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New Balance reopens Oxford Street store with new retail concept

Sportswear brand New Balance has reopened its London flagship store on Oxford Street, unveiling a fully redesigned retail concept aimed at rethinking the traditional shopping experience “by putting people, not products, at the centre”. The new premium experience builds on the brand’s new global retail concept and has been tailored for London,...

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New Balance expands ‘Made in UK’ collection

American sneaker brand New Balance has added a new style to its ‘Made in UK’ collection, which combines walking shoe heritage with contemporary design for a more formal aesthetic. The ‘Allerdale’ is named after the historical district in Cumbria, home to the brand's UK manufacturing facility in Flimby, and draws its cleaner silhouette from the...

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The Accessories Council names recipients for 2025 ACE Awards

The Accessories Council (Ac) has shared the name of its honorees for the 2025 Accessories Council Excellence Awards (ACE Awards). The annual ACE Awards gala, set to take place on May 6, 2025, at the historic Pierre Hotel in New York City, honors individuals and companies that aid the growth of the accessories industry. This year’s event will see...

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New Balance stakes claim in trail running market with Mont-Blanc Marathon deal

New Balance announced it has secured a five-year title sponsorship of the prestigious Mont-Blanc Marathon, marking a significant push into the outdoor sports sector ahead of the 2025 edition. The partnership pairs the 118-year-old American sportswear manufacturer with one of trail running's most storied events, which attracts nearly 10,000...

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‘47 to create headwear and knits range for New Balance

Sports lifestyle brand ‘47 has announced its first multi-year licensing agreement with New Balance. As a part of the agreement, ’47 will produce lifestyle and performance headwear and knits for New Balance. The new designs, co-created by both brands, will launch in two drops, one on October 1, 2024 and one in early 2025. Commenting on the...

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New Balance opens new consumer-centric retail concept in Edinburgh

Sportswear giant New Balance has unveiled a new store concept in St James Quarter, Edinburgh’s shopping district. At the heart of the ‘UCC’ concept is the brand’s mission to prioritise the customer, putting people at the centre of the experience instead of product, a press release said. With this in mind, the store’s interior includes features...

Fashion |MARKETING

New Loro Piana and New Balance sneaker collab to cost 1,500 dollars

At first glance, the new collaboration between sneaker giant New Balance and Italian luxury house Loro Piana may not seem to be anything out of the ordinary. The 990 silhouette has been around since the 1980s, and version six was launched in 2022, having since been available in various iterations, including grey, a similar colour to this...

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Just Can't Do It: Nike's ongoing strategy struggles

Nike, the global sportswear behemoth, is grappling with the aftermath of a series of strategic decisions that have led to significant market value erosion. The company's recent financial results, which saw 25bn dollars wiped from its market capitalisation in a single day, underscore the gravity of its situation. In a detailed analysis on his...

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At Paris Fashion Week, sneaker brands hold court

Paris men’s fashion week, held on the eve of the Olympic Games, saw as many runway presentations as off-schedule sportswear activations and product launches. Rarely have fashion and sport intertwined so effortlessly (and commercially) as now. Sneakers were a big deal on the runway, as much as they were off court. Here are some of the highlights:...

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Retail inspiration: The latest store concepts from around the world

Retailers around the world are striving to improve the shopping experience. While one shop may pamper customers in-store with elements such as a lounge area, another could be looking to empower customers by promoting a 'do-it-yourself' motto through technology. Several retailers, such as London-based multi-brand LN-CC, are fighting their way out...

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Crocs tops the charts as the world's most popular fashion brand

The primary objective of any fashion or beauty brand is to make an emotional connection to motivate consumers to make a purchase - whether they are selling the latest anti-aging serum or a simple pair of socks. Brands who have successfully developed a solid branding strategy are more likely to establish a solid foundation for growth, and have a...

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New Balance is growing in 2023, sees room for 90 new stores worldwide

New Balance has grown its sales by double digits in the year 2023. Europe played the leading role over the period, Joe Preston, chairman and chief executive officer of New Balance, told Bloomberg in a report. He also stated that he sees room for the opening of some 90 new stores in the coming year. New Balance's sales amounted to around 6.5...