Cover: Steven and Mark Jubelirer, co-owners of Reyers Shoe Store. Photographed by Michael Stephen.
TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2021
PUSHING THE
BOUNDARIES
CHIC COMFORT
GOES THE DISTANCE
TREND INSIGHT:
THE IN-STORE EXPERIENCE
2021 GOLD MEDAL
SERVICE AWARDS
POSTCARDS
FROM ITALY
Lightweight design and innovation in uppers, midsoles and foam
materials have running footwear brands racing ahead into 2022.
From trend-right clogs and rugged boots to sleek slip-ons, chic
styles with smart construction rule the day heading into 2022.
Footwear Insight honors the best independent footwear retailers in
the nation with the Gold Medal Service Awards for Customer Service.
In our latest survey, we asked consumers what they expect and
hope for when it comes to in-store service.
New shoe and campaign from Diadora celebrate
the brand's authenticity and
Italian heritage.
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