Leading overseas development agency CARE International is delighted to announce the launch of the fifth Prima Solutions Adventure Challenge, exclusively for the fashion and fashion retail industry.

This challenge, which is supported by Footwear Today, will take place in the stunning Exmoor National Park on 22nd May 2010. Teams from across the industry will hike, bike and canoe the distance of a marathon in a day. 

As the capital prepares to become the international fashion focus for buyers and retailers alike, Pure London springs into season introducing new sections within the footwear and accessory areas, creating a vibrant new atmosphere and providing visitors with a more effective and enjoyable buying experience.

With the largest ever collection of accessories and footwear on the Upper Level, Pure London is the ultimate one stop shop! This February the Footwear Hall unveils a new look splitting the brands into three areas, New to Pure Footwear, Trend Led and Design Led, allowing buyers to source collections more easily.

Bacup Shoe Company is delighted to launch its Spring-Summer 2010 range at the Blackpool Footwear Show. The new collection includes slippers and trainers as well as our brand new Back to School range.

Our top brands include The Simpsons, Little Miss and Mr Men, Dora The Explorer and once again we are excited to bring you the Disney blockbusters of High School Musical, Hannah Montana, Winnie The Pooh and the brand new Toy Story ranges.

Jacobson Group is launching an array of new and exciting collections for the season ahead at the all new Blackpool Show. Showcasing a wealth of designs from:

Odeon

Odeon takes design influences from the season's key catwalk looks, creating a collection of must-have styles at attractive price points! Boots, platform heels and flat ballerina pumps all feature creative finishing touches - buyers will be spoilt for choice!

At Jaybill Wholesale our many years of success has been based around one simple commitment - to work closely with our customers. This understanding of our customers needs coupled with our sales teams in-depth knowledge of our footwear ensures a product range that is both highly commercial and individually catered to their specific requirements.

We believe Spring/Summer 2010 will further enhance our reputation with new and exciting styles sprinkled throughout all of our respected brands and categories. With gladiators expected to fight off all competition (pardon the pun) and be THE must have summer fashion item once again we have developed a fantastic new range of gladiators that will add to every retailer's portfolio. These on trend metallic flats and sexy heeled styles are combined with price points starting as low as £2.75... they are almost guaranteed best sellers! 

E Sutton & Son has an enviable reputation for producing well crafted and affordable wider fitting footwear. This reputation is regarded with a great sense of pride and is fiercely protected through attention to detail and strict quality control at every stage.

Home of leading brands Comfort Plus and Finesse these wider fitting footwear collections are elegant, desirable and above all comfortable for women of all ages. Once again, E Sutton has produced an exciting collection for the Spring which will be shown for the first time at Blackpool.

Call in at our cash & carry or visit our web page

The web page is updated weekly with all the latest offers

We also manufacture a large range of latex foam insoles

We are open 8am till 5pm Monday to Friday

Kenyons Footwear has been established for well over 46 years, during which time we have built up a strong reputation for being one of the leading Importers & Exporters for the footwear business.

We specialise in supplying multiples, chain stores, mail order, independents and sole traders, offering an extensive in stock service for all your footwear requirements.

They will be showing their new and exciting Spring/Summer 2010 collection, which has been carefully chosen to offer a winning selection for retailers.

With over 30 years of retail experience they pride themselves on knowing what customers want; great products, great prices and excellent customer service.

Visit William Lamb Footwear in the Louis Room of the Imperial Hotel and see our fabulous Spring Summer 2010 range.

What type of shoes are you looking for? William Lamb Footwear has styles for everyone - whatever you want, we can supply!

GLUV is our premium women's comfort range, stylish comfortable shoes that don't compromise on fashion or quality - the shoes women's feet would choose! GLUV is a High Street favourite, recognised everywhere for its style, comfort and value for money.

Patrick Shoes are the UK 's largest and only Wholesaler specialising in Men's Footwear. We offer a full range from Budget P.U. to all leather mostly imported directly from India. We also have regular clearance lines in both men's & ladies footwear.

Based in Daventry and established for over 40 years.

Ring now on 01327 703841 for our current catalogue and arrange a visit from our representative Or call in to our showroom 8am-5pm Monday to Friday.

Phildon wholesale is a fast fashion supplier of both catwalk and commercial everyday fashion,running with brands "Timeless" and "Sister Moon".

Our "Timeless brand is generally in synthetic and fabrics,covering most fashion areas from ballerinas to 6inch heel platforms.

As far as we are aware, Rosebank is the last remaining manufacturer of traditional vulcanised sole slippers in the Uk. Our Slippers can be bought pre packed or loose to top up your sizes.

We also stock a large range of imported footwear in our cash & carry warehouse, including, shoes, slippers, boots, sandals, wellingtons, and safety boots. Please phone for our latest brochure.

We will showing a Brand New Range KING Safety Footwear for 2010 comprising of the Chukka Boots, Chukka Shoes, Rigger Boots and Safety Trainers.

There will be a Range of Men's Shirts, Ties and Jeans, which is an addition to already successful Clothing Business that we have built in last 2 years. In these tough trading conditions, it is worth to look for additional lines to bring in new customers and serve the existing ones. All our customers at various shows have indicated that the inclusion of additional lines has increased their Business and we have also noticed the same.

Wilfords Shoes are delighted to play their part in the re-launch of the long established Blackpool Show....

They have a long history of sourcing and supplying footwear to the trade and have always supported all major exhibitions over the years, providing excellent style, service and value.

Pure London closed its doors last month with a 9%* rise in visitor numbers making it the highest attended Spring/Summer show ever. The opening day saw attendance up by 11%*, followed by 4.6%* on Monday and 27%* on Tuesday. The mood among retailers and brands at the event was positive, with many saying that they were optimistic about the outlook for Spring/Summer 2010.

The number of buyers who returned to spend more than one day at Pure London increased by a significant 21%* confirming buyers saw real value in visiting. With over 900 brands exhibiting, over 12,000 sqm, including the biggest offering of Accessories and Footwear in the UK; buyers were able to see established brands as well as view over 270 new collections to this Pure London.

A marked increase in new exhibitors and stable buyer figures at fashion trade exhibition Londonedge shows a strengthening in this fashion sector.

Managing director Carole Hunter said: "We have always had a very loyal, core section of buyers who have stuck with the show despite recent hardship in the economy but we now seeing a wider stability in buyer figures and there has been a general feel of optimism at this show." 

Intriguing new collections and proven best sellers combine at Pure London to give retailers the very best selection for Spring/Summer 2010 and short orders for Autumn/Winter 2009. With over £100 million worth of buying done either at the show or as a direct visit, this season's Pure London has attracted an abundance of new and returning brands, as well as new features to offer exclusive inspiration to buyers. 

The De Vere Slaley Hall resort near Hexham in Northumberland provided a first class location for the 64^th Championship, with both courses in excellent condition as the PGA British Seniors Championship was the following week.

At the Banquet on the Thursday night, the Chairman of the LHTBI, William Tusting, and Robert Hollidge from Footwear Friends, were presented with cheques for their respective Charities, and it is hoped that this year, despite the economic downturn that the total for the year will reach £15,000.

On 20^th June 2009, the Prima Solutions Adventure Challenge, supported by Footwear Today, saw teams from across the fashion industry take on a remarkable triple challenge: hiking, biking and canoeing around the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales, whilst raising valuable funds to support the poverty fighting work of CARE International.

On 20th June in Wales' Brecon Beacons National Park, teams from across the fashion industry will challenge themselves and challenge poverty in the Prima Solutions Adventure Challenge supported by Footwear Today. With 3 weeks left to go until the event, it's time to sign up!

The Drapers Footwear Awards bring together the UK and Republic of Ireland's footwear industry to celebrate the best in the business

The event, taking place on 20th June 2009, will see teams taking on a triple challenge amid the stunning scenery of the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. The event incorporates hiking on the beautiful Brecon Beacons Horseshoe, a demanding mountain biking course around Talybont Reservoir and a high-energy canoe relay on Pontsticill Reservoir- in the target time of ten hours.

The Düsseldorf shoe fairs GDS - International Event for Shoes & Accessories - and GLOBAL SHOES - leading trade show for sourcing - drew to a close after three days on March 15 with a positive summary.

The MICAM Shoe Event, the international trade fair dedicated to middle/top-of-the-range footwear, organised by the National Association of Italian Footwear Manufacturers held at the Fiera Milano exhibition centre in Rho from 4th to 7th March ended with a limited drop in the number of accredited visitors, 36,555 in total (-5.7% compared to the same event in 2008).

This year the International Golf Championship of the Shoe Leather and Allied Trades is to take place at Slaley Hall in Northumberland, on June 18th and June 19th. Slaley hall is a De Vere Hotel Complex with excellent facilities for Golf and leisure. 

It's now less than 3 months until teams from across the fashion and fashion retail sectors challenge themselves and challenge poverty in the Prima Solutions Adventure Challenge.

This year the International Golf Championship of the Shoe Leather and Allied Trades is to take place at Slaley Hall in Northumberland, on June 18th and June 19th. Slaley hall is De Vere Hotel Complex with excellent facilities for Golf and leisure.  

The Kensington Event now attracts the middle to top end shoe boutiques and fashion shops from all over the UK and Ireland he Kensington Shoe Event is one of the most important showcases for the finest designers and manufacturers in Europe. Held twice yearly, in March and September, at the Kensington Close Hotel, London W8, the compact show is well worth a visit.

Held at the NEC in Birmingham, the Moda Show introduced retailers to its most diverse and exciting international line up, which included 200 newcomers to the arena, including footwear brands such as Radical Boot, Aigle, Rocket Dog, WLM New Zealand, and Roberto Botella.

This February ‘Team Moshulu' arrived in Birmingham with low expectations - recognising how tough the economy is now, recognising that fluctuations in the exchange rate has meant inevitable price increases, and recognising that retailing in particular has, it appears, been hit hardest of all.

Foot-Sox are disposable try on socks that fit your customer's feet perfectly and offer a hygienic customer service when trying on shoes.  Our New and Improved Foot-Sox are better than ever before,as we're using top grade yarn and they now feature a superbly finished top line giving a better fit and allowing you to offer an even better customer service.  Foot-Sox are well presented in an attractive box. 

Padders have started the year with a clear statement of intent for 2009, once again becoming an award-winning brand and setting out their stall to weather the recession.

Another winning collection from Bobux® & I-Walk® awaited Buyers at Moda footwear. Bobux® Originals, still handmade in New Zealand using only Eco-Leather®, offer fun designs to bring a smile to a baby's face. In addition, Bobux have delivered yet another stylish collection for I-Walk, their Pre and First Walker shoe range. A delicious colour palette of chocolate, navy & pinks, in super-soft Eco-Leather, offers a range that looks great and offers high flexibility for delicate little feet.

The new PSL GEL range was received with a positive reaction at the Moda Spring Fair.  Sales of the ever increasing and expanding range were way above expectations according to Nick Englert Sales Director for Patrick Shoes Ltd. despite being moved from our regular position near the entrance. It seems that retailer's, especially independents who may normally buy better known branded products are looking for a quality product at a sensible price with a good margin for the retailer not just the supplier.

Pure, showing 8,9 10 February 2009, at London Olympia, proved to be a huge success, closing its doors with a 4.25% rise in visitor numbers, bucking the trend in the current economic climate and reflecting an optimistic light on the industry. The show now in its 25th season boasted the largest and most diverse mix of footwear to date. More than 450 footwear and accessory brands, ranging from retro newcomers to returning favourites, with funky streetware brands, designer chic and upper high street glamour. We were there to note the important trends for autumn/winter 2009.

One of the highlights of the upcoming GDS - International Event for Shoes & Accessories, from 13th -15th March 2009, is the 10th edition of Design Attack. The the theme is Queen Alpin, and visitors and exhibitors can experience London as a first-class ski location in the Alps.

The Micam ShoeEvent takes place this season from 4th-7th March at the Milan-Rho trade fair complex, Milan, Italy. The event has rapidly become a "must-see" expedition for buyers and retailers worldwide and, located in the heart of Milan, offers a beautiful and accessible setting to showcase footwear from all parts of the world and all areas of the industry.

Teams from across the Fashion industry are already signing up to challenge themselves and challenge poverty, in the Prima Solutions Adventure Challenge supported by Footwear Today on 20^th June.

Taking place in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales, the challenge combines outdoor activities in a day of exhilarating fun. The day includes a fast-paced canoe relay, a demanding mountain biking course and a hike on the beautiful Brecon Beacons Horseshoe... all in the target time of ten hours.