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Sporting goods firm Reebok has tied up with Marvel Entertainment to launch a collection of children’s sneakers featuring superheroes Iron Man and The Incredible Hulk.

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Retailer Payless ShoeSource has launched new ranges of the Dexter footwear brand for men, women and boys in its stores throughout the US.

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Hoping to boost its name recognition with a new generation, Adobe is offering a slimmed-down version of its popular photo-editing software for free online.

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3/25/2008 4:40:38 AM Tuesday, sporting goods provider Adidas Group (ADI.L) announced that it agreed with Vulcabras S.A., a holding company, to form a joint venture company for distributing Reebok footwear, apparel and accessories in Brazil and Paraguay. Adidas stated that the deal is subject to regulatory review in Brazil and added that the financial details of the transaction would not be disclosed.

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As color printing gets cheaper, the decision to use your in-house printer, ink and paper or outsource a smaller print job comes into question. HP has some free, pretty neat, software, HP Marketing Resources Software, available here has several good tools you can use.

One of the tools, the HP Print Cost estimator can help you estimate when you should print something in your office or outsource it to Kinkos or a local printer. There's three tools in total that come with HP Marketing Resources Software:

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PORTLAND, Ore.----LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. , a leading provider of branded work and outdoor footwear, announced today that its Danner® subsidiary received a new business order for $1.3 million from the U.S.

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Steven Madden, Ltd. , a leading designer, wholesaler and marketer of fashion footwear and accessories for women, men and children, today announced that Edward Rosenfeld, Executive Vice President of Strategic Planning and Finance of the Company, has been named Interim Chief Executive Officer and Walter Yetnikoff, an independent Director of the Company, has been named Non- Executive Chairman of the Board.

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NEW YORK (AP) -- Shoe maker Steven Madden Ltd. on Wednesday said it expects to buy back 2.6 million shares at $17 per share in its tender offer, which expired on Tuesday.

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NEW YORK----Skins Inc. , a developer of a revolutionary, patented, two-part interchangeable footwear structure, today announced that the Skins 2008 Spring/Summer Collection will be delivered to 45 retail "doors" by mid April and 100 retail "doors" by June.

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If you build a company on the basis of service, you can branch into other areas, says Alfred Lin, chief operating officer/chief financial officer of the $850 million shoes merchant Zappos.com. “So we think of ourselves as a service company that just happens to sell shoes, handbags, and related items.”

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"This civil penalty sends a clear message that the CPSC will not allow companies to put children's safety at risk"

Athletic shoe and apparel maker Reebok has agreed to pay a $1 million fine for importing and distributing charm bracelets that contained toxic levels of lead and resulted in the death of a 4-year-old ... via KARE-TV Minneapolis

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GOLETA, Calif.----Teva® journeys back to the Colorado River to tell the world about the importance of conserving our earth's waterways with the premiere of the new MacGillivray Freeman Films IMAX® Theatre film, Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk 3D.

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Fifty years ago, a small shoe company gave birth to a casual shoe that soon was to make a name for itself. via Kalamazoo Gazette

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[Source: Yahoo! Finance: Textile - Apparel Footwear & Accessories Industry News ] Brown Shoe Company, Inc. has elected Mario L. Baeza and Harold "Bud" Wright to its Board of Directors. (click here for original article)

[Source: Footwear News ]"They seem to have enough cash, but this seems to be for shorter-term funding" Nike Inc. plans to issue $1 billion in new debt for working capital, according to a paper filing made this week with the Securities and Exchange Commission. via Portland Business Journal (click here for original article)

[Source: Smallbiztechnology.com ] If you're a "nice guy" you might have never given thought to business etiquette. Check out Anna Posts’ Business Etiquette Tip Sheet:

• Webcams: Before hitting accept, think: “Would I go to a meeting like this?” Also, since video-calling is about building more personal relationships, give your full attention to the person you’re speaking with.
• Email: Remember, if you use a work address for personal e-mail, it’s not just your name on that email it’s your company’s, too.
• IM/Chat: Grammar rules still apply. Spell out words in full, and don’t forget to spell check!
• Internet Phone Calls: If not everyone is familiar with using programs such as Skype, ask if they need a little guidance in advance. Have a cheat sheet with some common questions ready to send to them.
• Speakerphone: Before you put someone on speakerphone, you should always ask their permission, and be sure to announce everyone who is in the room.

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[Source: Smallbiztechnology.com ] Concentrating on viruses and not clicking on the wrong links in email, is important, but remember, spyware is also a problem, ensure you are protected. A CompTIA press release reads - A single spyware infection on a work computer can impact the productivity of the typical small business employee for two-and-a-half days, according to research commissioned by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). A survey of employees at businesses with 10 to 200 computer users found that more than one in four computer users reported having their productivity impacted by a spyware infection during the past six months. Of these, more than one-third reported multiple spyware inflections. (click here for original article)

[Source: Daily apparel & textile news and comment - from just-style.com ] Specialist retailer Foot Locker is planning more store closures after reporting a 23% nosedive in profits during the fourth quarter. (click here for original article)

[Source: BusinessWeek Online -- Technology ] Advertisers are shying away from mobile phones until they get clearer data on whether promotions on the small screen pay off (click here for original article)

[Source: Yahoo! Finance: Textile - Apparel Footwear & Accessories Industry News ] Crocs Inc. shot down speculation Thursday that its colorful funky footwear with scattershot holes will be sold by Costco Wholesale Corp. (click here for original article)

[Source: Footwear News ] Genesco Inc, The Finish Line Inc. and UBS have entered into a definitive agreement for the termination of a proposed merger between the two merchants. via DM News (click here for original article)

[Source: The Retail Site - Retail Business News, Ideas, and Tips Blog ] With m-commerce, mobile phone users can shop online wherever they may be By Bill Siwicki A commuter is sitting on a train reading a story in the newspaper on horror writer Stephen King. A passage in the story highlights King’s most recent novel, “Duma Key.” The commuter is wowed by the description of the supernatural thriller and decides it’s a must-read. She’s ready to buy and is undeterred by the lack of a bookstore on the train or a PC or laptop to connect to a web store. Like 174 million other Americans, she has a mobile phone capable of browsing the web. So she whips it out, selects her Amazon.com bookmark, types “Duma Key” into the search window, selects “Duma Key” in the search results, and, because she has an account with Amazon.com and previously downloaded a cookie with her sign-in information, clicks on Buy Now with 1-Click. Done. And in less than 60 seconds. Link to complete Article from Internet Retailer (click here for original article)

[Source: Daily apparel & textile news and comment - from just-style.com ] Tommy Hilfiger has mutually agreed to take its men's and women's footwear license back in-house next year, ending a ten year exclusive licensing term with the Stride Rite unit of Collective brands in the US. (click here for original article)

[Source: Daily apparel & textile news and comment - from just-style.com ] Uli Becker is to step up from the post of chief marketing officer to take over as Reebok president and CEO, parent company Adidas has announced. (click here for original article)

[Source: Footwear News ] Nike and Apple are making the iPod compatible with gym equipment. Soon iPod users will be able to hook it up to equipment at gyms and health clubs to track workouts. via CNN (click here for original article)

[Source: Daily apparel & textile news and comment - from just-style.com ] Nine West Group, a division of Jones Apparel Group, has appointed Richard Paterno as president, wholesale better footwear brands, with effect from 31 March. (click here for original article)

[Source: Send2Press Newswire ] NEW YORK, N.Y., March 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A breath of fresh air enters men's fashion with the launch of Ryan Rowe, a new luxury men's footwear brand available in March at Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom and fine retail outlets nationwide. Ryan Rowe is on target with the current shift of men's increased focus on style. "As men grow more style savvy, their attentions will branch out into all aspects of their appearance, including footwear. Until now, there has been a real shortage of creative and compelling offerings in the market," says Ryan Ringholz, Ryan Rowe partner/creative director and an award winning designer whose ability to translate European sensibilities to mass market is most evident in his design experience with Puma, Diesel, Pony, New Balance, Jil Sander, Marc Jacobs/Nuala, Tretorn, and Dry-shoD. The entire collection has been created with the versatility of being worn both for day or evening, dressing up or down, with jeans or a suit. Styles such as the Leighton, Bentley, and Tipton are exaggerations of classic driving moc, traditional English lace up and sneaker patterns, respectively. Vacchetta leather (the finest Italian tanned leather), full length Poron sock liners (anti-microbial + anti-bacterial), hand painted canvas, patent suede, natural vegetable dyes, Blake stitching, and interesting combinations of color and texture are just some of the cutting edge details that exemplify the Ryan Rowe brand aesthetic. As members of 1% For The Planet, Ryan Rowe has a commitment to bettering the environment and delivering a greener product. Partners Ringholz and Rowe Samieian in their respective capacities have undoubtedly impacted the modern footwear business. "Even with so much experience and involvement in footwear, I still felt there was a void in the market. I was unable to find affordable shoes that reflect the look and quality of my high-end tastes. Hence, the concept of 'Accessible Luxury' - making high quality products accessible and appreciated by the most creative and inspired consumer," became the foundation of our brand," says Samieian, a proven master at revitalizing and building brands such as Sacha London, Dr. Martens and Diesel. More information: www.ryan-rowe.com. Launch Event: Nordstrom at The Grove, located 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles, CA, will host an official launch for Ryan Rowe on March 15, 2008, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. All trademarks acknowledged. Copyright © 2008 Send2Press® Newswire, a unit of Neotrope® TAGS: Send2Press Newswire, Ryan Rowe footwear for men, Vacchetta leather shoes (click here for original article)

[Source: Forrester Research: Retail ] Forrester asked nearly 5,000 US consumers about many aspects of their relationships with retailers. We examined their feedback on overall customer experience; their satisfaction with Web, branch, and phone interactions; and their plans to stay loyal to their current retailers. To understand the dynamics of these relationships, we analyzed the data across five generations of consumers: Gen Y, Gen X, Younger Boomers, Older Boomers, and Seniors. Some of our findings: Boomers and Seniors are getting their basic needs met, Seniors are the most satisfied with store and phone interactions, and Gen Yers are the least loyal to their existing retailers. (click here for original article)