On this Page: Native Apex 2.0, $125. On the Cover, clockwise from top: colorful and creative styles from BCBG, Skechers, Nina and Vans. Photos by Frank James.
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FOOTWEAR EYE
Chaco's customization
play; new strategy
at Dick's SG; Adidas
highlights and
more from around
the industry.
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TALKING SAS
San Antonio
Shoemakers CEO
Nancy Richardson
talks about the
brand and its Made
in USA operation.
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CROWDSOURCE
Retailers weigh in
on the digital
advertising strategies
with real ROI.
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MAXIMUM FUN
Check out this glam
squad of kids footwear
– sparkly, bright, and
ready to play.
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ALTRA AIMS HIGH
Todd Dalhausser,
the new president of
running brand Altra,
discusses the brand's
growth opportunities
and what makes
specialty special.
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TREND INSIGHT
In research
conducted
by MESH01,
consumers share
thoughts on
both vegan and
kids footwear.
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LINES WE LIKE
Ready for the
spotlight: new styles
from Asics, Umbro,
Camper x Michelin
and New Balance.
TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • MARCH/APRIL 2019
THE NEW VEGAN FOOTWEAR
Demand for animal-free footwear is growing — and
brands are betting on new materials to make the
category their sustainability vanguards. Page 18
