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  Jessica McClintock : Jessica McClintock, a widowed mother of a young son, arrived in California in 1969 with a teaching credential in hand.  Eager to be an educator, Jessica soon learned of a small apparel company known as Gunne Sax. A modest investment soon led to the birth of a premier design house... Jessica McClintock, Inc. Jessica McClintock, a name synonymous with romance, used skills learned at an early age from her beloved seamstress grandmother, to become a fashion icon to a generation. Before long, Jessica had turned Gunne Sax into an empire now known as Jessica McClintock, Inc. Continually creating new and innovative designs, Jessica has expanded her single line of dresses, Gunne Sax, to a multifaceted apparel company, composed of design divisions that cater to the bridal, designer, missy, junior and children's wear customers.

  Jockey Jockey International continues to be a privately held company, headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin. They employ over 5,000 people around the world. Jockey International, Inc. was founded in 1876 by Samuel T. Cooper, a retired minister who wanted to help lumberjacks suffering from blisters and infections caused by their shoddy wool socks. Consumers learned they could trust him, and his tiny hosiery business grew and then expanded into underwear. As they have grown in size and sophistication, that simple commitment to serve their customers has continued to be their hallmark…and the secret of their success.

  Kenneth Cole Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc., incorporated in September 1982, designs, sources and markets a broad range of fashion footwear and handbags and, through license agreements, designs and markets apparel and accessories under its Kenneth Cole New York, Reaction Kenneth Cole and Unlisted brand names. During 2003, the Company added the Bongo trademark brand for footwear through a license agreement. The Company's products are targeted to appeal to fashion conscious consumers, reflecting a casual urban perspective and a lifestyle uniquely associated with Kenneth Cole. These products include core basics that generally remain in demand from season to season and fashion products that are designed to establish or capitalize on market trends. The combination of basic products and fashion styles provides freshness in assortments and maintains a fashion-forward image, while a multiple brand strategy helps diversify business risk. The Company markets its products to more than 7,500 department and specialty store locations, as well as through its Consumer Direct business, which includes more than 80 retail and outlet stores, consumer catalogs and interactive websites, including on-line e-commerce. The Company believes the diversity of its product offerings distinguishes the Company from its competitors in terms of product classifications (men's, women's and children's footwear, handbags, apparel and accessories), prices (from ''better'' to ''moderate'') and styling.

  Laura Ashley : It was Audrey Hepburn who inadvertently sparked the growth of one of the world's best-loved and most successful fashion and furnishing companies. Audrey appeared alongside Gregory Peck in the 1953 film "Roman Holiday", sporting a headscarf and so creating a style that became an instant hit around the globe. It was at exactly that time that a young couple, Laura and Bernard Ashley, were starting to produce headscarves as well as tablemats and napkins on their kitchen table in a flat in Pimlico. The Ashley's had invested £10 in wood for the screen frame, dyes and a few yards of linen. The scarves were an instant success with stores such as John Lewis and Heal's and put them on the road to becoming an international company with a brand that is recognized around the globe.  The inspiration to start producing printed fabric had come from a Women's Institute display of traditional handicrafts at the Victoria & Albert Museum. When Laura looked for small patches carrying Victorian designs to help her make patchworks, she found no such things existed. Here was an opportunity. Laura designed the prints and Bernard built the printing equipment, so forging a complementary partnership that was to give the company its unique strength throughout the years. Laura remained in charge of design until shortly before her death, while Bernard handled the operational side.

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  Linda Anderson : Since 1994, Linda Anderson has offered a diverse selection of gift items, home decor and casual women's apparel. Theysell only good quality merchandise, backed by excellent customer service with an unconditional guarantee.

  Liz Claiborne : Liz Claiborne Inc. designs and markets an extensive range of branded women's and men's apparel, accessories and fragrance products. Their diverse portfolio of quality brands - available domestically and internationally via wholesale and direct-to-consumer channels - consistently meets the widest range of consumers’ fashion needs, from classic to contemporary, active to relaxed and denim to streetwear. Liz Claiborne Inc.’s brands include Axcess, Bora Bora, C & C California, Claiborne, Concepts by Claiborne, Curve, Dana Buchman, Elisabeth, Ellen Tracy, Emma James, Enyce, First Issue, Intuitions, J.H. Collectibles, Juicy Couture, Kate Spade, Kenzie, Kenziegirl, Laundry by Shelli Segal, LIZ, Liz & Co., Liz Claiborne, Lucky Brand Jeans, Mac & Jac, Mambo, Marvella, Mexx, Monet, Monet 2, Prana, Realities, Sigrid Olsen, Soul, Spark, Stamp 10, Tapemeasure, Tint, Trifari, Villager and Yzza. In addition, Liz Claiborne Inc. holds the exclusive, long-term license to produce and sell men's and women's collections of DKNY® Jeans and DKNY® Active in the Western Hemisphere. The Company also has the exclusive license to produce jewelry under the Kenneth Cole New York and Reaction Kenneth Cole brand names.

  LL Bean  L.L.Bean, Inc. has been a trusted source for quality apparel, reliable outdoor equipment and expert advice for more than 90 years. Founded in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean, the company has grown from a one-man operation to a global organization with annual sales in excess of $1.4 billion. Their company headquarters are in Freeport, Maine, just down the road from their original store.

  Loehmann's

  Mark Shale : In 1929 Al Baskin opened his first store in Joliet, Illinois. It was a business built on a simple promise: to bring together the best in men's and women's clothing from around the world with a level of personal service that made his customers feel special. Since then they have built on that promise in their stores, and on their website. Browse around their online store or stop by one of their many retail locations. Either way, you'll find the same uncompromising quality, the same exceptional style... all comfortably modern.

  Maryland Square : Maryland Square offers name brand women's fashion and athletic footwear with extensive shoe sizes and widths in regular and hard to find sizes. 
Chippewa Falls,  WISCONSIN  Phone: 1-800-274-7196   Fax: 715-720-4247
Email: rhunt@masonshoe.com

  Max Studio : Max Studio is a global corporation bringing leading edge fashion design to today's woman.  Sold through MaxStudio.com stores, boutiques, the internet and major department stores around the world..  Founded in 1979 by designer Leon Max, Max Studio.com constantly reflects on the clothing needs of today's woman.

  newCreation Apparel : newCreation Apparel is a small manufacturer, wholesaler and online retailer of classic, modest women’s apparel. Their styles are designed for today’s busy woman and intended to be worn with confidence and for comfort. Their timeless pieces can be mixed, matched and added to existing favorite pieces. All garments are exquisitely tailored from carefully selected fabrics, mostly natural fibers. They offer an extensive variety of skirts and a wide range of sizes (2-20 and soon 22 & 24) and various lengths. The stock on hand of each style is limited. Their products are reasonably priced and 100% guaranteed.  Wholesale includes skirts, jackets, vests, nightwear, and silk slips. Address: 2950 Newmarket Street, Suite 101, #233, Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: 360-676-1015 Fax: 360-676-1646 E-mail: info@newcreationapparel.com  Contact : Sigrid Peterson 

• wholesale skirts
• wholesale jackets
• wholesale vests
• wholesale nightwear / sleepwear
• wholesale slips
• women's retailer

  Newport News  : For over 30 years, Newport News has been empowering women to express their personal style by offering the latest fashions at easily affordable prices. Their  “Real Style, Real Value” approach means staying ahead of the fashion curve with high-quality, on-trend designs.  Their exclusive merchandise is created by a design team in New York. Trends are predicted up to a year in advance and inspired by worldwide influences—from exhibitions and trade fairs to street fashions in Paris and London.  They take what’s new and then they make it their own, with a flattering shape and a feminine feeling. That includes everything from the latest looks to fashion essentials. Two collections they are especially proud of are ShapeFX (figure-enhancing innerwear, swimwear and apparel) and Jeanology (denim designs with ultra-flattering fits). For the most shopping options, you’ll find their complete collections on their website.

  Nicole Miller

  Nordstrom

  Norm Thompson Norm Thompson is a nationwide company with print catalogs and a website. They are a privately owned company that has been a leader in the direct mail business since 1949-leading the way in innovative products and insisting on the highest level of customer service (they were the first to offer customers total satisfaction with their absolute no-risk, You be the Judge™ Guarantee). Half a century ago they were selling hand-tied fishing flies to discerning sportsmen. Today, they are more apt to be selling men's and women's handknit sweaters plus unique accessories, gourmet foods and one-of-a-kind gifts. They offer discerning customers an "Escape from the Ordinary" shopping experience from the moment they pick up the phone to the moment they open their package.

  Odd Shoppe Boutique : The Odd Shoppe Boutique carries the latest in ladies better fashions and accessories. They  have famous labels by: Karen Kane, City Girl, Emil Ruttenberg and so many more.....  Address:  2708 N. Roan St. Johnson City, Tennessee 37601 United States Phone:  (423) 282-2831 or (423) 282-2831  Fax:  (423) 282-2831 Email:  oddshoppe@aol.com  Contact:  Kim Stevens & Sherry Kaylor  Owners

• Gender:   Ladies better fashions and accessories.
• Store Type:   Brick & Mortar
• Retail Category: Specialty

  Old Navy (part of the Gap Inc.) Gap Inc. opened the first three Old Navy stores in 1994, in the Northern California cities of Colma, San Leandro, and Pittsburg. Old Navy's mission is to offer affordable, fashionable clothing and accessories for the whole family. All of their merchandise is sold under the Old Navy name and only in their stores or on their website.

  Old Pueblo Traders : Old Pueblo Traders® began in 1946 as a direct mail retailer of fine Southwestern fashions, moccasins, and Native American crafts and jewelry. They served customers from across the United States, many who discovered them in their small store on Country Club Road while vacationing in Tucson, Arizona. Courteous service, unique selection, and fair pricing won them a loyal following, and they count some of those original patrons among their customers of today. As the times changed, so did they. Their focus shifted from crafts and jewelry to fashions and shoes, and broadened beyond the Southwest. By the 1960's, they were showing all the latest styles in a large, full-color glossy catalog that was mailed across the country to thousands of customers. By 1990 that number had grown to millions and the changes came fast and furiously, as they relocated their business to a larger office/warehouse/customer service campus that today accommodates about 1,000 associates.

• Clothing Catalog

  The Orchid Boutique : they search the most sizzling places in the world to bring you the most exclusive designer swimwear, from bikinis to one-pieces and cover-ups. Their brands are highly buzzed about in the industry but never mainstream. They cater to fashionistas with couture style and avant-garde flair. Their swimsuits have been featured in Sports Illustrated and Maxim Magazine. They also carry fashion jewelry, designer handbags, and ethnic accessories.

• Women's Swimwear
• Women's Clothing Retailer
• Handbag Retailer
• Jewelry Retailer

  Originals Casual Wear They began selling retail by opening carts, kiosks and stores in shopping malls. In 1997 they launched their first mail order catalog.  Much of the success of Originals Casual Wear has been due to their unique hand-stitched look, created by their main artist and designer, Joy Lavik. Her beautiful designs look and feel like they were hand stitched or hand painted. She meticulously draws each stitch by hand and their skilled screen printers print each garment with pride, right there at their Drayton facility. The results are beautiful garments that look like embroidery, hardanger, cross-stitching, tatting, and other forms of needle art.

  Paradise on a Hanger Shirts : Hawaiian style shirts for men and women.

  Paul Harris Stores

  Pendleton

 Pinch Gear : When you see a woman in Pinch Gear, you’d better approach with caution. With style that stuns and attitude that stops traffic, these fashions don’t just make a statement. They make an entrance. No matter what the occasion, Pinch Gear has just the right look for the modern, sexy, sophisticated woman. From flirty to formal, classic to sporty, all eyes will be on you. Create a brand new look from head to toe or mix and match to perk up last season’s favorites. Then add the finishing touches with Pinch Gear accessories and you’re ready to go out and stop traffic.  Pinch Gear.Com Address: 1802 S.W 22 Street Cape Coral, Florida 33991 Phone: 239.283.3580 Fax: 239.282.0505 E-mail: info@pinchgear.com

  Rainbow Shops : Rainbow USA, Inc. is one of the fastest growing junior, kids, plus and petite specialty apparel chains. Headquartered in Brooklyn, NY and founded in 1980, Rainbow is a leader to its 14-29 year old customer. With over 1000 stores in 38 states including 70 stores in Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and operating under various trade names, such as Rainbow Shops, Kidspot, 5-7-9, Ups N Downs, Foxmoor, Caren Charles, Plymouth, One Price and Best Prices, Rainbow USA, Inc. believes its customers appreciate and purchase fashion apparel, but are value conscious and look to Rainbow to provide low cost runway substitutes for their fashion needs. 5-7-9 is a division of 220+ stores providing fashion forward trends to the “teen” customer in malls across the country. Their shoe business has a very loyal following and is thriving since the young, trendy, walk-in, repeat customer enjoys their fashion forward, reasonably priced footwear. Rainbow USA, Inc. maintains its status and loyalty amongst its customer base and has a strong repeat customer client.

  Rampage.com : The Rampage Retail stores are separately owned and operated by the Charlotte Russe Company. They can be contacted at: Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. 4645 Morena Boulevard San Diego, CA 92117 Phone: (858) 587.1500 Toll Free: (877) 266.9327 Fax: (858) 587.0902

  Serengeti

  Shhh!!! : a store in the Miracle Mile area of Los Angeles that specializes in Women's Designer High End Apparel. Although they do offer many of the American Brands, the majority of their inventory is imported from Europe. Shopping at Shhh!!! is a highly personalized experience. An appointment is required, the store address is not revealed until an appointment is booked and confirmed and each guest has the store completely to herself during her scheduled appointment time.  Women in L.A. are notoriously busy, should a guest arrive hungry, she does not remain so for long... Purchases are neatly packaged in traditional rigid set-up boxes with ribbon...a throw back to a time when the customer was pampered and praised...service has not been long forgotten and at Shhh!!! it doesn't end when the customer leaves. Photos of new arrivals from her favorite Designers are placed in her password protected 'mini-website'. Sales at Shhh!!! are held on each customers 'Special Days', a list of personal dates that have individual value to each customer...she is sent an invitation to come in for her own private sale in which every item in the store is lowered by an additional 33.33% in her honor. Keeping in mind that the regular price at Shhh!!! is already 40% off manufacturers suggested prices.  Phone: 323.937.4441 Fax: 323.937.4442 email: deborah@shhh-donttell.com  Contact: Deborah Valdez   Located in Los Angeles, California 

• Women's Fashion Boutique

  Silhouettes

   SmartBargains

  Spiegel : Spiegel, Inc. is a leading international specialty retailer, marketing fashionable apparel and home furnishings to customers through catalogs, more than 550 specialty retail and outlet stores and five Internet sites (Eddie Bauer, Newport-news, Spiegel, Spiegeltronics and Ultimate-outlet). Spiegel's businesses include Eddie Bauer, Newport News and Spiegel Catalog.  Downers Grove, IL   Phone # (630) 986-8800

  Spiegel Ultimate Outlet

  St. John by Marie Gray

  Syms

  Talbots

  Tall Classics

  Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Hilfiger Corporation, through its subsidiaries, designs, sources and markets men’s and women’s sportswear, jeanswear and childrenswear. The Company’s brands include Tommy Hilfiger and Karl Lagerfeld. Through a range of strategic licensing agreements, the Company also offers a broad array of related apparel, accessories, footwear, fragrance, and home furnishings. The Company’s products can be found in leading department and specialty stores throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Mexico, Central and South America, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia and other countries in the Far East, as well as the Company’s own network of outlet and specialty stores in the United States, Canada and Europe

  Two Sisters Apparel : their online store features current women's fashions from elegant clothing companies such as Spencer Alexis, Michael Leu Collection, Alex Evenings, Pineapple Moon, Tianello, We Be Bop, Key Lime Pie, Produce Company, Graff, Nomad, La Cera, El Huarache, On White, Rochelle Sweaters, Key Lime Pie, and Sacred Threads.
Address: 7837 Skyway Paradise, CA 95969 phone 530-877-8967 fax 530-877-1922

• Women's Clothing Store

  Victoria Secret : no need for me to type a company description for Victoria Secret.  I am fairly certain you are already familiar with this company.

  Violaz...a touch above Apparelle :  ViolaZ is centered around all walks of life.  They want to cater to every women.  They specialize in fine clothing, Fox fur trim, rhinestone trimmed suits and dresses, things of that sort.  Their mission statement is: Elegance is the key! Affordable is our Price!   Their vision is: It is better to have 50 customers that buy frequently, rather than have 5 customers that shop a few times a year.   Whenever they price their clothes, they keep that statement in mind.  Address:  214 Suncres Street Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15210 United States  Phone:  412-481-5336  Fax:   same  Email:  violazapparelle@cs.com   Contact:   Jeanice Melvin, Owner

• Gender:  Women's
• Store Type: Other
• Retail Category:  Specialty

   Wet Seal, Inc./ Contempo Casuals / Arden B / Zutopia :, a specialty retailer of fashionable and contemporary apparel and accessory items is headquartered in Foothill Ranch, California. The Company currently operates a total of 561 stores in 44 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, of which 373 are Wet Seal stores and 86 are Contempo Casuals stores which cater to the junior customer, 83 are Arden B. stores which focus on a fashionable, sophisticated, contemporary customer and 19 are Zutopia stores for the 'tween' customer. (Info. as of 2001; let us know know if you have an update)  Address: The Wet Seal, Inc. 26972 Burbank , Foothill Ranch, California 92610 USA  e-mail: customerservice@wetseal.com Phone: 866-ShopWetSeal

  Wilsons Leather Wilsons Leather is the leading specialty retailer of quality leather outerwear, accessories and apparel in the United States. Their history dates back to 1899 as Bermans Leather, a leather garment manufacturer and factory outlet retailer. Bermans Leather and Wilsons House of Suede and Leather merged in 1988, becoming the firm you know today as Wilsons Leather. Their multi-channel store locations are designed to target a broad customer base with a superior level of customer service. Through their worldwide leather sourcing network and in-house design capabilities, they are able to consistently provide their customers with quality, fashionable merchandise at attractive prices. Their business structure results in shorter lead times than their competition, allowing them to react quickly to popular and emerging fashion trends and customer preferences, rapidly replenish fast-selling merchandise and minimize fashion risk. Wilsons Leather is the leading specialty retailer of leather outerwear, accessories and apparel in the United States. As of January 28, 2006, Wilsons Leather operated 422 stores located in 45 states, including 298 mall stores, 110 outlet stores and 14 airport stores. The Company has traditionally supplemented its permanent mall stores with seasonal stores during its peak selling season from October through January.

  The Wishing Tree : the wishing tree is a specialty ladies boutique. They specialize in very unique clothing and accessories for the young women and the young at heart, Whether you are a small to a plus size lady Address: 116 4th Street, SW Cullman Alabama 35055 United States of America Phone: 256 734 4404 or 256 277 3729 Fax: 256 734 4404 Email: pncaudle@msn.com  Contact: Peggy Caudle---owner

• Gender: women's
• Store Type: Brick & Mortar
• Retail Category: Specialty

  Wolford : Wolford is an international label for beauty, quality and comfort. Innovative, high-quality, unique. Developed for women who prize exclusiveness. In the design, in the material, in the finish. Made for women who look for value. Durability, good fit, easy care. Dedicated to all women who possess the power of attraction. Allure, taste, style, class.  Today, Wolford has established itself worldwide as a luxury name for hosiery, bodywear, swimwear, underwear and knitted styles in merino wool and viscose. With ten branches and a rapidly expanding boutique network, Wolford offers its trade partners nationally-adapted know-how and support, and allows the Wolford customer to acquire the brand anywhere, in an atmosphere of exclusivity.

  Woman Within (Lane Bryant Catalog) : Lane Bryant® Catalog Weve Got It! Comfort, Fit and Value for Sizes 12W - 44W In business since 1901, Lane Bryant brand has become the acknowledged industry leader in women's special-size apparel. (Lane Bryant® Catalog is not affiliated with Lane Bryant retail stores.) They offer a complete wardrobe, including shoes and intimate apparel in a wide range of styles, colors and sizes -- all at value prices. They are proud of their sister and brother catalogs, also industry leaders: Roaman's®, Jessica London®, KingSize®, Chadwick's®, MetroStyle™, La Redoute®, BrylaneHome® and BrylaneHome Kitchen®.

  Wrangler (part of VF Corporation) VF Corporation is the parent company to many apparel brands including Wrangler, Lee, Riders, JanSport, Nautica and Vanity Fair. VF is structured under coalitions -- the Jeanswear Coalition, the Global Intimates Coalition, the Imagewear Coalition, the Outdoor Coalition, and the Sportswear Coalition. VF Jeanswear consists of the VF jean brands -- Wrangler, 20X, Lee, Riders, Rustler, Brittania, Timber Creek, Chic, Gitano, etc..