Income attributable to the DSW parent decreased 22% to $10,827,000 from $13,824,000 for the second quarter on net sales that were down 4% to $739,762,000 from $771,900,000, with total comps off 5.0%. U.S. retail sales were down 5% at $610.9 million, comping down 4.9% despite improving results throughout the quarter. Store conversion increased 1% as consumers responded to assortment changes and higher in-stock levels. Birkenstock got a call-out as a highlight of several national brand campaigns for the summer. By category, women's dress led with a 5% positive comp. Athletic comped ... Log in to view full article.