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Footwear News 09/28/2009

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Footwear News 09/28/2009

Must Buys

FN picks the spring season’s best trends and hottest styles.

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Billy Reid Expands Footwear Mix

The designer is debuting a women's line for holiday.

— Sep 28, 2009

Late B-T-S Season Hampers Finish Line

The retailer felt the pain of a quiet July and August.

— Sep 28, 2009

Retailers More Upbeat on Fall After B-T-S

Store owners looking ahead to final months of year.

— Sep 28, 2009

Sole Commerce Buyers Upbeat

Retailers said they are more confident than a year ago.

— Sep 28, 2009

Athletic Must Buy: Gray Shades

Men's sneakers aren't just black and white. This season, it's about all the shades in between.

— Sep 28, 2009

Children's Must Buy: Gingham

Gingham is making a comeback in the kids' market, crisscrossing everything from ballet flats to clogs.

— Sep 28, 2009

Children's Must Buy: Woven Sandals

Vendors are putting an artisan spin on sandal dressing this spring, with huarache-inspired wovens.

— Sep 28, 2009

Comfort Must Buy: Ankle Straps

All eyes will be on the ankle this season, as comfort brands put a sexy spin on sandal dressing with straps inspired by the gladiator.

— Sep 28, 2009

Comfort Must Buy: The Color Blue

The comfort market is feeling blue this season, with various shades inspired by the sea and the sky.

— Sep 28, 2009

Juniors' Must Buy: Yellow Hues

Shades of yellow are adding a sweet and sunny touch to spring footwear.

— Sep 28, 2009

Juniors' Must Buys: Floral Embellishments

Floral adornments are making big statements on everything from pumps to sandals this spring.

— Sep 28, 2009

Men's Must Buy: Slide Sandals

Men will combine comfort with ease this spring with slip-ons that give open-toed footwear a masculine look.

— Sep 28, 2009

Men's Must Buy: White Soles

Designers are changing up men's shoes this spring with bleached bottoms on everything from traditional penny loafers to lace-up boots.

— Sep 28, 2009

Outdoor Must Buy: Commuter Styles

This spring, outdoor firms are outfitting men for the urban landscape and the workplace.

— Sep 28, 2009

Outdoor Must Buy: Multisport

Men and women looking for versatility this spring will find multisport styles good for multiple endeavors.

— Sep 28, 2009

Women's Must Buy: Jelly Shoes

— Sep 28, 2009

Women's Must Buy: Patent Nudes

Skin is in for spring, as women's designers embrace the lighter tones.

— Sep 28, 2009

Insider: Simpson Sells... Vans at MacBar...

Buzz is heating up in advance of FFANY Shoes on Sale.

— Sep 28, 2009

Shoebuy.com Targets Designer Customers

Footwear vendors upbeat on new site.

— Sep 28, 2009

Analysts Debate Future of Footwear

Insiders ponder top industry issues at FN Roundtable.

— Sep 28, 2009

Athletic Must Buy: Perforated Sneakers

Spring footwear is getting cool and breezy with perfed uppers for men and women.

— Sep 28, 2009

Forecast Brightens at Micam

Italian players more upbeat at Milan show.

— Sep 28, 2009

Saks' Frasch on Shoe Strategies

The exec opens up on new initiatives.

— Sep 28, 2009

Hord Teams With Li & Fung for New Lines

Industry vet Noel Hord is back in the footwear game again.

— Sep 28, 2009

Shop Talk: Louboutin Times Two...Devi's Digs

On the heels of his Los Angeles opening, Christian Louboutin is opening digs in Miami.

— Sep 28, 2009

FN List: Top Spring Colors on NY Runways

The must-have hues for next season.

— Sep 28, 2009

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