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TOP SELLERS

Boston Bustles Selling Ballets And Pumps

Leokadia Customers Look For Comfort and Class

  Located in a residential neighborhood within Boston’s South End, Leokadia is one of less than a dozen boutiques in the neighborhood and the only shoe store. Although the shop has only been open since April, it’s already earned the affection of ...More

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Selling A Lifestyle

Hip Tips On Establishing a Lifestyle Brand

“Lifestyle” seems to be the word on everyone’s lips, especially when it comes to the retail sector. More than ever, footwear brands want to make more than just shoes; they want to evolve into true lifestyle brands. According to Jasmine Takanikos, lifestyle “can range from ...More

SPRING/SUMMER

Marc Fisher, LifeStride Pop For Cork

The Natural Material Puts A Spring In Her Step

The same material that keeps her favorite bottle of wine fresh can now be her sexiest accessory. Cork is popping up on styles for spring ’09, from sandals and peep-toes to wedges and pumps. She’ll feel easy, breezy and beautiful in this natural material....More

SPRING/SUMMER

Spunk Rock Style

T.U.K., Not Rated Try Tattoo Prints, Retro Hardware

As the weather heats up, rock 'n' roll styles are hotter than ever with edgy embellishments ranging from zipper details, safety pins and tattoo-inspired prints. No matter what music she listens to, she'll feel the beat in these fun, feisty styles for spring ‘09.

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WSA SHOW PREVIEW

Fergie Launches Shoe Lines On A High Note

Dutchess Attends The WSA Show

Last week during The WSA Show in Las Vegas, Fergie stopped by the Brown Shoe Co. booth to present her new lines, Fergie and Fergalicious by Fergie. Retailers and media were treated to a runway show that boasted a plethora of ...More

SPRING/SUMMER

Bourne, Miss L Fire Are Tickled Pink

Shades of Rose Plant Roots on Shoes

Pink is popping up all over footwear for spring ’09. The shade runs the gamut from light to dark, pastel to fuchsia on a range of silhouettes including high-heeled sandals and wedges. No matter what the outfit, she’ll feel confident and feminine in these sultry but feminine styles....More

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Beyond Skin Designer Goes Above And Beyond

Natalie Dean Offers Sexy, Eco-Friendly Footwear

For Natalie Dean, designer of English luxury brand Beyond Skin, being green may not be easy, but it’s worth it. She sources eco-friendly fabrics, practices free trade and refuses to use any animal by-products; all while producing decidedly sexy shoes. ...More

INDUSTRY NEWS

Berlin Walks Tall With Fashion Week

Vivienne Westwood and Hugo Boss Stand Out

From the runway to the party scene, the third time around was a charm for Berlin Fashion Week. While the line-up was heavy on German designers such as Hugo Boss, Pure Berlin, and Karl Kuehne, Vivienne Westwood rounded out ...More

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CEO Of WSA Resigns

Farber will Consult for Several Months

ENCINO, Calif. (Aug. 21, 2008)—Skip Farber, CEO of WSA, has resigned from the company, citing previous health concerns.

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Shoe Carnival, Soles4Souls Pair Up

Retailer Collects Funds And Footwear

 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 18, 2008)—Shoe Carnival (SCVL) will partner with Soles4Souls early next month for a three-week fundraising and shoe trade-in event. From September ...More

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NexCen CEO Steps Down

Robert W. D’Loren Resigns From Top Post

NEW YORK (August 18, 2008)—Robert W. D’Loren has resigned as CEO and board of directors member at NexCen Brands, Inc. (NEXC). Current executive vice president, CFO and treasurer ...More

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D. Myers Taps Industry Veteran For New Position

Ronn Miller will Serve as Director of First Cost Division

BALTIMORE (August 15, 2008)—D. Myers & Sons Inc. has appointed retail veteran Ronn Miller as the director of the company’s new first cost division. Miller brings 40 years ...More

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Sprunk, Singer Step Up At Nike

Athletic Giant Adds Executive Muscle

BEAVERTON, Ore. (August 15, 2008)—Eric Sprunk, a 15-year employee of Nike, Inc. (NKE), has been promoted to vice president of product for the company. In this ...More

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Deckers Q2 A Mixed Bag

Ugg Sales Skyrocket, Teva Spells Trouble

GOLETA, Calif. (August 11, 2008)—Deckers Outdoor Corporation (DECK) released second quarter sales figures for fiscal 2008; though mainly positive, the company’s Teva brand suffered.

 

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Brown Shoe Signs Deal With Vera Wang

Footwear Company Will License Lavender Label Collection

NEW YORK (Aug. 5, 2008)—Brown Shoe Co. is pairing up with luxury designer Vera Wang. The footwear giant signed a 3-year licensing agreement to manufacture and distribute shoes ...More

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D. Myers Has Bonafide Style

Company Launches New Line at The WSA Show

Melissa Bona is more than a shoe designer; she’s also her own customer. So when D. Myers decided to reach out to the contemporary consumer with a new ...More

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Jimi Hendrix, Killick Datta Back In Action

Global Feet Picks Up Licenses


Since Global Feet Inc. was formed last year by the executive team of GBMI and Titan Global Holdings, Inc., the industry has been watching and waiting ...More