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Nikara Johns

New York

Senior Editor at Footwear News

Fashion and Entertainment Writer • Senior Editor @FootwearNews • Formerly @variety • Opinions are my own • Reach me at [email protected]

Articles

  • 1 week ago | footwearnews.com | Stephen Garner |Nikara Johns

    Despite a rainy night in New York last night, stars from Hollywood, music, fashion and beyond were out in full force at the 2025 Met Gala on Monday. Indeed, the rain didn’t stop attendees from donning their best interpretation of this year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” especially when it came to their shoes. From historical takes on classic menswear-inspired brogue dress shoes to inventive heels, the shoes stole the show on the red carpet.

  • 1 week ago | yahoo.com | Stephen Garner |Nikara Johns

    Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysDespite a rainy night in New York last night, stars from Hollywood, music, fashion and beyond were out in full force at the 2025 Met Gala on Monday.

  • 2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Nikara Johns

    Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysKaty Perry is one of the Met Gala’s most-notable fixtures. Having attended nine times since 2009, the singer has never shied away from pushing the fashion envelope. And while footwear often remains hidden for most celebrities walking the red carpet, Perry puts her shoes on display.

  • 2 weeks ago | footwearnews.com | Nikara Johns

    The LIM Fashion Education Foundation honored Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group, and Sam Edelman with the Fashion Forward Award on Tuesday night in New York. The LIM Fashion Education Foundation (LIM FEF) honored two fashion industry leaders — Amanda Smith, chief executive officer of Fairchild Media Group (FMG), and Sam Edelman, founder and creative director of his namesake brand — on Tuesday night in New York.

  • 2 weeks ago | sg.style.yahoo.com | Nikara Johns

    Nikara Johns30 April 2025 at 12:42 pm·2-min readThe LIM Fashion Education Foundation (LIM FEF) honored two fashion industry leaders — Amanda Smith, chief executive officer of Fairchild Media Group (FMG), and Sam Edelman, founder and creative director of his namesake brand — on Tuesday night in New York. Both received LIM FEF Fashion Forward awards for their contribution to the academic and professional development of LIM college students.

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Nikara Johns
Nikara Johns @NikaraJohns
7 Sep 23

RT @FootwearNews: “We had to extend the line to kids so the whole family can be a part of this,” @rihanna told FN, in one of her first in…

Nikara Johns
Nikara Johns @NikaraJohns
7 Sep 23

Read my latest on Rihanna’s return to Puma!

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.@rihanna is back at the center of the sneaker world. The superstar, who covers FN’s September issue is ready to make big return to @Puma. After striking gold once with the Creeper, the pair is looking to do it again, this time with a fresh take on the classic Puma Avanti. FN got https://t.co/b8Ugprrzpl

Nikara Johns
Nikara Johns @NikaraJohns
1 Sep 22

RT @FootwearNews: shoes