TOPEKA, Kan., Nov. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Just in time for the
holiday shopping season, Payless ShoeSource(R) announced today the
continuation of its designer footwear labels with special collections of
Abaete for Payless by fashion designer Laura Poretzky, Lela Rose for Payless
and a holiday collection by style icon Patricia Field. The retailer's holiday
accessory products provide a fresh update to any holiday outfit or ideal gift
options for shoppers seeking to weather the tough economic times and save
money without sacrificing the style of the season or the spirit of giving.
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From designer-styled shoes and coordinating handbags to kid-friendly
slippers, backpacks, watches and hat/scarf sets, Payless has great gift items
for every friend and family member on this season's holiday shopping list.
Prices averaging under $25 per item, some as low as $5.99, will ensure that
consumers can stuff stockings and still have cash left over.
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Payless' selection of fingerless gloves, patterned scarves, and woven hats
in classic and gem-colored hues represent the season's hottest accessories --
perfect for keeping the friends and family members on your gift list
fashionably warm. Opaque tights, necklaces and earrings add pops of color,
sparkle and shine to the classic Little Black Dress, while additional items
such as "I Love Shoes"(TM)-branded makeup bags, totes, and umbrellas round out
the brand's holiday gift offerings. Most of these items are priced under $10,
ensuring that every holiday shopper's needs can be met -- from winter wardrobe
updates to gifting and vacation getaways.
Abaete for Payless
Laura Poretzky's "American International" design aesthetic is once again
evident in her most recent collection for Payless. The Abaete for Payless
holiday line channels Poretzky's rich international experiences living in
Brazil, France and New York into a six piece collection that evokes a resort
getaway. The line includes a peep-toe wedge, pump, flat, canvas skimmer,
satin slipper, and coordinating tote bag. Woven ribbon detailing is a
prevalent theme, adding texture and pops of color to the distinctive
silhouettes.
Lela Rose for Payless
Lela Rose is well known for her unique "classic with a twist" and
interplays of textures and fabrics. The Lela Rose for Payless holiday line is
no exception, once again showcasing the designer's signature spectrum of rich
materials and bright colors. Black burlap fabrication and a straw/patent
weave distinguish the line's resort-casual silhouettes, while satin materials,
plaid prints and delicate bow accents are found in a holiday festive grouping.
The line's six styles include two wedges, a peep-toe pump, two flats and a
slipper, along with a coordinating clutch and tote.
Patricia Field for Payless
Famed stylist Patricia Field's third collection for Payless is reflective
of the designer's imaginative, innovative approach to fashion. Perfect for
partygoers seeking to add downtown edge to their fashion-forward ensembles,
the line includes a platform sandal, platform ankle boot, tall wedge boot,
tall high-heeled boot, coin purse and satchel. Towering stacked heels, stud
detailing and moccasin-inspired fringe trim also distinguish the eye-catching
collection.
Payless Core Collections
In addition to Payless Designer Collections, the Payless core collection
for holiday features well-known brands such as Airwalk(R), American Eagle(TM),
Dexter(R), Champion(R), and Dunkman(TM). The lines showcase key trends like
crinkle patent, vintage styling, burnished metallics, button and buckle
detailing, faux-fur and shearling trim, and sparkle embellishments. With a
wide variety of silhouettes to choose from, every shopper can find a pair to
make a personal style statement.
About Payless Designer Collections & Guest Designers
Payless is on a mission to democratize fashion and design in footwear and
accessories. The Payless Designer Collections -- seasonal lines of original
footwear and handbags created by fashion designers and hot off the runway --
are a key piece of that strategy.
Payless designers include Abaete for Payless designer Laura Poretzky, Lela
Rose and the Lela Rose for Payless label, Stacey Bendet with alice + olivia
for Payless and style icon Patricia Field with Patricia Field for Payless
capsule collections. This select group of fashion designers and stylists
create designer footwear and accessory collections for Payless featuring the
latest runway and red carpet styling details. Each collection is unique and
reflective of the designer's signature style. Payless' designer collections
are among the most broadly distributed designer footwear lines available in
the United States today.
About Payless & Collective Brands
Payless ShoeSource, Inc., a unit of Collective Brands, Inc., is the
largest specialty family footwear retailer in the Western Hemisphere and is
dedicated to democratizing fashion and design in footwear and accessories and
inspiring fun, fashion possibilities for the family at a great value. As of
the end of second quarter 2008, the company operated more than 4,500 stores.
In addition, customers can buy shoes over the Internet through Payless.com(R)
at http://www.payless.com.
Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) is a leader in bringing compelling
lifestyle, fashion and performance brands for footwear and related accessories
to consumers worldwide. The company operates three strategic units covering a
powerful brand portfolio, as well as multiple price points and selling
channels including retail, wholesale, ecommerce and licensing. Collective
Brands, Inc. includes Payless ShoeSource, focused on democratizing fashion and
design in footwear and accessories through its more than 4,500-store retail
chain, with its brands American Eagle(TM), Airwalk(R), Dexter(R), Champion(R)
and designer collections Abaete for Payless, Lela Rose for Payless and alice +
olivia for Payless, among others; Stride Rite, focused on lifestyle and
athletic branded footwear and high-quality children's footwear sold primarily
through wholesaling, with its brands including Stride Rite(R), Keds(R),
Sperry Top-Sider(R), Robeez(R), and Saucony(R), among others; and Collective
Licensing International, the brand development, management and global
licensing unit, with such youth lifestyle brands as Airwalk(R), Vision Street
Wear(R), Sims(R), Lamar(R) and LTD(R), World Snowboarding Championships(TM),
Sugarboards(R), Carve(R), genetic(R), Dukes(TM), Rage(R), Ultra-Wheels(R), and
Skate Attack(R) brands. Information about, and links for shopping on, each of
the Collective Brand's units can be found at http://www.collectivebrands.com.
