This Just In: August 2013
Guys bring their A game with stylish accessories. Photography by Melodie Jeng
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Mod Mod World
A quintessential ’60s Mod Vibe swings into Fashion. Photography by Jamie Isaia, Styling by Kim Johnson. Fashion editor: Angela Velasquez; hair: Adrian Clark, The Wall Group; makeup: Deanna Melluso, The Magnet Agency; models: Liv and Kristy, IMG.
The Sweet Spot
Jon Caplan, CEO of Genesco Branded Group, makers of Johnston & Murphy and Trask, discusses how the portfolio is sitting pretty amid a burgeoning dress footwear revival and an Americana fashion renaissance.
By Greg Dutter
Five Steps to Success
Industry experts offer tips on how to boost business as the summer season cools off.
By Lyndsay McGregor
Sole Brothers
Although born into the business, the Astobiza brothers are carving their own legacy with Sole Desire – now more than 20 years old and consisting of 12 outlets sprinkled throughout California wine country.
By Brittany Leitner
Story Time
Our job is to report on the ever-changing and exciting business of making and selling shoes. For nearly a quarter of a century, Footwear Plus has showcased the latest styles, brands and trends (beautifully, I might add). We’ve reported on new retail strategies, formats and consumer shopping habits. We’ve updated you on breakthrough innovations in comfort, performance and design; emerging categories; and macro economic and fashion trends as well as their trickle-down effects on the shoe business.
