JF Press Releases: New Shoes for Fall 2010

Canadian Shoe Designer and coffee-drinker John Fluevog announces the release of some gorgeous new lines, colours and colors for the Fall season.

Built on an exquisite Louis the 14th hexagonal heel, the Baroques combine soft stamped suedes with robust patent tips and straps, finished with ornate buckles. Perfect for any Gothic evening (harpsichord and candles sold separately). There is no fashion like old fashion. (Vermeer $289 US/ $329 CDN, Rubens $239 US/ $259 CDN).

For the spontaneous hitchhikers and wine spilled poets looking for that ideal boot, the Beat Family was made for you. Featuring tunite soles, stacked leather heels, deep leathers, and tri-colored stitching, this shoe inspires you to live dangerously. Who knows, you just might inspire generations to come? Follow the Beat of your Soul. (Derby Kerouac $215 US/ $249 CDN)

While watching a classic spaghetti western, John was inspired by the feisty, foul-mouthed and fabulous women of the ol' Wild West and started to draw up designs for the new Bellevue Family. Don't be fooled by the soft dusty Italian leathers with cute detailing on a 2.5" Fellowship-hi heel and tunite Bellevue soles, these are dangerously tough shoes. While we doubt anyone will be wrangling cattle, robbing banks, or working the saloons in these beauties, you know that they are sturdy enough to make it through the gauntlet when called upon. Keep pushing west and beyond your imagination. (Inez Sexton $329 US/ $379 CDN, Libby Smith $295 US/ $359 CDN, Pearl Hart $229 US/ $ 259 CDN, Mollie Johnson $255 US/ $275 CDN).

John Fluevog is bringing back the old skool beats with this dope-fresh sneaker designed as a throwback to when it was unsafe to rock the East Village. You'll be superstylin' with this soft leather in subtle colors, molded with a vintage seventies sneaker sole. You'll be the freshest prince in the hood. (Dubb $229 US/ $ 265 CDN, Chett $195 US/ $225 CDN).

Many years ago during a very somber bank meeting where evil forces were pressing upon him, John wished he had his trusty Angel shoes on him to offer protection from the Satanic statements thrown against him. After the now historic arm-wrestling match with the Bank Manager, John designed a subtle banker's shoe with a trimmed Angel sole. Produced in a Vietnamese factory, which is owned by Japanese shoe-makers, who were trained in England using 19th century traditional methods, the Gateway Angels are some of the most classically fabricated (and international) shoes we have made in recent years. The Gateway Angels will give you your Fluevog fix during those conservative occasions when you still need to kick Satan's ass. (Jaffa $269 US/ $ 309 CDN)

Continuing John's trend of classic men's shoes with an ultra-modern twist are the Headliners - a simple and eloquent design with faux-exotic stamped leathers (from faux-exotic endangered species), and hip wrap-around leather laces. (Gable $229 US/ $259 CDN).

John continues on the mantra of "Good Soles leave Small Prints (no matter what your shoe size)" by bringing us soft Spanish leathers on a 1.5", 100% bamboo heel, and a molded sole that extends to the heel for extra shock absorption. The Hope Family might be the cutest way to save the world, one step at a time. F is for all things Hope. (Cherish $349 US/ $399 CDN, Promise $295 US/ $325 CDN).

All rockstars have one thing in common... great shoes. From the deepest depths of backstage, John brings out the ultimate show-stopper. Headlining acts feature a slanted 2" Cuban heel of stacked leather, rubber plates stitched on leather soles, and intricate details of faux-iguana leathers. Your Vogs are going to steal the spotlight. Hey Idol, Get Real! (Jagger $389 US/ $449 CDN).

John reintroduces the Listen Up, a favourite classic for high heeled lovers. Featuring a brand new 4" heel, soft Analine leathers and a comfortable 1/4" platform, the new Listen Ups will certainly bring some sass to your strut. Listen Up! (Paris $235 US/ $255 CDN, Fox $275 US/ $315 CDN).

When the Mini heel was first introduced in 2001, John decided all styles with this heel would be named after lover's nicknames. (Over the years, the style names have been getting extremely personal!) The Minis feature contrast piping, soft Analine leathers, a rubber F-Sole, and the iconic 3" hourglass heel for the ultimate traction, durability and comfort. Go on, fall in love.. we dare you! (Babycake $409 US/ $495 CDN).

With luscious Baccarat leathers, soft rubber soles, and a 2.5" leather wrapped heel, the Operetta Family could possibly be the most functional and comfortable Fluevogs ever. Now introducing the VEGAN black velvet Guilia! Named after extremely dramatic Opera singers, the Operetta family will be your everyday, dress-up, dress-down, favourite pair of shoes perfect for skipping and singing. Your love makes me sing. (Mirella $409 US/ $499 CDN, Guilia $289 US/ $345 CDN, Bartoli $289 US/ $349 CDN, Flagstad $275 US/ 299 CDN).

Years ago, during a car rally in the outback, a Fluevogian design appeared under the bright blue Australian sky, of a classic all-terrain chukka boot. The Chukka boot is veldt lasted (try saying that 15 times) on natural crepe, featuring combos of soft durable Italian suedes. A touch of an old-school Fluevogian design on a classic creeper structure. Resist conformity - be unique. (Chukka Boot $235 US/ $259 CDN).

As a young and gawky teenager, John Fluevog would spend hours working on his old car while the chatter of his constant companion kept him company - a portable AM radio. Many years later, John broadcasts style and comfort via the Radio family. Featuring a teal/royal blue splash of color on the heel, an upturned toe, a wider footbed, and a tunite heel & sole, The Radio Family is the soundtrack to your life. Tune in, Turn on, and Vog out! (RCI $225 US/ $269 CDN, CBC $189 US/ $215 CDN, BBC $230 US/ $269 CDN).

Sexy rockin' boots with studs, buckles, and delicious leathers on a 1" solid inch platform and 4" heel make the Summertime sandals perfect for those 70's reunion tours that will be rolling through your town soon. Dust off your 8-track tapes and fringed suede, and rock out! Take it Easy! (Dig $409 US/ $475 CDN).

Sometimes it's hard to be in the spotlight. Lately, everyone seems to be making a fuss, and you have to stop to wonder if its all about you or your new 3" leather wrapped heeled Fluevogs. The sultry, but solid-heeled Together Hi Family featuring Ciclone pull-up leathers and suedes, with strap and buckle details, is going to make a splash on the scene. (Nico $325 US/ $385 CDN, Avril N/A, Auf Der Maur $405 US/ $465 CDN).

The Tokyos feature soft leathers with custom JF Angel buckles on a vintage super-pointy toed last, that was used in the original Tokyos from the 1990s. Perfect for any Japanese Mod Rockstar with skinny pants and a giant pompadour. (Kobe $229 US/ $249 CDN, Sapporo $289 US/ $329 CDN).

For his 40th Anniversary, John re-issued one of his favourite styles - the uniquely designed Truth Pilgrim shoes from the 1980s, one of John's first women's shoes which took its initial inspiration from the Victoria era. Now for Fall 2010, John brings you brand new designs inspired by the super pointy-toed, buckled Pilgrim shoe. The updated designs include a rubber sole plate, 1.25" leather wrapped heel, and features "white-waxed" faux-snake leathers that will darken and age gracefully. The Truth family is an ode to John's humble beginnings, his values which he still aspires to, and a great testament to the genius we celebrate. Truth and integrity since 1970. (Britta $255 US/ $275 CDN, Melissa $325 US/ $369 CDN)

Named after the addresses of his first stores, John continues the Fluevog heritage by using classic partial blake construction with leather soles and tough Italian leathers and suedes, the Twin Turbines are made in a high end men's factory, inspiring you for another 40 years. (211 Carrall Street $229 US/ $269 CDN, 1611 First Avenue $279 US/ $319 CDN).

The Earls are a prestigious shoe family of unisexy, handmade boots crafted in one of Mexico's best cowboy boot factories. Using tough leathers, built upon a thick, sturdy leather sole and a 1" stacked leather heel, the Earls are named after illustrious nobility from yestervog. (Lancaster $249 US/ $289 CDN)

ABOUT JOHN FLUEVOG:
John Fluevog is an independent designer and retailer of forward-thinking footwear and accessories. Since 1970 he has been steadfast in creating unique soles for unique souls that have been seen everywhere from the feet of Madonna and the Scissor Sisters to the runways of high fashion. Fluevogs were recently named one of the world’s most innovative companies in the fashion industry by creative business experts Fast Company, and have been voted Shoes of the Year too many times to mention. Additionally, John recently spoke at the L'Oreal Melbourne International Fashion Festival and has just opened The New Worldwide Flagship John Fluevog Shoes Store and Fluevog Design Offices in Vancouver, Canada.

À PROPOS DE JOHN FLUEVOG :
John Fluevog est un designer indépendant et un détaillant de chaussures qui se démarquent. Depuis 1970 il crée des chaussures uniques qui ajoutent de la personnalité à celui ou celle qui les porte, et ce, de façon constante. Ses créations ont été vues partout - allant des pieds de Madonna et des membres du groupe Scissor Sisters aux défilés de la haute couture. La revue Wired Magazine a d'ailleurs récemment donné la mention «WIRED» aux chaussures Fluevogs! De plus, John a récemment été invité au Festival international de la mode l'Oréal de Melbourne et au Salon de l'habitation et du design de Vancouver.

Press-ready photos available upon request. For more information or to talk to John contact:
Photos de presse disponibles. Pour plus d'informations ou pour une entrevue avec John Fluevog :

Stephen Fluevog
	604-688-2879 x226

	stephen@fluevog.com