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TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • DECEMBER 2020
IN THE NEWS
KEEP IT CASUAL
RETAIL RESILIENCE
LINES WE LIKE
VF acquires Supreme; Venus Williams teams with K-Swiss;
NSRA's leadership change; and a look at what's selling.
Whether it's versatile ankle boots or sneakers with attitude,
comfort looks for Fall '21 deliver a dose of effortless cool.
Independent footwear retailers from across the
country share their stories on the year that was.
More than meets the eye: Casual style meets innovation
in these standout new footwear offerings.
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