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Uptown's Linus boutique offers indie and edgy shoes for fall season through Nov. 1

11:18 AM CDT on Thursday, September 4, 2008

By DAVID NINH / The Dallas Morning News dninh@dallasnews.com

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Kristen Radakovich knows shoes. The aficionada lived in London before Dallas and was inspired by European shoe designs she saw on the streets and in boutiques; at one point, she even attended shoe-making classes.

When it came time to start her own business, she envisioned an intimate European-style salon where shoppers could escape and get personalized attention for their feet. A few years ago, she put her best foot forward and opened Linus to cater to the stiletto set in a houselike setting in Uptown (right above Kacky & Carl). She brings in new wares during limited seasonal periods.

You won't find the usual Blahniks and Choos at this intimate shop; look for indie and edgy numbers from notables such as Barbara Bui, Banfi Zambrelli and Dusica Dusica. Linus is open for fall through Nov. 1.

Open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 2724 Routh St. 214-965-0180. www.linuslounge.com.

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