Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. DJ Siddiqi is a reporter who covers the NFL, NBA, and pro wrestling. Jan 01, 2026, 08:00am EST Shoe designer Dan Gamache with ...

From the dawn of humankind, there has been a formula for making shoes. We cut pieces of leather or cloth, then sew them onto a sole. Today, everything from sneakers to stilettos are made this way.

Throughout the footwear design process, prototypes are a critical step in bringing shoes from concept to reality – but until now the step has been slow and costly. That’s where Mimaki comes in.

Shoemakers got a deep dive into the uses of artificial intelligence for footwear design on Monday, when Andy Polk, senior vice president at the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America, hosted ...

In conjunction with the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative, the Las Vegas Raiders partnered with Shoe Palace to provide a custom cleat designing experience for eight current players and their ...

The inside story behind behind the design process and the heartfelt meaning of the City Connect Nike Air Max 1 "Atlanta Braves" sneakers.