Ken Braun and JUMP
by Elize Tomasi
JUMP – “Are you ready to Jump?” A couple of weeks ago I mentioned J75 JUMP sneakers in ‘Daily 5′ and was very excited to finally get my hands on them. I met Ken Braun during FFaNY and had the pleasure of talking with him again at FN Platform. He is the sales rep and Product Developer for JUMP. Ken started out in the footwear industry with Steve Madden as a buyer for their retail stores. He late…
“VIOLET TASH”
by Elize Tomasi
“VIOLET TASH” Exceptionality is what makes it so especial. While at the FFANY, I made my way up to the 38th floor at the Flat Hotel and there was “VIOLET TASH”. I kind of stumbled onto it, because was a bit hidden on the right corner of the floor. There I met Violet Tash. Yes! That’s the name of the owner/designer as well. Her name is artsy and creative already, no wonder she used it to brand her company. “We…
Ddana King and Leah Vixamar at FN Platform
by Elize Tomasi
Leah Vixamar I met Ddana King the founder and owner of Leah Vixamar through Julia of course. Julia met her down in Miami through a friend and Ddana actually designed custom shoes for her fashion show back in December. Julia and her instantly hit it off and meeting her I can see why. They both have an amazing ambition and are not afraid to follow their dreams. Everyone has heard the story of the dedicated professional th…
Nancy is a Sweetheart…
by Elize Tomasi
Nancy is a Sweetheart… Julia introduced me to quite an interesting lady namedNancy Katz’ who is a shoe ornament designer. Julia spoke so highly of her telling me that she is one of the people I just had to meet! She was right….I had a great time visiting with Nancy and checking out all her fun creations! Her goal with her NANCY KATZ DESIGNS is simply “accessorizing the shoe to pull an outfit together.” Sh…
Kelley Lehner of Klub Nico is great!
by Elize Tomasi
Klub Nico Let’s join the klub… Julia met our friend Kelley Lehner owner of Klub Nico at SMOTA a while back and featured her in one of her first articles here on shoebizness and out of so many people and brands that Julia introduced me to, Kelly was one that I truly enjoyed meeting and talking to. Not only because she is beautiful and speaks Portuguese with an amazing ‘carioca’ accent, but also because she is f…
Shoe Show Virgin No More!
by Anedie Azael
Let me just say that last weeks show was the most fun and most productive I believe I have ever had! Bringing two gorgeous, wonderful girls with me to interview new people and promote my various brands was a fab idea and they did a great job!! We made so many new friends and caught up with all my besties for what will be remembered by me as one of the best weeks ever! Anedie truly had no idea what she was walking into, but no one wou…
1 year anniversery!! Let’s celebrate this week!
by JULIA
A bottle of Champagne from on a dress I made! haha Seems appropriate for our Happy Anniversary! Wow, I really cannot believe it has already been one year since the launch of shoebizness.com. I remember walking the floor at WSA last year attempting to explain to people what my little site is all about. Honestly, at the time I didn’t even really know yet, but I knew I was on to something! At WSA I met Sheena and then in…
Matisse Footwear!!
by Elize Tomasi
Matisse Footwear!! One of the first brands Julia took me to visit was Matisse Footwear because she is obviously good friends with them and I can see why! It was a pleasure meeting Michael Katz, Sheena Parks and Chris Ryan from Matisse Footwear at my first FFANY trade show. Such a harmonic group! Matisse and the diffusion Coconut line are well known for high quality product and a fun style. Basically it’s a perfect com…
First FFANY Experience
by Elize Tomasi
Me checking out the new English Laundry line from Robert Wayne (sorry for the blurry pic, it was on Julia’s blackberry) I can proudly say that it was awesome to join Julia on her trip FFANY last week! I learned so many wonderful things and met so many wonderful people in the footwear industry. I’m very happy to have had the opportunity to walk the trade show and I’m so excited for PLATFORM/MAGIC. The expe…
Press Release – AETREX INTRODUCES BERRIES COLLECTION
by JULIA
Go Aetrex!! Speaking to Larry’s goals from my interview with him, they just introduced a new collection and will be showing at WSA and MAGIC. For all you comfort shoe retailers, be sure to check them out and….. we will check them out and give you a review after MAGIC! SL38 Burgundy Mary Jane AETREX INTRODUCES BERRIES COLLECTION, A HIGHLY INNOVATIVE, NEW CONCEPT IN WOMEN’S FASHION COMFORT New Women’s Lin…
Outdoor Retailer Show Review
by Tom Cassidy
Click Above! I have always wanted to go to this show and hopefully soon I will have the opportunity….it seems like there would be a lot of unique characters! We appreciate Tom giving us a sneak peek into the recent show and happy to hear that it seems to have been a success which is great. Hopefully this will be the report coming from all the shows this season… Thanks for the great review Tom!! -Julia Outdoo…
Press Release – Preview the Fall/Winter Collection 2010 from See Kai Run®
by JULIA
Seems like See Kai Run is gearing up for another great year! If you wish to see the line, which in my opinion looks great! Please contact Julie listed at the bottom of the post. Press release: for immediate release Preview the Fall/Winter Collection 2010 from See Kai Run® Highlights include collection expansion with more multiple colorways Seattle, WA, January 2010 – Remember the excitement of youthful days spent…
Who wants to bowl for 210?? I do, I do!!
by JULIA
Opening Night at FN PLATFORM – 2/16/2010 Orleans Bowling Center at The Orleans 4500 West Tropicana Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89103 Time: 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM I mentioned LAST YEAR that I cannot wait for MAGIC in Feb!! It is going to be quite a fun trade show…I just know it! I have an annoucement coming soon regarding why I would say that but for now let’s focus on how much fun the opening event will be raisi…
FFANY RE-CAP
by Tara Bodt
Like a dumb dumb I forgot to take any pics of Tara and her crew even though I had my camera with me….so no visuals on this one, but I must say that I really enjoyed my time hanging out with Tara and her father Jonathan. Their line looked great and it seems that they had a good show. To no surprise Tara has an opinion on the shows for the month of February and also to no surprise, RW has opted for a FFANY/MAGIC combo. I think thi…
FFANY visit with Erin Conroy at Brown Shoe – Via Spiga and Franco Sarto
by JULIA
Erin Conroy showing off the snazzy new Via Spiga line….loved it! I saw some really cool designs during my tour of Brown Shoe and I wanted to share with you some of my faves! I saw a lot so I will have to split it up in a couple of postings. I visited Franco Sarto first and for fall ‘10 I saw a lot of the little small bronze stud detail which is great….I also loved the ankle booties! They are always fun! Via Spig…
