REPAIR, REPURPOSE, RECYCLE / 12
A look at how brands and retailers are extending the life of footwear, step by step.
BUSINESS INSIGHT / 16
In his latest column, Alan Miklofsky offers advice on preparing for a recession.
SHOP TALK / 18
Getting a pulse on 2025 through the lens of independent footwear retailers.
CLASSICS & COMFORT / 26
Traditional silhouettes are back at work, while sneaker styles still get the job done.
FRESHENED UP / 36
New options in the recovery footwear category provide a style boost.
TREND INSIGHT / 44
In our latest survey, consumers tell us how they shop for work & more.
LINES WE LIKE / 50
Battle of the Fittest: 3 new styles for a variety of active pursuits.
TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • MARCH/APRIL 2025 • A FORMULA4 MEDIA PUBLICATION
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