Italian classic and casual footwear and apparel company Geox S.p.A. has posted its financial results for the first half ended June 30.

Footwear sales accounted for 95% of the company’s consolidated sales, totalling € 290.3 million, an increase of 31% compared with the first half 2005. Apparel sales accounted for 4%, increasing by 51% to €11.9 million.

41% of the company’s footwear was sold in Italy , compared with 49% in the prior year period, representing a value of €118.4 million. International markets generated sales of €171.9 million, up 53%.

Net income was €47.4 million in the first half, up 8% compared with €43.8 million in the 2005 period.