On the Cover: The Val-Venosta ($90) sneaker from Enjoiya has comfort-focused
construction and an on-trend laser-perf upper. Photo by Frank James
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TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2020
THE FOOTWEAR EYE
SNEAKER STYLE
TREND INSIGHT
SAFETY FIRST
BRAND SUPPORT
LINES WE LIKE
Challenges and
opportunities for Holiday;
Retail news; Product
launches; and more from
around the industry.
As more runners take to
the streets day and night,
brands refine their running
safety product offerings.
Do it all sneakers for Spring
'21 include feature-packed
options with comfort to
spare. And they don't
compromise on style.
In this survey, conducted
by MESH01, active and
outdoorsy consumers weigh
in on retail, products, fitness
routines and more.
We talk to execs at key
brands about the importance
of their relationships with
independent retailers.
Sales trend data shows that
boots are a good bet for
retailers right now. Here are
some standout styles.
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