Footwear

Here is a forecast from Beth Goldstein, executive director, industry analyst, fashion accessories, footwear, NPD Group, on what the year will bring.

Under Armour has named a chief people and culture officer.

Gymboree Group has begun winding down operations for the majority of its store portfolio.

New York City’s first outlet center may have just received a big city traffic boost.

The specialty fashion retailer owned by Von Maur Department Store is ramping up store expansion.

PGA Tour Superstore is ensuring it can properly stock stores and its e-commerce site as it prepares for expansion.

Payless Shoe Source may put itself on the selling block.

Gymboree Corp. is reportedly very close to its second Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in less than two years.

The year 2019 is likely to another volatile year in fashion retail as trends evolve to reflect changing consumer tastes and behavior,

Retail defaults are expected to pick up in 2019.