Retail Detail. Martin + Osa Closing

Another day, another brand bites the dust. Can't say this one surprises us either, sadly. American Eagle Outfitter Inc. said that its Martin + Osa retail concept is shutting down. The 28 stores and online business are expected to be closed by the end of the second quarter. The company had mentioned before that it …

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Christian Siriano for Payless

  All Done Up Mary Jane Pump     To the Point Printed Platform Pump     Cut It Out Ankle Cuff Pump   I was roaming the streets of Chicago the other day doing some shopping and I walked passed a window display in Payless. After passing it, I stopped and literally backtracked back to …

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The Hunter Brand to Expand

CEO Wendy Svarre The Hunter brand has developed into a crazed phenomenon, captivating an extremely large fan base. Ironically, the brand has us all wishing for rain so we can slip on our Wellie Hunter- stamped rainboots. Thankfully, now instead of waiting for the rain to pull out the rainboots, the company is coming out …

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Spring '10 Trends: Put Her In Neutral!

  Here is one Spring trend I am totally excited for…neutral colored shoes! For one, they make your legs look longer and two, they look amazing with pretty much every color in your existing wardrobe. Style tip, don't wear with colored legwear. In fact, neutral shoes look best with a bare leg so if you …

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Over-the-Knee Boots Get Dramatic for Fall 2010

  Casadei’s zipper boot with patent trim, Vera Wang Lavender’s stretch over-the-knee boot     Jean-Michel Cazabat’s fur-lined platform boot, Daniblack’s crepe-sole boot with shearling trim     Barbara Bui’s thigh-high, sand-colored suede boots with stacked heels, Tania Spinelli’s gray suede over-the-knee boots     Le Silla’s plum suede boots with covered platforms, Pura Lopez’s …

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