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Puma Renews Deal With Usain Bolt

Deal Runs Through 2013

HERZOGENAURACH, GERMANY–Jamaican world record holder and Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt announced today he has renewed his contract with global sportlifestyle brand and long-term sponsor Puma until the end of 2013. While the specific terms of the contract are undisclosed, the figure is ...More

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Consumer Reports Chooses Asics

The Gel-Tech Walker Neo Is Rated Excellent in Fit

YONKERS, N.Y.-- Of 25 models of walking shoes tested by Consumer Reports, the $100 Asics Gel-Tech Walker Neo tops the rankings for both men's and women's shoes in the September issue.

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The Finish Line Appoints New Exec Line-Up

Sato Will Apply Skills to E-Commerce

INDIANAPOLIS-- The Finish Line, Inc. today announced that Samuel M. Sato has been appointed president, chief merchandising officer. The company also named Steven Schreibman vice president, chief marketing officer.

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Van Spijker Shines At The WSA Show

Family Owned Business Goes Worldwide

A 92-year-old family-owned bootmaking business based in Scappoose, Ore., is going worldwide. Van Spijker [pronounced \’van ‘spī-ker\] boots, a luxury collection of handmade footwear, is making its WSA Show debut this week.
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WSA Makes Gift To Two Ten Foundation

Show Contributes Nearly $70,000

LAS VEGAS -- The WSA Show presented a check for $69,502 to the Two Ten Footwear Foundation at WSA's Opening Night After-Party in Las Vegas on Monday, August 9th.

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Color Springs Forward For 2011

Pantone reveals which hues will be in demand next year

Buyers ready to hit the ground shopping for next year’s hot trends will likely be wondering which colors will be important to their collections. According to Pantone Color Institute executive director Leatrice Eiseman, they should keep symmetry in mind when approaching their new hues. “The ...More

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All She’ll Want Next Summer

Your Customer Will Be Looking for These Hot Trends

With the buying window for spring/summer 2011 just around the corner, retailers are wondering what today’s more cautious consumer will be seeking. The good news? She’ll be demanding both updated traditional favorites as well as some fresh looks. “If she likes something, she hangs on ...More

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The Secret To Getting Customers Into Your Store

Don’t Underestimate the Power of Visual Merchandising

For retailers who’ve seen sales drop along with the economy, it’s time to get creative. “Right now, people do have to be more inventive,” says Sharon Leicham, author of Merchandising Your Way to Success and How to Sell to Women. “You have to look for ...More

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Kenneth Cole Reports Double Digit Revenue Growth

Consolidated Revenues Up 15 Percent

NEW YORK--Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc. has reported positive financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2010.

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DSW Releases 2010 2Q Results

Comparable Store Sales Increase by 12 Percent

COLUMBUS, Ohio--DSW Inc. has announced net sales for the second quarter ended July 31, 2010 increased 12.3 percent to $415.1 million compared with $369.5 million for the quarter ...More

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R.G. Barry Licenses Apparel, Sleepwear

Olivet International Will Launch Dearfoams Clothing 2011

PICKERINGTON, Ohio  – Accessory footwear marketer R.G. Barry Corporation has exclusively licensed its Dearfoams brands to Olivet International for sleepwear and apparel.

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R.G. Barry Announces Promotion, Hire

Coons, Yannucci Part of Brand Expansion Plans

PICKERINGTON, Ohio– R.G. Barry Corporation has named Nancy Coons president of its Dearfoams brand and Douglas J. Yannucci to the newly created post of VP of sales planning and category ...More

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Via Spiga Pairs With Kenneth Jay Lane

Limited Edition to Honor 25th Anniversary

ST. LOUIS—Via Spiga, a brand of Brown Shoe Company, Inc. (NYSE:BWS) is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a partnership with jewelry designer Kenneth Jay Lane to create a ...More

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Wolverine Announces Record Earnings

Company Reports Second Consecutive Quarter of Record Earnings

ROCKFORD, Mich.-- Wolverine World Wide (NYSE:WWW) has reported strong results for the second quarter ended June 19, 2010, including its second consecutive quarter of record earnings per share.

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Asics To Buy Haglofs

Purchase Reflects Shoe Brand's Focus on Growth

KOBE, Japan -- Asics has agreed to purchase the Swedish company Haglöfs for $133.42 million. The purchased company sells such outdoor products as apparel, backpacks, footwear and accessories.