US branded footwear retailer DSW Inc. has reported a comparable store sales increase of 4.2% for the thirteen weeks ended April 29, compared with the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2005. Net sales for the thirteen weeks increased 12.3% to $316.5 million from $281.8 million for the same period last year.

DSW, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, offers brand name and designer dress, casual and athletic footwear for women and men. It currently operates 204 stores in 33 states.