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Palladium hires Hommy Diaz as Global Product Line Manager

Iconic boot brand Palladium today announced the appointment of Hommy Diaz as global product line manager. In his new post in Westlake, CA, Diaz will report directly to President Larry Remington and will oversee all aspects of the product creation process. Diaz, whose resume includes stints at DC Shoes and Apple, will play an integral role in developing pricing and product calendars, lending his expertise on creative for new product initiatives and defining seasonal color and material palettes.

DC hits 10 million fans on Facebook

It’s Day 8 of DC Shoes 10 Million Facebook Fans giveaway. The action sports brand kicked off 2013 by hitting 10 million “likes” and is still going strong. To celebrate the milestone, it’s saying thanks by doing 10 giveaways to 10 winners in 10 days. Winners will receive a $100 gift card and one pair of shoes, while one grand prizewinner will receive a $1,000 gift card and one pair of shoes. Visit apps.facebook.com/tenmillionthanks.

Wolverine Worldwide Names Todd Yates President of Wolverine and Hytest Brands

Wolverine Worldwide today named Todd Yates president of its Wolverine and Hytest brands. In this newly formed role, Yates will be responsible for developing and implementing all integrated sales, marketing and product strategies for the brands in alignment with Wolverine Worldwide’s key growth initiatives for its portfolio of dynamic lifestyle brands.

Remember that time Blair hated on Tory?

The final episode of the latest (and last) season of Gossip Girl aired last night on The CW network. One particular quote from an early episode has stuck with me over the past five years: Blair Waldorf, while interviewing girls to join her minions, disgustedly looked one up and down and asked, “Are those Tory Burch’s last season flats?” who nervously revealed that she got them on sale.

Louboutin gets soleful for the season

I think this is the tree Eartha Kitt was referring to in “Santa Baby:” made entirely of red-soled Louboutins. The Christmas display fills the windows of Christian Louboutin boutiques in New York, Geneva and Paris. [via Complex]

Etnies gifts new shoes to 360 children in need

Tis the season of goodwill and Etnies played its part on Friday by hosting its ninth annual holiday festival at the Etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest in California. Skateboarding owner and CEO Pierre-Andre Senizergues, along with team riders Nick Garcia, David Reyes, Aidan Campbell, Alex Midler and Chris Del Moro, handed out 360 pairs of shoes to children in need from various Orange County non-profits. And imagine the kids’ surprise when Santa Claus decided to show off his impressive boarding skills.

Anne Hathaway is very fussy.

Les Miserables’ costume designer, Paco Delgado, revealed to WWD that actress Anne Hathaway wore “sophisticated flats” made by “specific shoemakers” to play Fantine.

“She’s vegan, so we couldn’t use any animal materials on the shoes for her character Fantine. We had to find very specific shoemakers to create lace-up boots and ankle boots,” Delgado said. “We also did flats that were much more sophisticated.”

Two Ten and Kenneth Cole partner on guilt-free shopping.

Two Ten Footwear Foundation is partnering with Kenneth Cole for a one-day holiday promotion that’s just one more example of the industry’s committment to philanthropy (editor’s note: see our January issue next month). Using code KC210 tomorrow, Dec. 15, will ensure 10 percent of all purchases made at www.kennethcole.com will be donated to Two Ten. This meaningful donation will go a long way in helping footwear families who find themselves in need of financial aid this holiday season.

Asics Gel-Kayano 18 receives international top honor from Runner’s World Magazine

Runner’s World Magazine, the worldwide authority on running information, has awarded the Asics Gel-Kayano 18 “Best Update” of 2012. The award was presented at a special ceremony at The Running Event in Austin, TX, on Dec. 4.

Volatile Kicks Back

Going back to its roots of comfort and style, Volatile is revisiting the fashion sneaker for its Spring ’13 collection called Volatile Kicks. “Volatile sneakers are iconic in the fashion-athletic category,” says Bodo Loerke, creative director. “Through the years customers have continued to ask for them and and we are now very excited to offer the Volatile Kicks collection–classics with a twist.”

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