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Previewing the new Pendleton Woolen Mills footwear collection-featuring OUTLEISURE® styles by acclaimed Portland Product Werks...last December 6, 2018-we knew immediately these kicks were the best autumnal line Deets: Most styles $40-200...all fashion/function...in three lines according to the press release-LIVE, EXPLORE, RELAX. We say-all amazingly versatile. Pendleton sneakers Taking so many pictures-we figured everyone else would agree -so until the collection was for sale, we waited...cause inst-a grativiation for these cold weather shoes-would be---well-instant. Vibram oursole Now shoes are becoming available online and for pre-order: Islesgate Wedge Some of our fav looks-wedges, high boots, lightweight trainers, faux fur-faux shearling cozy lining/collar-in boots (moisture wicking)+ slides-slippers-mocs-mules (replace your UGGS ALREADY...)...the Pacific northwest- southwestern textile uppers/trims. Added plus-great shoe construction=waterproof suede o

Step On It Flashy + Fun colors/trims in footwear ... Wedding wear maestro Antonia Riva 's feminine decorative sneakers aren't just for brides...  Summit by White Mountain-red pops in a walk ez Victorian lace up block heel MADDISON Black Leather boot onside now $69.99 NINA- foot soothers- cork footbeds in comfy slides-new collection  delivering for Spring WHAT ELSE:  via GIPHY customize Nike your  kicks-splashy Abstract Expressionist style-or perked up w/ embroidery, dip dyes, patches etc... online- or insta  gratification at new SNEAKER BARs- including new awesome  flagship Fifth Avenue - Midtown/NYC, on the Left Coast-Melrose/LA store- or our hidden treasure- Spring St/Broadway (529 Broadway)

The (new) modern/conceptual art destination PRADA Fondazione -designed by star architect Rem Koolhaas Open seven days a week ...former distillery plus new buildings...featuring site specific and collected conceptual/modern art, sculpture, videos...  The wine-Italian grape-100% Nebbiolo DAMILANO Barolo   Riserva Cannubi "1752"intense ruby garnet, dry robust -red fruits cherry-licorice-cocoa-leather-tobacco intense flavors The eats-hunks of Parmigiana and fresh fruit or...Nutrella Grilled Cheese -at Bar Luc e (Prada Foundation designed by film director Wes Anderson, seriously ) The footwear...high glamor sneakers by luxe wedding dress designer  Antonio Riva Milano ...comfortable enough for all day walking...  or limited edition drops-Adidas Falcon (if/when)

Checking out subway passengers' footwear-(vs addictive smartphone screens) ...it's clear that woven knit uppers atop sport/lifestyle kicks have become the style of choice... shared with workboots-depending on the hour of the day. Athletes all? Nope-clearly commuters are opting for trendy comfort ---partially why THAT shoe market niche -looks-wise-boast straight off fashion forward runway handsomeness and functional driven outdoors' details of techy components that are fit fab+ durable. via GIPHY One of the 'hot' brands out there... BRANDBLACK -a 'lifestyle'  men's apparel/footwear company that would synch  just right  if purveyed by  Dover St. Market -as easily as adorning the uncompensated forms/feet of off duty b-ball pros. This may be a smirk inducing take on the Birkenstock/sock Grandpa phenomena-but we bet there's a consumer base for this ONE PIECE Tabi  $140 sandal/sock merger. The unibody construction is unique-woven tubular knit

Part Two Fall footwear-fast $ approachable way to seasonally transition to autumnal times when it's still summery temps. For weeks -and weeks. Our picks -on trend made for walking footwear= smart buys that'll wear well into Spring. via GIPHY SUPRA, NATIVE FOOTWEAR, BUTTER Italy FUN KICKS! SUPRA 's women's mid top CUTTER-snazzy silhouette-vulcanized sole, slightly fit, minimal branding with that gold hardware lateral zipper.actually functions ez on/off. Spring look-with functional block color outsole- pattern designs-refs the brand's surf/sake inspirations. on right -SUPRA 's Skytop Evo with gold Tcage-at quarter, heel + collar-and black foiled leather+black lycra upper-paired with white foxing...on left Skytop II-streamline look of the original in brick red foiled leather upper+black-neat detail-high foxing tape provides optimal shoe flex -vulcanized sole construction-distinctive tongue with 2 pull tabs. NATIVE-insane lightweight-co

SAUCONY, SEBAGO. OluKai, OBOZ via GIPHY Lightweight, cushioning,  sport functioning-and lifestyle good looks-there are plenty of worthy choices by dress and athletic brands... that narrow down footwear travel needs to a pair or two. SAUCONY LIFE ON THE RUN. .. lifestyle collection-uses brand's cushioning and long lasting proprietary foam length of the midsole that is long lasting. Pictured-LiteForm delivers July 1, 2017. Insanely lightweight- all day comfort-stretch mesh upper-breathable -and lacing system assures great fit as does footbed inside cards the foot with just enough support...really could do a trail hike, day jog, or sight-seeing journey... in this one kick. Sebago-started out in Maine as the original hand sewn Dockside boat shoes...for Spring- we're loving this Docksides Ariaprene™ (neoprene-like) genuine moccasin construction kick- with non-corrosive nickel free eyelets -  with toggle-elastic bungee closure system for great fit...re imagined water f

Part 3 ALTRA, BIRKENSTOCK, FORSAKE, CHACO, TREDAGAIN,  WOLVERINE 1000 MILE X SAUCONY, FREEWATERS, FIVE TEN, SKECHERS Athletic/Comfort footwear companies-makers of sneakers for running/sports on dirt, mountains, or watery endeavors and healthy sandals that coddle...are offering up lifestyle choices for the already wearing their brand types AND people looking for that comfort technology in an everyday wear. High fashion dressy versions-these are not...instead most looks border on the line between weekday work and weekend playable styles. And that's practically ok all the time...except for rarely worn fancy attire anyway ... Highlights: Altra   Dessert Boot- offers a comfortable yet dressier-premium leather upper- take on their fab award winning running shoes. Using the brand's own dual EVA midsole with A-Bound™top layer and FootPod™ outsole -on the signature cushioned Zero Drop™ platform and Footshape™ toe box-allows toes to splay- feet to naturally move the way it sho

PART 3 KHOMBU, K SWISS, RISEWEAR, EDDIE BAUER, TREKSTA, DANNER Urban outdoors is a reality-especially for mass transit commuters -living in city sized dwellings...who head out to city or massive national parks on days not spent indoors. Three season kicks- lifestyle sneakers and winter worthy fashionable boots -dominate precious closet space (or under the bed)...vs the most dressy of dressier shoes that rarely get worn these days. via GIPHY source: gifbay.com Some highlights: Khombu is raking in the retail accounts these days (and customers) for good reason-the value and eye candy proposition just REALLY work...esp. for F/W waterproof takes on their stylish molded one piece duck boots bottoms paired with fun textile/woolen uppers in terrific tweed and ethnic patterns. Pictured Julliard (left -ultra fun with comfortable insole $109) and Jazzy center, right $95 a wedge heel is the easiest walkable way to add height and still feel the ground-the Ashao comes in 5 colors.