Author: Linda Crawford
Linda Crawford
Linda covers footwear with the precision of someone who considers shoes the most honest part of any outfit.
DTLR debuts experimental retail format in Annapolis featuring suspended dirt bikes, dedicated Jordan shop, and theatrical design elements across 6,000 square feet.
Kurt Geiger reports handbags now outpacing shoe sales as e-commerce exceeds half of direct sales, with resort-themed collections driving emotional purchases.
Autry opens 688-square-foot flagship on Rue des États-Unis, targeting luxury tourists and festival attendees in France’s resort capital.
Chanel’s Resort 2027 collection features sandals with heel-shaped heels, pushing footwear design into surreal new territory alongside Tabis and FiveFingers.
Compression socks have transformed from medical devices into luxury fashion statements, with designer brands creating premium versions that blend wellness benefits with high-end style.
Podiatrists are partnering with running stores to create custom insoles that address marathon runners’ specific biomechanical needs and prevent common foot injuries.
Clogs are replacing high heels in banking as wellness priorities and practical needs reshape corporate dress codes for better performance.
Hybrid hiking boots are revolutionizing executive wardrobes, blending outdoor performance with boardroom sophistication as leaders embrace versatile footwear.
Corporate law firms are embracing ballet flats as the new power shoe. Health concerns and generational shifts drive this professional footwear revolution.
Finance executives are embracing heels designed by physical therapists, combining professional polish with biomechanical support for 12-hour workdays.