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Hot Shopping: Footwear from Generic Surplus

The Wellington sneaker by Generic Surplus

Summer’s just around the corner, so it’s time to invest in a pair of cool kicks for the warm weather. Generic Surplus, a Los Angeles–based brand, designs GQ-approved footwear for the modern man. Vibrant colours elevate stonewashed canvas, net mesh and linen to the perfect summer accessory that transitions easily from brunch to the beach. Styles range from the standard sneaker (including the Wellington, pictured) to posh brogues to taller deck shoes. Pick them up at The Block or Livestock.—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Shopping: Fab Footwear from Geox

The “Janira” patent leather dress sandal by Geox

You’ll feel like the queen of the urban jungle when you strut your stuff in the “Janira” patent leather dress sandals by Geox. With bold colours and modern design, these shoes are indicative of the brand’s 2012 Spring/Summer line, which focuses on colour, texture, and prints. And even though you’ll be rocking a sky-high stacked heel, the shoe also features padded insoles, a patented breathable sole, and soft leather lining to wick away moisture, so you never have to sacrifice style for comfort. $130. Available at Geox, Rideau Centre, 50 Rideau St., 613-567-4369.

Hot Shopping: Flip-Flops by Claudia Alan

AYA flip-flop by Claudia Alan

Summer days aren’t too far away. Give your tootsies a treat with a pair of AYA flip-flops by Claudia Alan. The Canadian company adorned its comfy rubber-soled sandals with frog and raven motifs by local First Nations artist Corrine Hunt, who designed the medals for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter  Games. Now that’s what we call a winning combination. Available at www.claudiaalanstore.com. —Kristina Urquhart

Hot Dates: Army and Navy Shoe Sale

Shoe photo ©Loutocky/Fotolia.com

April 25 to May 6

High-heeled mavens and sneaker devotees duke it out over massive discounts at Army & Navy’s legendary shoe sale. This 12-day event sees big-brand footwear, including Steve Madden, Diesel and Marc Fisher, knocked down to wallet-friendly prices.—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Shopping: Sweet Kicks

Super-comfy Native Shoes

Cool kids, hipsters and heck, even President Obama’s children have been spotted sportin’ a pair of Native Shoes. This collection of light-as-air footwear keeps shoe-a-holics on their toes with styles that range from the classic Jefferson slip-on to the sweetly named Paddington rain boot to the 2011 Red Dot Design Award–winning Fitzimmons hiking boot ($90, pictured). Find your ideal shoe in a multitude of colours at Gravity Pope, Pacific Boarder and Walrus.—Jennifer Patterson

More information:

Gravity Pope, 2205 W. 4th Ave. 604-731-7673.

www.gravitypope.com

Pacific Boarder, 1793 W. 4th Ave. 604-734-7245.

www.pacificboarder.com

Walrus, 3408 Cambie St. 604-874-9770.

www.walrushome.com

Hot Shopping: Fancy Footwork

Trendy yet classic TOMS shoes, designed by the Olsen twins

The days as Michelle Tanner on Full House are just distant memories for Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Now they’re focused on their passion for fashion. Items fly off the shelves from their casual Elizabeth & James line and from their luxe label The Row. Recently they lent their star power to a good cause: designing a line of cashmere and wool shoes for TOMS (pictured), a company that for every pair of shoes purchased donates a pair to a child in need. Head to Holt Renfrew to buy items from all three projects, or purchase your pair of slip-ons at www.toms.com.—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Shopping: Walk This Way

Dayton Boots

Way back in 1946, Charlie Wohlford started Dayton Boots to make tough boots for tough men (think loggers, fireman, oil workers and police officers). In the early ’60s, Dayton kicked it up a notch and began producing badass boots for cowboys and bikers. Today the standards and techniques remain the same, with each locally produced boot made by hand. This local brand has amassed a large cult following that includes celebs such as Johnny Depp, Cindy Crawford and Angelina Jolie. Stop by the new shop on Granville Island to purchase a pair.—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Dates: Fit for the Races

June 12

Red Bull Racing shoes at Geox

Start your engines! The Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada races into Montreal for a day of hot competition. Get a headstart on looking like a driver here in Vancouver. Geox, along with the Red Bull Racing Team, designed footwear inspired by the shoes worn by the pros.—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Shopping: Too Hot to Handle

One of 2011's hottest bags is by Michael Kors

Fashion label Michael Kors just opened its first downtown location at bustling Pacific Centre. The timing couldn’t be more perfect, as the spring and summer lines are already on shelves. A taste of what’s in store: candy-coloured shoes, beautiful maxi dresses and leather-that-looks-like-denim handbags (pictured).—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Shopping: Treats for Feet

Converse and Marimekko have teamed up to create some sweet kicks

Marimekko + Converse = a match made in fashion heaven. The iconic Finnish design house collaborated with the equally iconic shoemaker to release a spring line of too-cool shoes (pictured, $80), aptly titled Converse ♥ Marimekko. Finland’s pride and joy started in the 1950s and reached royalty status in North America after Jackie Kennedy wore a number of their dresses during the 1960 US presidential campaign. Now everything from dishware to bedding has been emblazoned with their graphic prints. The American footwear company Converse was founded in 1908, and celebs and athletes continue to sport the classic star-adorned Chuck Taylors. Purchase a pair at Marimekko.—Jennifer Patterson

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