Perry Ellis International Inc. raised its adjusted earnings guidance for the second quarter of fiscal 2016, ending Aug, 1, 2015 to breakeven. This guidance represents the better end of the company's initial expectations…
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Imports Increasing as Retailers Prep for Back-To-School
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to increase 7.3 percent this month over the same time last year as retailers stock up for the busy back-to-school season, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker repor
Bogner Pulls Sale
The family owner of Bogner, the maker of winter jackets and skiwear, has canceled plans to sell the company. As reported, Bogner last year hired Goldman Sachs to seek a buyer…
Skechers to Showcase Mariano Rivera for MLB All-Star Game
Skechers first TV spot starring legendary New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera will debut during the MLB All-Star Game..
Feetures! Supports Run Specialty “Pair Up” Sales Contest
Feetures!, the maker of running socks, is continuing their campaign to support run specialty retailers with their September “Pair Up” sales contest. The promotion will encourage retailers to improve their customers’ in-store experience
OBIT: La Sportiva’s Francesco Delladio
La Sportiva in a statement said Francesco Delladio, president of La Sportiva globally, has passed away.
Fjällräven Appoints VP of Retail for North America
Fjällräven appointed Steve Stout as the brand’s vice president of retail in North America. In his most recent position, he worked for Rip Curl as the general manager of retail operations in North America…
Shiekh Shoes To Open Downtown L.A. Storefront
Shiekh Shoes has signed a lease to open a new location at 745 South Broadway Street in Los Angeles, CA…
Cole Haan Launches New Campaign
Cole Haan has launched its campaign, “Prepare For Takeoff,” as part of the Fall 2015 collection. Set against The multi-channel digital and social campaign features three of New York City Ballet’s brightest stars – Sara Mearns, Megan Fair
The Buckle Sees Modest June Comp Gain
The Buckle, Inc. reported comparable store net sales increased 0.5 percent in June. Net sales for the 5-week fiscal month ended July 4, 2015 increased 2.7 percent to $87.1 million…
Report: Thomas H. Lee Close to Acquiring EBay’s Enterprise Unit
Thomas H. Lee Partners LP, the private equity firm, is in advanced talks to acquire eBay's Enterprise segment, formerly known as GSI Commerce, according to Reuters. In January, eBay said it planned to divest its Enterprise business through a sale or
Brunswick Acquires SCIFIT
Brunswick Corporation has acquired SCIFIT Systems, Inc., which will become a part of Life Fitness. SCIFIT is a leading provider of exercise equipment tailored to the needs of the growing number of active aging seniors…
Skechers Sues Steven Madden for Infringing on Go Walk Line
Skechers USA, Inc. filed a lawsuit against Steven Madden Ltd. for selling footwear that infringes on the popular Skechers Go Walk product line as well as other popular Skechers product lines…
Bates Footwear to Launch PowerSports Footwear
Bates Footwear, a division of Wolverine Worldwide, has selected Acorn Woods Communications as its agency of record to provide strategic and creative marketing consultation as the brand launches a new line of motorcycle footwear in 2015…
Vans Partners with Eley Kishimoto on Living Art Collection
Vans has teamed up with British design house Eley Kishimoto, a brand known for its bold, vibrant prints, to launch a collection of wearable art with Vans footwear, apparel and accessories as the canvas to these imaginative designs…
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