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Transforming pre-loved fabrics into tapestry art ♻️    Last week, employees from our NYC offices came together for a vibrant afternoon of tapestry making, led by our amazing partners at FABSCRAP.   Over the years, FABSCRAP has been a cornerstone of our sustainability initiatives. Together, we have diverted 10,691 pounds of fabric swatches and leftovers from landfills, showcasing the immense impact and importance of creative reuse. This event was another step forward in our mission to end commercial textile waste. All the fabric used in the workshop was pre-existing and collected by FABSCRAP, allowing us to extend their lifespan.  The workshop was also a testament to the power of collaboration and creativity. Participants worked in groups to select fabrics, design unique patterns, and weave together the colorful tapestries. These lively art pieces now hang in our office, brightening our communal space and serving as an inspiring reminder that pre-loved materials are merely resources waiting for a new purpose. Employees didn't just leave with new tapestry-making skills that can be used for at-home projects, they also carried with them a renewed sense of community and drive for sustainability.  Thank you to all the employees that attended!  #Upcycling #EndTextileWaste

  Celebrating Pride in Every Step At Steve Madden, we believe in celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment. Our recent Pride Mixer at our Dolce Vita office was a testament to this commitment and celebrated the work that happens all year long.    Hosted by our employee resource group, SM Pride, our “party with a purpose” was an opportunity to celebrate their leadership in advancing more inclusive sizes that ensure our fashion-forward styles are accessible to everyone.  DD Fuego emceed the evening where our community partners Callen-Lorde and The Trevor Project shared inspiring words and, Jamie CD and Ruby Fox rocked the house with amazing performances.     Callen-Lorde Community Health Center provides essential health care services to LGBTQ+ communities and we’re so happy that our latest work with them has been supporting their HOTT Community Pantry in their Chelsea facility.    The Trevor Project is dedicated to crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth. Thank you to all our employees and partners who made this event unforgettable. #prideineverystep #PrideMonth #Inclusion #Diversity #SteveMadden #CallenLorde #TrevorProject

Congratulations to Jared Knoy on being highlighted for our July SMPEOPLE Employee Spotlight!

🌞 Welcome Summer 2024 Interns! 🌞 It is with great excitement that we extend a heartfelt welcome to our talented summer interns, here at Steve Madden! We are thrilled to have them on board and look forward to an incredible summer filled with growth, learning, and collaboration. At Steve Madden, we believe that innovation and creativity are the driving forces behind our success. This summer, our interns will have the chance to work closely with industry professionals who are leaders in their respective fields. This will be an exceptional chance for these young individuals to refine skills, develop new ones, and gain a deeper understanding of the fashion industry. Again, welcome #SMINTERNS2024!!

At Steve Madden, we celebrate individuality and champion those who lead transformative efforts in their communities, including ours. Meet SM Pride, our dedicated Employee Resource Group focused on fostering equity at work. SM Pride has spearheaded key initiatives including extended sizing, gender-neutral bathrooms, preferred pronoun recognition, and bolstering our partnership with Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, a global leader in LGBTQ+ healthcare. PRIDE IN EVERY STEP Justin, Design Katie, Operations Barbara, ‪Production Jared, Design Vie, ‪Design Shauna, ‪Design Tim, Editor Ozzy, Design Becka, ‪Production https://lnkd.in/gfTezEXA

For the launch of our new perfume, Goldie, Steve spoke with the team at New York Magazine about his everyday favorites. From wired headphones and powdered coffee creamer, take a look inside his must-have shopping list.

We celebrated the final days of Earth Month by rolling up our sleeves for a community clean up event sponsored by our newest employee resource group, the Sustainability Resource Group. This dedicated team provides education on environmental advocacy within the fashion industry and empowers employees to get hands-on with Steve Madden's sustainability operations. It was wonderful to see so many of our team members come together to keep the community litter free! 

As part of our commitment to supporting local solutions in water-stressed communities, the Steve Madden Corporate Foundation is proud to support Water For Cambodia’s programs providing access to clean water and improved sanitation facilities. Key Achievements to Date: ·     Bio-Sand Filters: Out of the 200 bio-sand filters planned for delivery and installation, 70 have already been successfully placed and are in use. ·     Sanitation Facilities: Materials for latrines have been distributed to 40 out of the 60 targeted families, with 5 of these facilities now fully constructed and operational, enhancing the daily lives and health of the community members.   ·     Educational Infrastructure: The local school has seen significant improvements with the construction of new lavatory facilities and an incinerator, now in use, promoting better hygiene and environmental practices among students.   We extend our gratitude to Massimo and the entire team at Water for Cambodia for their unwavering dedication and hard work. Their expertise and commitment have been instrumental in the success of this project.

Reflecting on Black History Month at Steve Madden, we had a lot to honor and celebrate throughout the month of February.   We honored Black culture and community at company events and celebrated fashion’s future through our continued partnership with Howard University.   Some of the highlights included:   We invited 19 Howard University Students from our 2023 Fall Retail Boot Camp and Pop-up Shop Program to NYC for an immersive experience during market week. The students got in insider’s view the company, met with senior leaders and were part of a video/photo shoot to capture headshots and videos for their professional portfolios.   Our Employee Resource Group Black Sole sponsored our Wellness Wednesday initiative featuring a West African drumming class with our Queen’s neighbors, Wula Drum. Employees learned how to drum on specially crafted Djembes at our corporate office. The healthy snacks, drinks, and raffle kits were specially curated to feature various black owned brands, including: 100 Coconuts, Just Water, Koia, Pipcorn Heirloom Snacks , Partake Foods, UNiTE Food, A Dozen Cousins, Scotch Boyz, Ghetto Gastro, Capital City, Yolélé , POWERHANDZ Inc, Green Regimen, Hustle Clean, Urban Therapy LLC, Satya+Sage, Mielle, SHEA MOISTURE LABORATORY LTD, NiLu Lifestyle and Gifts, Golde, SUPLMNT, Naturade, Black Bold Coffee Roastery, Everyday People Coffee & Tea, Sol Cacao, and Mother Earth Juice.   We ended the month with a company mixer also sponsored by Black Sole ERG where hundreds of employees come together for music by DJ Stormin' Norman McHugh of Sundae Sermon, bites by Queens Bully and Lloyds Carrot Cake, and drinks by Joseph & team.   We had a such a great month and we always remember that Black History Month isn’t just one month, it’s a year-round vibe.

Wear kitten heels, rescue a kitten. We were so excited to partner with Animal Haven for this project. Animal Haven is a nonprofit animal rescue located in lower Manhattan and for over 50 years, they’ve worked to find homes for vulnerable cats and dogs. If you’re in NYC and interested in giving one of these furry friends a home, get more involved by volunteering or donating, Animal Haven is one of our top pick organizations. For more information: https://animalhaven.org/