TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • MAY/JUNE 2023 • A FORMULA4MEDIA PUBLICATION
Above: Propet TravelActiv Sport Sandals.
On the Cover: Remonte Filippa, Mephisto Swena, Oboz Katabatic Wind, Naot Adonis.
THE FOOTWEAR EYE / 8
Brand and retail news and analysis from around the footwear industry.
RETAIL / 18
Sharing their stories: Goodmiles Running Company, The Running Well Store, Chiappetta Shoes.
THE COMMISSIONS QUESTION / 22
Should you pay your shoe sales staff commission? Alan Miklofsky and others weigh in.
SANDALS TRENDING UP / 26
A combination of elevated looks and functional details have the sandal category soaring.
OUTDOOR MIX / 36
Top picks, ranging from casual to performance, for the outdoor lifestyle.
SUMMER SHOPPING TRENDS / 40
Consumers share insight on their shopping decisions in our latest Trend Insight survey.
ESSENTIAL ITEMS / 44
Standout socks and insoles for those ready to get active.
LINES WE LIKE / 50
Dual threats from Oliver Thomas, Telic, Sperry and Proto Collective.
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