Comments – And the Winner Is…
by JULIA
Great to get the industries support on our article about Toms vs Bobs by Skechers ….Ken and I certainly appreciate it! LinkedIn Groups Group: Footwear News Discussion: And The Winner Is…. Hear Hear Julia, small correction. If we dont speak up and out loud, why post at all. I do hope the main stream press (like in NYC Times, People Magazine, National Enquirer what ever trash people read) picks up the th…
Thank you….
by JULIA
I would just like to thank everyone who took the time over the past week to respond to the article about Skechers. Ken and I realized that what we had to say, while definitely a shared point of view by many, would make a few people upset at worst and raise some eyebrows at best. I have honestly not recieved any negative feedback regarding what we wrote…in fact all I have received is comments and emails with people eit…
And The Winner Is….
by Ken Proctor
I am going to go ahead and take the blame for Ken’s topic this week…as I should since well, I gave it to him! Everyone knows that I am all for pointing out the good that people do and focusing on the positive things in business and definitely life. HOWEVER, there are times that my other side (the one that isn’t afraid to say how I feel or give my honest opinion), gets the best of me and this is one of those time…
The Daily 5 – All About The Good News
by JULIA
I know quite a few of my fashion loving guy friends who will be loving this news! Jimmy Choo just announced he will be launching a new men’s line for Fall/Winter 2011. The line will consist of sneakers, biker boots, loafers and Chelsea boots, using cashmere, velvet and leather in all kinds of fun prints. I cannot wait to see more of the line and I am sure it will be a smash success!! Aetrex is giving their FB fans a sn…
The Daily 5 – All About The Good News!
by JULIA
L-R: Jay Schmidt, Jennifer Masella, Diane Sullivan, Paola Venturi, Ron Fromm Wow! A big congrats to Diane Sullivan from Brown Shoe who was jsut promoted to take the spot of CEO beginning in May! It’s been an amazing couple of years for Diane and I know for a fact this promotion is well deserved! Current CEO, Ron Fromm will remain as an active chairman of the company. While I am sure there is much excitement ar…
Predictions for 2011
by Ken Proctor
I love these predictions and I believe Ken is spot on! Looking back at his predictions from last year, I am a little sad that Shoebizness didn’t grow like we had hoped BUT all things happen in due time and I learned last year about the importance of sticking to the core of what makes a product unique and building at a pace that is managable. With a move from Miami to NYC and building a new business here, I simply couldn&#…
The Daily 5 – It’s All About The Good News
by JULIA
I am not sure if this is good news for anyone but her, but Lindsay Lohan is set to launch a footwear line for her brand 6126 now that she is out of rehab. Okay….I can’t wait to meet the sales rep who has the responsibilty of selling the new line. I am a little curious what the spin will be on Lindsay’s involvement. I suppose she has been fashionable in moments, but I can’t really imagine that peo…
The Daily 5 – It’s All About the Good News!
by Jillian Heiner
Pearl studded booties from Stanton James found at fabsugar.com This is the start of a very important time for retailers. On Thursday, Americans will be feasting and thinking about all that they are thankful for and by the next day, they will be fighting each other for the best deals on Black Friday. Things will calm down by Cyber Monday, but sales and promotions will still be strong. It’s the official kickoff to the holi…
The Daily 5 – It’s All About the Good News!
by Jillian Heiner
Saks 5th Avenue and FN Sexiest Shoes Winner from allvoices.com A few days ago, Saks 5th Avenue announced the winner of their sexiest shoe contest. It’s no surprise that Christian Louboutin takes the cake with his $2,445 Swarovski encrusted Maralena Flame Sandal. According to allvoices.com, in an interview with Vanity Fair Magazine in May, Louboutin earned double-digit increments in 2010. We can tell why! It’s no…
Twitter Action of the Day @msshoebizness!!
by Mary Krajick
ShoeRazzi Ashley Spiker New celeb spottings: Sienna Miller, Olivia Palermo & Kim Kardashian http://shoerazzi.com/see/celebs/ This tweet is my favorite of the day becasue it leads to a really fun website and today they talk about celebrities and their fabulous footwear. There’s no better way to promote a shoe and get your name out there then having the most influential celebrities wear them. DSWShoe…
The Daily 5 – It’s All About the Good News!
by Jillian Heiner
Elizabeth and James shoes from LAtimesblog Everyone’s favorite childhood actresses are all grown up and they have their own fashion line Elizabeth and James. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen’s line can be found at Saks 5th Avenue right next to top designers like YSL and Prada according to LAtimesblog . They are making the jump from their tween market at Walmart to fashion forward high-end consumers at Saks. The twins are a b…
The Daily 5 – It’s All About the Good News!
by Jillian Heiner
Gore-tex military boot from businesswire.com According to businesswire.com Gore-tex has done it again – but this time, they’re in footwear. They have incorporated their breathable, comfortable, and weather resistant materials into work boots for the U.S. military. Boots are designed to keep feet dry from precipitation and allow moisture to easily escape. The biggest advantage is that militia would be able to…
The Daily 5 – It’s All About the Good News !
by Jillian Heiner
Just one of the six shoe salons at Selfridges. Image from dailymail.uk.co. As many of you know, London Fashion Week was this week. But before any model stepped down the runway, there was the opening of the biggest shoe department in the world at Selfridges. The 35,000 sq ft space will hold over 5,000 pairs of shoes from 120 different brands according to dailymail.co.uk . There are 6 different display rooms and 11 design…
The Daily Five, It’s All About the Good News!
by Jillian Heiner
Phillip Lim is debuting a line of footwear to compliment his ready-to-wear collection. Prices range from $395-$875. A little bit on the pricey side for someone like me, but hey, a girl can dream. Aren’t they a-ma-zing! These shoes speak for themselves. Read more at Fab Sugar. I’m not someone who usually watches the stock market, but this sounds like good news to me. According to Business Week, after the reces…
Skechers USA, Inc. Seeking Store Managers
by Mary Krajick
Skechers USA, Inc., a global leader in lifestyle and fitness footwear has exciting opportunities at our Brand New Stores Opening at the Chinook Centre in Calgary, and The Shops of Grand River in Birmingham. We are currently seeking Store Managers: JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and personnel of Skechers retail store. Drive top line sales by training employees how to sell off the…
