Diadora ‘perfect for retro sneaker fans’

Diadora are the perfect trainers for fans of retro sneakers, according to its vice-president of sales.

Mark Wachter has spoke to the Seattle Times and said that it aims a lot of its ranges at "sneakerheads", those people who may not actually participate in sport but may appreciate the "funky colour combinations" of the shoes.
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3 September 2008

Trainers to commemorate Tommie Smith

A new pair of commemorative trainers is being released by Puma.

The footwear manufacturer is releasing the Tommie Smith Clyde trainers to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his famous black power salute on the podium at the 1968 Mexico Olympics.
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3 September 2008

Shoes designed to reveal pregnancy

A new line of shoes designed especially for pregnant women have been unveiled.

Website NotBarefoot.com has a range of custom shoes which carry messages announcing the pregnancy.
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8 August 2008

Website helps parents measure children’s feet

Children’s shoe maker Start-rite has launched a new website to help parents accurately measure their children’s feet before they order footwear online.

Startriteshoes.com provides users with a free downloadable paper gauge which features length and width indicators as well as advice for parents on how to measure their children’s feet and fit shoes.
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31 July 2008

Loafers are ‘hugely fashionable’

Loafers have once again become "hugely fashionable", one expert claims.

According to Daily Mail writer Liz Jones, the shoes have made a return to the forefront of fashion this season and are being worn by "a smattering of celebrities" including TV presenter Alexa Chung.
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29 July 2008

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