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Footwear designer to watch: Annie Purdy

British footwear design is undergoing a revival, and it is being led by a new crop of designers looking to place innovation, craftsmanship and sustainability at the core of their designs. Leading the resurgence is recent London College of Fashion (LCF) and Royal College of Art graduate Annie Purdy, who was awarded the Sustainable Development...

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Portuguese footwear industry to invest 600 million euros

The Portuguese footwear, components, leather goods manufacturers association (APICCAPS), which represents the footwear industry in the country, is looking to invest 600 million euros in the industry by 2030 with a focus on innovation, sustainability, worker skills and international growth. “This is our largest investment ever. We believe that we...

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Lisbon Fashion Week: by designers, for designers

While the big four fashion weeks from New York, London, Milan and Paris might take up most of the column inches, smaller events, such as Lisbon Fashion Week, which just closed out its 64th season, are looking to offer the industry a different perspective, one filled with creativity and meaningful exchange. Lisbon Fashion Week, also known as...

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Portuguese footwear industry looks to be an alternative to Italy

Portugal is looking to become a “strong alternative to Italy” for the footwear industry after announcing it will invest 600 million euros into the sector over the next few years. According to international consultancy EY Parthenon’s study, ‘The Footwear Industry’s Path to Luxury,’ Portugal could become a key player in the luxury footwear sector...

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Portuguese designers shining in New York

When the European fashion countries come to mind, the United Kingdom, France, and Italy are the first on everyone's lips. However, a little country called Portugal has a burgeoning design community of its own that's finally getting its just due here in New York City. Earlier this month, Portuguese footwear association, APICCAPS and apparel trade...