Proper Shoe Store - Black Friday Sale - 25% off

It seems that with the whole sneaker craze, everyone and their mother's (figuratively and literally) are rocking the latest limited edition freshest kicks. With all the hyper crazy color-ways, over usage of the elephant print, and other textures, there's so much visual noise out there, or should I say, down there on peoples feet that I find myself clinging on to my classic basic styles.

Well enough with my rant, one of my favorite shops that just happens to be a few blocks away from me as well, is Proper in the East Arts Village in Long Beach, CA. The store's owners are humble, have a style sensibility and historical respect for great design, unlike what you would experience from many other "too cool for school" boutiques.

I can't remember the last time, or ever, that I've seen any "Sale" at Proper, so take this as big news for this coming Black Friday.

STORE: PROPER

DEAL: 25% the entire shop

DATE: 11.27.2009 (Black Friday)

ADDRESS: 425 E 1st St

Long Beach, CA 90802-4905

(562) 628-9100

Creative Recreation Shoes Parking Lot Sale at Sportie LA

Creative Recreation is one of my favorite shoe brands and for good reason; their styles are original, edgy, and owner Rich One is a very good friend of mine. For those who don't know, Rich "One" Confinco has been in the shoe industry for years, formerly designing for Vans, launching other boutique shoe brands, and finally, grinding on Creative Recreation for somewhere around a decade. Rich One is a ultra-talented artist who has designed art for many of his neighborhood homies including the first 12" single cover for Up Above Records "Can U Hear It," the first 2 Visionaries album covers, and the Visionaries "Eyecon" logo. Rich's circle of friends and family include the Beat Junkies, Visionaries, and the owners of Crooks & Castles. While everyone knows that I'm a shoe head, well, Rich One is one of the O.G.'s when you're talking sneakers, probably about a decade and a half appreciating kicks before the "sneaker craze."

As a graff writer, dancer, and consummate hip-hop head, Rich One lives by the philosophy of being original and adhering to the "NO BITING" ethic that has been seemingly lost in this generation of copy-cat, formula-stealing clones. Shortly after the Creative Recreation "Cesario" started gaining recognition from LA, Tokyo, to NYC, you will see the obvious "influences" the shoe had on designs from Puma to Nike. With that being said, you should know that Creative Recreation is just that:
Uber-Creative design in footwear for your Recreational activities.

Well, here's your chance to scoop some CRecs up at a "Parking Lot Sale" at Sportie LA.
Friday 10.23 through Sunday 10.25.2009
12 - 6 pm
Sportie LA
7753 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90046

Eastbay Sale - Up to 70% Off

Eastbay magazine has been around for ages - and they manage to do it without walk-in stores. I remember back in middle school my friends and I would pass time in homeroom making wishlists, picking and choosing our favorite items. The easy choice was always the newest pair of Nike Air Jordan's. For bonus points, you'd have to be patient and find the golden nugget - the pair of shoes that you knew no one would get, but when they saw them, they'd wish they had them. Another favorite were the Ken Griffey Jr's, which are still around and a good buy.



Right now Eastbay is having a massive sale - up to 70% off a huge selection of shoes and apparel. From Nike to LRG to Hurley, ROCAWEAR, DC, and the increasingly popular ecko. Regardless of your style and preference, now is the perfect time to shop Eastbay. In addition to the 70% Off Eastbay sale, use a coupon code for another 20% discount. These are massive savings on top-level shoes and apparel.



To receive 20% off your $99 purchase, enter the promotion code at checkout. Order value must total $99 or more before taxes, shipping and handling. Valid online at eastbay.com, by mail or phone. Does not apply to prior purchases or open orders and cannot be combined with any other offers.



Up to 70% Off Shoes and Apparel
Use coupon code is IPEB9949 for 20% Off.
Click here for full details.
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Eastbay is also offering to give away a free catalog issue. Just fill out this form by clicking here.

Eastbay Sale - Up to 70% Off

20% Discount - Clearance Sale / Promo Code 5MILERUN - Nike Store

Nike. Summer Clearance Sale. We know you love it. See below:

Click here for the coupon.

20% Discount - Clearance Sale / Promo Code 5MILERUN - Nike Store

Deal Details:

Nike Store Clearance Sale 20% Off

Use promo code 5MILERUN at checkout to receive an additional 20% off clearance products on NikeStore (http://store.nike.com/index.jsp?c...eloc=P1).*

Use promo code NEXTSHIP88 to receive free shipping on your order of $125.000 or more.**

* Enter promo code 5MILERUN at checkout. Discount valid on merchandise found in online Clearance section only. Shipping charges calculated after discount. Not transferable and not redeemable for cash, credit, towards previous purchases. Redeemable at NikeStore.com, Swoosh.com, or via telephone only. Can be used in combination with Free Shipping promo codes only. Offer expires June 24, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. PST.

** Enter promo code NEXTSHIP88 at checkout. Not valid on NIKEiD or Gift Cards (Gift Cards always ship free). For discount to apply the minimum merchandise total must be $125.00 after any other discounts are taken and before shipping, handling and taxes are added. Valid for standard ground shipping to one destination only. Order usually arrives in 2-9 business days. Not transferable and not redeemable for cash or for credit towards previous purchases. Valid at NikeStore.com, Swoosh.com, or via telephone only. Offer expires June 17, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. PST.

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Donate a Pair of Shoes & Receive 30% off New Ones - Code 77_SOLES4SOULS_FB - Puma Store | Coupon

There aren't a lot of deals out there that are as altruistic as they are financially rewarding. Puma has released one of the few. For a limited time, you can donate a pair of shoes and receive 30% the purchase of your next, new pair. Pretty sweet. A lot like a trade-in, except your used shoes will go to someone in need. Talk about that I-JUST-MADE-A-DIFFERENCE-IN-THE-WORLD feeling! Sweet coupon, Puma! Check it out below:

Click Here for the Deal

Donate a Pair of Shoes & Receive 30% off New Ones

Use Coupon Code "77_SOLES4SOULS_FB" at Puma Stores for the Discount.

We at Qmania covered Puma before here on the blog. We do it again because we love them. I, Glenn Friesen, love them particularly obsessively. Hey, I can't help it. Could you? Look at these.... love 'em. :) See all our greatest deals now.

30% Off - Stimulus Week - Foot Locker | Discount Coupon

First, Japan announces their biggest ever economic stimulus plan. Then, Del released his stimulus package album, available for free download. Now, Foot Locker has launched their stimulus week promotion - discounting their products by 30%. Considering how much the recession and stimulating the economy is being talked about, I think it's safe to say that just about everyone probably needs a new pair of shoes. I know I do! Foot Locker has the stock to meet our need, and at a 30% discount? Sweet. Plus, with summer coming, it's probably time for a new polo or two. Foot locker is selling them for $5. Hard to beat.

See Below:

Click Here for the Coupon

30% Off Stimulus Week from Foot Locker!

The Catch:

None beyond getting to a Foot Locker store between today (Wednesday 5/20/09) and next Tuesday ( 5/26/09).

When in store, Foot Locker Staff will need to enter in this keycode to activate the 30% discount: 6683. When buying online, you'll need to enter in this code to receive 30% off: FF9YL522.

Deal Details:

• Certificate must be presented at time of purchase. Offer valid in the US and US Territories.
• Present this Certificate at participating Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker & Kids Foot Locker stores.
• Certificate cannot be used in clearance stores or in conjunction with any other coupon or discount offers.
• Not redeemable for cash.
• Applicable taxes must be paid by bearer.
• Void if copied and where prohibited, licensed, or regulated.
• Certain in-store, catalog and internet exclusions may apply.
• Polo Offer valid on Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker & Kids Foot Locker Brand polos in participating stores only.
• Polo offer not available for online purchases.
• Please see store associate or the Foot Locker website for all details.

We at Qmania truly enjoy our kicks, so a Foot Locker deal is a lot of fun to cover. There are a lot of other shoe deals available on Qmania. Check out hip deals on hyped shoes here.

80% Discount - Rock & Republic: L.A. Sample Sale

Rock & Republic

is having their annual spring sample sale in a couple of days. And where else but in Los Angeles! Heck ya! If you're in Los Angeles, and dig looking good (who doesn't?) here are the details for the sample sale:

• 50% to 80% off! That's a great discount!


• Denim Jeans, tops, outwear, shoes, and accessories
• In Culver City
• Rock & Republic men, women and children’s wear.
• Keep an eye out for their Noir Collection (for cold weather)

• May 1 to May 3

Fri-Sat 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sun 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sony Studios, Stage 9
10202 W. Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232

We here at Qmania are big fans of secret sales like this one from Rock & Republic. With discounts and deals like this sample sale, who wouldn't be a fan? Especially up the road in Los Angeles? Nice!

Spread the word on this one folks! May is just around the corner, after all. Maybe that well-dressed friend of yours might dig it. :)