More eventful news in fashion collaboration! New York-based Brand Matter announced on Wednesday it has entered into a licensing agreement with Anthony L&S LLC for men’s and women’s footwear under its Caribbean Joe brand. The license will also include footwear for Brand Matter’s Jamaica Bay, Havana Jack’s Café and the CJ Breeze brands. Read the full article here!

One of Macy’s own to be with a charity this year! Two Ten Footwear Foundation said Tuesday that Tim Adams, the chief private brand officer of Macy’s Inc., will chair this year’s annual dinner. The event, which celebrates the 70th anniversary of the organization, is set for Dec. 2 at the Marriot Marquis Times Square. Read more here!

Now this is one that makes me just want to stand up and clap! Orange County-based ZIPZ Shoes will donate 18,000 pairs of their state-of-the-art, interchangeable shoes valued at $300,000 through the nonprofit organization Soles4Souls this week. To read more into this article, click here!

More excitement in Las Vegas! Forever 21 Inc. is set to open its largest and first ever XXI Forever by Forever 21 store at Meadows Mall Saturday. The 16,957-square-foot boutique incorporates Forever 21 apparel and accessories, Twelve by Twelve couture line and Heritage 1981, a lifestyle brand for men and women. There will be a DJ in-store from 3-5 p.m. Giveaways include free T-shirts and gift cards to the first 200 customers in line and bounce-back coupons. General Growth Properties, owner of Meadows Mall, will provide all guests the opportunity to enter to win a $500 Las Vegas Gift Card. Check out the article here!

Oh, this is a cool one! Renowned for their extensive range of lifestyle shoes at true value prices, Skechers have launched a new range of fitness footwear, championed by Shape Ups trainers -a unique new shoe which is designed to optimise exercise by simulating the effects of barefoot walking. Check out the complete article here!