But in 2010 it began partnering with other brands with similar esthetics and values, offering bags by Jack Spade, watches by Bertucci and dress shoes by U.K. label Grenson--introducing customers to other products that they might like.
Born poor, he dropped out of 4th grade and survived by shining shoes and learning to operate dangerous equipment in factories.
Ms. Cabot, who launched Dansko in 1990 by selling shoes from the back of a Volvo station wagon, says the tax benefits associated with employee stock ownership enabled the S corporation to manage the long-term debt of buying out the couple's ownership stake.
Los Angeles-based TOMS shoes fulfills its commitments by donating a pair of shoes to the underprivileged for every pair a paying customer buys.
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And at every turn, we've made progress not only by changing laws but by changing hearts, by our willingness to walk in another's shoes, by our capacity to love and accept even in the face of rage and bigotry.
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Last week, prosecutor Clark said he would testify that an imprint that Dr. Lee saw on the envelope was not made by a second set of shoes but, rather, by the jeans worn by Ron Goldman.
You will also be given some shoes by your attendant - either traditional wooden clogs or fluorescent flip-flops.
Lawyers for Louboutin have argued that sales of any red-soled shoes by any other company constitutes trademark infringement.
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But Nike knew it could not improve physical activity by making more shoes.
In a creative branding move, management was able to get the postal code 10022-Shoes by asking the US Postal Service.
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Enter FiveFingers, a line of shoes by the Italian company Vibram that are really gloves for the feet, with minimal protection and a finger for each toe.
Cindy McCombe tells the story of how Matthew Walzer, a 17-year-old with cerebral palsy, used social media and key influencers to make his message go viral, and how Nike responded by making custom shoes for him.
The shoes are designed by Aetrex Worldwide, the largest manufacturer of orthotic and health related shoes for older adults.
Yes, prosperity preacher Joyce Meyer sells her book "Eat the Cookie, Buy the Shoes, " which encourages Christians to "lighten up" by eating cookies and buying shoes (seriously).
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Stanley invented a double-brake system using two brake shoes supported by springs that clamp down on a disc.
But there is no need to invest in a pack-pony or snow-shoes: by 1998 Europeans may be flying direct to Whitehorse.
Forget Berluti being only known for its long, pointy shoes worn by the likes of the Duke of Windsor, Frank Sinatra and Andy Warhol.
Nowadays, when I get into San Francisco and have a little extra time, I like to get my shoes shined by a guy named John.
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In 1999, when Robert and Kelchak, the designer, spotted bowling-style shoes made by an edgy Spanish company called Camper, they quickly came up with a Skechers version.
Familiar with Unequal's claims that its pads can absorb up to 80% of the "chronic impact shock" from hits, Mr. Hatfield asked Unequal to design a chest protector for Mr. Vick using the same patented technology Unequal develops for shoes worn by some NFL players.
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Before they set hoof onto the snow they have to undergo a change of shoes, a feat made possible by farrier Christian Lampert, who replaces regular shoes with a set containing winter grips and a unique layer of silicone to prevent snow sticking to hooves.
The European Commission imposed the duties in 2006, following a complaint by European manufacturers who argued that they were unable to compete with shoes dumped in the European market by low-cost producers in China and Vietnam.
With every step he took, the leather heels of his shoes were striped by the neon light.
Sandals made from plant fibres found at the Arnold Research Cave in Missouri, US, pre-date the shoes from Areni by some 2, 000-2, 500 years.
Her hanging clothes were organized by color and type, her shoes neatly ordered on the shelves.
Mr. Im Thou said the factory is operated by a company called Wing Star Shoes.
Still, by putting adhesive tape on their shoes, the scientists were able to collect slivers of metal alloys being used for new U.S. fighter planes.
Most Americans would not want news of the BP oil spill delivered by a man wearing pink suede shoes or a velvet dinner jacket.
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Cue a capsule collection of highly desirable shoes and bags inspired by her travels to Thailand, embroidered with flowers in of-the-moment neons and adorned with playful bright pom-poms.
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