Footwear News articles from September 2009

Footwear News archives from September 2009

FN.
September 28, 2009... FN FOOTWEAR NEWS VOL. 65 NO. 37 SEPTEMBER 28, 2009 WWW.FOOTWEARNEWS.COM 12 FN Exclusive: Frasch on Saks' Shoe Strategy MUST BUYS FN picks the spring season's best trends and hottest styles.

Hord Teams with Li & Fung for New Lines
September 28, 2009... Byline: MARCIE YOUNG Hord Teams With Li & Fung for New Lines NEW YORK Handbag brands Kathy Van Zeeland and B. Makowsky are making the move into footwear with a team of industry veterans, including former Nine West executive Noel...

Late Back-To-School Season Hampers Sales At Finish Line.(Report)
September 28, 2009... Byline: JESSICA PALLAY Late Back-to-School Season Hampers Sales at Finish Line NEW YORK While September is shaping up to be a better month for most footwear retailers, The Finish Line Inc. felt the pain of a quiet July and August in...

Insider.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Jennifer Ernst Beaudry and Wayne Niemi INSIDER Got tips? E-mail jennifer_beaudry@condenast.com or wayne_niemi@ condenast.com Simpson Sells Call it the Jess effect. Less than a month away from the newly revamped "FFANY Shoes...

Shoebuy.com Targets Designer Customers.
September 28, 2009... Byline: JESSICA PALLAY Shoebuy.com Targets Designer Customers NEW YORK While many argue that the luxury customer is retreating, Shoebuy.com is banking on demand for high-end brands and has launched a new Website, Designer.Shoebuy.com....

Forecast Brightens At Micam.
September 28, 2009... Byline: LUISA ZARGANI With contributions from Lindsay E. Sammon Forecast Brightens at Micam MILAN Despite a strong euro and an uncertain economy, the outlook at the four-day Micam footwear exhibition that closed here on Sept. 19 was...

Sole Commerce Buyers Upbeat.
September 28, 2009... Byline: MARCIE YOUNG Sole Commerce Buyers Upbeat NEW YORK Though retailers at last week's Sole Commerce show took varied approaches to buying for spring '10, one thing is certain: Many people are feeling considerably better than a year...

In Brief.(Stride Rite Corp.)(National Shoe Retailers Association)
September 28, 2009... IN BRIEF Collective's Name Change Collective Brands Inc. said last week that the brands formerly housed under Stride Rite Corp. which include Sperry Top-Sider, Saucony, Keds and Stride Rite Children's Group will now be organized under...

Billy Reid Expands Footwear Mix.
September 28, 2009... Byline: JOCELYN ANDERSON Billy Reid Expands Footwear Mix NEW YORK Billy Reid is going deeper into footwear. The Alabama-based designer will debut a women's shoe line for holiday '09 and plans to launch a wholesale business for his...

Shop Talk.(new shoe store by Christian Louboutin)(Devi Kroell opens news accessories store)(DC Shoes opens new store)
September 28, 2009... Byline: Lindsay E. Sammon. SHOP TALK E-mail lindsay_sammon@condenast.com Louboutin Times Two Christian Louboutin opened a 1,800-sq.-ft. store on Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles earlier this month in a two-story 1930s-era building....

Frasch's Formula.(dialogue with Ron Frasch of Saks Inc.)(Interview)
September 28, 2009... Byline: MEGHAN CASS Frasch's Formula Saks President Ron Frasch opens up about the retailer's new strategy in a dramatically altered luxe landscape. NEW YORK For Ron Frasch, what a difference a year makes. After a challenging 12...

Spring '10 Must Buys.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA and STEPHEN SULLIVAN. SPRING '10 MUST BUYS Footwear News canvassed the globe for spring's hottest footwear fashions. Dominant trends such as textile...

In The Nude.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA and STEPHEN SULLIVAN. In the Nude Skin is in for spring, as women's designers embrace patent nudes. On sky-high stilettos, funky wedges and architectural...

Fabric Sale.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA and STEPHEN SULLIVAN. Fabric Sale Women's brands are turning to burlap, canvas and heavy lace to freshen up slingbacks, stilettos and wedges making...

Jelly Beams.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Jelly Beams Women's brands are flashing back to the 1980s this spring. The era's popular jelly shoe is back in gladiator styles,...

Full Bloom.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Full Bloom Floral adornments are making a big statement on everything from pumps to sandals this spring, blossoming in a range of...

Lemon Drops.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Lemon Drops Shades of yellow are adding a sweet and sunny touch to spring footwear. Cut-out flats, comfy leather mocs and slip-ons...

Slides Rule.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Slides Rule Men will be trading in their flip-flops this spring for a pair of slides. Combining comfort with ease, the slip-on styles...

Great White.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Great White Boat shoes aren't the only styles sporting a white sole this spring. Designers are taking a bite out of the men's market...

That's A Wrap.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. That's A Wrap All eyes will be on the ankle this season, as comfort brands put a sexy spin on sandal dressing. Taking inspiration...

True Blue.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. True Blue The comfort market is feeling blue this season, with various shades inspired by the sea and the sky. The denim-friendly...

Punch Lines.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Punch Lines Spring footwear is getting cool and breezy with perfed uppers for men and women. Some athletic brands also put a twist on...

Gray Matters.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Gray Matters Men's sneakers aren't just black and white. This season, it's all about the softer shades in between. Whether dressed up...

Multiple Choice.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Multiple Choice Men and women looking for versatility this spring will find multisport styles that go from the river to the trail, or...

Commuter Class.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Commuter Class This spring, outdoor firms are outfitting men for the urban landscape with rugged styles that can withstand the daily...

Check Mate.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Check Mate Gingham is making a comeback in the kids' market, crisscrossing everything from ballet flats to clogs. The retro pattern...

Craft Shop.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Photographed by JOHN AQUINO, GEORGE CHINSEE, THOMAS IANNACCONE, ROBERT MITRA andSTEPHEN SULLIVAN. Craft Shop Vendors are putting an artisan spin on sandal dressing this spring, with huarache-inspired wovens. The looks have been...

Analyze This.(Discussion)
September 28, 2009... Byline: JESSICA PALLAY Analyze This Footwear experts believe a new normal has changed the game for retailing and only the strong will survive. NEW YORK The past 12 months have marked an unprecedented period in the footwear...

Taking Stock:.
September 28, 2009... TAKING STOCK: The Bottom Line on the Shoe Biz HOLIDAY HOPES: The Christmas lights are still in storage, but analysts are already eyeing the holiday season, and most expect value and promotions to play a major role. Moody's Investors...

Trading Report:.(Statistical data)
September 28, 2009... Trading Report: For 9/17/09 9/23/09 High*****Low*****Retailers*****PE*****Volume*****Last*****Change (52-Week)***************(in thousands)********** 94.50*****34.68*****Amazon.com*****61.7*****327,851*****92.38*****1.68 ...

Retailers More Upbeat On Fall After B-T-S.
September 28, 2009... Byline: KRISTEN HENNING Retailers More Upbeat on Fall After B-T-S NEW YORK While family and children's retailers continued to face a tough test during the back-to-school season, many storeowners said they are more optimistic about the...

Hue Bet: Top Spring Colors At New York Fashion Week.
September 28, 2009... Byline: Produced by GABRIELLE FRATANGELO. Hue Bet: Top Spring Colors At New York Fashion Week Vibrancy is the name of the game for spring '10. During New York Fashion Week, designers brightened things up with sunny colors that are sure to...

FN.
September 7, 2009... FN SEPTEMBER 7, 2009 FOOTWEAR NEWS VOL. 65 NO. 34 WWW.FOOTWEARNEWS.COM 9 Retailers Bank On Slim Inventories, Boots to Lift Fall SHOW ISSUE Siren Call Designers harken back to the Roaring 1920s for spring, updating feminine...

Growth In Skate Begins To Slide.
September 7, 2009... Byline: WAYNE NIEMI With contributions from Jennifer Ernst Beaudry Growth in Skate Begins to Slide LOS ANGELES The skate business may be headed for slower times, as the youth market feels the sting of the down economy. "It may be...

Retailers Find Bargains At Magic Show.
September 7, 2009... Byline: JOCELYN ANDERSON Retailers Find Bargains at Magic Show LAS VEGAS Retailers were on the lookout for deals and found plenty of them at the Magic show held here last week. Many said 10 percent discounts on orders placed at the...

Retailers Laud Simmons' Designs.
September 7, 2009... Byline: ELISA ANNISS Retailers Laud Simmons' Designs LONDON As she heads into her second season, Tabitha Simmons is making waves in the luxe market. The British designer's debut line for fall '09 was snapped up by a number of big...

Economic Woes Impact Collective In Q2.
September 7, 2009... Byline: JESSICA PALLAY Economic Woes Impact Collective in Q2 NEW YORK Although Collective Brands Inc. took a hit in the second quarter, few were sounding alarms over the company's tepid results. Matthew Rubel, chairman, CEO and...

Royal Elastics Overhauls Brand.
September 7, 2009... Byline: WAYNE NIEMI Royal Elastics Overhauls Brand LOS ANGELES After being sold by K-Swiss Inc. in May, Royal Elastics is repositioning itself under new ownership. John Bondoc, who previously worked at Royal as creative director and...

Insider.
September 7, 2009... Byline: Jennifer Ernst Beaudry and Wayne Niemi With contributions from Jocelyn Anderson and Lindsay E. Sammon INSIDER Got tips? E-mail jennifer_beaudry@condenast.com or wayne_niemi@ condenast.com Gomez Finds Love Attention teen boys:...

Fall Forward.
September 7, 2009... Byline: LINDSAY E. SAMMON With contributions from Meghan Cass and Gabrielle Fratangelo. Fall Forward After almost a year of record-low sales, retailers are pleasantly surprised by positive early fall results. NEW YORK Many retailers...

Leading Lady.
September 7, 2009... Byline: Photographed by TODD NORWOOD. Leading Lady The classic glamour of the 1920s is back. Designers are channeling the sophisticated, coquettish styles of silver-screen starlets such as Greta Garbo and Clara Bow, while adding a touch of...

Sweet Spot.(Jonathan Bartlett)(Tamara Vladic)
September 7, 2009... Byline: Randi Gollin Sweet Spot California's Deliciouz boutique offers a strategic mix of hip merchandise and cool ambiance. For years, shoe lover Tamara Vladic dreamed of opening a footwear boutique, but "found 50 reasons not to do...

Board Walkers.
September 7, 2009... Byline: Marcie Young Board Walkers With summer in its final stretch, women flocked to New York's Coney Island for a day of sunning by the Atlantic, riding the Cyclone roller coaster and hitting the boardwalk. Ditching the stilettos and the...

Post Grads
September 7, 2009... Byline: Elisa Anniss Post Grads After working for some of the industry's biggest names, three Cordwainers alums step out on their own. Atalanta Weller, 30 Line: Atalanta Weller Launch season: Spring '10 Manufactured: Portugal...

Women's: Buzz.
September 7, 2009... WOMEN'S: BUZZ Perfect Pair Pour La Victoire and Zappos.com have tied the knot. The New York-based brand and the footwear e-tailer have paired up to launch Pour La Victoire's debut bridal collection, which includes sandals for beach...

Eye On Milan.(Fabio Aromatici)(MICAM)(Interview)
September 7, 2009... Byline: Elisa Anniss Eye on Milan Global recession aside, Micam organizers expect exhibitors from new markets to deliver growth and bring excitement to the show. International Affair Although Italian shoes are at the very heart of...

Green All Over.
September 7, 2009... Byline: Jennifer Ernst Beaudry. Green All Over The sustainability movement gets highbrow at Fashion Week and down-to-earth in new hiking boots. Got something to say about going green? E-mail jennifer_beaudry@condenast.com. Show Offs...

Taking Stock:.(LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton S.A)(Retail Theft Survey )(household incomes survey)
September 7, 2009... TAKING STOCK: The Bottom Line on the Shoe Biz FRAUD FOUND: A federal jury handed a $32.4 million victory to LVMH MoA't Hennessy Louis Vuitton on Aug. 28, when it found that two service providers that hosted Websites selling fake goods...

Trading Report:.(Statistical data)
September 7, 2009... Trading Report: For 8/27/09 9/2/09 High*****Low*****Retailers*****PE*****Volume*****Last*****Change (52-Week)***************(in thousands)********** 94.40*****34.68*****Amazon.com*****52.1*****266,292*****78.14*****-5.86 ...

In Brief.(comparable stores sales decline)
September 7, 2009... IN BRIEF Comps Decline Again in August Shoppers felt little sense of urgency about shopping for back-to-school or the upcoming fall season, leaving most retailers with same-store sales declines in August. Upper-tier retailers continued...

Great Escapes 2009.
September 7, 2009... Byline: Regina Smith Popp Great Escapes 2009 Designers look back on their favorite summer destinations and reveal future plans for fall. Favorite summer getaway: "I love the Seychelles Islands. This year during our vacation to...