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Steven Madden's Dolce Vita Builds Momentum Across Sales Channels
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Key Takeaways
Dolce Vita's strong Q2 performance led Steven Madden to raise its 2026 growth outlook to high single digits.
Footwear demand and handbag momentum supported Dolce Vita's growth across wholesale and DTC channels.
SHOO raised its 2026 revenue growth outlook to 11-13%, backed by broader portfolio strength.
Dolce Vita is building momentum within Steven Madden, Ltd.’s (SHOO - Free Report) portfolio as a compelling footwear lineup drives growth across wholesale and direct-to-consumer ("DTC") channels. The brand’s strength in jellies, ballet flats, Mary Janes, mid-heel dress shoes and thongs reflects its ability to tap into consumer preferences. Growing handbag demand and international progress provide additional avenues for expansion beyond its core footwear business.
This performance encouraged management to raise Dolce Vita’s 2026 revenue growth outlook to high single digits to low double digits. The upgrade followed a strong second quarter and signals greater confidence in the brand’s prospects. Growth across wholesale and DTC channels also suggests broad-based demand, giving Dolce Vita multiple routes to reach shoppers.
Beyond the footwear assortment, Dolce Vita continues to gain traction in handbags while expanding its presence in Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom. These initiatives could expand its addressable market and create more opportunities to engage customers across categories. Sustaining that momentum would help establish a stronger foundation for growth while reducing reliance on any single product trend.
The brand’s progress complements stronger results at Steven Madden. Second-quarter revenues increased 19.1% year over year to $665.9 million or 11.2% excluding Kurt Geiger. Companywide wholesale revenues rose 13%, while DTC sales climbed 30.6%. Excluding Kurt Geiger, these channels grew 11.5% and 11.1%, respectively, highlighting underlying sales momentum across the broader portfolio alongside the acquisition’s contribution.
Following the second quarter, Steven Madden lifted its 2026 revenue growth guidance to 11-13% from 10-12%. Dolce Vita’s stronger outlook fits within that improving portfolio picture. Sustaining footwear demand while developing handbags and international markets could increase its contribution over time. Together, these growth drivers position Dolce Vita to become a more meaningful contributor to Steven Madden’s long-term revenue growth.
SHOO’s Price Performance, Valuation & Estimates
Shares of Steven Madden have risen 37.1% over the past year against the industry’s 41.8% decline.
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From a valuation standpoint, Steven Madden is trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings ratio of 17.23, below the industry average of 19.32. It has a Value Score of A.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Steven Madden’s 2026 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 26.5%, whereas the same for 2027 indicates an uptick of 25%. Estimates for 2026 and 2027 have been revised upward by a penny each over the past 60 days.
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SHOO’s Zacks Rank & Other Key Picks
Steven Madden currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
Genesco Inc. (GCO - Free Report) is a Nashville-based specialty retailer and branded company. It sells footwear and accessories through retail stores. The company sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Genesco’s current fiscal-year earnings indicates 62.1% growth from the year-ago actual. GCO delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 11.2%.
Designer Brands Inc. (DBI - Free Report) designs, produces and retails footwear and accessories. It offers shoes, boots, sandals, sneakers, socks, handbags and accessories. It currently carries a Zacks Rank #2.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Designer Brands’ current fiscal-year earnings and sales suggests growth of 225% and 0.6%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals. DBI delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 108.1%.
Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN - Free Report) is a lifestyle products and services company that sells fashion apparel, accessories, footwear, home goods and related offerings through a portfolio of global consumer brands. The company also holds a Zacks Rank of 2 at present.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Urban Outfitters’ current fiscal-year earnings and sales implies growth of 14% and 9.5%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals. URBN delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 9.7%.
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Steven Madden's Dolce Vita Builds Momentum Across Sales Channels
Key Takeaways
Dolce Vita is building momentum within Steven Madden, Ltd.’s (SHOO - Free Report) portfolio as a compelling footwear lineup drives growth across wholesale and direct-to-consumer ("DTC") channels. The brand’s strength in jellies, ballet flats, Mary Janes, mid-heel dress shoes and thongs reflects its ability to tap into consumer preferences. Growing handbag demand and international progress provide additional avenues for expansion beyond its core footwear business.
This performance encouraged management to raise Dolce Vita’s 2026 revenue growth outlook to high single digits to low double digits. The upgrade followed a strong second quarter and signals greater confidence in the brand’s prospects. Growth across wholesale and DTC channels also suggests broad-based demand, giving Dolce Vita multiple routes to reach shoppers.
Beyond the footwear assortment, Dolce Vita continues to gain traction in handbags while expanding its presence in Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom. These initiatives could expand its addressable market and create more opportunities to engage customers across categories. Sustaining that momentum would help establish a stronger foundation for growth while reducing reliance on any single product trend.
The brand’s progress complements stronger results at Steven Madden. Second-quarter revenues increased 19.1% year over year to $665.9 million or 11.2% excluding Kurt Geiger. Companywide wholesale revenues rose 13%, while DTC sales climbed 30.6%. Excluding Kurt Geiger, these channels grew 11.5% and 11.1%, respectively, highlighting underlying sales momentum across the broader portfolio alongside the acquisition’s contribution.
Following the second quarter, Steven Madden lifted its 2026 revenue growth guidance to 11-13% from 10-12%. Dolce Vita’s stronger outlook fits within that improving portfolio picture. Sustaining footwear demand while developing handbags and international markets could increase its contribution over time. Together, these growth drivers position Dolce Vita to become a more meaningful contributor to Steven Madden’s long-term revenue growth.
SHOO’s Price Performance, Valuation & Estimates
Shares of Steven Madden have risen 37.1% over the past year against the industry’s 41.8% decline.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
From a valuation standpoint, Steven Madden is trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings ratio of 17.23, below the industry average of 19.32. It has a Value Score of A.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Steven Madden’s 2026 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 26.5%, whereas the same for 2027 indicates an uptick of 25%. Estimates for 2026 and 2027 have been revised upward by a penny each over the past 60 days.
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SHOO’s Zacks Rank & Other Key Picks
Steven Madden currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
Genesco Inc. (GCO - Free Report) is a Nashville-based specialty retailer and branded company. It sells footwear and accessories through retail stores. The company sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Genesco’s current fiscal-year earnings indicates 62.1% growth from the year-ago actual. GCO delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 11.2%.
Designer Brands Inc. (DBI - Free Report) designs, produces and retails footwear and accessories. It offers shoes, boots, sandals, sneakers, socks, handbags and accessories. It currently carries a Zacks Rank #2.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Designer Brands’ current fiscal-year earnings and sales suggests growth of 225% and 0.6%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals. DBI delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 108.1%.
Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN - Free Report) is a lifestyle products and services company that sells fashion apparel, accessories, footwear, home goods and related offerings through a portfolio of global consumer brands. The company also holds a Zacks Rank of 2 at present.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Urban Outfitters’ current fiscal-year earnings and sales implies growth of 14% and 9.5%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals. URBN delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 9.7%.