Vibram soles have set the
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(NYSE: PSS) today reported that same-store sales increased 0.66 billion during fiscal 2004, and same-store sales
increased 2.6% 0.2 0.com (R), at http://www.payless.

For additional information regarding January 2005 sales performance ,
please call the Payless ShoeSource Investor Relations phone line at
1-800-626-3204. The Company
currently operates over 200 stores nationwide under two formats,
Bakers and Wild Pair.

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Whether you are setting sail, river
guiding, canyon hiking, canoeing or hanging out at the hotel pool, spend time
researching the sole to insure a safe and fun water sports experience. See http://www. Select submenu 1, option 2.paylessinfo.

THIS PRESS RELEASE CONTAINS FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS (WITHIN THE
MEANING OF SECTION 27(A) OF THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 AND SECTION
21(E) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934). BAKERS FOOTWEAR HAS NO
DUTY TO UPDATE SUCH STATEMENTS.

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7% 2.4%

* Sales from continuing operations.com .

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This change will be implemented in the fourth
quarter of fiscal 2004, and will have an immaterial impact on property
and equipment, total assets, total liabilities, cash provided by
operating activities, and cash used in investing activities. This change will
be immaterial to operating income.

This category is for footwear sites that offer online shopping .

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Vibram(R) is recognized worldwide as the leader in high performance soles
for outdoor , recreational, and work footwear.66 0.
Previously, construction allowances received from landlords for
leasehold improvements were accounted for as a reduction of capital
expenditures .

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* Lugs: Soles featuring lugs that act as suction disks on rocks and flat
surfaces provide excellent traction.3 $137. Operations in the
company's Latin American region (178 stores ) and Japan are included in
total company results on a one-month lag relative to results from other
regions.
At the end of fiscal 2005, 22 stores remained closed from the impact of
hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma.

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ST. ACTUAL FUTURE EVENTS AND CIRCUMSTANCES
COULD DIFFER MATERIALLY FROM THOSE SET FORTH IN THIS STATEMENT DUE TO
VARIOUS FACTORS.

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A flat profile found in the
Sperry Gold Nautical Shoe is best for docks and boat decks.
The effect of this change will be that landlord allowances will be
amortized over the related lease terms as a reduction of rent expense,
rather than as a reduction of depreciation expense.

About Bakers Footwear Group

Bakers Footwear Group is a national, mall-based, specialty
retailer of distinctive footwear and accessories for young women.

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*** Same-store sales represent sales of those stores in the United
States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Guam and Saipan that were open during both
periods.

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, When searching for footwear that
performs well on or near the water put serious consideration into the outsole,
the key component in an amphibious shoe. The Keen Yogui features Vibram's TC4 water sports
compound.2 1. Wild Pair stores offer fashion-forward footwear to both
women and men between the ages of 17 and 24.

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com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050428/NYFNSH06 )
"Amphibious shoes should feature soles that provide superior traction,
stability, flexibility and grip," explains Tony Post president of Vibram(R)
the worldwide leader in high performance soles for outdoor, recreational and
work footwear., Payless ShoeSource, Inc.

Sales were as follows (unaudited):

JANUARY SALES* (DOLLARS IN MILLIONS)
Fiscal Fiscal Percent Same-Store Sales***
2005** 2004** Increase Percent Increase
$139. Same-store-sales exclude stores in the company's Latin American
region and Japan. FACTORS THAT COULD CAUSE THESE CONDITIONS NOT TO BE
SATISFIED INCLUDE MATERIAL CHANGES IN CAPITAL MARKET CONDITIONS OR IN
BAKERS FOOTWEAR'S BUSINESS, PROSPECTS, RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OR
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND OTHER RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES, INCLUDING THOSE
DETAILED IN BAKERS FOOTWEAR 'S FILINGS WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE
COMMISSION.

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newscom. For example, a
heel-and -toe bumper is important for increased protection to
lightweight mesh uppers often found on boat shoes.com .

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* Water Sports Compound: Make sure your sole is made from a water sports
compound that will provide excellent traction and slip resistance on
wet or dry surfaces .

6 percent increase from $137. A variety of known and unknown risks and uncertainties
and other factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the
anticipated results or expectations .

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3 million, a 1.3 percent. Total
sales for the fourth quarter 2005 were $611.

Bakers Footwear Announces Lease Accounting Correction; Change to Have No Impact on Fourth Quarter or Fiscal 2004 Net Income

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* Non-marking Rubber: Demand a non-marking rubber compound to eliminate
the need for surface clean up.

Payless ShoeSource Reports January Same-Store Sales

Total sales for fiscal 2005 were $2.4% 2. Please refer to the company's Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 29, 2005 and the Form
10-Q for the period ending October 29, 2005, for more information on risk
factors that could cause actual results to differ. The Company plans to report fourth quarter and fiscal 2004
year results on March 11, 2005.
After consultation with its external auditors , Bakers Footwear
Group is correcting its accounting for landlord allowances.

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Look for a self-cleaning lug
design that sheds dirt and debris easily for superior grip and
durability.3 million , compared with $607.

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2
million in the fourth quarter 2004.67
billion, compared with $2. Effective with the fourth quarter of 2004, landlord
allowances will instead be accounted for as accrued rent liabilities.

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com.
* Tread Pattern: The tread pattern should feature large surface-area
contact points for wet traction, and channels for directing water from
under the foot, to minimize hydroplaning and prevent falls. All data
in this press release relate to continuing operations .3 $607.67 $2.

Payless ShoeSource, Inc.

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Company sales totaled $139. Weaker
categories included women's and men's boots .

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What To Look For In A Water Sports Shoe Sole

CONCORD, Mass.vibram.

Tips for a successful water shoe search include:
* Request Features Germane to the Specific Watersport. TOPEKA, Kan. Payless stores offer quality family footwear and
accessories at affordable prices.

This release contains forward-looking statements relating to anticipated
financial performance. LOUIS----Bakers Footwear Group
(NASDAQ:BKRS) today announced that it will correct its accounting for
landlord allowances received for leasehold improvements in compliance
with FASTB No. Bakers stores focus on women between the ages of
12 and 29.

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3%

YEAR-TO -DATE SALES* (DOLLARS IN BILLIONS)
Fiscal Fiscal Percent Same-Store Sales***
2005** 2004** Increase Percent Increase
$2.


In January, the company had strong results in women's and men's dress and
casual shoes , women's and children's athletic shoes, and girl's shoes. In addition, customers can buy shoes over
the Internet through Payless.

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Today, the company works with established brands
including Danner , La Sportiva, Lowa, Merrell, Montrail, Nike ACG, Red Wing,
Scarpa, Vasque, Wolverine and many more .2
million during fiscal January of last year.8%

4TH QUARTER SALES* (DOLLARS IN MILLIONS)
Fiscal Fiscal Percent Same-Store Sales***
2005** 2004** Increase Percent Increase
$611.
The receipt of new spring merchandise, combined with less aged product, is
contributing to a clean seasonal transition . The company remains committed to
its goal of achieving low single-digit positive same-store sales growth
through more consistent execution of its merchandise strategy to inspire fun,
fashion possibilities for the family.

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8 percent during
the January reporting period, the four weeks ended January 28, 2006 . This
change will have no impact on net income, sales or shareholders'
equity.

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* Sole Profile: A highly rounded sole profile like that found in Chaco's
Z/1 and Z/2 sandals improves grip on rugged terrain and is ideal for
sports such as kayaking and canyoneering.

* * The fiscal year for operations in the company's Latin American region
and Japan is based on a December 31 year-end. is the largest specialty family footwear retailer
in the Western Hemisphere . The company does not
undertake any obligation to release publicly any revisions to such forward -
looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or
to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

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(Photo: http://www. As of the end of fiscal January 2005 , the Company
operated a total of 4,605 stores, which includes the 22 stores that remain
closed due to hurricanes. Or, visit our Investor Relations
website at http://www. 88-1.
To correct the classification of all landlord allowances received
for existing leases through the end of the third quarter of 2004, the
company will make a cumulative adjustment as of the beginning of the
fourth quarter of 2004, increasing property and equipment, and
increasing accrued rent liabilities, by approximately $817,000 each.
Prior years' and prior quarters' financial results will not be
restated due to the immateriality of this issue to the Company's
operating results, financial position, or cash flows for the current
year or any individual prior year or quarter.

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For the fourth quarter, same -store sales increased by 2.4 percent during the year. The
Company's merchandise includes private label and national brand dress,
casual and sport shoes, boots, sandals and accessories.

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