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TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2018
16 Knit Trends
Are knit uppers here to stay? And just how
durable are knits in outdoor footwear?
Brands weigh in with answers.
20 Recovery Time
Relief, recovery and comfort. This footwear
lineup has something for everyone looking
to rejuvenate their feet.
24 New Leathers
As sustainable leather becomes a
talking point, advances in leather are an
emerging story.
38 Parental Guidance Recommended
The retro trend du jour is the "Dad Shoe"
look. Brands bring back '90s silhouettes
with style to spare.
44 Trend Insight
Our exclusive research reveals consumer
thoughts on foot scans and foot scanning
technology.
50 Lines We Like
A new twist on the classics. Highlighting
footwear with style and comfort, plus a
little bit extra.
Puma RS-0.
26 GOLD MEDALISTS
Our fourth annual Gold
Medal Service Awards
honor the nation's best
sit-and-fit retailers.
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