Monthly Archives: January 2011

Target’s ‘Splendid’ New Line & Talbots Troubles

There’s not such stellar news from Talbots today, the company’s sales numbers didn’t meet projections, and its stock price hit a 52-week low. From a Reuters story:

“The debt-laden retailer, hit by slowing sales in the last few quarters, has been trying to woo younger women with trendier clothes, but its efforts have stalled.” Continue reading

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When It’s Lilly or Louder & When a Royal-to-Be Wears Black

In addition to the sheer top, the young lady’s choice of black for a wedding is under scrutiny.

The circumstances are reminiscent of an eyebrow-raising appearance made by Prince William’s mother, Lady Diana Spencer, when she made a public appearance shortly after her engagement to Prince Charles was announced in 1981. Continue reading

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“Are You a Jackie or a Marilyn?” & Bestselling Author Pamela Keogh

Jackie would have loved Facebook for the JFK Library, and would have used it to keep in touch while also keeping everyone at bay. And she would have shopped, absolutely, at sites like Net-a-Porter, Gilt, Chanel. But her email address would be like the nuclear codes, probably three people would have had her email address. Continue reading

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Lilly Spring 2011 Pt. 2, “Prep Style Here To Stay” & Sears Buying J. Crew?

“Being preppy is more than just a sartorial statement, it’s a way of life. However, you don’t have to join the country club to co-opt a preppy vibe for your home.” Continue reading

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Sneak Peek: Lilly Pulitzer Spring 2011 Stationery & Gifts

Designed specifically for the iPad, this is a snug silicone cover, available in the two patterns shown above, You’re Flagged and Bloomers, retailing at $24.50. We will also have a new iPad/Netbook sleeve, this one crafted from neoprene, similar to the current Lilly Laptop Cases and our Jonathan Adler Laptop Sleeves, these will be $24.50. Continue reading

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