Trend Reports

Color, material, silhouette, and seasonal trend analysis powered by real retail data and decades of footwear expertise.

silhouette Feb 16, 2026 · 5 min read

Ballet Flats Without the Markup: Skip the $1K Luxury Pairs

The balletcore trend shows no signs of slowing, but that doesn't mean you need to pay Miu Miu prices. Here's where smart shoppers are finding the look for less.

$98 vs $950 Everlane vs Miu Miu price gap

silhouette Feb 16, 2026 · 4 min read

Skip the Gucci: A Shoemaker's Guide to the Ruched Loafer Trend

Why industry insiders say Saint Laurent and ALOHAS deliver better value than $1,000 Italian heritage loafers.

$225 vs $1,000 ALOHAS vs Gucci price gap

silhouette Feb 16, 2026 · 4 min read

The Oxford Resurgence in Corporate America

Men's dress shoes are experiencing double-digit growth as return-to-office mandates reset workplace footwear standards and brown leather outpaces sneakers.

Double-digit unit growth Men's dress shoe sales since 2019

silhouette Feb 16, 2026 · 4 min read

Western Boots Done Right: The Subtle Cowboy Rules Fall 2026

The western boot trend has evolved beyond Nashville costume territory. Here's what separates investment-worthy styles from festival season mistakes.

$1,350–$1,680 Investment tier western boots (Khaite)

material Feb 16, 2026 · 5 min read

The $305 Question: Is Nike's Alphafly 3 Proof They Can Still Innovate?

Nike's stock lost $184B as critics called them innovation-dead. But the Alphafly 3 tells a different story. Does the swoosh still have it?

-$184B Nike market cap loss since 2021 peak

consumer Feb 16, 2026 · 6 min read

A Podiatrist's Viral Shoe Rankings for Plantar Fasciitis—And Why They Matter

With 15 million views, one podiatrist's shoe ratings are shaping purchase decisions. We analyze his rankings against market trends.

1 in 10 Adults affected by plantar fasciitis

silhouette Feb 10, 2026 · 2 min read

Spring 2026 Sandal Silhouette Forecast: Slides Lead, Platforms Fade

Sell-through data points to continued slide dominance in women's sandals for Spring 2026, while chunky platforms lose momentum.

62% Slide share of open sandal units

silhouette Feb 6, 2026 · 3 min read

The Data Behind the Flip-Flop Comeback

Once dismissed as gas station footwear, elevated flip-flops are the fastest-growing sandal segment in DTC. The numbers tell a surprising story.

$38 Avg. Price (Up from $12)

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