Big Buddha [big boo d-uh]: For the fun, creative, unique girl that seeks the same qualities in her footwear. <Shoes that help express her unique spirit.> In between college and high school, Jeremy Bassan took a year off to travel the world, but little did he know that a one way ticket to Thailand would change his life forever. Inspired by the beautifully crafted and exotic bags in Asia, Bassan brought his new passion back to the United States with him. In the early days of Big Buddha, the young designer caused quite a commotion when he started shipping a noticeable number of packages from his college dorm room. From small beginnings designing purses when he wasn't surfing or going to class, Bassan has been diligently working to establish Big Buddha as a front-runner in affordable fashion-forward styles. Steve Madden, the shoe mogul, is constantly discovering young designers and pairing up with them to create something fresh and exciting. In February 2010, the fashion industry was all abuzz, with Madden's latest collaboration being his newly acquired Big Buddha. With Madden's expertise, Big Buddha launched its first shoe line! Designed in the relaxed beach town of Long Beach, CA, Big Buddha shoes pay tribute to the eclectic girl whose playful nature appreciates flirty feminine details as much as boyish charm. Big Buddha’s wisdom lies in bringing bold styling together with distressed, denim-friendly looks that can be worn every day. The new collection will give you that “one of a kind” vintage feeling coupled with the playful and casual attitude of today. Free-spirited and fashion-forward, Big Buddha shoes provide comfortable, original looks at prices that are liberating!