Shoe-In
Summary: Covering the ins and outs of all things footwear, from sneakers to heels, loafers to slippers and every type of shoe in between. Brought to you by the FDRA and FFANY, the footwear industry’s associations focused on retail, trade, politics and fashion…helping create and enhance conversations on all things footwear.
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- Artist: Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America (FDRA)
- Copyright: (c) 2016 - 2021, Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America (FDRA)
Podcasts:
On this episode, Jasmine discovers the latest in leather trends on the showroom floor of FN Platform. Blackstone, Miz Mooz, and A.S. 98 share a little about their brands, upcoming trends, and some of their top picks for the season. Matt and Andy are just along for the ride.
Jasmine walks the shoe show floor to explore upcoming children's footwear trends on display at FN PLATFORM. She discusses new styles, best sellers, and marketing strategies with Boatilus, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Synclaire Brands. Matt and Andy are just along for the ride.
Josue Solano, President and COO of BBC International drops by the Shoe-In Show set to discuss the evolving state of footwear sourcing, costing, currency, and navigating the patchwork of footwear regulatory demands. Jasmine walks us through another amazing edition of "Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'?"
Matt, Andy, Jasmine, and Thomas celebrate 100 amazing episodes of footwear fun with some special guests along the way. Are you shocked as much as we are that we made it to 100? Get ready for 100 more! Thanks for all your support! We are extremely grateful.
Jasmine hits the shoe show floor to discover upcoming outdoor footwear trends on display at FN PLATFORM. Sorel, KEEN, and Timberland are all in focus as Jasmine scouts out these exciting new trends.
Footwear industry veteran Bill Snowden brings his years of experience and knowledge of the footwear industry to Shoe-In as he's in the middle of the launch of his new brand - Jane and the Shoe. Jasmine notices the potential reemergence of leather in new and bright colors in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment.
Esteemed British footwear exec and British Footwear Association (BFA) CEO John Saunders stops by Shoe-In to educate the crew on all things British footwear and the British footwear empire. Jasmine jumps in for her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she reviews the fashionable return of cowboy boots at this year's New York Fashion Week.
Matt and Andy welcome footwear quality control expert Michael Levinson from Quality Corrections & Inspections as they review current quality issues impacting footwear - from mold to reappearing invisible ink and everything in between! Jasmine is back this week with her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment highlighting the many ways footwear companies are combining materials in new and innovative collaborations.
Herbert Smith, Marketing Designer and Director at Pensole Footwear Design Academy, drops by Shoe-In at FN PLATFORM in Las Vegas to peel back the layers on the history and purpose of the esteemed footwear design academy. Jasmine brings back her amazing Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she reviews some of the latest and greatest shoe collaborations now in the footwear marketplace. Pensole/Adidas/Harden Collaboration LeBron James/Kith/NIKE Custom AF1 and Jack
Before his recent brush with royalty, FN Editorial Director and all things footwear media guru Michael Atmore stopped by Shoe-In at FN Platform in Las Vegas to share his shoe story and download on the evolving footwear industry media and business landscape. Jasmine joins in with another world famous Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'? segment as Michael and the boys shed light on the shoes they are currently wearing and what they plan to purchase in the very near future.
Elizabeth Semmelhack is back to discuss her newest book Shoes: The Meaning of Style and the unique history and social impact of sandals, boots, high heels, and sneakers. Shoe lovers shouldn't miss this fun journey through shoe history and the many surprises along the way (like, high heels were developed for men!) Jasmine stops by to discuss the ways in which footwear designers are using unique inspirations for their footwear creations.
Matt and Andy welcome Tony Chiappetta of Chiappetta Shoes in Kenosha, Wisconsin as they learn more about the unique world of independent footwear retail. Tony downloads on the ways in which Chiappetta Shoes has met their customers' needs since opening in 1921. Jasmine jumps in to run through the best winter boots to sport during this cold winter in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment.
Jasmine takes charge as this entire episode is one big Fashion Footwear in Focus segment. Listen in as Matt, Andy, and Jasmine explore the importance of celebrity, red carpets, and influencers on footwear fashion. She also explores expected footwear trends for 2018, like ugly dad shoes.
Bata Shoe Museum Curator and author Elizabeth Semmelhack joins Shoe-In to discuss the origins of the iconic museum and some of the amazing and interesting stories behind the museum's 13,000 artifacts. Jasmine jumps in for her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she explores the rising popularity of gold shoes.
Andy, Matt, and Jasmine run through the 2017 footwear holiday retail results and expectations for 2018 sales. Jasmine jumps in as she and the boys explore the shoes they have and what they plan to buy in the world-famous "Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'?" segment.