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Joanna Gray has been a force in women's shoes in Baltimore for over 25 years. New owners, Mag Dusseau and Jan Peterka acquired the business in 2007, bringing their fresh approach and love for shoes to Joanna Gray, while keeping true to the Joanna Gray customers. Mag and Jan are always in search for the 'perfect shoe', these two best friends have embarked on a journey, you think you love shoes, I bet Mag has a bigger shoe closet than Imelda Marcos. |
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A little know fact, when they attend the new season trade shows, instead of watching the shoes being modeled, Mag tries on every pair of shoes, which means they make sure that the lines they carry are not only gorgeous but comfortable. Baltimoreans who have shopped in Joanna Gray look forward to seeing Jody Kesner, the store manager, and if you are new to the store, you too will be sitting on Jody's couch catching up on much needed girl chat.
Jody has been a part of Joanna Gray since its inception and knows her customers and what they like. Those of us who just can't stand missing out on a cute peep toe stiletto, or a bejeweled ballet flat, Jody has your back, she will make sure you are in the know when a style and your size is in, especially an in between surprise that a designer just decided to debut.
The Joanna Gray customer trust that when she walks in not only will the service be impeccable as well as personal, the shoes will evoke style with sophistication and elegance, and sometimes with a bit of whimsy. Joanna Grey offers shoes to compliment a wide range of wants and desires whether you are attending a cocktail party in Roland Park, a black tie affair at the BMA, or one of the spring races in Baltimore County. |
Whether you are on the hunt for a specific shoe or you are just grazing, let Mag, Jan or Jody guide you to your next pair of perfect shoes, whether they are a wedge, sling back, platform or even a flip flop designed by Baltimore's own Nina Showan, a local chiropractor who has designed an flip flop with an amazing arch support.
Joanna Gray carries over forty design lines, those exclusive to the store includes Jerome Rousseau a young chic designer form Quebec, who has made his mark on luxury footwear. He is at the top of his game, gold metallic ankle boots that boast a 5 inch heel are screaming with your little black dress, crayon colored peep toe pumps perfect with a pair of skinny jeans, and a new twist on a T strap pump that whispers sexy when you enter a room. His designs have been featured in Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar. Jerome Rosseau needs a home, these hot shoes just say yes when shopping at Joanna Grays. |
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Stefano Ferragamo
Stefano Ferragamo's new line Caligarius, Roman for shoemaker, is designed and made in Italy, encompasses all images associated with Italian shoes. Commitment to style and comfort, while incorporating exquisite materials with refined engineering; the Caligarius line is truly designed for the shoe connoisseur. Stefano Ferragamo dedicates its designs to the gorgeous women who wear them. |
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Ann Roth
Ann Roth launched her shoe line in 2006, spent a great deal of time researching and designing her blue toile espadrille, once she had the design and engineering in place she was off and running. Her shoe designs offer a bit of nostalgic charm and elegance to classic silhouettes. Ann Roth's shoes are handmade by craftsman in Spain, but designed by Ann in the USA.
Ann is based in Atlanta and offers custom design shoes for local women who may want a unique pair of espadrilles, or a bride who wants something special for her wedding day. Her designs are starting to make the rounds including the presidential inauguration; Joe Biden's daughter was wearing a pair of Ann Roth's cute pumps. See her featured in Lucky Magazine, Footwear News, and Daily Candy. Joanna Grey will be happy to fit you in your next pair of Espadrilles by Ann Roth.
Joanna Grey features lines that are dedicated to style and comfort including Taryn Rose, hand made Italian shoes are designed to be an all day shoe, very comfortable yet quite stylish and sophisticated. |
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Joanna Grey features lines that are dedicated to style and comfort including Taryn Rose, hand made Italian shoes are designed to be an all day shoe, very comfortable yet quite stylish and sophisticated. |
Helle, Italian made shoes that are fun that will compliment any outfit and are known for superior comfort while delivering excellent arch and metatarsal support, definitely an all day shoe. Donald Pliner is a Chicago native whose shoe designs are manufactured in Italy and Spain. He launched his line in 1989. Donald Pliner designs not only for style but for comfort. Each new design is is dedicated to form and function. He personally designs his entire line and oversees production.
Joanna Gray has the lines that are seen worn by celebrities on the red carpet, the shoe pitch may be steep, but the ladies who wear these shoes are not planning on walking in these shoes for any length of time. Celine an old shoe line that began as a children's shoemaker in 1945, expanded in the 1960's to adult luxury footwear. Celine projects the image of a sexy city girl and has a following that includes Madonna, Jennifer Aniston, and Angelina Jolie.
Christian La Croix launched his line in 1989. He likes his shoes to "finish" the leg, lengthen it, laced, colored and on High Heels. Christian La Croix's fall 2009 designs are showing stilettos that boast a 7 inch heel, I wouldn't concider them in the 2hr category 2hr. If you can walk in them, more power to ya! |
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Joanna Gray also has fabulous hand bags by Kaia Peterka, born in Norway, educated Parson School of design, interned in Paris, and launched her handbag designs in 2006. All Kaia Paris handbags are handmade in the Chelsea neighborhood in NYC.
Kaia's designs are for the modern woman who travels and requires her bag to transition from day to evening. All her bags are lightweight, less than 2lb, and are designed to accommodate laptops, files and even magazines. Kaia Peterka uses Italian Leather, exotic skins and gorgeous brocade lining is found in all her handbags, a must for the modern woman.
Joanna Gray also features Cynthia Vincent Handbags, which were added to her 12th Street label in 2005, have become a must in Hollywood. Cynthia Vincent is known for her metallic, studded hobo bags seen on the shoulders of Nicole Ritchie, Jessica Biel, Rihanna, and Miley Cyrus. It just goes to show that the ladies at Joanna Gray are at the cutting edge when it comes to shoes and accessories. |
Joanna Gray also features Cynthia Vincent Handbags, which were added to her 12th Street label in 2005, have become a must in Hollywood. Cynthia Vincent is known for her metallic, studded hobo bags seen on the shoulders of Nicole Ritchie, Jessica Biel, Rihanna, and Miley Cyrus. It just goes to show that the ladies at Joanna Gray are at the cutting edge when it comes to shoes and accessories.
Joanna Gray supports local charities such as Lung Cancer Research, Local Hospice and neighborhood private schools.
Hours of operation are Mon- Sat 10am-6pm Sunday 12pm-4pm during the spring months, March, April, and May. And they re-open on Sundays for the fall months September & October. Mag, Jan and Jody are happy to open up after hours by appointment, they understand that their clients are busy and can't always make it during regular business hours. |
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Hours: Mon - Sat: 10am to 6pm. Sunday: 12pm to 4pm * Seasonal.
Joanna Gray Shoes
23 Village Square
Village Of Cross Keys
Baltimore, MD 21210
Tel : (410) 435-2233
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