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For those who chose to avoid the MJ tribute ticket hoopla, Repetto unwittingly brings an alternative way to pay respects. Style File reports that the brand's patent "Jackson" loafer has seen sales skyrocket in its Parisian flagship, in both the black and white varieties. As for LA, Fred Segal Trend tells us they've been sold out of the black style for weeks, but have just received a shipment in grey—perfect for those who want to pay homage in a not-so-blatant way [Style File]
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