China Shoe Production Costs Were Rising Even Before Trump’s Tariffs

Ten years ago, when Footwear News turned 70, the production shift away from China was underway. “China’s escalating commodity prices and wages, as well as environmental concerns and shipping headaches”…

Designer Brands CEO Is Reviewing Pricing, Sourcing as Tariffs Linger

DSW parent company Designer Brands Inc. is evolving its approach after missing revenue estimates in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. On the company’s earnings call on Tuesday, chief executive…

Sabrina Elba Champions Ethical Sourcing of Beauty Ingredients in Ghana

Sabrina Dhowre Elba, cofounder of S’Able Labs, traveled to West Africa to see the work that the humanitarian organization World Vision is doing in the Tamale region of Ghana. The country…