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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1958

Page

13

Fall shoes shift to slim lines and European influence

The new fall footwear favors tapered square toes and lightweight soft leathers with narrow lasts and refined stitching. Slip-ons rise to dress wear while continental styles become American, with fewer eyelets and a range of browns from cinnamon to dark tones.

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Follow The Leader High School Boys Going Collegiate

Athens shoe shop owners report high school students imitate college buyers in choosing footwear. Moms limit costs to durable, heavy brogues while teens favor a neat, dressed up look over the rough style.

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Adult Trends Adopted For Young Shoes

A wide range of shoe styles mirrors adult trends to fit school, dress, or rough play. Young girls favor flat-heeled round-throated pumps with colorful leather, bows, and varied straps. Boys’ styles emphasize lightness, flexibility, and durability with moccasin toe and wing-tip shapes inspired by adult footwear.

Dad Big Brother

Spring in Steps for Men and Boys Shoes Fashion

Autumn air surrounds a report from the American Institute of Men's and Boys' Wear detailing fall shoe styles. Styles include Italian inspired boots and English classics, with Italian models featuring squar ed toes and stitching variants guantone riviera and baseball.

American Institute of Men’s and Boys Italy Riviera

Baby's Shoes Important

Shoes for babies are essential for health and comfort, with the first pair best bought when the child first stands. Leather should be very soft with soft soles and uppers, and fitting by a footwear specialist is advised for all babyhood through adolescence.

Reading Labels Saves Dollars on Laundry Care

Margaret Spader explains that reading hand tags and labels at purchase helps save money. Modern laundry equipment can wash most family garments and home fabrics, and careful buyers choose garments with clear fabric care instructions.

Margaret Spader Home Service Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association

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