Payless ShoeSource Summer Collection redefines fashion trends in footwear
17 Jun '05
3 min read
Guze also noted that fashion is cyclical. Styles and trends come back, and will be updated or have a fresh "twist."
"For example, the espadrille wedge is back this season in a big way," he said, noting that women like the natural, adaptable feel of the style, the height-comfort combination, and the ankle wraps that dress up the leg.
Guze said the movement toward the espadrille wedge sandal is part of the Bohemian or ethnic trend. Important silhouettes in summer sandals are flats,wedges and kitten heels, use of cork in the footbed and bottoms and uppers like the thong and the "toe-loop."
"The thong upper - aka the flip flop - has been hot for about three years now," Guze said. "The toe loop is a fresh trend now and incorporates a one or two-band upper."
The Payless Summer Collection started appearing in stores nationwide last week and boasts a wide rang of embellished sandals, espadrilles, and wedges, as well as classic summer styles, plus a large assortment of coordinating handbags. Prices are on average under $25.
Payless ShoeSource Inc, the world's footwear authority, is the smart shopper's source for style-right, high-value footwear and accessories for the entire family. With more than 4,600 retail stores throughout North, Central and South America and its e-store Payless.com, Payless puts more feet in the latest footwear fashions than any other specialty retailer.