Anticipation is building for the 2024 FN Summit, set for June 25 in New York. The all-day event, which will take place at 583 Park, brings together the architects at the center of footwear’s biggest success stories. With the industry in transition, the summit will examine the burning issues that are reshaping the business, including retail evolution, the AI revolution and the critical diversity conversation. In a highly charged political climate, DEI is at a critical crossroads. André Pinard, director of culture at Exposure and former Adidas executive, will lead an important panel about this d ..read more

Kylie Minogue walked the red carpet at the 2024 Time 100 Gala in New York City on Thursday, wearing Louboutin sandals. A closer look at Kylie Minogue’s shoes.WireImage The “Padam Padam” singer was honored at the annual celebration within the Icon category of the Time 100 list of the world’s most influential people. For this year’s event, held at the Jazz at Lincoln Center, Taraji P. Henson was invited to host the ceremony. The 2024 Time 100 list also included Dua Lipa, 21 Savage, Mark Cuban, Patrick Mahomes and America Ferrera.  Kylie Minogue at the 2024 Time 100 Gala.Kristina Bumphrey fo ..read more

LeBron James revealed a new colorway for his Nike LeBron 21 “Prime Year” mash-up sneaker during the Los Angeles Lakers’ Thursday night loss to the Denver Nuggets. The special makeup for his signature sneaker borrows elements from Deion Sanders’ Nike Air DT Max 96 and was first worn by James during the NBA All-Star Game in February. A new colorway for the shoe, which has been given the name “Prime Year” because James in his 21st NBA season and Sanders played with the no. 21, utilizes red, white and black. Trademark elements from the Nike Air DT Max 96 carry over to the LeBron 21 through the cla ..read more

When Marvin Harrison Jr. hits the field as a member of the Arizona Cardinals, he will have New Balance cleats on his feet. However, for the 2024 NFL Draft, the star wide receiver opted for a classy look from Louis Vuitton. Harrison Jr. — the No. 4 overall pick in the draft — crossed the stage NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell wearing an all-black suit from Louis Vuitton. Specifically, he wore the luxury label’s Monogram Wool Evening Cutaway Jacket from Louis Vuitton with the matching pant, as well as its LV Waimea L Sunglasses. And on foot, the athlete opted for black Louis Vuitton ..read more

In a move that surprised no one, the Chicago Bears selected star quarterback Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. And when he crossed the stage to shake NFL commissioner Roger Goodell’s hand, he did so in style. For the moment, Williams chose a classy navy suit by Chrome Hearts. The highlight of the look was its double-breasted jacket, which featured a bold silver zipper. On foot, the athlete opted for a pair of tasseled dress loafers. Also, his nails — which he paints often — were silver for the occasion. Caleb Williams in a Chrome Hearts suit and tassel ..read more

With Detroit serving as the host of the 2024 NFL Draft, it’s only right that the league tapped the city’s biggest star to kick things off: Eminem. Before the first pick was made, the rap megastar met NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on stage to address the fans in attendance. On stage, the “Lose Yourself” rapper — who is a known fan of Nikes and Air Jordans — had a fresh pair of Js laced up. Eminem wore a crisp pair of the Air Jordan 3 “White Cement Reimagined,” which released in March 2023 and retailed for $210. The sneakers feature white leather uppers with gray elephant print panels ..read more

To celebrate Nurses Week starting on May 6, Clove has partnered with Owala on a limited-edition sneaker. Clove was founded in 2018 with a shoe specifically designed for healthcare workers. To support the individuals who make up the largest healthcare profession, the brand has created a new look for its Classic sneakers with Owala.  The Clove x Owala Classic sneakers.Clove To support their community with style, the two brands have created a new design for the Clove Classic sneaker. The White Aquatic Pop colorway features breathable punctures against the sides of the off-white upper. Neon g ..read more

Zappos and Rover have collaborated to deliver the first-ever dog-walking shoe shop. The shoe shop is a a selection of shoes curated through data and surveys meant to find the perfect walkable shoe. “Rover surveyed their five-star dog walkers along with 1,000 dog parents and found that 38% of pet parents buy shoes specifically for walking their dog,” reads an official description on the Zappos website. “With that in mind, Rover and Zappos have “pawtnered” together to curate a collection of footwear for walking our favorite furry pals. See more stats below and see which kind of walker you are ..read more

Skechers continued its earnings winning streak on Thursday, posting record sales in the first quarter of 2024. The Manhattan Beach, Calif.-based footwear company reported Q1 net sales of $2.25 billion, up 12.5 percent from $2.0 billion the same period last year. Net earnings were $206.6 million and diluted earnings per share were $1.33 compared with prior year net earnings of $160.4 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.02. Shares were up nearly 8 percent in after-market trading on Thursday. Skechers noted that its international business drove revenue growth in the quarter, with sales i ..read more

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Footwear News may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Updated April 24, 2024: This article on the best white sneakers for women was updated with new product selections and with editor testing and review notes after a round of footwear testing by FN staff. We are currently testing additional women’s white sneakers from brands like Superga and Alo Yoga for consideration in this expert-approved guide. Table Of Co ..read more