Don’t feel like reading the article? Watch this video: FUTURE73 | Timberland US Store While Merrell remains my go to boot company, Timberland could creep up into my must have for fashion in 2023. I could definitely resort to 90s Timbs in the summer aesthetics with the pending drops arriving this year as the company…
Source: Inclusion & Diversity On July 8th, I wrote a harsh report on Timberland’s lack of diversity and what I thought was a continuation of brands benefiting from the Black and Brown dollar, while failing to work with and hire BIPOC into their workplace. That post allowed for a door to be opened into the…
While analysts continue to speak of the demise of performance running and espouse that brands should move towards a more casual line of footwear, one of the most powerful groups in footwear and apparel has acquired a technical performance running company and added it to their portfolio. VF Corp owns Vans, North Face and Timberland…
Organized in 1899, VF Corporation is a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, with more than 30 brands, 64,000 associates and $12.4 billion in revenue. Source: VF Corporation (VFC) This is a stray from my normal analysis of sneaker companies and stocks. On this one I’m saying that you should take your…
Timberland… has been a disappointment for VFC since it was acquired in 2011. We believe that VFC should consider the sale of Timberland, though we know not who the buyer might be. Timberland’s 2010 revenue was $1.4B, and we estimate it’s FY24 revenue will be ~$1.6B. VFC bought Timberland for $2.3B. – Sam Poser, WTCO…
The AVE Skate shoe in Black/White is made with leather, suede, mesh textile, and synthetic uppers. No-sew construction creates durable uppers built to withstand the daily abuse of skateboarding. This combines with superior grip, built-in impact cushioning, uncompromising support and flex, and a locked-in fit that skaters demand. Source: Vans | AVE Black/White Skate Shoe…
Starting with the ‘Super Ape Star’ in 2003, for two decades, adidas and BAPE® have made their mark in culture with a series of instantly recognizable collaborations. Now, coinciding with the Japanese brand’s 30th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of their partnership, the Three Stripes and the iconic label have come together once again for a…
Jobs of Interest Now available (JOIN) is a joint program to educate sneaker culture, students and employees in the marketplace, of the vast opportunities with footwear and apparel brands beyond design. Those who love kicks see very limited opportunities in the industry. They think there are only resale hustles of flipping kicks and design of…
With the upcoming Black Footwear Forum, I decided to check in on Timberland a VF Corp company, to see if the brand had remained true to their Announcement to Improve Racial Equity within the company: https://www.vfc.com/news/press-release/1750/vf-corporation-announces-new-programs-and-actions-to What I found is one of the best stories of the year in the sneaker industry. The company has…
ABG has signed a long-term strategic partnership with SPARC Group to become the core licensee and operating partner for Reebok in the U.S. SPARC will also serve as the global hub for the newly created Reebok Design Group. Source: ABG Announces SPARC Will Take on Operations for Reebok in the US — ABG NEWSROOM Genesco,…
Download the Submission Brief: https://pensole.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/EDITED-PENSOLE-SUBMISSION-BRIEF.pdf VF CORPORATION’S TIMBERLAND®, VANS® AND THE NORTH FACE® BRANDS ANNOUNCE ‘DIVERCITY X DESIGN’ IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PENSOLE ACADEMY™ Year-long design and education apprenticeship program aims to cultivate and advance BIPOC talent within the footwear industry; Open enrollment begins March 9 DENVER, CO – March 9, 2021 – VF Corporation (NYSE:…
7-24-2020 Update: I decided to dig deeper into Timberland and discovered that the company has been doing a lot of work. My post below created a dialogue with the team at Timberland and I’ve adjusted my position on this matter. This is an instance of “Good Trouble” with the potential for a better story. Read…
I usually make TSR about a company that I just discovered like Bloom Foam. The goal of the series is to introduce people like me, who don’t often speak about sustainability or eco-friendly products to consider buying smarter and better products. This episode is about an established brand in VF Corp’s “The North Face”….
Shop at Vans.com for Shoes, Clothing & Accessories. Browse Men’s, Women’s, Kids & Infant Styles. Get Free Shipping & Free Returns 24/7! Source: Vans® | Official Site | Free Shipping & Returns When VF Corp acquired Vans the company was an afterthought. Since it’s acquisition however it has grown, “From just over $300 million in…
Source: UA Newsroom UA has consistently done a poor job of delivering Steph Curry’s signature footwear since the “dad” shoe debacle of the Curry 2.5 Low. Yesterday December 12th 2018 the company held an Investor’s Day. The event came one year after Nike’s transformative Investor’s Day which saw Nike stock prices rise to the highest…
It seems Under Armour ($UAA) in the last year has made it routine that right before a quarterly report they make an addition to the top tier of their company. Traditionally any shake up or addition is a move to inspire confidence in a brand. Adding a former executive of VF Corp and Aldo appears…
As December winds down expect to see an endless stream of data on Q4 2016. My analysis for Q4 will be based on the AHN Data and I will begin to gather that in the next week along with the Housakicks site and share my predictions on 2017 and where I see the major footwear…
PALMER TOWNSHIP — In spring 2020, Major League Baseball players will take the field wearing Under Armour uniforms, which will mark the first time in more than 15 years that every big-leaguer’s uniform won’t feature a VF Majestic logo. Source: Under Armour gets MLB pact; what’s it mean for Majestic? – The Morning Call Jon…
The 100% waterproof limited edition Chuck Taylor All Star II Thermo Boot is constructed with a warm, elastic inner bootie protected by a tinted rubber outer shell and 3M reflective materials for visibility. Source: Converse Chuck II Waterproof Thermo Boot This might be one of the most interesting rain boots I’ve seen. Instead of the large rubber ducky…
The change is effective Jan. 1. picture by Dhanraj Emanuel. Source: Parent Company of Vans, Timberland and The North Face Appoints New CEO I’m always interested in analyzing the information from Footwear News. The site aligns with my idea for becoming a more informed sneakerhead. A couple of days ago I made a point to discuss…
The new Fall/Holiday 2016 Converse Counter Climate Boots Collection will launch September 28 at Converse retail stores and Converse.com. Source: Nike News – Converse Debuts New Counter Climate Boots Collection While Converse hasn’t really signaled the end of a trend, the fact that you can buy winter ready Converse Chucks, is definitely a sign of…
Timberland stood out in their display of the Future 73 collaboration with artist Nina Chanel Abney. Their display, spotted In The Field at Timberland’s SoHo store, is the location they typically release collabs like this. For the Future 73 project, the heritage brand seeks to invigorate itself and reach new audiences by partnering with emerging…
