Roadisode #19 Blackstone Shoes

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Roadisode #19 Blackstone Shoes

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Aug 30, 2017

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Jasmine grabs a mic and hits the FN Platform show floor to see what brands catch her eye. First stop, Blackstone Shoes where Peter and Susana give her a rundown on current trends and how quality and style set Blackstone Shoes apart from the competition in this, the brand's 25th anniversary year.

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Aug 30, 2017

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Covering the ins and outs of all things footwear, from sneakers to heels, loafers to slippers and every type of shoe in between. Brought to you by the FDRA and FFANY, the footwear industry’s associations focused on retail, trade, politics and fashion…helping create and enhance conversations on all things footwear.

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Roadisode #19 Blackstone Shoes

Roadisode #19 Blackstone Shoes

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