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Montblanc presents a selection of thoughtful gifts

Synonymous with excellence in craftsmanship and design, Montblanc has been pushing the boundaries of innovation ever since the Maison first revolutionized the culture of writing in Ingenuity and imagination continue to be driving forces for the Maison today as it advances its expression of fine craftsmanship across product categories: writing instruments, watches, leather goods, new […]

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Ted Baker to Close All UK Stores

No Ordinary Designer Label Limited (NODL), the company managing Ted Baker’s UK stores, went into administration in March. Following this, 15 stores were closed, and 245 positions at the store and head office were made redundant. Administrators from Teneo have now announced plans to shut all remaining UK stores within the next three weeks. Employees […]

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DROP IN GLOBAL FOOTWEAR PRODUCTION

By Amit Chopra In 2023, global footwear production decreased by 6% to 22.4 billion pairs, marking the lowest point in a decade, excluding the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021. The industry remains heavily concentrated in Asia, where nearly 9 out of every 10 pairs of shoes are manufactured, accounting for 87.1% of global production. China […]

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India’s First Foot Locker Store to Open in Delhi This October

Metro Brands Ltd. (MBL), will unveil India’s first Foot Locker store this October. The store, located in an upscale Delhi mall, will follow Foot Locker’s ‘Store of the Future’ concept, featuring a bold storefront, unique in-store atmosphere, expanded selection of footwear and accessories, a focus on sustainability, dynamic digital features, and other technological innovations. This […]

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ADIDAS UNVEILS NEW ULTRABOOST 5

BUILT TO PROVIDE THE MOST ENERGY RETURN YET Herzogenaurach, 11th July, 2024 – Today, adidas unveils the Ultraboost 5. Redesigned from the ground up, it gives runners the highest energy return yet* thanks to a new midsole construction that offers 9mm more Boost.   The shoe is built for those looking to get more out of their run, […]

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Ludic’s First All-Home-Grown Canvas Sneaker Styles

Ahmedabad: “Canvas, but not as you know it.” With this promise, Ludic, the footwear-first lifestyle brand, launches an exclusively designed, manufactured, all-home-grown, enhanced canvas sneakers collection. These sneakers are designed to fit the style and comfort needs of men and women  – with shades that will complement every outfit, a style that will add to yours, and comfort […]

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Footwear brand Chupps appoints Khairav Duggal as CEO

Chupps, a direct-to-consumer footwear brand has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Khairav Duggal as its chief executive officer (CEO). In his new role, Duggal will oversee all aspects of Chupps’ operations, including product development, sourcing, sales, strategic planning, and e-commerce. Commenting on his new role, Khairav Duggal stated, “I look forward to […]

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Ludic Unveils New ‘Enhanced Canvas’ Sneaker Collection

Footwear-focused lifestyle brand Ludic has launched a new collection of home-grown canvas sneakers. Designed and manufactured in-house, these sneakers cater to both men and women, blending classic and modern styles. The Enhanced Canvas Low sneakers merge timeless canvas design with unique details. Crafted from high-quality canvas fabric, suede, and leather panels, these sneakers feature extra […]

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EU Court Rules Against Nike in Trademark Dispute with Puma

The General Court of the European Union, the second-highest court in the EU, has denied Nike’s trademark application and ordered the company to cover Puma’s legal expenses. Nike had sought to trademark “Footware,” a blend of “foot” and “software” or “hardware,” for a range of tech-related products. Nike can appeal this ruling to the European […]

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