Word: calzaturificio
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Dates: during 1968-1968
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...Unlike Calzaturificio of Varese, the largest shoemaker in Italy's domestic market, Fiamma turns out most of her shoes for foreign feet. Eldest child of the founder of Ferragamo of Florence, she took over her present position when her father died in 1960, despite the fact that she was only 18. Her youthfulness has hardly been a handicap. From 76,000 pairs in 1960, Ferragamo has increased its annual production to 130,000 pairs, of which 70% are sold abroad. By far the biggest market is the U.S., where fashion-conscious women spend $22 for simple suede knock abouts...
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