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AHHHH..... via GIPHY  Rainy, snowing, sunny and warm- a typical February week ...calls for adaptable footwear that multi-tasks in one week's worth of weather...highlights from new early Spring deliveries that fit the climate challengers. Some Picks: stylish slip-on skimmers ($79) made of waterproof rubber just like their fab duckboots= L.L. Bean with slip-resistant outsole, anti-odor lining, EVA midsole for all day comfort-can even see padded footbed with nice looking plaid pattern..

Preview looks from SPEEDO, NEW BALANCE, BROOKS RUNNING, UNDER ARMOUR Outdoor Retailer Athletic brands acclaimed for one sport are branching out into others-notably in offering apparel for active output activities like trail running. via GIPHY source wifflegif.com All deliver 'smart' multi-functional pieces-think  moisture  wicking breathable tops, non-chafe seams, easy care, built-in anti-odor protection,  stretchy fabrics made for movers,  logo reflective pops...jackets that are super light-weight and packdown -great for travelers too...and notably more loose items like men's baggies-board short length- (not just the 'thin' mannequins pictured here). After all clothing cut bigger-make them more versatile......including doubling as streetwear...or after workout bar hopping. Speedo---traditionally known for swimming-shows off running/gym clothes in solids and prints... New Balance-baggy shorts jacket-ready for indoor activities too-inaddtion to the...

Outdoor Retailer/SLC  Birkenstock, Khombu, Icebug, Sperry, Merrell, Teva, Under Armour,  Sanuk, Oliberté Whether coined comfort fashion , or stylish performance ...versatile footwear for the outdoors market has broadened its tonal offerings to include many boots/sandals-in white, black and/or in a bold blue akin to Yves Klein's signature. A refreshing break from the tried and true browns-rust, muted tones of typical autumnal colors that typically dominate the shelves. Highlights: DANBURY- Black Suede and White -both available NOW $329-shearling lined knee high boot that riffs the Birkenstock iconic Arizona style-with adjustable buckles on the feet and calves, contoured cork footbed-made in Germany, shoe made in Portugal...like the play on shiny patent and metal-and textured everything else. Buffalo check plaid-in black and white. Arizona - Birkenstock -classic footbed with suede liner, EVA sole-flexible and durable, straps with buckles for great f...

Psychedelic colors-skate-street influences KREIG CLIMBING ...chalk bags Croakies ...60s RULE-acid rock, peace signs, tie dye swirls...artisan belts are fun Artist created -thematic patterns- Flower Power, Water Nation, Dreamland, True Love, Treehouse, Bamboo, One World, Spirit Desert, Peace (signature)- SAK ROOTS haulers-shoulder bags, backpacks, convertibles, rollers, zipped pouches. wallets, shoes, accessories and rain boots-prints are amazing -on durable tough fabric, leather trims...make a statement when traveling--- SAK ROOTS  Asian motifs...for the cool guys.. ROARK REVIVAL carries on that ON THE ROAD-tradition with a "Strange Daze In A Hanoi Haze---Vietnam inspired separates...  exotic florals - native plants and transporting scenery-wonderfully rendered in sun faded tones. Well Done...even less the gonzo journalist inspiration. Poppy Dreams in RED...vibrant green and red field of poppies of Son La province-jacket on the reverse...picture...

OR/SLC   Combat camo-cushioning comfort -both have toe/heel rubber bump protection- A few years back-we scored primo seats to a not so friendly -Friendly, Brazil vs Colombia...where -interestingly enough, a Board member of Under Armour sat next to us. At that time his question about what we thought of UA...got us raving about the men's 'stuff' but giving a two thumbs down to the women's offerings-and served up ATHLETA as a way to do the lady's right. A few years makes a huge difference...and UA continues to grow...attiring the gymsters at our haunt in NYC-and producing fitness-outdoor apparel for all -that gets the look right-as well as the performance features...including the new to us -focused outdoors-y selections. A Few Highlights: The large footwear lines for men/women/kids- target trail runners, backpackers and fast hikers alike, hunters or those loving' the camo look, tactical kicks in shades of black and desert dust...and thongs/sneaker l...

PART 2 OR/NYC C O LOR BL O CK With refs to the acclaimed abstract color block artists (like Piet Mondrian and Mark Rothko)-color block patterns, vibrant canvases of tones stitched together for eye catching apparel/gear-often defined  functionalities...a pocket, a zipper... etc. GOLA -UK Sports Manufacturer EMU ---Aussie based, footwear brand is upping its fashion lifestyle offerings. Kanama Lo waterproof suede+canvas, Australian merino wool, EVA midsole for comfort+support, durable rubber outsole -in Oak  saw these at FFANY- lightweight  Biion Footwear is super comfy like Crocs BUT this splashy molded rubber footwear delivers in stylish slimmer silhouettes of lifestyle shoes-like traditional men's oxfords with punched upper details-in wonderful color combos...for golfers, boaters, and regular folks-going about their business. LOVE THESE ABSTRACT / GEOMETRIC surprise-this is L.L. Beans  ...a pretty pattern-in a cute skort fitness pi...