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Literati launches pop culture inspired t-shirts
ed edition and collectible. Literati produces high quality clothing to reflect the refined tastes of their customers. Literati is a brand that describes itself as an elite group of people with a status acquired not by riches and material possessions, but rather a wealth of knowledge combined with a curiosity to attain, understand and appreciate all things inspired by words. Literati clothing... |
Weary of old wardrobes, women buying clothes again
...erentiated products and loyal customer base.At the same time, others are fixing self-inflicted merchandise issues that have long dogged them. Chico's on Wednesday posted better-than-expected profit and a 13 percent sales rise in what one analyst deemed a "blowout quarter."The company has reversed a longtime sales decline by making its clothing less matronly and trying to appeal to women with style... |
Plus-size fashion market squeezed in recession
...esigns like never before, but customers are not buying clothes at the rate they used to.MIAMI –The American waistline may be expanding, but plus-size shoppers are tightening their belts.People just aren't buying plus-size clothing at the rate they used to. Apparel in general — being a discretionary purchase — is suffering because of the economy, but plus-size has been particularly hard hit.Accordi... |
Nordstrom opens new store at Fashion Place Mall in Murray
...,000-square-foot store offers customers an expanded selection of quality and luxury fashion brands for women, men and children. The original Nordstrom at Fashion Place opened in 1981."We're thrilled to give our customers a new store and thank them for shopping with us for almost 30 years," said Stephani Edmunds, Nordstrom at Fashion Place store manager. "When customers walk through the doors for t... |
Dress Down Day for BCSC by T-Shirtmonster
...hirtmonster.ca, an e-commerce custom t-shirt printer that hosts an online platform for sellers and buyers, has created a unique clothing line for Breast Cancer Society of Canada. Over 21 breast cancer awareness t-shirt designs are now available in Breast Cancer Society Canada's online Gallery, just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Dress Down Day in October! All Breast Cancer t-shirt d... |
Vintage clothing trendsetter opens new online store
... middle man as savings to our customers. These fashionable items are also now available at the online LA Vintage store. But LA Vintage does more than just sell fashionable vintage clothing and accessories online. In addition to being a fully integrated recycling company that diverts more than twelve million pounds of clothing and an additional five million pounds of shoes from landfills every year... |
NY Fashion Week to push stylish consumers to spend
...rtment stores early to please customers against clothes that arrive so early no one is ready to buy them, she said. "Sometimes it takes you getting down to the bottom to relook at it all," she said.Von Furstenberg suggested shipping fewer clothes more often. "It's important for everybody to shrink the offering, make it more exciting and maybe make it more often," she said.FASHION GLOSSWith U.S. un... |
US stores invest in 'greener' production
...n methods. It's also pleasing customers...Eco-friendly, sustainable and ethical are words that have become part of the permanent lexicon of manufacturers and retailers in recent years.From the smallest 500-square-foot shop to the mass chain with 1,000-plus stores, companies are looking for ways to lower their carbon footprints, conserve energy, identify ethical sourcing partners and educate consum... |
Fashion industry heavyweights speak at MAGIC Marketplace
... discussing the critical role customer service plays in the corporate world. NPD Group's world renowned analyst Marshal Cohen will explain how fashion businesses must forge ahead in this new decade. And if you're looking to expand global efficiency, you'll hear one of Obama's top Trade Reps, Gail Strickler, explain up-to-date information on free trade agreements.Additional topics will be covered, ... |
Aventura Clothing increases eco-awareness thru corporate practices
...ionable, Eco-friendly women's clothing, is taking their green initiative one step further. Sportif USA, Inc., parent to Aventura clothing, has implemented multiple environmentally conscious practices in order to reduce their corporate carbon footprint."Located in the Sierra Nevada's, one of the most naturally beautiful parts of the U.S., why would we not want to do our part to reduce our resource ... |
Tees for kids to outlast whims of fashion
r that products that have a retro feel, or edge, are incredibly popular with children and parents alike. Our new range of unisex t-shirts and rompers, featuring exclusive prints of icons such as Mr T, Kylie and Rambo, for example, have been designed to offer customers a vibrant, on-trend product, that is perhaps more user-friendly than traditional eighties clothing". The Kids Window Limited... |
Wildchild Streetwear on fashion at MTV Best Dance Crew
... of products, warehousing and customer support to private labeled manufacturing of garments. Wildchild Nation is a lifestyle urban clothing company based in New York City. Wildchild Nation's urban clothing brand, Wildchild, produces men's and women's quality, trend-right designs influenced by the Soho, urban wear, streetwear, and vintage markets. In line with their mission, they push to revitalize... |
Avril Lavigne models for teen clothing
Pop/rock idol Avril Lavigne shoots a new series of feature photos for a teen fashion label. ... |
Snow stalls jewelry sales, but men still buying
...onexistent, while others said customers braved the elements to shop.New York--The economic slowdown and severe snowstorms packed a one-two punch for jewelers this weekend, with many reporting slow sales despite new sales tactics, while others celebrated the last-minute male shopper.As part of National Jeweler's annual holiday weekend roundup, which appears online every Monday through the end of th... |
Survey: Jewelers rate tops in customer service
...hoppers for their outstanding customer service, according to the annual National Retail Federation (NRF) Foundation/American Express customers' Choice survey, conducted by the NRF Foundation, the research and educational arm of the NRF.According to shoppers, the top 10 retailers for customer service, in alphabetical order, are:Amazon.comColdwater CreekHSNJ.C. PenneyKohl's Department StoresLands' E... |
Take the right steps this spring with the Athlete's Foot
... Athlete's Foot (TAF) advises customers to take the "right steps" when buying new performance footwear. The correct pair of shoes can not only improve athletic performance but also reduces the chance of injury. TAF's proprietary FitPrint technology and Dr.'s Night program, available at participating TAF performance stores, are designed to help TAF sales associates educate customers on making the r... |
Will interactive displays appeal to consumers?
...he interactive displays allow customers to slip the displayed rings on their fingers without a salesperson's assistance, but the rings cannot be easily snatched away as they are tethered to a weight (similar to the Apple store experience)."I'm noticing that my customers are getting older," Blevins says. "I need to be [attracting] customers who are getting engaged, buying five-year, 10-year anniver... |
M&S celebrates 125th birthday with Penny Bazaar
...unces a special treat for its customers next week – it is kick-starting its 125th birthday celebrations by going back to its roots as the Original Penny Bazaar and offering an exclusive range of M&S products for just one penny each.For three days only from Wednesday 20 May, all M&S main chain stores across the UK will house an Original Penny Bazaar, offering the range of 20 different produ... |
JAWBONE designs envisioned by Oakley Tour de France riders
...orm for us to unleash our new custom JAWBONE eyewear," said Colin Baden, president of Oakley. "Our Tour riders are absolute originals, each with a unique style and approach to life. The Oakley custom Program lets them take this unbelievable optical instrument called JAWBONE and make it their own by choosing colors -- not just for the main frame but for four component categories as well. Performanc... |
PGI offers recession-beating platinum sales tips
... platinum.1. Enter the bridal customer's parallel universe. Since bridal customers are in love and feeling optimistic, PGI suggests that jewelers don't burst the bubble by assuming they do not want or cannot afford platinum. Instead of price, make the bridal sale based on the value and beauty of the piece, the guild advises. Jewelers should also remember to use the drop test so that customers can ... |
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