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Brown Shoe Announces Quarterly Divident
Dividend Will Be 351st Consecutive Paid
ST. LOUIS--The board of directors of Brown Shoe Company, Inc. declared a quarterly dividend of $0.07 per share, payable October 1, 2010 to shareholders of record on September 17, 2010. This dividend
DC Sponsors First Street League Skateboarding Tour
Contest Series Starts in Phoenix
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. – DC is proud to announce its sponsorship of the first Street League Skateboarding tour, the 2010 DC Pro Tour Fueled by Monster Energy. The contest series kicks off in Phoenix,
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
Soles4Souls and ENK/WSA To Host Celebrity Appearance
Holly Madison Will Appear at The WSA Show
NASHVILLE/LAS VEGAS–Footwear charity Soles4Souls Inc. will host a celebrity autograph signing at their booth at The WSA Show on Monday, August 9th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Star of Holly’s
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. The Asics, which
Holly Madison To Appear At The WSA Show
The Star of Peepshow Supports Footwear Charity
LAS VEGAS—Holly Madison, the star of Peepshow at the Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino and formerly of the reality TV program "The Girls Next Door," will be visiting The WSA Show on Aug.
Custo Barcelona Takes Fashion Week
The Spanish Brand Has American Appeal
BERLIN—Now in its third year, Berlin Fashion Week launched with classic evening gowns with a nod to the 1920s by Guida Maria Kretschmer. But opening night undoubtedly belonged to the world of Calvin
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 limited edition couture
Flip-Flop Brand A Hit At Berlin Show
Most People Don't Realize The Word Is Trademarked
BERLIN—Although the frenetic energy of Bread & Butter's Barcelona days has vanished, it's still the most exciting event on the European streetwear calendar. Exhibitors such as Desigual,
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
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
Soles4Souls Delivers Ten Millionth Pair Of Shoes
Haitian Orphan Receives the NoteworthyPair
NASHVILLE, Tenn. and PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti—Soles4Souls Inc., the charity dedicated to providing free shoes to people in need, has announced that it has distributed its ten millionth pair
Wolverine Picks Five Functional Hikers
Comfort on the Trail Is Just A Turn of the Dial Away
Outdoor enthusiasts will have plenty to be excited about for fall, when retailers welcome a flurry of fun, fashionable and functional hiking boots from Wolverine. Here’s a look at fivestyles the
Famous Footwear Launches Mind Body Sole Tour
"The Biggest Loser" winner, Ali Vincent, heads the tour
ST. LOUIS— Famous Footwear (www.famousfootwear.com) has kicked off its Mind Body Sole Tour with Ali Vincent, first female winner of “The Biggest Loser,” and author of “Believe It.
El Naturalista Donates Shoes To Haiti
Green Brand Sends 3,500 Pairs
PAMPLONA, Spain—El Naturalista, the Spanish-based manufacturer of eco-friendly fashion footwear and accessories, has sent 3,500 pairs of shoes to Haiti through the company’s nonprofit arm,
Rock Star Donates Footwear Proceeds To Haiti
Green Day Bassist Contributes Macbeth Royalties
CARLSBAD, Calif.—Green Day Bassist Mike Dirnt has announced that he will donate the royalty proceeds of his Macbeth Footwear collaboration to Soles4Souls, the international shoe charity,
NSRA Names Tom Luck Retailer Of The Year
Ohio Store Owner Got Start at Age Five
The National Shoe Retailers Association named Tom Luck, owner of Lucky Shoes in Akron, Ohio, its 2010 Retailer of the Year. The company has 13 stores, including three Lucky Shoes, eight New Balance stores
Sperry Top-Sider Launches New Stores
Boat Shoe Brand Gives Retail A Nautical Twist
LEXINGTON, Mass.—Sperry Top-Sider has announced that it is launching new retail stores that will feature seasonal products for men, women and children in an authentic nautical shopping environment.
Donald Faison To Visit The WSA Show
TV Star Will Sign Autographs One Day Only
LAS VEGAS, Nev.—"Scrubs" star Donald Faison will be taking a step into the footwear industry on Tuesday by signing autographs at The WSA Show. The event will take place from 4 p.m. to 6
Soles4Souls Commits Shoes To Haiti
One Million Pairs to Reach Needy
NASHVILLE,TN —Soles4Souls has announced that it is increasing the number of shoes to be distributed to victims of the Haiti earthquake to one million pairs. Founder and CEO Wayne Elsey
Italian Designer Heads To The WSA Show
High Quality Comfort Line a Hit with D.C. Customers
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Kevin Powers, owner of D.C. fashion-forward boutique Carbon, has added another duty to his list. After finding that the Italian brand Gidigio was the solution to his wife's quest
Why Color Is The Catalyst
Pantone Explains Why You Need a Color Management Process Now
By Laurie Pressman, VP Fashion, Home and Interiors for Pantone and Leatrice Eiseman, Pantone Color Institute Executive Director There is no doubt that in today’s complex and challenging marketplace,
The Business Changes You Must Make Now
Current Retail Trends Demand Fast Action from Retailers
The recession has shaken many retailers, and, according to NPD Group chief analyst Marshal Cohen, it just might be the wake-up call many of them will need to survive when the economy rebounds. With consumers
The Must-Have Color Trends For Fall 2010
Everything Old Is New and Improved
Wondering which hues for shoes will be must-haves for consumers next fall? According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute and the head of the Eiseman Center for Color
Get Into Position
The Secret To Making Your Business Thrive
Many retailers are looking back at the past decade and crossing their fingers that the next one will be better. The good news? Mercedes Gonzalez of Global Purchasing Companies says that, though it’s
Genesco Warms Feet For The Holidays
Retailer Gives Back With Charitable Event
NASHVILLE, TENN—Park Avenue Elementary School was the place to be on Dec. 15 as more than 140 Genesco volunteers fitted more than 700 children with a new pair of shoes and a hat just in time for the cold
Hot Products for Summer 2010
Check Out The Trends She'll Be Seeking Next Year
Still wondering if you missed any must-haves for your spring/summer ’10 buy? Here are a few of the show-stopping women’s shoes buyers stores will be stocking when the weather warms up. Trend:
Keeping Money On Your Mind
The One Thing Your Store Must Have to Thrive
Cash registers may be ringing like it’s 2007 this holiday season, but footwear retailers shouldn’t let the joyous sound deceive them. “It’s a new retail reality out there,”
Holidays Are Looking Rosy For Ross
November Sales Show Increase for Retailer
The holiday outlook at Ross is shiny and bright. Ross Stores, Inc. reported a sales increase of 12 percent in the four weeks ended November 28, 2009, over the four weeks ended November 29, 2008. Same store
Market To Your Niche The Smart Way
Getting Your Message Out Doesn’t Require a Big Budget
It used to be that a retailer could simply throw open his doors, put up a sign and wait for the customers to stream in. But according to Rafael Mael, a marketing strategist at Brand Launcher, those days