


Trendspotting: February 2017
The Fall ’17 preview: leading silhouettes, materials and colors.

Color Story
Designers go deep on indigo for fall, a lush and versatile hue that pairs well with anything—just like a good pair of blue jeans.

The Dawn of a New Retail Age
Much continues to be written about the demise of brick-and-mortar retailing, department stores in particular. If you took many of the headlines at face value,

Returning Champion
Marking his first year back, Clarks Americas President Gary Champion reports on righting the ship and steaming toward bigger and better results.

Local Heroes
For six decades, Towson Bootery has focused on expert service, fit and family.

Stepping In It
A recent spate of social media–driven fallout has forced a handful of brands to atone for missteps—even if they deny the accusations or affiliations.