
Kathy Passero


Cowboy Boots: Ready for Their Closeup
Cowboy boots are not just lassoing shoppers from coast to coast. They’re also being honored as works of art in museums.

West NYC Social Post Goes Viral By “Magic”
Manhattan sneaker boutique West NYC scored big with an adidas collab Instagram reel that garnered $1.4M views.

Thinking Outside the (Shoe) Box: Sole Men
When Fleming’s Comfort Footwear partnered with Ara Shoes on a Blues Brothers-themed event at its Tulsa store, the results were a runaway hit.

Bus Stop Boutique Rolls Out Newest Collection
Philadelphia retailer Elena Brennan’s unique approach boosts profits and keeps customers coming back.

Survey Says: 8 Steps to Take Now to Maintain Market Share
Here’s what retailers and brands should focus on now based on findings from the latest U.S. Consumer Footwear Survey from the FDRA/AlixPartners.

Tip Top Hooray
In one of Manhattan’s most iconic neighborhoods, one of Manhattan’s most iconic shoe stores is celebrating 85 years of success—and gearing up for many more.


Happy Days
Zappos ushered in the online age and reinvented the way the world buys shoes with their inventive blend of vision, genius, exceptional service, an irrepressible desire to spark happiness…and a splash of weirdness for good measure. Two and a half decades later, it’s still a superb combo.

’Stock Market
In 250 years, Birkenstocks have been called everything from tree stumps to hippie chic to couture cool. In truth, they transcend labels—and time.
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