Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Cirque Du Soleil

Found this picture in my archive....

Hard to believe it's dated old now.

The epitome of "DO THE JAYWALK"

Some other brand is using contortionist in their
ad campaign....


Always flattering to know we were the 1st!

LET ME LOVE YOU

Previously #1 on Billboard's R&B / Hip Hop Top 40 Chart.....

J SHOES worn on Mario's MTV red carpet.

And now.....working on custom kicks with our marketing manger

Courtney W!

Bangkok Thailand @ J SHOES factory


Nick spot checking our production.
Clean and hospitable work space
Concerned creative support
Unique footwear
Arguable the industry's best kept secret.
Bangkok, Thailand J SHOES

BENJAMIN LOVELL



JOSH...store manager @ Baltimore's BEN LOVELL SHOES: arguably the finest euro fashion/ comfort multiple boutique on the eastern coast!

My man JOSH is fit testing shoes for us. A recurring process....

CBS News covers Carlos Campos show with J SHOES

Carlos Campos show on CBS NEWS online:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1l67HNKWLU&feature=user

THE ROOTS _ rocking J SHOES


Sorry this photo does not capture our shoes better. This concert was top drawer. The sound incredible and the fashion / style off the chain. Of course....J SHOES present everywhere!
Venue: CLUB LOVE Washington D.C.

Monday, September 22, 2008

WAREHOUSE CLEANING | Inventory audit.


BEFORE ED HARDY

Let the industry chase sublimated and screened tatoo images. Long before there was ED HARDY footwear, J SHOES was tatooing (yes needles & ink) kicks. Our collection is made to order and has been commissioned by NFL, MLB players as well as musicians across the world.

J SHOES keeps a network of tatooist in New York, Las Vegas, London and Thailand. If you are interested please telphone our NORTH AMERICAN HEADQUARTERS: 410 902 0584!

CUSTOM ART



Dave Santa-Crus } painter extra ordinarier and former J SHOES Arizona sales representative.

This image reminds me of his true love: painting and art!
If you've ever been to The Hard Rock Hotel, you've seen this hanging proudly.

STARR by J SHOES


Custom made - signature series.....

Check out the pro ballers handwritten signature!


SICK!

SPECIAL MAKE UP BOOT - PATTON BLACK


The boot on the right is a special make up model produced exclusively for a high end NYC retailer (he's asked we not blog him)
The boot on the left is very interesting. The leather toe is a cracked leather from Italy.
The cuff is a hand sueded leather. The hardward is from Italy (yeah - old school climbing hardware)
The sole has cut n buff EVA (same material used in running shoes)
I could go on for days about how well constructed these boots are. Don't take my word for it....get yourself a pair and join our family!

DO THE JAYWALK


OUR CUSTOMER FOUND THIS PUP ON THEIR WALK TO STARBUCKS THE OTHER DAY.
THEY SNAPPED A PHOTO AND SHARED WITH US.
DO THE JAYWALK....

SHARK SKIN? FOR REAL.

If you have been one of the lucky ones to make it to the New York City showroom you've seen first hand the extreme execution of J SHOES design d.n.a. - - This includes a very smart, refined casual dress made constructed from shark skin.

Much like J SHOES, sharkskin is not your every day raw material.

J SHOES, the is silently building a cult following. Check us out...you'll be pleasantly impressed.

www.jshoes.com
410-902-0584
north american headquarters!

RECLINE with J SHOES


Another design innovation thanks to the creative team... and yeah, another in house marketing effort. High five to our friends across the pond for making the most of it all!

Stick Man is for real


What's better than in house photography, models who are friends of the brand and our colleague in London who organized and created this images after hours. What does that say about one's co-workers?


This image is smart. The "RIDER" boot continues to be an incredible value, still in line and yeah....
It is a welted boot that flexes without a break in period!

Manufacturering || Attention 2 Detail

Pride in ownership.
Attention to detail.
Hand crafted.

J SHOES!
Bangkok, Thailand.

Saturday, September 20, 2008

Russell White

Ed Hardy Footwear?

Ed what have you done. You were our hero; authentic and true to the lifestyle. Then you sold out to main street and main stream. Your art is now cliche.

Our local tattoo artist, Russell, used a wood burning tool to tat these tumble 2's (circa 2003)

We now hit 'em with needles and ink - 100% made to order.

We were the first and we have published articles substantiating our claims!

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

New & Improved www.jshoes.com


New site. New looks. Fun style. www.jshoes.com View the AW08 line today!

Yes HYPEBEAST


HYPEBEAST: J Shoes x Metro.Pop Magazine: Mpj Boot by Ami Kealoha

J Shoes recently collaborated with Los Angeles, CA-based magazine metro.pop to produce the limited edition Mpj Boot. With the market saturated by minimally shaped and starkly-colored offerings, we like the refreshing leap back to the roots of shoe design. The Mpj boot reverently bows its head to Native America with its premium leather construction, removable fringe, sock liner made from recycled material and dynamic sole illustration by California-based artist Joe Suitor. (Click images for detail.) J Shoes are also collaborating with designer Carlos Campos on an exclusive range for his upcoming NYC fashion week show. To find retailers near you and discover more about J Shoes contact +1 410 902 0584 or visit their site.


Bad Attitude

Ted Nemeth of Ted Nemeth Designs stops by the NY showroom to rock a pair of J SHOES and talk about his expanding custom leather tooling biz. Bad Ass sums it up.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Superlative

J SHOES:

Another superlative refined casual offering from your indy brand.

Arguably the world's most comfortable driving moc. at an affordable price - - incredible value.

Enjoy

Monday, September 15, 2008

SHOWROOM @ NIGHT | NYC

Evening walk out of the showroom, NYC!

Sunday, September 14, 2008

Sarah Evans meets "THE HORN"


Sarah Evans ]J SHOES sales & office administrator reclining with Bradshaw.
Sshhh....

Smooth Jazz + R&B - BRADSHAW!

One "Cool Cat"

Arguably one of the most respected horns in the world.

AND

A big fan of J SHOES! } Jeff Bradshaw....

CIANO FARMER


Shipping CIANO FARMER's COLAB kicks.
Limited production.
Salvage, Japanesse denim by CIANO.
Collectible kicks available by special order.
Call 410 902 0584 for a referral to CIANO.
These are the real deal!

Abe in his element


Abe Seiferth (wearing J SHOES)


Abe Seiferth (guitar).


J SHOES


Style ROLL

Friday, September 12, 2008

MOST BEAUTIFUL


Miri Ben Ari: most talented violinisit and humanitarian - - fashionably styled with her J SHOES!

Like a Fine Wine

iVillage Weekly Top 10: Fall 2008 Shoe Trends

Fine Wine
The best color for fall? Pick plum. The full spectrum of fine wines and purples—from cabernet to malbec—is sure to complement any wardrobe for a sophisticated look. This ankle boot from J Shoes precursors an upcoming big trend—a hybrid between your basic pump and a fabric upper—something the Italian designers have introduced for fall '08 in droves. This shoe mixes a casual look with formal fabrics, combining a pigskin leather pump with vibrant velvet and a delicate ribbon. Find at shoes.com!

Like You Just The Way You Are

Keri Hilson rocks the women's Starrs before her national tour. Keri is a solo artist currently climbing the charts with her first single, Energy. She has partnered with Nas (Hero) and Timbaland (The Way I Are) and Usher as the love interest in his Love in the Club video!