With new licensing partnerships, the slipper staple hopes to become a comfort lifestyle brand.
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Month: August 2026
Pajar Canada to Handle U.S. Distribution of Melissa Footwear
With the acquisition of GGB USA, a brand best known for winter boots embraces a summer sandal icon.
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ASICS Debuts the GEL-KINETIC FR in a Duo of Two-Tone Colorways
Name: ASICS GEL-KINETIC FR “Cocoa Powder” & “Black”Colorway: Cocoa Powder/Champagne, Black/Pure SilverSKU: 1203B051-200, 1203B051-001MSRP: TBCRelease Date: August 21Where to Buy: ASICSASICS is debuting the GEL-KINETIC FR sneaker, a progressive new everyday model that draws heavily from the brand’s early-2000s running archive. Coming in two colorways – “Cocoa Powder/Champagne” and “Black/Pure Silver” – the silhouette features a feather-light construction that wraps closer to the foot, creating a streamlined, fluid profile. A reworked synthetic quarter panel gives the layered, technical upper a cleaner look.Underfoot, the shoe features an evolved cushioning system inspired by the GEL-KINETIC 2.0, incorporating Scutoid GEL technology with pods positioned directly beneath the heel for enhanced comfort. Additionally, a thicker sock-lining construction adds forefoot cushioning and contributes to a smoother transition through each step, perfectly balancing the shoe’s technical foundation with a softer, more considered feel.