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Footwear News 07/27/2009

Footwear News 07/27/2009

Independents Battle Fast-Fashion Chains


H&M and Zara are winning over teens with their ever-changing mix and low prices.

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10 Questions for Mark McNairy

The American men's designer is juggling a handful of footwear projects.
— Jul 27, 2009

10 Questions for Ruthie Davis

The designer talks about her new collaboration and the decision to split her line.
— Jul 27, 2009

Barb's Wire: The Importance of Connecting

Keeping an open dialogue with customers is critical in today's trying times.
— Jul 27, 2009

Buyers Seek Spring Deals at Shows

Retailers made the rounds at a number of boutique trade shows in New York last week.
— Jul 27, 2009

Children's Buzz: Keen, Trimfoot Co. and Toms Shoes

Keen introduces its first open-toe kids' sandals, while Toms Shoes debuts youth sizes.
— Jul 27, 2009

Comfort Buzz: Hush Puppies, Timberland

Hush Puppies launches its Body Shoe line.
— Jul 27, 2009

Comfort Closet Case: Dr. Jessie Cheung

The cosmetic dermatologist seeks shoes that make her look and feel good.
— Jul 27, 2009

Comfort Fashion: Natural Selection

Woven styles blend easily with a nature-themed color palette.
— Jul 27, 2009

How to Network Online

Navigating one-on-one marketing in an increasingly social world takes commitment and finesse.
— Jul 27, 2009

Independents Battle Fast-Fashion Chains

H&M and Zara are winning over teens with their ever-changing mix and low prices.
— Jul 27, 2009

Job Market Forces Men to Dress Up

Dress shoe vendors are seeing an uptick in sales as men spruce up their wardrobes to gain an edge.
— Jul 27, 2009

Juniors Trend: Orange Aid

Shades of orange punch up sandals, heels and flats.
— Jul 27, 2009

Kenneth Cole Taps First Sourcing Exec

Peter Charles enters the newly created position of chief supply-chain officer.
— Jul 27, 2009

Letter From the Editor: Reality Show

Why we have to stop worrying about next season and start thinking about the next 10 years.
— Jul 27, 2009

Men's: A. Testoni, Magnanni, Car Shoe

A. Testoni is launching a package of dress basics, and Car Shoe is stepping into sneakers.
— Jul 27, 2009

Men's Trend: Crafts Men

Woven leathers add an artisan touch to styles from dress shoes to sandals.
— Jul 27, 2009

Nordstrom, JCPenney Make Big Moves in NY

Two value retailers are slated to bow in Manhattan in the days and months to come.
— Jul 27, 2009

Q&A With Pedipeds' Founder

Angela Edgeworth talks about turning a mother's instinct into a booming business.
— Jul 27, 2009

Skechers Sees Second Half Shape Up

Skechers USA Inc. continued to impress with a narrower second-quarter loss than expected.
— Jul 27, 2009

Tips for Enticing Retailers to Buy

Vendors are offering an array of incentives to sweeten the deal for partners.
— Jul 27, 2009

Titan, Bebe Team Up for Relaunch

Bebe is back as a wholesale footwear brand.
— Jul 27, 2009

Vans, North Face Stand Out for VF

Analysts saw signs of life in several of the company's businesses.
— Jul 27, 2009

What Kids Are Wearing in Venice

Colorful canvas vulcanized sneakers were spotted all over the canal city.
— Jul 27, 2009

Women's Buzz: Corso Como, Ce Ce Chin

Corso Como debuts its Diamond Collection, and 80%20 designer Ce Ce Chin branches out with a namesake line.
— Jul 27, 2009

At Home With the Pliners

Donald and Lisa Pliner give a tour of their picturesque home on Miami's Star Island.
— Jul 27, 2009

Mike Silverstein's Lesson on Success

The Nina Shoes co-founder opens up about his passion for design and the glory days of footwear.
— Jul 27, 2009

Vital Signs: Economic Predictions

The U.S. economy is showing hints of life. So why are some of the nation's top economists still worried?
— Jul 27, 2009

First Look at Cvine

Created by a former banking exec, Cvine combines comfort and style.
— Jul 27, 2009

Women's Fashion: Girl Interrupted

There's nothing dainty about these pastel-colored platforms for pre-spring.
— Jul 27, 2009

Kickers Unveils US Plan

French footwear brand Kickers is making a return stateside.
— Jul 27, 2009

Athletic Retail Profile: Standard

Exclusive product and friendly service set this Atlanta sneaker shop apart.
— Jul 27, 2009

Q&A With Payless' LuAnn Via

The Payless president and CEO is forging ahead with several fresh initiatives.
— Jul 27, 2009

Comfort Profile: Earth Shoes

The retro brand is making a comeback.
— Jul 27, 2009

Insider: Gosselin's Shoe Pick… Matchmaking

Jon Gosselin found something special at a Madison Avenue men's store.
— Jul 27, 2009

Norton Ponders Next Steps

After shuttering her namesake brand, Mary Norton considers other opportunities in footwear.
— Jul 27, 2009

Behind the Scenes of Home Shopping

The home shopping world is undergoing a makeover.
— Jul 27, 2009

Checking In: The World's 10 Largest Hotels & Resorts

Top 10 largest Hotels and Resorts.
— Jul 27, 2009

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