Recruiter for the Fashion Industry
by JULIA
Looking for Recruiters!! Our friends at JBC Style are looking in the process talking with potential new recruiters for their offices all across the country! They are expanding their teams in NY, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Francisco and are looking for strong dedicated recruiters. You don’t have to come from the fashion industry but do have to be hungry and special! Recruiting is how I got my start…
Public Relations Account Executive!
by JULIA
We’re looking for a great Fashion and Lifestyle PR person! Account Executive to manage accounts in Cece Feinberg Public Relations NY Office—includes fashion, lifestyle products, etc.. Cece Feinberg Public Relations is a publicity, creative marketing, and special events firm with a proven track record of success that spans the fashion, accessory, lifestyle, hospitality, entertainment, and art fields…
Letter from a Fan! :)
by JULIA
I have been meaning to post this for a while now. I recieved this email from our fan Gus Martinez and simply was so excited to have made a difference in someone’s life and career through this outlet. Ken emailed me a couple weeks ago and it seems he has become quite the mentor to Gus which is amazing! I hope that this happens more and more as we continue to grow and while Gus was inspired by Ken and Shoebizness…. I…
101 Countries!!
by JULIA
I continue to be overwhelmed by the response that this site recieves on a daily basis! I haven’t had time to check stats for a bit, so you have to imagine my surprise to see that we had people from over 100 countries visit the site between July 31 and August 30 and more than 8500 hits with 3500 of those being from new users! So exciting!! Check out the map to see who is checking us out!! Go us!
JBC Style – Women’s Footwear Design Director
by JULIA
Position: Design Director, Womens Footwear Company: Confidential A leader in the Footwear Industry is currently seeking a talented Design Director or Senior level Designer to join one of their contemporary design teams. Candidate should be both creative and technical and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere. Excellent benefits and competitive compensation. This position is in the NY area. Email Jacki…
210 Foundation – Women In Footwear Industry (WIFI) Debut Event
by JULIA
Over 75 women attended the 210 Foundation’s Women in Footwear Industry (WIFI) debut event held during FFANY last Wednesday evening in New York City. The event featured an evening filled with networking and several speakers including 210 Foundation President, Peggy Miell and WIFI co-chairs Diane Sullivan (Brown Shoe President and COO) and Carol Baiocchi (Kohls VP and DMM). The keynote address was given by…
Update: Many Sides weigh in on the ‘Toning Debate’
by JULIA
Hi All: I just wanted to send this quick follow-up to my article last week… NPD just released an update on it’s Toning and Shaping Market Study showing the market sales through June. The press release is available here.
24 Seven, Inc – Footwear Designer
by JULIA
COMPANY INFORMATION Company Name: 24 Seven, Inc Company Phone Number: 310-587-2772 Company Address: 325 Wilshire Blvd Ste. 202 Santa Monica, CA. 90401 COMPANY CONTACT Adrienne Soucie Phone Number: 310-587-2772 Organization: 24 Seven, Inc.The largest creative staffing agency in Fashion! Email: asoucie@24seveninc.com JOB DETAILS Title: Footwear Designer Function: Function – Design – Tec…
Modern Brides are Adding Color
by JULIA
Occasionally we see a bold bride wearing color or, a neutral base with color accents. Although many of today’s brides hold tradition to heart in their choice of attire, they are way beyond matching white shoes. You might expect to see silver, gold, a metallic or even a print but a leopard pump with tiffany blue soles? Who knew? A dear friend of mine married this year. They’re an awesome couple who I believe holds the recip…
Hope to see you there! YP210 event next Tuesday!! :)
by JULIA
I mean…it’s sponsored by PBR. Pretty much means it’s going to be an awesome party!! I would love to see you all there to support my fave industry charity YP210!! Definitely the coolest place to be in my humble opinion!!
Many Sides weigh in on the ‘Toning Debate’…
by JULIA
Let’s face it, Toning is polarizing – it has been the brunt of numerous jokes and yet has enjoyed meteoric growth; but no matter which side of the great ‘Toning Debate’ you happen to fall on, it’s clear that this category is making waves. A business once dominated mainly by MBT, has been recently joined by majors such as Sketchers, New Balance and Reebok who have collectively pus…
Matisse Sheena’s Weekly Rant – Celebutard Inspired Footwear
by JULIA
Hahaha….Great way to launch into Monday. I needed to come up with a good topic for Sheena and with all the silly press around Lindsey Lohan, I couldn’t resist. lol Thanks for making me laugh Sheena! :) The disclaimer reads: “Sheena’s Weekly Rant is meant for entertainment purposes only and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of all Shoebizness contributors. Here on Shoebizness we like to highl…
210 displays their Julia Veli dress!
by JULIA
Thanks to Ross Evans for sharing this pic on his Twitter page of the dress I designed for the YP 210 event in June, on display in their Boston offices! I am so happy they like it and so happy I was able to make the contribution!!
If The Choo Fits, Wear It (source AAP)
by JULIA
Thanks to Shoebizness friend Vince Fazzari all the way from Australia, for sharing this article about beloved footwear designer, Jimmy Choo. I love Jimmy Choo and I love getting these kind of articles from my industry friends….and how cool is it that Vince visits the site all the way from around the world! I love it! Watch out for Vince as he is in the process of launching a line here in the US sometime in the upcom…
Ornamentation Continues to Reign on Women’s Shoes.
by JULIA
Thanks to our new contributer Roseann for bringing us a fun trend report! I honestly had no idea mice shoes were in right now! Thanks Roseann!! -Julia Ornamentation Continues to Reign on Women’s Shoes. S/S 2010 is offering its best in ornate details n although it will be a bit more refined/ladylike, do not expect much change in the coming seasons. Enameled add-ons, ribbons ‘n lacing, bows ‘n zippers, fri…
