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Celine Dion Stays Casual in White Sneakers and Dior Ahead of Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony Performance
Serena Williams Wore Celeb-Obsessed Pointy Pumps To the 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony Celine Dion is continuing her journey in Paris. The iconic Canadian singer fittingly wore a French brand the day before her stunning performance at the end of the 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony, wearing a Dior set with white sneakers on July 25. Although it was speculated Dion would perform at the Olympics, her performance of the famous French song “L’hymne à l’amour” beneath the Eiffel Tower still surprised and moved audiences in Paris and around the world. This marks her first performance since revealing her diagnosis with the neurological disorder...
Puma Merges the Worlds of Soccer and Basketball at NYC Block Party to Reveal Manchester City’s Third Kit
Skechers Says Push Into Performance Athletic Will Convert More Consumers Few things are better in the summer than a New York City block party. On Thursday, Puma and Manchester City — as part of the soccer team’s pre-season tour of the United States — took over 49th Street and Fifth Avenue on Thursday, the home of the brand’s flagship store. The event was created as a celebration for the launch of Manchester City’s new Third kit for the 2024-25 season. The event — which took place on a custom-built basketball court — was a collaboration between Puma Football, Manchester City and Puma Hoops, marrying the worlds...
Serena Williams Wore Celeb-Obsessed Pointy Pumps To the 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony
The 16 Best Cowboy Boots for Women to Add Some Western Flair to Stylish Outfits Serena Williams stepped out in pointed-toe pumps as she attended the 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony in Paris, France on Friday. The Olympian walked the red carpet wearing a red fitted midi dress that featured a square neckline and sheer sleeves. She accessorized with a red patent leather handbag and silver jewelry including a tennis bracelet. Williams completed the look with a pair of camel pumps. The leather set featured a sleek silhouette that slimmed into a pointed toe. The back of the heels were hidden from view but...
How Miu Miu Loafers Elevated Nina Dobrev’s Outfit At the Olympics Opening Ceremony 2024
The 16 Best Cowboy Boots for Women to Add Some Western Flair to Stylish Outfits Nina Dobrev attended the 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony in Paris, France on Friday, wearing Miu Miu loafers. Alongside her boyfriend and olympian Shaun White, the actress walked the red carpet at the Seine, where Paris is creating history by having the ceremony outside of a stadium. The 10,500 athletes will cross through the center of Paris as this year’s Games are commemorated with special performances and displays. Tennis player Coco Gauff and basketball player LeBron James will act as Team USA’s flagbearers as they lead Team USA...
Stars Gather for 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony: See the Shoes On the Red Carpet
The 16 Best Cowboy Boots for Women to Add Some Western Flair to Stylish Outfits The long-awaited 2024 Paris Olympics kicked off on July 26 with a spectacular opening ceremony including musical performances, dancing, fashion, and, of course, boats parading around the Seine representing countries from all around the world. Before the elaborate event commenced, a wide range of stars posed on the red carpet in front of the iconic Eiffel Tower, showing off their best apparel and footwear. Stream the Olympics on Peacock See some of the exciting red carpet shoes below, from Ariana Grande to Anna Wintour. Drawing parallels with her “Wicked”...
Hoka Focuses on Wholesale Expansion as Key Retailers Like Dick’s Sporting Goods and JD Sports Add Inventory
Deckers Continues to Ride High With Help From Hoka and Ugg in Q1, Finds New Home For Sanuk As Hoka continues its winning streak in the first quarter of fiscal 2025, Deckers Brands executives are laser focused on building its wholesale business. On the company’s first quarter earnings call on Thursday, Deckers Brands’ incoming president and chief executive officer Stefano Caroti dubbed fiscal 2025 “a year of wholesale growth” for Hoka, adding that the star running brand is seeing an expansion of both shelf space and new doors within the segment this year. Caroti also noted on Thursday that some of the retailers...
Kelly Clarkson Gets Whimsical in Metallic Pumps and Shimmery Minidress at Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony
The 16 Best Cowboy Boots for Women to Add Some Western Flair to Stylish Outfits Kelly Clarkson got whimsical in a pair of pointed pumps at the 2024 Olympic Games Ceremony in Paris, France. In recent months, Clarkson has been seen incorporating elevated models like pumps and platform shoes into her wardrobe, most notably for her daytime television series “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” Often styled by Micaela Erlanger, Clarkson counts Aquazzura, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Marion Parke and more as some of her favorite designers. In regards to her style, Erlanger told Footwear News that Clarkson is “practical” when it comes to her...
Chrissy Teigen Goes Glam in Pumps Alongside John Legend and Kids at Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony
Kevin Hart Sports Power Suit and Sneakers Combo on 'Good Morning America' Promotional Appearance for 'Fight Night' Chrissy Teigen slipped into a pair of strappy sandals to attend opening day of the 2024 Olympics in Paris alongside her husband John, and their two children Miles and Luna. Appearing in front of the Eiffel Tower, Teigen sported an open-toe silhouette with a gold tan strap criss-crossing across the upper-toe box. A separate set of back straps were also present on the model, criss-crossing around the ankle region. While the rest of her shoes couldn’t be seen completely, it’s likely the sandals were completed...
Ariana Grande Pops in Pink Thom Browne Gown and Brogue-Style Heels at Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony
Snoop Dogg Used Skechers to Elevate His Outfit Paris Olympics 2024 Torch Relay Look Ariana Grande was “Defying Gravity” on the red carpet for the Opening Ceremony at the Paris Olympics on July 26, wearing pink and white brogue-style stilettos with a blush-colored gown from Thom Browne. Channeling her inner Glinda, the “good witch” she plays in the upcoming “Wicked” film, Grande wore a high-neck pink dress with a fitted top and flaring structured skirt; the gown was adorned with a bow at the waist. With a timeless sensibility reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn or Grace Kelly, the “Eternal Sunshine” singer wore white...
Lindsey Vonn Takes Center Stage in Pumps at the 2024 Olympics
Model Laetitia Casta Makes an Appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games in White Trainers Alongside Pharrell Williams Lindsey Vonn championed an elegant sporty look in pumps at the first official day of the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Pumps of all kind have been a regarded choice amongst celebrities and influencers over the past year due to their ability to enhance an outfit in a subtle manner, with the pointed design of many of these shoes serving as an appropriate contrast to catching your attention. While the style has experienced some updates over the decades, sheer pointed-toe pumps are known as a...
Snoop Dogg Used Skechers to Elevate His Outfit Paris Olympics 2024 Torch Relay Look
Model Laetitia Casta Makes an Appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games in White Trainers Alongside Pharrell Williams Snoop Dogg was spotted at the 2024 Olympics Torch Relay in Paris, France on Friday, wearing a pair of Gold Skechers.The rapper will be acting as an official NBC correspondent of The Games this year, which will run from July 26 to August 11. The “Gin and Juice” rapper carried the Olympic torch through the Saint-Denis suburb of Paris. Before each Olympic Games, it is tradition to light the torch at the ruins of old Olympia in Greece and travel to the host country...
Model Laetitia Casta Makes an Appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games in White Trainers Alongside Pharrell Williams
Pharrell Participates in Paris Olympics 2024 Torch Relay in Colorful Adidas Sneakers, His Second Pair Worn This Week French model and actress Laetitia Casta showcased a sporty-chic look alongside Pharrell Williams at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games Torch Relay in a pair of trainers that were likely from Louis Vuitton ahead of the opening day ceremony. Casta, who has been a popular model since beginning her career at age fifteen, working with the likes of Guess, Victoria’s Secret and more, opted for an all-white ensemble that included a long sleeve t-shirt and matching white joggers. Based on similar Louis Vuitton trainer models,...
Pharrell Participates in Paris Olympics 2024 Torch Relay in Colorful Adidas Sneakers, His Second Pair Worn This Week
NYC Fashion Label Advisry Launches First Sneaker Pharrell was prepared to fulfill his duty as torchbearer in the Olympic torch relay on July 26, preceding the Opening Ceremony which will commence the 2024 Paris Olympics. For the special occasion, the Louis Vuitton men’s creative director paired the official torch relay uniform with a new pair of Adizero sneakers from Adidas, debuting the shoe as part of his ongoing relationship with the brand. Pharrell was in attendance for the relay held at Saint-Denis Cathedral Basilica, located outside Paris. Alongside French actress Laetitia Casta, the musician and fashion designer grasped the futuristic-looking torch before...
Jennifer Garner Wore Strappy Sandals — Here’s Why Every Celebrity Is Obsessed with This Style
Ronnie Fieg Reveals a Pack of Kith x Asics Sneakers Inspired by Marvel Supervillains Jennifer Garner was seen at Comic-Con in San Diego, Calif. on Thursday night to promote her latest role in “Deadpool & Wolverine”. After 20 years since first playing the role of Elektra in “Daredevil” with ex-husband Ben Affleck, Garner has reprised her role in the new sequel. The movie is set to have a star-studded lineup of cameos with Garner being one of them. Other stars from the movie were in attendance including Channing Tatum, Chris Evans and Hugh Jackman, who plays one of the leads in the...
NYC Fashion Label Advisry Launches First Sneaker
Gola and Anthropologie Have Teamed Up for a Bohemian-Themed Sporty Collection New York City-based fashion label Advisry is releasing its first-ever sneaker. According to the 10-year-old brand, it will release the new Vector sneaker exclusively on GOAT.com on Friday. The slip-on silhouette pairs a mixed-material upper with an exaggerated sole and will come in three colorways – black, silver and “Hypnotiq” blue. It retails for $268. In an exclusive interview with FN, Advisry designer Keith Herron said that the newest addition to his collection reflects his unique design philosophy while also remaining versatile. “I set out to design a sneaker that could work...
Skechers Says Push Into Performance Athletic Will Convert More Consumers
Deckers Continues to Ride High With Help From Hoka and Ugg in Q1, Finds New Home For Sanuk Skechers might be best known for its comfort footwear, but the brand says it is leaning into performance athletic silhouettes to win over more consumers. The Manhattan Beach, Calif.-based footwear company on Thursday said it is in the early stages of leaning into more robust performance offerings in basketball and soccer that are expected to boost customer acquisition. “We’re still looking forward to achieving significantly higher acquisition as we get into more performance athletics, but we’re at the very beginning of that,” Skechers chief operating...
Emma Corrin Elevates Black Hodakova Minidress With Edgy Pumps at San Diego Comic Con
Gola and Anthropologie Have Teamed Up for a Bohemian-Themed Sporty Collection Emma Corrin attended the Ultimate “Deadpool & Wolverine” Celebration of Life event at San Diego Comic Con on Thursday night wearing a sleek shoulder less minidress from Hodakova with sheer tights, showcasing her fashionable nature. Accompanying her outfit of choice for the evening was a pair of a unique pair of pointed pumps emphasized by a large chunky buckle strap in the mid-foot. Aside from its distinctive appearance, the pumps were crafted with leather, which added to the gothic appeal of the design, and enhanced by a triangular design in the...
Tyla Performs at Louis Vuitton’s Prelude to the Olympics Party In Dramatic Lace-Up Over-the-Knee Boots
See the Striking Shoes Stars Wore to the Prelude to the Olympics Party at Fondation Louis Vuitton: Tyla, Serena Williams, Queen Latifah and More Tyla surprised guests at the star-studded Prelude to the Olympics party in Paris, taking the stage at Fondation Louis Vuitton to perform “Thata Ahh” and her Grammy-winning hit “Water.” While earlier in the day she was wearing a velvet set with cap-toe pumps, she switched into an athletic-inspired outfit with dramatic over-the-knee boots to perform on July 25. The South African singer wore a black, green and yellow leather shirt dress with a geometric pattern closely resembling radiation...
Axel Arigato Opens Second London Store to Mark 10th Anniversary
JD Sports Completes Acquisition of Hibbett as It Continues to Build Growing US Portfolio As it continues to celebrate its 10th anniversary, Swedish brand Axel Arigato is expanding its London presence with a second store opening in Covent Garden. The new store, located at 21-23 Earlham Street, follows the brand’s retail strategy for gallery-like spaces designed by Swedish design studio Halleroed. Marbles and steel are incorporated throughout the space, as well as an inbuilt sound system. The new Axel Arigato store will stock the brand’s ready-to-wear and extensive sneaker offering. Birkenstock Debuts First Paris Store to Kick Off European Expansion “London has been a spiritual...
EXCLUSIVE: Lamo Rebrands as Mykos, a Year-Round Comfort Shoe Brand
EXCLUSIVE: The Running Event Is Expanding Switchback, Will Host First Standalone Event in Nashville in June 2025 Lamo is getting a new look — and name. The almost 30-year-old authentic sheepskin footwear brand is refreshing its identity and repositioning itself as a year-round comfort brand. Lamo, known for its sheepskin footwear products, will now be known as Mykos, a seasonless brand that offers sandals, boots, slippers, moccasins and sneakers for consumers with an active lifestyle. “We didn’t want to be pigeonholed as a cold weather brand,” said Edna De Pamphilis, marketing director at Mykos, adding that the brand had also received mixed reviews...
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