210 YP’s Christmas Party in June!! Can’t wait!
by JULIA
I am soooo excited about this event! Especially because I will be designing 2 of my Julia Veli paper couture dresses, one for 210 and one for DSW! I am so flattered! I am going to make something extra special! You don’t want to miss this event, so if you are coming to FFANY or are in NYC, you better be there! More details to come!! We’ve already sold just under 100 tickets to our event in just three days! There are a limit…
Sharon Esau = Awesome!
by JULIA
Sharon Esau = Awesome! Me, Sharon, Julia So Julia has these pair of boots from KORK-EASE that Julia refuses to take off. I wouldn’t either, they’re cute, comfy and stylish. So you know we had to stop at their booth at FN Platform. At the KORK-EASE booth we met Sharon Esau the Sales Manager for H.H. Browns, Kork-Ease and Vintage Shoe Company. She is definitely extroverted and immediately we felt like we had known her fo…
Cindy Does Say!
by JULIA
Cindy Traub from Cindy Says Shoes Anedie, Cindy Traub and me! Anedie and I were walking through FN Platform and came across was a sign that read, “CINDY SAYS”, with her playful outgoing self Anedie says, “So, Cindy, tell us…” And of course the friendly Cindy Traub in her pink booth told us everything. Cindy is the President and founder of the brand she launched in 2005, but her journey at the footwear industry en…
Ramlah from Steve Madden
by JULIA
Ramlah from Steve Madden Ramlah is a beautiful name that comes from an Arebic origin and the person who I met that has this name is also beautiful. Ramlah Boadi is a Public Relations Associate for Steve Madden and she captivated me by her positive energy and the contagious smile on her face. She was able to do this even though I met her at the end of the busiest day of Magic when most others looked like they were so over it…
ZAPPOS ZAPPOS ZAPPOS
by Richard Salmon
Me and Elize waiting for our ride! Today brings you two perspectives on a visit to Zappos. I took Elize and Anedie there because I knew they would not only have fun, but learn a lot, which they clearly did! It was so fun to watch them experience the dynamic culture at Zappos without being prepped on what to expect and just being introduced into the footwear industry. I had my tour for the first time about two years ago and it…
Ddana King and Leah Vixamar at FN Platform
by JULIA
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…
Shoe Show Virgin No More!
by Richard Salmon
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…
The Daily 5 – All about the good news!!
by JULIA
The Daily 5 – All about the good news!! The Italian brand Fratelli Rossetti stuck to their roots for spring ’10. Check the Women’s Spring preview, it’s a classic collection which ranges from sandals and platform heels to ballet flats including suede and hammered leathers. The collection is carried in Fratelli Rossetti boutiques, as well as Zappos.com. Congrats for them! The preview is awesome, can’t wai…
The Daily 5, It’s all about the good news!
by JULIA
The Daily 5- It’s all about the good news! Let’s applaud the newest union! Jimmy Choo and Ugg Australia are building a new line together, in which luxury comfort and luxury fashion are getting married! It’s definitely a unique partnership! Jimmy Choo is brave enough to step away from the red carpet and appreciate news outlets for brand growth, like the last collaboration with H&M. Co…
Sheena’s (supposed to be) Weekly Rant – FFANY and the Fallen Enemy
by Matisse Sheena
Yay – Sheena’s back! We had a great time in NYC hanging out….thanks to her boss I learned that my knee has great reflexes. haha So yet again, another brand is talking about MAGIC over WSA….hmmmm….seems to be a big trend! I hate to say it but I think WSA made a big mistake and opened the door for MAGIC to step in and provide the necessary elements to make a great trade show for everyone! I don…
