Trendy style setters now have direct access to Europe’s hottest trends in high fashion rain boots. Awesome Rain Boots.com, the American counterpart of the U.K.’s top selling fashion rain boots company WellieArt, has launched its long awaited online store for U.S. shoppers loaded with dramatically unique funky-style rain boots.With styles like “Tattoo,” “Tossed Skulls,” “Fizzy Pop,” and “Parisian Pups,” Awesome Rain Boots.com’s celebrity choice rain boots turn a drizzly day into a fashion opportunity. (more…)

Shoe lovers in Chicago will soon have the opportunity to meet up-and-coming designer Kathryn Kerrigan of Libertyville, who was named Inc. Magazine’s female entrepreneur under the age of 30. Kathryn will make a special appearance at Alternatives on Michigan Avenue on Saturday, May 10, to introduce her exciting spring/summer 2008 collection and host a trunk show.Motivated by her own struggle to find stylish shoes in size 11, this former Lake Forest College basketball player is changing the footwear landscape for women who wear size Euro 40-46 (US 9-15) by offering fashionable, elegant styles that were previously unavailable. (more…)

The Jelly shoe of the 80s is making a come back. This summer, JuJu Jellies - the original pioneers of the Jelly shoe being reintroduced by several luxury brands. Givenchy, Prada, Marc Jacobs, Gucci and Fendi are all offering Jelly shoes for summer, with the luxury price tag to match. JuJu’s shoes feature fashion and fun, with a retro twist and in a ray of brigths. The latest ranges for the summer include a variety of jellies - all lightweight, flexible and versatile, bringing a modern quirky twist to a retro shoe. Prices for Jelly shoes start from £10and the Wellies are available from £30. The JuJu Jelly shoes are currently stocked at Qube, Sole Trader, Office and Schuh and Selected Topshop. (more…)