March 5th, 2010

“VIOLET TASH”
by JULIA

“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…

 
March 5th, 2010

Sheena’s Weekly Rant: Male Reps Vs Female Reps
by Matisse Sheena

Sheena at FNPlatform – Working hard!   Oh snap! I knew I was asking for it when I gave Sheena this topic and she did not disappoint! That’s all I am going to say on this one! Happy Friday! 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 highlight all different pe…

 
February 8th, 2010

First FFANY Experience
by JULIA

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…

 
January 25th, 2010

The Daily 5 – All about the good news!!
by JULIA

The Daily 5 – All about the good news!!   Looking for some architectural shoes? In Guo Pei’s Winter 2010 shoe collection there are pieces of footwear that are truly works of art, but might be better on display than actually on feet. They’re a combination of wedge/platforms with a geometric design that makes architectural . They’re great to look at, and innovative in their design, but wal…

 
January 20th, 2010

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…

 
December 16th, 2009

The Daily 5, All about the good news!
by JULIA

From the Footwear Plus Magazing Website Footwear Plus announced the nominees for their 11th annual Plus Awards – Excellence in Design 2009. Check them out HERE and vote!! I did, but  I won’t say for who!! My lips are sealed.  The winners will be announced on February 2nd, so stay tuned! ! For the 2nd time, Timberland will be the official footwear and apparel supplier for the Sundance film festival in Park C…

 
Trivia by Celo
November 11th, 2009

Says Marcelo, “A former Dynasty footwear colleague (Natalie Repp) did it a while back… supposed to be me juggling shoes!”      -I love it!! ...

The Daily Five – It’s All About The Good News!
April 21st, 2011

Flip Flop Shops is heading north! Very exciting news for a small Atlanta based company, at the moment they have 40 stores. Their deal states the businessman...

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