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Brazilian Footwear Group Arezzo Steps Up U.S. Expansion
Arezzo already operates six stores in the U.S., mainly for its Schutz and Alexandre Birman labels.
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The luxury retailer has had its assets blocked by the government for allegedly not paying its taxes.
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