U.S shoe retailer Steve Madden launches its 6th store at Dubai Festival City

Press release

Published August 1st, 2011 - 08:01 GMT

Al Bawaba

Steve Madden, the leading footwear brand from U.S, under the Landmark Group portfolio in the region has launched its 6th store at Dubai Festival City on 28th July 2011. The senior management of Landmark Group’s International footwear division were present during the inauguration ceremony. The 124 sq mts store will showcase an eclectic range of men and women footwear and will house the latest Autumn/Winter 2011 collection.

Basheer Ahmed, General Manager of Steve Madden UAE said, “Steve Madden has received great response in this market, it only deems fit to reach out to all segments of our target audience and thus expand our retail presence in the UAE by marking our footprints in one of the most significant locations in the region. Dubai Festival City has shown commendable growth in recent years and hence proved to be the right destination to expand our network in the region. The unique layout and concept of the store will create a pleasant and refreshing shopping experience for all our customers.”

Steve Madden shoes, loved and worn by many artists such as Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry is now also available for all fashionistas at the Festival City store with an impressive range of footwear and stylish handbags. The store is located on the ground level, Crescent walk (south end) of the Festival Centre.

Background Information

Steve Madden

What began as a modest $1100 investment in 1990 has developed into one of the most iconic brands in footwear. From a factory in Queens, NY, Steve Madden has revolutionized the shoe industry, merging years of experience with unique and creative designs. Inspired by rock and roll and his New York roots, his vision to provide on-trend women and men with an outlet to express their individuality is innovative, daring, and inspiring. Steve’s innate understanding of trends and unparalleled willpower have resulted in millions of customers worldwide and propelled his designs to the forefront of fashion. He has expanded the Steve Madden brand into a true lifestyle and destination for footwear, handbags and accessories, sold in over 80 countries worldwide. It’s about authenticity. It’s about embracing individuality. It’s Steve Madden.

Company Profile

Dubai Festival City

Boasting a 2.5 mill sq. ft. urban retail destination, DFC is home to the Guinness World Record holding cutting-edge daily attraction, IMAGINE, as well as IKEA, the only Hard Rock Café in the Middle East and a world-class mall. Additionally, DFC also encompasses four five-star hotels – Intercontinental DFC, Intercontinental Residence Suite DFC, Crowne Plaza DFC and Holiday Inn DFC.