One Hundred Years... this new year marks the 100th anniversary of my great grandfather Pasquale Chiappetta starting a footwear retail and repair business in the then bustling Simmons mattress city of Kenosha.  This major milestone for our family has made me think long and hard about what the secret sauce has been for the economic longevity of Chiappetta Shoes.  The…

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Well, folks, we have come to the conclusion of our holiday and small business collaboration with Sparrow Boutique in Milwaukee’s Bayview neighborhood. We appreciate them for sharing their boho goodies with us to show all of you the storytelling whimsy you can create with your shoes and accessories. Check In-Store for Items in this Flat Lay Please peruse through Sparrow’s…

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Is one holiday outfit just not enough for this time a year? Well, we think it's good to be over-prepared! That's why Chia Shoes and Sparrow have prepared another dressed up and very fashionable outfit. With a beautiful black comfy dress, we wanted to provide a variety of shoe options that would match well with it. Chia Shoes has a…

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Collaboration Written by Amy Sichmeller When I initially sat down to plan for this recipe post, I was leaning towards sharing a holiday recipe. Something healthy yet seasonal. Honestly, there are holiday recipes EVERYWHERE and this idea was not lighting a fire under me for some reason. Could 2020 be to blame? Probably? Maybe? Maybe not? I hear from many…

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With the most wonderful time of year coming up, Chiappetta Shoes and Sparrow Boutique want you to be well prepared for all the socially distanced events and parties you will be attending this year. Everyone always spends too much time trying to figure out what to wear for their holiday parties, so Chia Shoes and Sparrow already built that outfit…

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Last-minute holiday shopper? Couldn’t be us…jk we all get into this situation at some time or another (or this is an every year thing for you). Either way, we don't judge and are instead, here to help! Chiappetta Shoes Holiday Shopping Guide has you covered for the holidays with great stocking stuffers or fashionable shoes to set under the tree.…

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Rudolf and his bright, ruby nose isn't the only way to stand out this holiday. 𐂂🚨 Lead the way in style with a pallet of red in your outfit this winter from Chiappetta Shoes and Sparrow Boutique. "Comfort" and "fashion" are our two favorite words to put in the same sentence. That is something we feel represents this outfit in…

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Now that we have made it to the final month of 2020, it's time to bring out the boots and bundle up for the cold days ahead. However, that doesn't mean you can't look good during the upcoming blistering months. From a cozy ECCO wedge trim to a fuzzy cardigan, Chiappetta Shoes and Sparrow Boutique have you covered to stay…

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Hello! Last week, we were happy to introduce you all to Amy of Wellmade Restorative. Amy is a certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Counselor that promotes happy and healthy living lifestyles. Amy is a small business owner in Kenosha, Wisconsin, just like Chiappetta Shoes! This is the first of many great-tasting and healthy recipes Amy will be sharing with us.…

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We are back again for another collaboration with Sparrow Boutique to continue the push for supporting small business and all of the wonderful things we have to offer. In today's blog, we wanted to discuss what Sparrow's favorite thing about retail is. So let's dive into the retail business a little more. Enjoy! The retail business can be very demanding,…

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Chiappetta Shoes is happy to introduce a new blog series to help promote health and wellness. Chia Shoes is also a big supporter of local and small businesses. That's why we are collaborating with Amy Sichmeller and her company, Wellmade Restorative. Wellmade Restorative is a lifestyle resource for those striving to live a vibrant and more fulfilling life. We might…

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It’s officially Small Business Saturday!! This year, more than ever before is the time to shop local and shop small! I know our holiday collaborator, Sparrow Boutique, echoes that sentiment, too. Shop Local to Support Small Businesses When starting our partnership with the Sparrow team, they defined what a small business means to them as “supporting a local entrepreneur or…

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