Dance is a centuries-old art form. Transcending through history and crossing over cultures and traditions, this artistic medium of expression has surpassed the test of time and has now evolved into an overwhelming diversity defined by countless genres. Masters in the art world have been fascinated by the astounding command of grace and mesmerizing appeal of dance that it has become an inspiration in their process of creation. One master is known to be one of the founders of Impressionism, Edgar Degas. The outstanding French master has marked history with his globally renowned ballerina paintings. His distinctive brilliant strokes, radical perspectives and astounding executions of the dance became part of the major inspirations of 20th-century painters such as Picasso. Today, his legacy in the art world remains as an evolving idea that sparks wonderful creations.
In the Philippines, Payless ShoeSource fashions the works of Degas by recreating his masterpieces with the latest collection of American Ballet Theatre (ABT) called ABT Spotlights. The global household name in shoe retail and the renowned dance company collaborate and introduce to the country authentic dance footwear for ballet, tap and jazz. Like art, the well-produced line boasts of wonderful creations made from quality materials to meet the demand and needs of every dancer. The well-designed shoe collection showcases classic forms defining a distinctive taste and evoking style in elegance.
Moving into the future, the look of dance is pirouetting into a whole new world of both comfort and style. Dancers need not go through endless “sole-searching” for the perfect pair. Payless ShoeSource’s ABT Spotlights collection elevates the art form by fusing fashion, form and comfort all into one.
(In the Philippines, Payless is managed by Footwear Specialty Retailers, Inc., a division of Stores Specialists, Inc. It has 17 stores in the following locations: Festival Mall in Alabang, SM Megamall, Ali Mall, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Shoppesville Greenhills, Power Plant Mall, Robinsons Galleria, Market! Market!, Marquee Mall in Pampanga, Paseo de Sta. Rosa in Laguna, TriNoma, SM Manila, Ayala Center Cebu, SM Masinag, Abreeza Mall in Davao, SM Southmall and Nuvali Solenad 2. More stores are set to open this year in Metro Manila,
as well as in Cebu.)
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