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Buckhead shoes shares insights from CBME

September 15, 2025
|In Trade Shows, Interviews, Business Interviews
|By Katie Kendrick

Interview with Buckhead owner: Erdem Yılmaz

In this Pirouette interview, we sit down with the founder of Buckhead Shoes to talk innovation, trade shows, and what it really takes to stand out in kids’ footwear. From their unique Flex Form inlay sole technology with arch support and antibacterial layers, to their approach at CBME Türkiye, Buckhead shares why this show exceeded expectations and delivered serious buyers from around the world.

Discover how the brand tailors collections for different climates—from waterproof boots in the UK to après-ski styles for Russia—and hear their tips for exhibitors and buyers alike.

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Katie Kendrick

Katie is a specialist in kids’ fashion and lifestyle, editor, consultant, content creator, and owner of Pirouette - a leading resource to the industry.

With a keen interest in both the business and creative aspects of the industry Katie has interviewed buyers, agents, stylists, designers, influencers, covered runway shows, produced trade show reports and curates thought provoking and engaging exhibitions.

She is passionate about good design, creativity and brands that manage to combine this with their environmental responsibility.

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