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Score some swag at Sundance with Bearpaw

Sheepskin boot brand Bearpaw will keep actors and musicians shod for the snowy slopes of Utah as part of the Fender Music Lodge gifting suite at this year's Sundance Music Festival.

"The Bearpaw brand captures the feeling of Sundance," says Randy McKinley, VP of marketing, adding that he looks forward to seeing the boots strolling down the streets of Park City on celebrities and musicians as they enjoy the annual star-studded event that kicks off today.

Designer Chat Joshua Bingaman

WHAT DO YOU get when you mix coffee beans and mens footwear designs? How about entrepreneur extraordinaire Joshua Bingaman, owner of Progress Coffee, a popular Austin, TX, hangout for the caffeinated crowd, and founder and designer of Helm, a mens line of finely crafted leather shoes and boots. Bingaman splits his time between the two ventures, but admits serving up mouthwatering shoe designs is his primary love.

Worldly Balance

New Balance introduces a fresh model to its catalog for spring-the ML581, which hits shelves this month with a four-piece collection in never- before-seen colorways cooked up in collaboration with select sneaker boutiques around the globe.

Dr. Martens launches spring sequel to its 'First and Forever' ad campaign.

Iconic British boot brand Dr. Martens unveiled the second half of its 'First and Forever' campaign at New York's Frontrunner gallery last Thursday. Titled 'First Love,' the exhibition featured original imagery submitted by bloggers and a short film starring Agyness Deyn and Ash Styrnest. Guests enjoyed Glenrothes cocktails while Chelsea Caterers supplied the nibbles and DJ Irwin Matutina spun love-themed music all night long.

Tatted Up

Reality TV star and ink artist Kat Von D launches an eponymous footwear collection.

WHILE HER NAME may have made headlines most recently for her on-again, off-again relationship with Jesse James (Sandra Bullocks infamous reality TV star ex-husband), devotees of the TLC Show LA Ink know that Kat Von Ds true claim to fame lies in her impressive abilities as one of the worlds best-known tattoo artists. So when the opportunity arose to create a clothing and footwear line, the ink impresario felt it would be a natural next step.

The Alpine Shop

St. Louis, MO

Mini-Me’s

Sorels Fall 12 collection has kids looking just like mom and dad.

Dirt Drivers

Start your engines: Work and outdoor footwear brand Georgia Boot will host a national sweepstakes to coincide with its sponsorship of dirt racing teams Clint Bowyer Racing and Elite Racing this year. The contest ties to the launch of its new Diamond Trax collection, and consumers and retail associates will have the chance to win an all-expenses-paid VIP trip to one race at World of Outlaws, Lucas Oil Late Model and NASCAR Spring Cup. Dubbed Americas Hardest Working Boot, its only fitting that the label has linked itself to two teams known for their strength and resilience.

Scoop NYC does the time warp with New Balance

Scoop NYC introduces the New Balance 400 sneaker to its stores this spring, bringing a retro '70s throwback to its style-savvy customers.

Since starting life as a racing shoe in the UK, the men's sneaker will make its US debut in a retro palette of vibrant yellow and blue that will capture the attention of athletes and fashion-forward shoppers alike. Lightweight nylon is accented with suede details and a patent leather "N" logo and heel kick, continuing the brand's tradition of the finest construction and materials.

Walk the Line

The latest sport craze for adrenaline junkies is not for the faint of heart-or the poorly shod.

IF YOU FIND backflips and yoga intimidating under normal circumstances, imagine performing these feats on a one-inch-wide line strung 100 feet above a rocky ravine. For Andy Lewis, arguably the worlds best slackliner, thats nothing. Try adding fire. Or doing it naked.