Author: Alex Durant
Alex Durant
Alex writes about sneakers, boots and everything in between — with a focus on design, craft and the stories behind the silhouettes.
Vans is now selling three versions of its Authentic sneaker on Zara’s e-commerce platforms in a quiet but significant distribution shift.
Kim Kardashian wore strappy Manolo Blahnik sandals and a Roberto Cavalli dress to the Singapore F1 Grand Prix to support Lewis Hamilton.
Christian Louboutin tapped Dita Von Teese to front his Spring 2027 La Pigalle show, with guests including Cynthia Erivo, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Matières Fécales.
Hogan marks its 40th anniversary with four short films and an exclusive sneaker drop, led by president Andrea Della Valle of Tod’s Group.
JD Sports appoints John Mersho, from Shoe Palace’s founding family, as CEO of JD North America. Mike Grimes joins as JD Group CMO.
Nike’s Halloween Air Force 1 Low in black drops exclusively in kids sizes. Style code IQ2241-001. More seasonal options are coming from Nike.
Nike’s Air Force 1 Low Black Rat features convincingly rat-like fur on the classic 1982 silhouette. Unsettling, intentional, and already generating strong reactions.
New Balance has announced nine Made in USA sneakers dropping across seven releases from September to December 2026, leaning into domestic manufacturing.
Nike’s Ja 4 Halloween release features mummified detailing and glow-in-the-dark construction on Ja Morant’s fourth signature basketball shoe.
Nike drops three Devil Fruit-inspired Air Max Plus colorways with matching apparel next month in a full One Piece collaboration.