of Russian shoe manufacturers have announced the cessation of their activities this year.
Heading towards Moscow - development of the MASCOTTE chain in a new concept
The brand of shoes, clothing and accessories Mascotte continues to actively develop the network in a new concept. Updated spaces appeared in Moscow in the VEGAS KASHIRSKOE shopping center on the 1st floor (area more than 300 m²) and the Vesna shopping center on the 1st floor (area more than 400 m²). By the end of 2024, openings are planned in the Botanica Mall mixed-use complex on the 1st floor (area more than 400 m²) and in the ODIPARK shopping center on the 1st floor (area more than 300 m²). In 2025, the brand plans to continue to expand its network of branded salons in a new concept through consistent and methodical openings in new shopping centers and rebranding of current salons with relocation to larger areas.
Sales through marketplaces. Growth points and pitfalls
Over the past few years, marketplaces have been actively growing, taking away share from offline retail. And shoe brands are eager to sell their products through these online platforms, hoping to earn a lot more and scale their business. Marketplaces really take on a lot (issues of logistics, delivery, returns, promotion in search engines), but everything is as ideal and rosy as it seems to beginners. Inexpensive traffic and regular sales come at the cost of risks and fines. SR expert in sales management and strategic development of fashion brands, business consultant Daniya Tkacheva talks about growth points and pitfalls of working with marketplaces.
Trade equipment in a modern shoe and accessories store
For a very long time, commercial equipment was a purely utilitarian item of store interior. But those days are long gone, and today retail equipment is not just shelves, racks, tables, but one of the effective tools of visual merchandising, an integral part and reflection of the concept of retail design. In the previous issue (Shoes Report, #199), SR’s resident expert in the field of store building and commercial display design, Marina Polkovnikova, examined the main trends in retail design, which, in her opinion, shoe stores should pay attention to. These are minimalism, monochrome, natural and environmentally friendly materials in the design of shop windows and retail space, inclusivity and safety. These trends will be relevant in the next few years. Continuing the topic started, in this article Marina Polkovnikova gives recommendations on how to use retail equipment to create a trendy commercial presentation of goods in a store and, at the same time, a comfortable atmosphere for customers that encourages them to make purchases.
How to differentiate yourself from competitors and earn more?
Online shoe sales are increasingly competing with offline stores every year, but they still cannot count on even a 20-30% share of sales on the Russian market. With rare exceptions, the cost of shoes on marketplaces is lower than in retail stores; for some reason, most buyers prefer to purchase a new pair, albeit more expensive, but personally choosing from the assortment presented on store windows and shelves. This illogical behavior of buyers can only be explained by the fact that each of them has individual characteristics when choosing purchases. SR expert on increasing sales in fashion Evgeny Danchev talks in detail about three options for a marketing strategy for positioning retail in the market, their advantages and benefits.
What decorative items can be used as retail equipment to effectively present shoes and bags?
More and more often, when we enter a fashionable clothing or shoe store, we see that for the presentation of goods they use objects that are unusual for a retail space - books, paintings, vases, mirrors... In previous issues with SR's resident expert in the field of visual merchandising, store building and commercial display design With Marina Polkovnikova, we analyzed current trends in store design, and in shoe retail in particular, for the next few years. The expert told how to use retail equipment to create a trendy commercial presentation of goods in a store and, at the same time, an atmosphere that is comfortable for customers and encourages them to make purchases. Continuing the topic started in the two previous issues, now let’s look at what other ways there are to update your store without changing it globally.
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 9,1% year-on-year, to 14 billion pairs, writes Worldfootwear.com.
MUNZ Group: Five common mistakes when searching for line personnel
Mistakes in personnel selection are costly for companies. The time spent on searching, the investment of money in organizing recruitment and the lack of salespeople in the store increase the value of each correctly selected employee and increase the cost of an error. Munz Group HR Director Ekaterina Ananenkova talks about the most common mistakes.
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. Euro Shoes will be held in the capital's Expo Center from August 26 to 29 in alliance with the leading international clothing exhibition CPM Moscow. In one place and on the same dates, both exhibitions will bring together a large number of visitors, buyers and fashion industry professionals from Russia and the CIS countries.
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 by the buyer? How deeply and well do you know the needs of your target audience and the fears of your customers? SR expert in digital marketing and creating a unique brand selling proposition Tatyana Vasilyeva answers these questions and also gives recommendations on how to avoid typical mistakes in the product card, how not to make a description, photos and videos, and how to avoid unnecessary expenses in the design of your product.
Shoe educational program: what shoe soles are made of
“What is the difference between TEP and EVA? What does tunit promise me? Is PVC glue? What is the sole of these shoes made of? ”- the modern buyer wants to know everything. In order not to smash his face in front of him and be able to explain whether such a sole suits him in soles, carefully read this article. In it, process engineer Igor Okorokov tells what materials the soles of shoes are made of and what makes each of them so good.
How to set prices that will earn
Some businessmen still confuse the concept of margin with the concept of trade margins and set prices for their goods, guided solely by the example of competitors. No wonder they go broke! Analyst at the Academy of Retail Technologies Maxim Gorshkov gives several tips and formulas with which you can set not only ruinous, but also profitable prices.
Sales of shoes and accessories: effective techniques for business rhetoric
Which speech modules are effective in communicating with potential and current customers of shoe stores, and which are not, Anna Bocharova, a business consultant, knows.
We form the salary of sellers: expert advice
“How do you charge your consultants for personal or general sales?” Is one of the most popular questions causing a lot of controversy and gossip on the online forums of retail business owners. Indeed, how to properly form the earnings of sellers? But what about bonuses, where to get a sales plan from, do employees allow them to buy goods at discounted stores? In search of truth, the Shoes Report turned to a dozen shoe retailers, but no company wanted to disclose its motivation system - the process of its development was too complicated and individual. Then we asked four business consultants, and finally became convinced that the topic of seller motivation is very complex, because even our experts could not come to a common opinion.
Technology Selling Issues
There is nothing worse than meeting the buyer with the words “Hello, can I help you with something?”, Because the seller works in the store just to help. Criticizing this well-established pattern of communication with the buyer, Andrei Chirkarev, business coach for effective sales and the founder of the New Economy project, shares the technology of truly selling issues with readers of Shoes Report.
The whole truth about Bayer. Who is he and how to become one?
Bayer is no longer a new, but still a popular and sought-after profession. It’s fashionable to be a buyer. Buyers are at the origins of the emergence and development of trends. If the designer offers his vision of fashion in the season, then the buyer selects the most interesting commercial ideas. It is on buyers that the policy of sales of stores and what, in the end, the buyer will wear depends on. This profession is surrounded by a magical fleur, often associated with a lack of understanding of what exactly is the work of a buyer.
Fur, and not only: types of lining
In the production of winter footwear, various materials are used that are designed to retain heat and meet the requirements of consumers: natural sheepleather, artificial fur, artificial fur from natural wool and others. All types of lining fur have their own advantages and disadvantages. Let's consider the properties of each of them.
The best models of Czech shoes of the past
In Soviet times, for shoes from Czechoslovakia sold under the Cebo brand, customers stood in line for four hours and did not regret it, because Czech shoes were considered to be of high quality, comfortable and fashionable. Shoe designer Juraj Shushka shared a photo archive of his collection with Shoes Report magazine, which contains the most interesting Cebo models from the 1940's to the 1980's.
Retail Arithmetic
Before you begin to solve specific problems, you need to find out how accurately all the leaders of your company understand the basic terminology of retail.
How to fire a worker without tears, scandal and trial
Sooner or later, any manager is faced with the need to part with an employee. Properly and on time the dismissal procedure will save the company money, and the boss himself - nerves and time. But why sometimes, knowing that a break in relations is inevitable, we put off the decision for months?
How a fashion brand can get into ChatGPT recommendations
Experts say ChatGPT could become a shoe search tool and could even be used as a style consultant, according to a report from Dutch payment company Adyen on retail…
22.05.2025 105
How Pareto's Law Works in a Shoe Retail Store
Analysis of the company's performance is an important quality of a manager. Many indicators in the retail business are subject to analysis, primarily - sales planning and inventory balances, KPI performance by employees, the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, ...
06.05.2025 2133
Salvatore Ferragamo's Shoes Inspire Pastry Chefs
Italian confectioners have created cakes that are exact copies of six legendary pairs of shoes from the archives of the Italian "Shoemaker to the Stars" maestro Salvatore Ferragamo. They were presented at the 10_11 restaurant of the Milan hotel Portrait Milano, which is part of the company for…
29.04.2025 2543
Main trend themes for footwear and bags collections for the fall-winter 2025/26 season
Whatever the aesthetic of your collection - artisan heritage, elegant minimalism inspired by tradition or, on the contrary, futuristic forms - if your customer strives to be fashionable and you need to regularly update…
22.04.2025 1583
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 2332
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 2264
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 1673
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 2097
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 3173
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 3325
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 2436
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 3844
Rendez-Vous has relaunched its wholesale business
Now the discount on the assortment is up to 65% of the retail price.
28.01.2025 4882
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 3474
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 2992
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 4519
Shoemakers' problems are growing
The annual general meeting of the National Footwear Union (NOBS) was held in Moscow.
16.12.2024 5941
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 20985
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 3433
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 5652
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 3558
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 4477
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 3415
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 5828
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 6509
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 5573
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 7356
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 6181
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 5563
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 7805
