23-MAR-2008

JOSEF SEIBEL - STEP INTO SPRING 2008
Josef Seibel are one of Europe's longest established shoe manufacturers. Built to the highest quality, Seibel shoes offer the highest level of comfort for all day, everyday wear. Extensive, stylish ranges of shoes, boots and clogs for women and men are available through our retail partners across the UK and Ireland, take a closer look and discover the home of style with comfort.
Josef Seibel - Style with Comfort
Josef Seibel Shoes £49.99 Free DeliveryJosef Seibel Sandals £49.99 Free DeliveryJosef Seibel £49.99 Free Delivery


23-FEB-2008

TIMBERLAND - WHAT'S NEW SPRING / SUMMER 2008

Barefoot is priority. Socks, an option. But sometimes you have to give in and wear shoes. So we made ours lightweight, flexible and comfortable as possible. In soft, foot-friendly materials, like organic water-repellent canvas. Some even contain recycled components, so they're easy on your feet and easier on the planet. This is a collection inspired by the earth and tested in the outdoors. Made with Timberland craftmanship - and a conscience.

Timberland - Make it better
Timberland Shoes £85.00 Free DeliveryTimberland Shoes £80.00 Free DeliveryTimberland Shoes £85.00 Free Delivery


19-FEB-2008

SHOESDIRECT TEAMS UP WITH AMAZON.CO.UK

Shoesdirect have just been selected to work alongside the worlds largest online store
We are delighted to be working with Amazon and firmly believe that the relationship will enhance the services and products we can offer our customers.
To see our Amazon Shop, please click here.


2-FEB-2008

SPRING 2008 - NEW STYLES BEING ADDED
We are currently updating our website for the new season.

Please come back shortly to see our latest collection of branded shoes for all the family.


12-JAN-2008

MASSIVE WAREHOUSE SALE - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

SATURDAY 16th FEBRUARY 2008 / SUNDAY 17th FEBRUARY 2008.

We will be holding another one of our popular SHOE SALES this weekend at our warehouse in MALDON, ESSEX. We are located close to Morrisions Supermarket with plenty of FREE parking.
Click Here for a Map

Our warehouse will be open from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 16th February and Sunday 17th February, we will be offering hundreds of Mens and Ladies branded shoes at discount prices.

These events are held every 2 months, allowing our customers the chance to purchase our Internet Returns - all shoes are in original packaging and unworn condition.

GOOD SHOES AT GOOD PRICES


25-SEP-2007

MODERN ESSENTIALS FOR AUTUMN FROM CLARKS
Elegant basics and classis styling make it time to invest in a capsule wardrobe, filled with deep, rich colours, luxurious fabrics and simple detailing.

Purple and berry tones are key and there will be a shade and style to tempt everyone, from embellished silk tunics to rich aubergine leathers on platform Shoes and boots

Make the transition into autumn with silk dresses in softly voluminous shapes or flattering empire cuts. For all day elegance, a tailored shift dress with simple button detailing will glide effortlessly from office to dinner when worn with Clarks Apple Snow. Take these early purchases through to the coldest days with ribbed black tights. High waisted trousers in wide legged styles, will look ultra sophisticated and flattering worn with a silk blouse or crisp white shirt.

Patent bags, shoes and belts in deep red and classic black will add the finishing touch.

When the temperature plummets a luxurious wool cape, ankle boots and slim trousers, will be perfect for making an entrance at Christmas parties or just keeping warm on a cold winters walk to work.


11-AUG-2007

BACK TO SCHOOL WITH START-RITE SHOES

Start-rite is one of the world's leading brands in premium children's fitted footwear. Recognised in more than 35 countries for superior quality, style and fit, Start-rite has been entrusted by generations of parents to care for children's feet.

Start-rite offers stylish fitted footwear from pre-walkers to sporty casuals and smart school wear, as well as timeless Englih Classics.

This Autumn 2007 sees Shoesdirect increasing their collection of Start-rite shoes.

Avoid the queues order you START-RITE SHOES online today


29-MAY-2007

FREE ECCO BEACH BAG WITH EVERY PAIR OF LADIES SHOES OR SANDALS

Don't miss out on the free Ecco Summer Beach Bag promotion. Whilst stocks last, every customer ordering a pair of Ecco shoes will receive a free Ecco Summer Beach Bag.


25-APR-2007

ECCO Named Official Partner to the Challenge Tour
Renowned Danish shoemaker ECCO has been named an Official Partner to the 2007 European Challenge Tour.

ECCO golf shoes are widely regarded as one of the golf equipment market’s highest quality products and are worn by scores of top professionals worldwide, including staff players Thomas Björn, John Bickerton and Steven Jeppesen – all of whom established themselves on The European Tour through Challenge Tour success.

We will shortly be showing the lastest collection of Ecco golf shoes online


28-MAR-2007

Simple Shoes
SIMPLE SHOES - A nice little shoe company
During the next few weeks we will be launching a range "Eco Friendly Footwear", including a great colection from Simple Shoes

A little bit of "Simple" History
With all the over-built, over-hyped products out there, its pretty hard to find comfortable shoes that you can live with. So we started Simple, your stereotypical, anti-stereotype brand offering good shoes and a big dose of reality. About a gazillion pairs later... give or take a few... weve managed to learn a few things. Well, actually a lot of things. And none more important than this: HOW we make our shoes is just as important as WHY we make them. That means finding more sustainable ways of doing business so we can make a gazillion more. Which pretty much is where we are today... at the crossroads of here and now, aware of our responsibility to the planet while trying to pay the bills. The nice little shoe company getting in touch with its inner hippie.

Shoesdirect will be working closely with "Simple" to bring a collection of Planet-Friendly shoes.



23-MAR-2007

CLARKS SHOES - AS SEEN ON T.V

We're expecting to be "FLAT OUT" with this new range of shoes from Clarks, don't miss out!

Clarks Coco Creme £39.99Clarks Coco Creme £39.99Clarks Danube £34.99


12-MAR-2007

KEEN SHOES - NOW AVAILABLE

What started out as a protective sandal inspired by a world-class sailor has evolved into a line of waterproof performance sandals for both the true adventurer and the urban outdoorsman.
Keen shoes and sandals are built with definitive design details such as patented toe guards, anatomical footbeds and quick release drawstring closures. Keen shoes and sandals are rugged yet comfortable, functional yet freeing, protective yet stylish.

Designed for action, engineered to perform, Keen sandals provide protection, functionality, and freedom.


22-FEB-2007

ASICS RUNNING SHOES GO LIVE

Asics are now available! It's taken a little while to secure the products, but we're delighted that we can now offer these fantastic running shoes.

We've also added the mens and ladies Spring/Summer Clarks and K styles, so get your feet into these early bird releases!


13-FEB-2007

VAN DAL SPRING 2007 SHOES AND SANDAL NOW AVAILABLE

We are pleased to announce that we have now updated our website to include the latest Shoes and Sandals from Van Dal.

Over the course of the next few days we will be adding the new collections from Clarks, K Shoes, Merrell, Rockport and many more.

Please continue to watch our news pages for more exciting information, or register on our mailing list for the latest information.


8-FEB-2007

EL NATURLISATA SHOES AND SANDALS - JUST ADDED

El Naturalista Shoes [The Naturalist] originates from La Rioja (Spain), a fertile, prosperous land known for its artisan shoe makers since ancient times. They know their trade, their quality and how to strike a healthy balance between tradition and modernity. Their shoes, however, are meant to be universal. At El Naturalista they reputedly speak the language of plants, animals, water and stones.
The name El Naturalista expresses a different way of thinking and acting. Being a "naturalist" entails respect for a rich, profound philosophy that lays its trust in life and attributes everything to Nature as a primeval driving force.
The El Naturalista symbol, the frog, represents a land made fertile by water and it is meant to embody simple, worldly pleasures. In psychoanalytic theory, this animal, as an oneiric being, has a very positive connotation: agile and lively, it suggests adaptability and dynamism. The frog represents the permanent struggle against stagnation and shows the non-conforming nature of those who never shrink before difficulties.

Set to be a key brand for the U.K in Spring 2007


El Naturlista Shoes for Spring 2007 El Naturlista Shoes for Spring 2007




1-FEB-2007

ASICS RUNNING SHOES BEING ADDED

We are currently updating our website to include a collection of running shoes from Asics - Just in time to help shake off those extra pounds put on over Christmas.

Please come back soon to see the new styles and colours.

Thank You


5-JAN-2007

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS

May we take this opportunity to wish all our customers a Happy New Year.



20-NOV-2006

SPECIAL INTERNET PRICE LAUNCH

In order to continually offer our customers excellent value for money on their footwear purchases we have starting running promotions on our collection of shoes and boots.

Look out for the products labelled "SPECIAL INTERNET PRICE" - You could be saving upto 30% off normal high street prices.

These promotions will run for a couple of weeks and will be subject to the availabilty of stock - Don't miss your chance to bag a bargain !


16-NOV-2006

MASSIVE WAREHOUSE SALE - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

SATURDAY 18th NOVEMBER / SUNDAY 19th NOVEMBER.

We will be holding another one of our popular SHOE SALES this weekend at our warehouse in MALDON, ESSEX. We are located close to Morrisions Supermarket with plenty of FREE parking.
Click Here for a Map

Our warehouse will be open from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 18th November and Sunday 19th November, we will be offering hundreds of Mens and Ladies branded shoes at discount prices.

These events are held every 2 months, allowing our customers the chance to purchase our Internet Returns - all shoes are in original packaging and unworn condition.

GOOD SHOES AT GOOD PRICES


6-NOV-2006



HEELYS - COMING SOON

This week will see the arrival of the latest range of Heelys, Ensure you place your order earlier to avoid disappointment.

What are Heelys? Shoes that roll! These one of a kind, powerful, lightweight athletic shoes feature a single, stealth wheel housed in the heel, allowing athletes of all skill levels to walk, run and transition to a roll at any moment. Roll into all situations, or simply remove the wheel and transform your Heelys into a pair of fashionable street shoes!




26-OCT-2006

PRIMIGI CHILDRENS SHOES AND BOOTS - NOW IN

Unmistakable style

There can be no doubt as to the design content of Primigi children's shoes: a taste for detail that is typically Italian, a passion for beautiful materials and an accurate research aimed at satisfying the practical requirements of today's children. Each model is fruit of a great tradition combined with international fashion trends. More important still, these models derive from a capacity to reinterpret fashion, styles and colours with the eyes, spontaneity and imagination of modern children.


10-OCT-2006



BRASHER SHOES - COMING SOON

Brasher pride themselves in delivering real performance products with outstanding levels of comfort.

For November we will be offering the latest collection of products from the AT:20 Adventure Travel range, offering lightweight, comfortable Mid Cut Boots and Shoes.

AT:20 Adventure Travel: Meeting the demand for flexible footwear for the growing trend in Adventure holidays, AT:20 has lead the way in versatile, functional footwear which is comfortable enough to wear around the airport but rugged enough to take on the trail. Designed with performance in mind, they are built on a unique foot formed last and use new fabric technologies to appeal to a broad range of customers.




6-SEP-2006

NEW BOOTS COLLECTION

We have now added the latest collection from FLY LONDON.

Fly London shoes are the footwear of universal youth fashion culture. They are designed to meet the needs of youth for fashion, comfort and style.

Fly London styling takes its influences from youth culture and a fusion of music and street fashion. Their unique and uncompromising design, season to season, keep Fly London at the cutting edge of shoe fashion.

As "following fashion" takes on a light of superficiality, the influence is more on an individual research of details from different sources creating a stronger identity.

Donna


31-AUG-2006

NEW AUTUMN 06 ARRIVALS

This week we have been busy updating our online store in preparation for the Autumn Season. New boots and shoes have been added to Clarks, Van Dal, Ecco and Fly London.


14-AUG-2006



We are delighted to confirm that we will shortly be adding the Keen range of Mens and Ladies Shoes.

Coming Soon


11-AUG-2006

Get Fashion Sorted this Season with Fly London.

I am now delighted to announce that the new Fly London shoes and boots for this Autumn/Winter are now showing on our website. These fabulous shoes are set to make a big impact this year with the wonderful, unique style that Fly London are known for.

With the weather slowly changing from the glorious sunshine we had been experiencing, to the weather Britain is famous for, rain, it is the perfect time to purchase these spectacular shoes and boots!

An instant hit with everyone here has been the gorgeous Feel shoe. With its sleek design and its compatibility with anything from Jeans to Skirts and dresses, I am sure this will be a hit this season.

The men’s shoes are just as impressive with my personal favourite having to be the Chek shoe. With shoes like these, you guys will be sorted for fashion this season!

With new additions arriving all time make sure you don’t miss out by subscribing to our Newsletter which keeps you up to date on all our brands as well as Special Offers and Promotions.

Fly London Feel Fly London Chek

Have a good weekend!

Donna


3-AUG-2006

BACK TO SCHOOL.....Easy as Abc

At Shoesdirect we are launching a Back to School collection of footwear, our range of school shoes will include Clarks, Startrite, Ecco and Buckle My Shoe, all in whole and half sizes, as well as width fittings.

Our objective is to offer you the widest collection of School Shoes available on the High Street, all from the comfort of shopping from home.

I'm sure many parents will be aware of the pressures that high street shops come under at this busy time. Perhaps your left queuing for 30 minutes only to find that the shoes you have selected are out of stock, or not available in your childs size!

Please remember that we offer a "No Quibble Money Back Guarantee" , therefore if for some reason the shoes are not suitable and returned unworn we will gladly refund your money.

If you require any advise on fitting please call one of our Fitting Adviors on 0870 382 5023 - open 7 days a week.

Donna


27-Jun-2006

WALKING SHOES AND BOOTS - Now Added

This week sees an additional collection of footwear being added to our store, specifically targetting the Ramblers amongst you.
Walking Shoes and Boots are available from leading brands including Merrell, Ecco and Hitec. Shortly we will be extending the offering to include Bridgedale Socks, voted "Best Walking Sock" by the readers of Walk Magazine.

Whether you're an old hand or a complete beginner, we can help you get the best out of walking.


23-Jun-2006

CLARKS

We still have a backlog of orders and are trying to despatch as many pairs of shoes as we can. Please accept our apologies for the delay you may be experiencing.
We have started to receive new stock in and are hoping to resume normal practice in a couple of weeks but due to the build up of orders this may take slightly longer.

Mandie


16-Jun-2006

SMITH AND CANOVA

We have now added Smith and Canova handbags to the website. These are beautiful quality leather handbags and we will be extending the range in the next couple of weeks. Make sure you purchase yours now while our 'Special Promotion' is on.


POETIC lICENCE

Poetic Licence is another newcomer to the site, watch out for the Autumn/Winter collection which will be arriving in the coming months.


9-Jun-2006

J SHOES - LET THE JOURNEY BEGIN

I have been told that I don't do enough news on men's footwear. If I am to be perfectly honest, I do find it hard to get excited about men's shoes but, having met with Russell from J Shoes and seeing a preview of the A/W styles I can only say that these shoes are gorgeous!

J Shoes originally started off as solely a men's brand in 1996 and it wasn't until 2000 that they launched their first women's collection.

J Shoes manage to offer style and quality with an edge, they are quirky without being too outlandish which will make them more appealing to a wider age range.
You don't have to take my word for it, Lemar, Kaiser Chiefs, Embrace and Bez are just a few of the celebrities who wear this fabulous brand.

Look out for J Shoes they will be arriving shortly, better still subscribe to our Newsletter and be the first to find out.

Oh...did I mention we will also be stocking the women's as well...maybe I had better leave that for another day!

Mandie


CLARKS UPDATE

From Monday the 12th of June we will have more information on the progress of orders and will be notifying customers of some of the styles which we may not be able to supply as well as expected delivery dates for others.


26-May-2006

CLARKS CLOSURE

Due to circumstances beyond our control we are still unable to order Clarks shoes, this means we do have a limited stock.
We did anticipate that their ordering service would be back to normal working order this week but unfortunately there is going to be a further delay.
We would like to apologise to all of our customers for any inconvenience caused and as soon as we receive any news we will post it on this page.

Mandie


25-May-2006

RIVA BALLET PUMPS

If you haven't already bought a pair of ballet pumps (shame on you) don't worry, as of next week we will be adding Riva to our increasing list of brands.
They do make the ultimate ballet pumps in a myriad of colours and in the softest of leathers. We will be starting our collection with the black leather pumps and hope to develop our range later in the year.

Mandie


19-May-2006

MERRELL AWARD

We would like to say a very big Congratulations to everyone at Merrell (especially Zoe and Shelly who work very closely with us) who won Brand of the Year at Drapers Footwear Awards 2006.
They make fantastic shoes as you are all well aware and well deserve this award.

Mandie


20-04-2006

MARATHON RUNNERS

Now the sun has decided to peek out through the clouds we are all more conscious of the fact that soon we will be ditching the layers and wearing fewer clothes, which is probably why there seems to be more people out excercising at the moment.

If the keep fit bug has captured you now is the time to purchase your Merrell trainers. They came out tops in two of the surveys polled by WHICH Magazine; the Chameleon II Gore-Tex XCR was voted the best low cut walking shoe/boot and the Chameleon II Gore-Tex Mid the best mid cut. The Waterpro Ultra Sport has also recently been featured in Zest magazine.

Merrell Chameleon Gore Tex XCR

So in keeping with this fitness trend I have decided to wear my Merrell trainers to London on Sunday to cheer on the 'London Marathon' runners - well it's as close to keeping fit as I am going to get!!

The Shoesdirect team would also like to take this opportunity to wish all the runners good luck and a special mention to my friend Phillip Ashley who is running for Little Havens.

Mandie


8-Apr-2006

SPRING FEVER

At last, it finally looks as though spring has sprung, how refreshing to hear the birds chirping and to see the blossom on the trees.
Now is a great time to start thinking about packing away those boots and tights and to start your new season wardrobe and we have sandals galore. We like to think that we cater for everyone so I am sure that you will find the perfect summer shoes.

SCHOLL

The new Scholl range is very up to the minute. The Big Buck is a great wedge in brown leather and will compliment any outfit. As well as the more traditional styles they have also included some very funky designs. One of the showstoppers is the Tigress, this has the traditional Scholl style but with a heel. The shoe is made of ponyskin with diamantes inserted in the buckle - very 'Footballers Wives'. Not only will you be looking good they are also proven to tone leg muscle by up to 30%!!!

Scholl Big BuckScholl TigressScholl Acapulco

MERRELL

We have also launched the Merrell childrens range for the first time. This is a very popular brand and we hope you like these as much as we do.

Merrell Kids Chameleon WebMerrell Kids Reactor Sandal

ECCO

Ecco's S/S range for children is now available to purchase online.
This Danish company not only design shoes that are light and comfortable but they also let the feet breathe. Ideal for children especially during the hotter months.

Next week sees the arrival of the Clarks childrens S/S range and also Pom D'Api.

Don't forget to subscribe to our Newsletter which keeps you up to date on all our brands as well as Special Offers and Promotions.

Mandie


24-Mar-2006

THE BIG MOVE

After months of planning and building work, Shoesdirect finally moved last weekend. This week has been spent settling into our new offices and finding our way around the warehouse.

We are just learning the new telephone system and have had a couple of hiccups with the site but please bear with us, we are hoping to be back to normal next week, in fact we should be bringing you an even better service than before as this will now allow us to hold greater stock levels of all your favourite brands.




17-Mar-2006

A recent survey has revealed tht the average woman spends nearly £80,000, on shoes in her lifetime. After seeing our new range of Miss Sixty shoes I have come to the conclusion that my spending is going to way exceed that, but then, hey, who wants to be average?
Our Miss Sixty range has something for everyone from killer heels to everyday flip flops, I dare you to resist.

Miss Sixty Sensitive ShoeMiss Sixty Sensitive ShoeMiss Sixty Vix Shoe

ROCKPORT
We also have something for the men, the new Rockport range is now available.
One of the concepts are 'Rockport Washables', these shoes really can be washed in the washing machine time and time again, it's like having renewable footwear! The washables incorporate styles from classic boat shoes to contemporary driving mocccasins, great shoes and a great concept.

Rockport Fast ApproachRockport Ebb Tide


10-Mar-2006

KangaROOS

We will soon be launching KangaROOS to our growing list of brands.
These are great shoes with a real sporty feel, the range is fantastic and you are bound to spot their new advertising campaign for Spring/Summer 06 featuring Nikki Sanderson (Candice from Coronation Street).


LOAKE

The new Loake range is now available on the site and you will not be disappointed, although known for more traditional shoes some of the new styles do have a cutting edge to them. I especially like the Trapper which is a suede distressed Chukka boot.

Loake Trapper BootLoake NorwichLoake Slider Boot


3-MAR-2006

GRENSON SHOES

The kind people at Grenson invited some of the Shoesdirect team up to their factory in Northamptonshire this week to show us around, to say that it was an eye opener would be an understatement. We were blown away by the work that goes into each individual pair of Grenson shoes. Each pair is hand made with the whole process from start to finish taking 6 weeks!!!
We were shown every part of the shoe making process from the leather room onto where the shoes are boxed up ready to be sent out. These really are skilled craftsmen and it does make you appreciate how much work goes into one pair of shoes.
We would like to thank Alan and everyone at Grenson for taking the time to show us around.

Mandie


15-Feb-2006

HUNTER WELLIES

Having had the pleasure of meeting with the charming Patrick Duwernell and Nicole Dunlop of the Hunter Rubber Company last week, I was quite surprised of the history and the workmanship which goes into a pair of Hunter wellies.

Hunter have been making rubber boots in Scotland since 1856. Originally part of the North British Rubber Company, the rubber boot was produced in limited numbers. That is, until the start of World War I, where they were called upon to make a sturdy boot for the trenches, in fact 1,185,036 pairs were made. Again the company was called upon during the Second World War, not only for wellingtons but also gas masks, ground sheets and other rubber products.
The North British Rubber Company continued to prosper after the war and introduced the green Hunter and Royal Hunter Wellingtons during the winter of 1954/55.
In 1966 the North British Rubber Company became Uniroyal Limited and after being bought out a couple of times, in 2004 the management of Hunter bought the footwear side of the business and it is now a freestanding independent company.

Each individual pair is crafted by hand which guarantees the highest standard of finish and workmanship.
For both work and play Hunters aren't just a wellington they are a lifestyle statement.
Hunter WelliesHunter WelliesHunter Wellies

Mandie


10-Feb-2006

CONVERSE ALL STAR

The Converse All Star basketball trainer was first endorsed in 1923 by Chuck Taylor, a basketball player who joined the Converse Rubber Corporation sales team in 1921 and recognised the potential of the All Star.
Very little of the All Star has altered since then, although originally only available in black the colour range certainly has.
This American classic has been going strong for over 70 years and is sold in 90 countries around the globe. The Converse All Star still hasn't lost its appeal and is one of the most sought after brands available.
We will have our Spring/Summer range available over the next couple weeks, to make sure you don't miss out subscribe to our Mailing List.


25-Jan-2006

PUT THE SPRING BACK INTO YOUR STEP

This is an exciting time of year for us as we are just beginning to see the arrival of the Spring/Summer '06 styles and after months of looking at boots we are looking forward to slipping our feet into some gorgeous sandals.

We have just updated the Clarks range for women and have been really blown away by some of the new styles. There really is something for everyone from heels to flats to wedges, you really will be spoilt for choice. In particular I have my eyes on Cruz which is a beautiful satin evening shoe in either pale pink or black.
The mens and childrens will be following shortly.

BIRKENSTOCK
You will be walking in comfort this Spring/Summer with Birkenstock's original contoured footbed. The sandal's flexible arch is supposed to mirror the shape of the foot thus distributing the weight evenly. This German brand really has grown in popularity over the past few years and their shoes can be seen on many celebrities.
We have added a new style into our range, Arizona, this famous two strap sandal is now celebrating its 30th anniversary. We have also introduced the Madrid in silver, which will look great with a tan.

VAN DAL
This great classic brand specialises in comfortable stylish footwear for ladies and you will not be disappointed with the new range which is now available online.

LOTUS
A brand which is new to our site and also has a lot to offer is Lotus. Lotus is believed to be the oldest footwear brand having been established in 1759. Based in Northampton where it has had a continuous link for 170 years the business now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of the Jacobson group.


You will notice an influx of new styles and some new brands coming through over the next few weeks but we will keep you updated.
Anyway I'm just off to have a pedicure!!

Mandie


11-Jan-2006

GRENSON SHOES

With fine tailoring being a big influence on the catwalk for both men and women this Spring/Summer, a stylish pair of Grenson shoes is just what you need to finish the look.
The Green family founded Grenson in 1913 and this Northamptonshire Company have now been making shoes for 140 years. Made from the finest leathers and still using traditional shoemaking methods these shoes really are in a class of their own. Now with the help from a collaboration with Tim Little they are moving towards a more modern context without losing any of the original qualities.

Grenson as featured in GQ Magazine January 2006


22-Dec-2005

NEW YEAR AHEAD

We have had a very busy year here at Shoesdirect and are now looking forward to progressing even further. Our major confirmation for the New Year ahead involves moving to a bigger warehouse/offices, this will enable us to hold more stock which will mean less delay for you!
We are hoping to be fully installed by the end of January 2006.

We are also very excited to confirm the new brands that we have joining us, this includes, Miss Sixty, and Dunlop amongst others. January/February will see the launch of the new Spring/Summer styles from all our favourites such as Clarks, Van Dal and the newer brands such as Fly London.

Also new onto the site we have added a section dedicated to safety footwear which we have a had a lot of requests for.
This includes steel toe capped and rigger boots by some of the best known brands in this field, such as, Magnum, Timberland Pro, Dr Martens and Grafters.

Hunter wellingtons have proved to be one of the most popular of our new brands, and I know there are going to be a lot of happy people unwrapping a pair this Christmas. I just hope they enjoy splashing about in them as much as I do!

All the Shoesdirect team would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our customers a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I will be back in a couple of weeks to keep you updated on all our happenings.

Mandie


16-Dec-2005

DUNLOP GREEN FLASH

We are delighted to inform you that the Dunlop range is going to be available for you to buy online, from Early Jan 2007.

We will be offering an extensive collection of Mens and Ladies Dunlop Trainers and Shoes, all at competitive prices.

In the world of fashion and sport few styles bear the test of time, even fewer survive to become design icons. Details Greenflash lays claim to both. It can trace its perigree back to the 1870s and the invention of the very first plimsoll. Dunlop has sold over 25 million pairs of Green Flash 1555 plimsolls - making them one of the biggest sellers of any shoes ever.
Now - Relive the Legend and step into dunlop today.

Just one of the exciting brands we shall be adding to our collection for Spring 2006


9-DEC-2005

CLARKS by OLIVER SWEENEY

Tuesday 13th December will see the launch of an exciting range of mens shoes designed by Oliver Sweeney, one of the most successful British designers.

We are expecting these to be extremely popular, please ensure you place your orders early.


8-Dec-2005

SAY 'I DO' IN RAINBOW SHOES

We have just released the new range of Rainbow Club Wedding Shoes onto our site, just in time for all those spring weddings.

Vogue has declared that fairytale weddings are back and we think Rainbow Club will have the pair you are looking for, so if you are getting married on a beach in Barbados or a traditional church we will have the right shoes to compliment the location.

We have a large selection to choose from and whether embellished with hand sewn beads, swarovski crystals or classic plain satin, we are sure you will find the perfect shoes for your perfect day.

Rainbow Club AnouskaRainbow Club Madison
Mandie


16-Nov-2005

NEW PREMISES

Work on our new premises is speeding along and we are all looking forward to getting installed in our new offices/warehouse early in 2006.
Once settled in, we will not only have a larger stock of current ranges but will also be looking to extend the number of brands on offer. If you have a favourite brand which we don't stock, please feel free to make a suggestion to one of our friendly and helpful customer services team.

Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter which has updates as well as special offers.

Mandie


11-Nov-2005

CHRISTMAS ALL WRAPPED UP

At last... the Bombay Duck range will be flying onto the shoesdirect website within the next two weeks.
We really are going to take the pressure off your Christmas shopping with these quirky, girly gifts (most of them shoe inspired), in fact they are so nice you wont want to give them away.
We will also be offering a gift wrapping service and for the real shoe lover, instead of the traditional stocking why not let us fill a clear shoe box with a range of gifts of your choice. We will have numerous presents for you to choose from including, money boxes, key rings and a great little idea called a shoe scent. These are small shoe shaped scented pouches to put in your shoes !! So don't forget to keep watching the site for all your Christmas needs.

Mandie


1-Nov-2005

LIFE AND SOLE OF THE PARTY

With the party season fast approaching, now is the time to start thinking about what you are going to wear.
Clark's have some great evening shoes that will add a touch of glamour to any outfit whether it be a little black dress or skinny jeans. Our particular favourites are the Alamo, Shardana and Sharna.
Clarks Alamo £39.99Clarks Shardana £34.99Clarks Sharna £34.99

So make sure you put a twinkle in your toes this winter.

We have now introduced a new sale section onto our site. This is a great opportunity for you to catch some quality bargains all year round. Don't forget to keep looking as we will be updating it on a regular basis.

Have a great Bonfire Night.

Mandie


21-Oct-2005

POLISH UP YOUR ACT

We are now stocking a vast range of Dasco shoe care on site.
A great way to care for your new footwear is to use shoe trees, these help to keep them in perfect condition, the beechwood absorbs any excess moisture whilst keeping shoes in shape. This is also the best time to polish shoes because they are being pushed into shape it stops the excess polish clogging in the creases.
We also have a range of insoles in either leather or towelling, these can be used as a fitting aid or just for comfort. As well as shoe creams, polishes, guard spray and brushes for both suede and leather. You would be surprised by what a difference a good polish can do to a tired pair of shoes. The Dasco shoe valet boxes are also great gift ideas.

If you can't see what you are looking for or are unsure of which product to use please send us an email and we will be happy to help.


GEOX

We now have the Geox children's range available on site. The Geox group are known for their breathable soles which helps eliminate sweaty feet.
The perforated rubber sole contains a special membrane that absorbs and expels sweat without letting water in. So not only will you love the look of these great Italian shoes but you will also know that your childrens feet are comfortable.

Geox Swing £35.00Geox Pride £40.00

Mandie


12-OCT-2005

POSITIVELY SOCKING

Any day now we will be launching our Sock Shop collection, we will be starting this with the "Men's Essential Range". This will include classic ribs and colours, trainer socks and for the more adventurous, socks in bold hues.
We hope to follow this with the ladies hosiery range. With coloured tights shown on the catwalks for A/W 05 they really added a bit of impact to this seasons dark colours.

CITY SLICKERS

It's Loake's 25th Anniversary. This classic footwear brand began in 1880 when three brothers opened a factory in Northamptonshire. Loakes attention to detail and quality has never wavered and it is still one of the best mens footwear brands available. One of the most popular styles at the moment is Burford which has recently been seen in Esquire magazine.


10-OCT-2005

LATEST NEWS - SHOESDIRECT NEW 4,000 Sq Ft WAREHOUSE



We can confirm that Shoesdirect will be moving to much larger premises for January 2006. Our new premises will allow us to offer our customers an even bigger selection of branded footwear. Check back soon for further information.


4-OCT-2005

MID ESSEX BUSINESS AWARDS

It was the Mid Essex Business Awards 2005 on Friday 23rd September. Some of the Shoesdirect team got dressed up and went along. It was a well organised event and we all had a great time. Sadly we didn't win our category which was 'Growing Business of the Year', but we are very proud that we got down to the final six...fingers crossed for next year.

We would like to thank our customers for all the positive feedback we have had since adding children's shoes to the website. This is proving to be very popular and we have some more great brands coming soon, namely, Geox, Merrell and Converse, so keep looking as our site is continually being updated.


26-SEP-2005

CLARKS TEAM UP WITH OLIVER SWEENEY

During November 2005, Clarks will be launching an exciting range of mens shoes designed by Oliver Sweeney, one of the most successful British designers.

Over the years, the designer has developed a growing celebrity following who love wearing his shoes. His celebrity customers span an incredibly mixed range, from Aussie Olympic Gold medallist Swimmer Ian Thorpe to soccer star David Beckham. The extensive list of customers also includes Brad Pitt, Michael Owen, Prince Naseem, Will Smith, Trevor Nelson, Noel Gallagher, Paul Weller, and many more.

We are pleased to confirm that we will be making this available online.


21-SEP-2005

CONVERSE ALL STAR

Today we have launched our Converse All Star range for both men and women, this American classic never goes out of fashion and looks great whatever the season. We are loving the All Star Hi, Pink Canvas and for the men in our lives the All Star Hi, Navy Canvas. We are sure these are going to be a winner.

Converse All Star Pink £35 - Free DeliveryConverse All Star Navy £35 - Free Delivery

As predicted the Hunter wellies are flying off the shelves, these are ideal for brightening up a dull day. You won't be able to resist making a splash in these !

Mandie


13-SEP-2005

BOMBAY DUCK

Not that I want to scare anyone but I always start my Christmas shopping about this time of year, (nothing worse than panicking at the last minute), and we have got the perfect gifts for the shoe-aholic. In the next few weeks we are introducing Bombay Duck to our list of brands and they have a fabulous gift range, from the quirky 'shoe fund' money boxes to beautiful satin shoe bags. This is a great girly brand and should relieve a lot of boyfriend's who need a bit of inspiration, (and let's face it when it comes to buying presents most of them do), and women looking for that special gift.

MISS SIXTY

We are also really excited by the arrival of yet another great brand.....Miss Sixty is coming to shoesdirect. This sassy Italian brand moved into footwear Spring/Summer 2001 and is getting stronger and stronger. Miss Sixty has up to the minute footwear which ranges from sexy to sporty and we will be launching the Spring/Summer 06 range which we think is their strongest collection to date, so buy your Bombay Duck 'shoe fund' money boxes and start saving.
Happy Shopping

Mandie


6-Sep-2005

SOMETHING FOR THE MEN

We have found that some companies are introducing a more sporty sole to their mens footwear range, a good example of this being Clark's Flex Firm and Flex Leader. Although the shoe looks very smart the sole is more flexible and we are getting some good responses about this. We are also finding the Clark's Meyer to be very popular, this is a casual lace up but has the advantage of Gortex waterproofing. For this kind of footwear it is very fashionable and comes in a lovely tan colour, ideal with jeans.

Clarks Flex Firm £49.99Clarks Flex Leader £49.99Clarks Meyer £59.99

At last we have finally got our Tabitha (they were called Orca) brand on the site. How could anyone resist these gorgeous leather bags. The Lost Weekend is just the right size and as the name says, ideal for a weekend away. Although the Go Less Lightly in gold metalic would be ideal for a sleepover!!

Tabitha Lost Weekend Green £210.00Tabitha Go Less Lightly Gold Metallic £165.00

It is finally the end of 'BoHo' and we can finally shimmy into something a little more womanly, pencil skirts and cinched in waists are the order of the day. Team this look with sexy heels, Clark's Dupiaza and Bahama being prime examples.

Mandie


To see our Mens Collection of Clarks shoes, please click here.


30-AUG-2005

VICTORIAN ROCKS

The Victorian style is one of the key looks this Autumn/Winter '05 and if you can't afford the big designers like Burberry Prorsum or Chloe then we suggest you look no further than Clarks. They have captured this look with their Neutron boot which we predict will be flying off the shelf. This knee length lace up boot will look fabulous teamed with the new skinny jeans and a lace blouse.

Clarks Neutron Tan Leather £74.99

Our accessories pages are being updated this week so look out for our new Billy Bags, Orca and more, you will be able to order your belts, bags and shoes all in one go. Shopping couldn't be easier.

Our Childrens range of shoes is increasing as well with the arrival of Pom D'Api which you should be able to buy online from next week.

Mandie


To see our Ladies Collection of Clarks shoes, please click here.


17-AUG-2005

BAGS...BAGS...BAGS


We have some exciting new bags coming to our site including Orca Bags, Billy Bags and the Healthy Back Bag.

Metallic is one of the key looks this Autumn/Winter and Orca have a great range of leather bags incorporating this, including the ‘Treasure Bag’ which is one of the most popular. Also in this great designer range we have the ‘Butterfly’ make-up bag, this is going to make your friends green with envy especially when it is pulled out of the gold metallic ‘Dolly’ – this bag is definitely going on our wish list !!

We are delighted to be stocking the Billy Bag range of bags. These were first launched in Harrods A/W 1999 and are still proving to be very popular.

Billy Bag, Errin,Green £175.00 Billy Bag, Annette,Blue £205.00 Billy Bag,Errin,Pink £175.00

For the more health conscience the Healthy Back Bag is a revolutionary concept. Not only do they promote a healthy back they come in very stylish leather in a variety of colours.


Keep looking at our site for these and even more bags coming your way…...

Mandie


15-AUG-2005

CLARK'S CHILDRENS SHOES NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

We are pleased to announce the launch of our range of Clarks childrens shoes. Our collection offers a wide selection of styles including, school shoes, fashion boots and trainers. All available in whole, half sizes and width fittings.
All Clarks shoes are made using natural materials like breathable leather to keep little feet cool and comfortable. The shoes are made with special lasts that follow the shape of kids' feet. And we know how hard kids can be on their shoes, which is why Clarks are built to withstand almost anything kids can put them through.
Kids' feet continue to grow until around the age of 18. That's why all Clarks children's shoes are made with plenty of growth room built in.

Please continue to check our site for weekly updates.

Thank you
Mandie
To see our Childrens Collection, please click here.


28-JUL-2005

HUNTER WELLINGTON BOOTS NOW AVAILABLE

Today sees the introduction of the new Men's and Ladies collection of Hunter wellington boots. These can now be bought online, with FREE UK Delivery.

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Hunter Wellington Boots Hunter Wellington Boots Hunter Wellington Boots

These popular Hunter wellington boots are favoured by the likes of Kate Moss and come in a fabulous array of colours for both men and women.......Just in time for the wet winter days, the only problem being which colour to choose!!!!

To see our Mens Collection of Hunter Wellies, please click here.


27-JUL-2005

CONVERSE ALL STARS - NEW RANGES DUE IN SEPTEMBER 05

We can confirm that Shoesdirect have been selected to stock the latest ranges of Converse shoes for Men and Women. These cracking additions will be added on the site Late August, Early September.

The range will include the famous : Converse all star, Converse lady shoes and a great range of Converse boots.


26-JUL-2005

Hunter Wellingtons will be arriving soon

We will be adding a colourful collection of Wellington boots during August.


20-JUL-2005

New Destroy and Fly Boots will soon be appearing on our site

During the course of next week we will be adding an extensive range of new products, including the very fashionable boots from Fly London and Destroy.

Shoes Direct offering the very latest footwear collections - Remember where you saw them First.

Thank you,

Mandie


20-JUL-2005

New Destroy and Fly Boots will soon be appearing on our site

Next week will see the launch of our new Autumn 2005 collections, with a very strong range of boots from Fly London and Destroy




9-JUL-2005

NEW PRODUCTS

We are pleased to announce a new section to our online store "Accessories", offering the latest range of high quality leather bags and belts from "Toobkal", made popular by celebrities such as Sienna Miller.

For the Autumn 2005, we will be adding CHILDREN'S SHOES to our collections, brands will include :

Clarks - Shoes will be available in a range of Width Fittings, Whole and Half Sizes

Startrite Shoes - Again offering a full width fitting service, whole and half sizes, suitable for Back to School in September

Buckle My Shoe - probably one of the most exciting brands of kids Fashions Shoes this coming season

Geox - tremendous collection of Italian styled Shoes and Boots.

Thank you for reading my news,

Mandie


3-JUN-2005

MERRELL and FLY LONDON - LATEST STYLES JUST ADDED -

This week sees our collection of mens and ladies fashion extended with the addition of 2 new exciting footwear collections from Merrell and Fly London.




12-APR-2005

RAINBOW CLUB WEDDING SHOES NOW AVAILABLE
The UK's leading designers and makers of wedding shoes.

We are delighted to be able to offer the latest collection of bridal shoes from Rainbow Club.

Wedding shoes delivered direct to your door.



16-MAR-2005

Step Into Spring 2005 -

This season we have been working hard to bring you the best collection of footwear ever - We are delighted to say we have achieved this goal.

New additions include the ever so popular BIRKENSTOCK sandals, Destroy Boots, as featured in the OK Magazine, plus an exciting collection of the latest Wedge Shoes and Sandals.

We expect the following brands to be updated by week ending 27th March :
BIRKENSTOCK SANDALS
CONVERSE SHOES
ROCKET DOG
GEOX SHOES and SANDALS

Please let us know if you wish us to consider any other brands for future ranges.
You custom is very much appreciated,
Thank you

Diane
Buyer

Ps Watch out for my favorites, 6 styles by "Stephanie Moreno" - Very importantly ALL in PINK !!


30-DEC-2004

CONVERSE SHOES AND DESTROY BOOTS - PRODUCT UPDATES

We will shortly be updating our collection of footwear, this will include the latest styles from Converse and Destroy.


22-DEC-2004

May we take this opportunity to wish all our customers a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.


24-AUG-2004

This Autumn we will be offering Frye "Campus" boots.

In the 1960's, Frye reintroduced the Campus Boot, from its 1860 original, featuring a bulky toe and chunky heel that came to epitomize the attitude and the style of the 60's and 70's. There was nothing like the "new" Frye Boot on the market, and consumers began to demand "Original Frye's." When searching for items to represent the America of the 60's, the Smithsonian Institute chose a pair of Frye Boots, which remain on display today.


11-AUG-2004

We will shortly be offering the latest range of Sancho Cowboy Boots
During our visits to Shoe Fairs across Europe we have managed to find the hottest fashion styles available in the U.K. Please sign upto our mailing list to be notified when the "Cowboy Boots" our online.


3-AUG-2004

We are delighted to announce additional security for visitors to our online store.
This forms part of our ongoing improvements and is in relationship with Secure Trading.

SecureTrading makes use of Digital Certificates to ensure the authenticity and security of each transaction. 2048 bit encryption is used - the strongest level employed by any payment service provider - and we have also implement additional fraud detection system to help protect card holders.


27-JUL-2004

Customer Service Order Line

We have now introduced a 24 hour / 7 days a week telephone line. Telephone Operators will be able to assist you round the clock with any queries or orders you may wish to place. We are confident this will improve the level of service we can offer visitors to our business
Telephone Number 0870 382 5023


12-JUN-2004

PRICE PROMISE
Here at Shoesdirect we want you to be delighted with every purchase - and part of the enjoyment of shopping is knowing that you're buying at the best price.
We are confident that our prices are amongst the lowest on the high street and the Internet. However if you can find the same item for sale in another shop at a lower price (including delivery) we would like the opportunity to beat their price.
Quite simply, if you are offered the same product in the UK at a lower price than we are offering, we will go out of our way to make you a better deal.


8-MAR-2004

We will start uploading our new Spring / Summer 2004 catalogue week commencing Monday 15th March, 2004.
This will include the latest Shoes and Sandals from our brands.
Each week will see a new range of shoes on offer - Please pop back regularly to check out the latest FASHIONS for Summer 2004.


1-JAN-2004

We are delighted to announce that we will be offering even more brands for Spring / Summer 2004.
New additions for the Mens collections will include John White and the complete collection of Loake and Grenson casual and formal shoes.
The ladies additions will include a nice colourful collections of sandals from Scholl.


11-SEP-2005

MISS SIXTY SHOES - BUY ONLINE FROM SPRING 2006

We are excited to announce the partnership between MISS SIXTY and SHOESDIRECT. For Spring 2006 we have teamed up with Miss Sixty and will be offering an exciting collection of Shoes and Sandals. The expected launch date for the footwear will March 2006.
Thanks, Mandie


10-JAN-2001

RUNNING SHOES

We are currently looking into the possibilites of adding additional catergories to our store. We are carefully considering the following Mens and Ladies footwear collections :

Mens and Ladies Golf Shoes, including Ecco golf Shoes, Hitec Golf Shoes, Adidas Golf Shoes, Nike Golf Shoes

Running Shoes from the following brands, Asics Running shoes, Puma Trainers, Reebok Sports Shoes

Sports shoes suitable Tennis shoes, Squash Shoes, Football Boots, Golf Shoes, Nike Shoes.

Hiking boots and walking shoes, Timberland boots and shoes, brasher boots

This list has been built up from customer feedback emails, please continue to advise us of other products you may wish to see.

Thank you for your time.