Price has been a major factor in consumer spending on footwear, and with
95% of all footwear sold in the U. Market for Footwear offers a
balanced look at the newest product trends, the latest mergers and
acquisitions impacting the market, current and future industry leaders, and
the most up-to-date consumer trends and behaviors driving growth in the
footwear market. The survey commissioned by Mervyns and
conducted by Dennis H.

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, cites women's attitudes toward, and
preferences for, shopping and wearing footwear.
-- Keeping in step with fashion - More than 40 percent of women buy three
to five pairs of new shoes in an average year and more than one in
four buy at least six pairs, which means that the majority of women
buy at least one pair of shoes per season.com .

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S. "Many urban styles are evolving into a classier
and dressier look, and comfort-wear consumers are looking for additions like
ornaments and textures, whatever will make their shoes a unique expression of
their own evolving sense of style .com.
When it comes to influencing a woman's decision to shop for shoes,
more than one-third (37 percent) indicate that shoe sales are the
biggest influencer, followed by her friends (31 percent) and what she
sees in fashion magazines (27 percent). The main reason women
cited for not wearing all of their shoes is that they feel their shoes
do not match their current wardrobes (32 percent).

Editor's note: Commissioned by Mervyns in January 2006, the survey was
conducted by Dennis H. PartStore is the one place you
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NEW YORK, Having experienced steady growth since a
sharp drop in 2002, the market for athletic, casual, and dress shoes,
slippers, boots and sandals is expected to climb to $48. manufactured abroad-83% of which is from
China-retailers have the ability to offer quality footwear at affordable
prices. And, when shopping for that
special pair of shoes, women want the best of both worlds .

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2 billion by the end of 2005,
Packaged Facts projects that the market will increase in value by 12 .mervyns.
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7 billion by 2010,
according to The U.com. PartStore is the largest
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PackagedFacts.com, or contact Tom Ehart at 240-747-3014, or
tehart@marketresearch . From gold sequined sandals and
studded strappy slides to cut-out flats and platform wedges, ranging in price
from $40 to $45, this new line allows women to affordably keep in step with
the latest trends.

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Coinciding with these survey findings, Mervyns has introduced a new line
of women's footwear called SM New York.

NEW YORK, Over 7 million parts and accessories
for all the electronics, appliances, cellular devices and computers in your
home are now available online at http://www.com's expert matching engine will deliver only the
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"While the athletic footwear giants are breaking the bank with their new
technology-driven footwear, today's consumers are also looking for fashionable
functionality and affordability in all of their shoes," said Don Montuori, the
publisher of Packaged Facts. This statistic is
not surprising given that nearly one in three respondents (31 percent )
own a pair of shoes that is at least 11 years old, and more than half
of the women have shoes that are at least six years old. But it also tells us that women are looking for the latest
styles at a great value so they can keep their shoe wardrobes current with the
latest fashion trends," said Aline Tewes, Mervyns' vice president/ merchandise
manager, shoes.D.
"PartStore is now the most convenient way to find and purchase parts and
accessories," says Dan Sachs, VP of Operations, about the new site.

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com/pub/1189571.com, publishes research
reports on a wide range of consumer industries. The study, commissioned by Mervyns, reveals that
the majority of women surveyed (58 percent) feel that wearing a particular
pair of shoes actually boosts their self-esteem."

About Mervyns
Mervyns LLC, headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a family-
friendly promotional neighborhood department store offering trend-right
fashions and home decor for the entire family at affordable prices. "PartStore
offers superior customer service through live personal assistance , real-time
order tracking, easy returns and the largest selection of parts available
anywhere . Millions of parts and accessories are available for hundreds of
brands and over 400,000 different models.

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Market for Footwear, a new report from market research
publisher Packaged Facts, a division of MarketResearch.4 billion. The most preferred shoe
styles for the spring season include strappy sandals, wedges and
sequined flip-flops.

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They feel both
style (38 percent) and comfort (32 percent) are important when selecting new
footwear.D. Survey highlights include:

-- Sole Searching - The main factors women look for when purchasing shoes
are style (38 percent), comfort (32 percent) and price (24 percent).
-- Spring cleaning - While the majority of women (61 percent) own at
least 11 pairs of shoes, 50 percent of women indicate they wear fewer
than half of their shoes on a regular basis.
PartStore allows you to find the exact part or accessory you need to
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Nike for
long has dominated the athletic shoe sector, but the market may well become
more energized this year, as Adidas is expected to complete its acquisition of
Reebok and breathe new life into product and retail competition., professor of marketing and director
of the Center for Small Business in the College of Business Administration at
California State University, Sacramento .com.
The site specializes in original replacement parts and accessories that
are identical to the ones that came with your product when you purchased it.

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market, with 2004 sales surpassing $16 .

These and other relevant findings are part of a recent 500-respondent
survey of women aged 18 and older. Tootelian, Ph.
-- Footing the bill - The largest group of respondents (41 percent)
indicate that they spend an average of $25 to $50 for a new pair of
shoes, in contrast with seven percent who will spend more than $100. Community
giving has been a cornerstone of the company's business since 1949, with a
focus on improving the lives of children and families by giving back to
educational programs in its communities.

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"The results of this survey reinforce what we already know -- women love
to shop for shoes.
Searching is made easy by the advanced SearchMaster technology, only available
on PartStore. PartStore.

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After Fall in 2002 Footwear Market Climbs Steadily to 48.7 Billion by 2010

"
Footwear is a highly volatile market susceptible to the latest tastes and
whims of the global fashion world., Based on a survey about women's
shoe shopping habits and style preferences, Mervyns has the insight on
females ' footwear fixation.

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Athletic footwear, with promises of high fashion and comfort,
dominates the U . It
is also available at MarketResearch."
PartStore meets all of your replacement part and accessory needs with one
stop shopping for all the products in your home.

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-- Kicking the winter blues - Buying the right pair of shoes might be the
ideal solution for women wanting to add spring to their step.

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Priced at $3,000, this report can be purchased directly from
Packaged Facts by clicking: http://www. "With a plethora of styles and the addition of SM New York,
Mervyns is poised to be the ultimate shoe shopping destination.

With 190
locations in 10 states, Mervyns has a well-earned reputation for its extensive
selection of national and private-label fashions and housewares. The site offers batteries, cords, AC adapters and
original remotes to power up, control and connect all the products in your
home.

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About Packaged Facts
Packaged Facts, a division of MarketResearch.

Mervyns' Study Reveals a New Pair of Shoes Can Step Up Your Self-Confidence

Retailer Introduces New Footwear Line That Offers What Survey Indicates Women
Really Want -- Style and Value

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With expert customer service via phone, Partsolvers can help you with any
questions (call toll-free 866-925-PART).

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Most
women (58 percent) feel that wearing a special pair of shoes can
increase their self -esteem. For a list of store locations, or
for additional information, visit Mervyns' Web site at
http://www. Complete survey results are
available upon request.