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Vans has asked a judge to hold MSCHF in contempt of court for continuing to sell Tyga’s wavy Vans lookalikes. The shoe company argues that the Brooklyn-based art collective has willfully violated a restraining order. Vans sought a restraining order to prevent MSCHF from selling or marketing its ‘Wavy Baby’ shoes made in collaboration with Tyga. The design of the shoes was  Chacos Shoes inspired by a classic Vans look, fed through a Photoshop filter to obtain the trippy look. Judge William Kuntz ruled that Tyga’s sneakers made in partnership with MSCHF likely did violate Vans trademarks. MSCHF was supposed to suspend all sales of the shoes and stop shipping orders. But Vans says the company continues to fulfill the orders despite the court order. “The shipments were not irreversibl...

You can’t think of country music without thinking of Dolly Parton. The multitalented singer, songwriter, actor, philanthropist, record producer, entrepreneur, and author has entertained audiences for the better half of a century. The Grammy Award-winning artist first appeared on the Grand Ole Opry stage when she was only 13 years old. Since then, she has impressed fans with not just her lyrics but also her bubbly, larger-than-life persona. Parton is famous for her voluptuous figure, big hair, bigger heart, and rhinestone-studded wardrobe. Many people don’t realize the “Here You Come Again” singer is not only small in stature but also has the shoe size to match. The Country Music Hall of Fame credits Parton with revolutionizing “the world of country music for women performers.” Bor...

Judi Merriam’s euphonious voice is well known in the Schenectady theater community – this vocalist and actress has performed on many a stage over the years. Recently, Merriam has been using her voice in another way, she wrote a forthcoming memoir focused on grief. Titled “Empty Shoes by the Door” and planned for release Monday, the book follows Merriam’s life after the suicide of her son, Jenson, 11 years ago. In an open, conversational tone, she describes grief and her struggles with her Christian faith, and provides insight into how people can support those who are grieving. The book also includes anecdotes about Jenson’s life that are both funny and heartwarming. “He was definitely a creative,” said Merriam in a recent interview On Cloud Shoes with The Daily Gazette. “He became the ...

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On Christmas Eve 1956, fire destroyed the Wooden Shoe Factory and Wooden Shoe Restaurant, newly relocated along the U.S.-31 bypass at 16th Street. After the fire, owner Chester Van Tongeren rebuilt the factory. Inside, he put a large souvenir and gift shop, and a country store which sold baked goods, candy, cheese and fudge.Schutz Shoes For a quarter, tourists could get a tour and see Fred Oldemulders and another wooden shoe carver, Gerald Ten Brink, at work. Tourists could also purchase wooden shoes, most of which were made by machines, and have them engraved for free. Delwyn, Chester’s son, managed the operation. Ralph VanderVeen worked as general maintenance person and machine operator. Van Tongeren complemented the factory by leasing adjacent lots to other businesses: The Wood...

Gray skies did not put a damper on the festive atmosphere at Westminster City Park Saturday as more than 100 people gathered in support of Rape Crisis Intervention Service of Carroll County’s Walk a Mile in Their Shoes fundraiser. Wearing a variety of shoes, from the event’s signature red stilettos to red flats, platform shoes and leopard heels, men of all ages hobbled down Westminster’s Main Street as cars honked, people waved and cameras flashed. “We’ll see how many steps these shoes last,” said Brian Frazier, as he shifted his weight from foot to foot. “I can do a mile in these.” Devon Lesniack made it about halfway through the walk when he stepped aside to change shoes. “They’re just the wrong size,” Lesniack said, as someone yelled, “Good effort, man!” Saturday ma...