Wilkes Forum: Spring/Summer 2018

SPRING 2018

UNABASHED BAY AREA STYLE

WHAT’S NEW? NEW DESIGNERS,

SOME ONLY FOUND IN ITALY

WEDDING STYLE

A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE FOR GROOM & GUESTS

J AV I E R B A R D E M a n d D E V P AT E L , M A L I B U H I L L S , 8 p m W AT C H T H E S E R I E S O N Z E G N A . C O M

GREETINGS FROM THE MITCHELL FAMILY

WELCOME

SPRING MAGIC

BLOOMS, BLOSSOMS & EXCITING NEW DESIGNERS After a long and chilly winter, we’re ready to spring ahead to our favorite time of year in the Bay Area!

To that end, all of our stores (and websites) are ready with lots of fresh and inspired new collections for spring.

You will see that we’re introducing several exciting new designers this season. Thanks to our close partnership with the Italian Trade Association, we are thrilled to be offering several magnificent new Italian designers to our customers, some of whom cannot be found anywhere else outside of Italy.

On another exciting note, we are proud to announce that our renowned author-in-residence, Jack Mitchell, has a brand new book being released this season. Selling the Hug Your Customers Way imparts much of Jack’s wisdom, invaluable not only for sales, but for life.

As always, it is our mission to offer you unsurpassed hospitality and impeccable customer service. We look forward to catching up with you in our stores this season!

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STYLE GUIDE FEATURES 26 INTRIGUING PEOPLE: JACK MITCHELL HUGS AGAIN! 44 SUBLIME JEWELS OF SPRING 48 CHAMPAGNE: FEELING BUBBLY 60 A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO WEDDING STYLE

FASHION 8 THE POWER OF SIGNATURE STYLE 28 AWASH IN LIGHT 52 DENIM REVOLUTION 54 ALL ABOARD

DEPARTMENTS 3 WELCOME LETTER 6 SCENE & HEARD 22 WHAT’S NEW FOR WOMEN 40 WHAT’S NEW FOR MEN 64 AT YOUR SERVICE

MITCHELL STORES

MITCHELLS

CONCEPT/CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Andrew Mitchell-Namdar MERCHANDISING DIRECTOR

Bob Mitchell CREATIVE DIRECTION

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PUBLISHER Stuart Nifoussi EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Karen Alberg Grossman MANAGING EDITOR Jillian LaRochelle DESIGN DIRECTOR Hans Gschliesser PROJECT MANAGER Lisa Menghi ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Michelle Brown DIRECTOR OF PREPRESS John Frascone

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MARIOS

FASHION FORUM MAGAZINE IS PUBLISHED IN 10 REGIONAL EDITIONS FOR MEMBER STORES OF THE APPAREL FORUM. COPYRIGHT © 2018 FASHION FORUM MAGAZINE, A UBM ® PUBLICATION. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. UBM AMERICAS, 2 PENN PLAZA, FLOOR 15, NEW YORK, NY 10121. THE PUBLISHERS ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ADVERTISERS’ CLAIMS, UNSOLICITED MANUSCRIPTS OR OTHER MATERIALS. NO PART OF THIS MAGAZINE MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PUBLISHERS. VOLUME 21, ISSUE 1.

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STYLE ADVISORS’ PICKS

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Metallics, velvet and other romantic textures were just a few of the trends highlighted at our Fall Trend Luncheon in October. Guests gathered throughout our San Francisco townhouse for a seasonal luncheon and fashion show featuring the best of fashion, accessories and jewelry.

Store manager Jeff Garelick commentated the fashion show curated by our own Style Advisors, and designer Donald Deal closed the show with an exclusive presentation of his stunning gown collection. Our jewelry specialists chose the perfect ďŹ nishing touches to add a hint of sparkle to each look. Donald Deal stayed after the show to chat with clients and give personal styling tips. Q

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SF HOSPITAL BENEFIT

HEARTS ON DISPLAY Our annual shopping night to benefit the San Francisco General Hospital Foundation took place in December, when friends and patrons of the hospital shopped in celebration of the Hearts in San Francisco Project.

For three months leading up to the foundation’s annual gala, numerous unique and inspired heart sculptures are on view around the city. Each year, Wilkes Bashford San Francisco proudly displays a handful of the local artists’ hearts in our windows in support of the cause. Q

Beautiful tabletop hearts on display in Wilkes windows.

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MAURO BLASI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAN FRANCISCO MAURO BLASI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PALO ALTO BRUNELLO CUCINELLI WOMEN’S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAN FRANCISCO BRUNELLO CUCINELLI WOMEN’S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PALO ALTO BRIONI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAN FRANCISCO BRUNELLO CUCINELLI MEN’S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PALO ALTO KITON MEN’S & WOMEN’S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAN FRANCISCO DEREK LAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PALO ALTO BRIONI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PALO ALTO ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAN FRANCISCO

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DISCOVER SOMETHING NEW ABOUT YOURSELF THIS SPRING. WITH CREATIVE AND BEAUTIFULLY CRAFTED CLOTHING, JEWELRY AND ACCESSORIES, OUR STYLE ADVISORS ARE READY TO HELP YOU DEFINE, MIX UP AND PUSH THE LIMITS OF YOUR PERSONAL STYLE TO NEW HEIGHTS THIS SEASON. shown on front cover: L O R O P I A N A

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ROLAND MOURET A master of structure and silhouette, Roland Mouret has an intuitive understanding of the female form. Born in Lourdes, France, he learned about fabric in his father’s butcher shop, observing the folding of aprons and the patterns formed on them, as well as meat-cutting techniques.

There is a physicality in how he designs. Rather than drawing from sketches, he drapes fabric on the body, interacting with fabric, forms and flow with his hands.

What’s

NEW

NOUR HAMMOUR The label is the brainchild of Nour Hammour and Erin Conry Webb, who met as students at Istituto Marangoni in Paris. Both were “leather jacket obsessives,” Hammour customizing pre-owned motorcycle jackets on the side. In 2015, the Paris-based duo launched a ready-to-wear jacket collection, which became an immediate favorite with style-makers like Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Blake Lively.

DISCOVER NEW DESIGNERS IN OUR STORES & NEW COLLECTIONS FROM DESIGNER FAVORITES!

DEREK LAM SHOES Lam, a native of San Francisco and graduate of Parsons School of Design, began his fashion career as a designer at Michael Kors before starting his own label in 2006. Lam’s vision is to create styles that are both luxurious and wearable, with a feminine simplicity about them. His touch is especially sophisticated: modern but never cold, fantastical but always rational. As longtime fans of the award-winning designer, we are excited to now offer his shoes in our stores!

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ALEXANDRE BIRMAN An artistic, feminine spirit inspires each shoe, designed for the modern, sophisticated woman who values exclusive, luxurious design. Noble elements, exotic skins, hand craftsmanship and comfort compose the brand’s DNA. With many new designer accolades, Birman is a favorite of celebrities and fashion icons.

His shoes go from day to night, casual to gala, and make a powerful presence in any wardrobe.

SWIMS

SUNSPEL In 1860, fabric innovator Thomas Hill founded Sunspel in Newdigate, England. He made lightweight clothing in fine cotton, pioneering luxury undergarments including some of the first T-shirts and boxers ever made. Today, Sunspel’s iconic soft clothing is seen in London’s most fashionable locales. Combining Britishness and sex appeal, the brand designed all of Daniel Craig’s T-shirts, polos and undergarments for his role as James Bond.

Swims was founded in Oslo in 2006.

Norwegians, who have to adapt to heavy winter months and warmer summers on the fjord, require ultimate versatility and functionality. Swims garments are sleek with a touch of cheekiness, fit for slushy colder days in the city and warm days on the boat during the summer season.

What’s

NEW ULTIMATE EARS Alex Van Halen and sound engineer Jerry Harvey developed Ultimate Ears on a tour bus in 1995 to protect the band’s hearing, so they could hear each other play instead of the roar of the crowd. The Los Angeles-based company has perfected the craft of building in-ear monitors, now used by most of the world’s top touring musicians. We are thrilled to offer our customers stagemusician audio quality for anyone who uses earphones.

Available at Richards.

ACYNETIC Renowned denim expert Adriano Goldschmied presents a new 100% denim collection, designed for “denim lovers... hungry for new ideas.” Inspired by the denim craze of the ’80s and early ’90s, the line, composed of denim and indigo knit materials, offers a fresh vison and promises to be an exciting leader for the new generation of denim.

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ISABEL MARANT ÉTOILE Easygoing and free-spirited, Isabel Marant Étoile is the cool and less formal younger sister of designer Isabel Marant. The line mixes soft bohemian details and deconstructed silhouettes for a relaxed take on her own Parisian chic aesthetic.

Effortless and relaxed, the collection, which is inspired by travel but ready for city, has become a favorite with celebrities like Chloë Sevigny and Kirsten Dunst.

INTRIGUING PEOPLE

NEW BOOK RELEASE:

JACK MITCHELL HUGS AGAIN! A PASSIONATE AND SUCCESSFUL APPROACH FOR SALESPEOPLE. In his Wall Street Journal bestsellers, Hug Your Customers and Hug Your People, Jack Mitchell brought a warm human touch to the often cold, bottom-line world of business.

As the chairman of Mitchell Stores, one of the most successful small businesses in the country, he noticed that customer service and satisfaction get a lot of lip service— but not enough hugs. When you focus on the emotional connection as well as the intellectual aspect of a sale, you form strong lasting relationships that keep your customers returning, sales rising and business booming.

You don’t have to hug your customers literally, of course. Mitchell’s personal approach to customer service involves a simple five-stage selling process that anyone can master.

Jack Mitchell is chairman of Mitchell Stores (Mitchells | Richards | Wilkes | Marios), a threegeneration family business that operates men’s and women’s specialty stores in Connecticut, New York, California, Washington and Oregon. Our luxury retail stores are nationally known, employing over 400 associates. Mitchell has been recognized as one of the top 10 retail visionaries of his time by the Daily News Record. Visit hugyourcustomer.com.

The Mitchell family is thrilled to announce the Spring release of Jack Mitchell’s latest book.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT

“SELLING THE HUG YOUR CUSTOMERS WAY” The Mitchell family's selling culture is one of the finest in the world of luxury retailing... one I have seen close up from one generation to the next as they continue to grow the Zegna business across the country.

In this world obsessed with digital interactions and social media, Jack Mitchell brings us back to earth to remind us that quality relationship-based selling is the cornerstone to an excellent business.

This selling book is a must-read for anyone who has customers and wants to keep them emotionally connected!

Thank you, Jack, for reminding us what's really important with your book Selling The Hug Your Customers Way.

Gildo Zegna

Larry Rosen

CEO, Ermenegildo Zegna

CEO, Harry Rosen

Both as a CEO and long-term loyal customer of Mitchells, I can tell you that this book expresses so clearly both my own personal philosophies for my business, as well as helps explain why I only shop at one store: Mitchells of Westport. The service is more than service; you are family there. This book is a perfect guide to ensure we are all selling the right way. I highly recommend you absorb all the invaluable lessons provided in Jack's new book.

Cindi Bigelow Third Generation CEO & President Bigelow Team

Passion + Performance

With Victory Comes Preparedness

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NEW CURATED FROM LARDINI Luigi Sardini created his first menswear collection in the 1970s at age 18. In 1993, with siblings Andrea and Lorena, he launched a new luxury line, which today is the epitome of traditional sartorial artistry.

Lardini is based in Filottrano, a medieval town that nourishes Lardini’s soul. Prompted by the desire to customize each jacket, Lardini gives each individual garment new relevance as if it were putting the finishing touches on a canvas.

ITALY

Exclusively in our stores, we are pleased to introduce our customers to some of Italy’s most highly regarded artisanal designers, many of whom have never been offered in the United States.

ASPESI

PESCAROLO In 1999 Marco Pescarolo and his wife Anna de Matteis opened the first Neapolitan hand-made pant company. Today, Pescarolo creates exclusive luxury pant collections each season. With Anna’s background — working in her parents famed fine European fabrics shop in Naples — Pescarello procures the widest range of luxurious fabrics on the market, from cashmere to Japanese denim.

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Tradition, rigor and constant stylistic research exemplify the timeless style of Aspesi.

Founded in Legnano by Alberto Aspesi in 1969, it was born as a company specializing in making shirts before evolving to add casual clothes. Today, Aspesi is renowned for its use of exclusive and avant-garde fabrics. With unconventional spirit and a “no-logo” philosophy, Aspesi is made for clients in search of timeless, impeccably made garments.

FEDELI Fedeli is a family company with 80 years of presence in the market, currently managed by its third generation with a fourth now entering the company. Today, Fedeli is a “total look” apparel company positioned at the high end of the luxury wear spectrum. We are pleased to carry Fedeli’s exclusive Swim & Wear line, offering the finest in Italian beach wear.

ALTEA Altea’s roots go back to elegant fin de siècle Milan. In 1892, in an area which was to become the beating heart of world fashion, Giuseppe Sartori opened a tie shop frequented by the city’s most sophisticated clientele. The brand became known the world over for its fashion accessories and gradually developed a total look concept. A great love of color, custom fabrics and painstaking attention to detail are distinctive features of Altea fashion.

EDDY MONETTI

AJMONE A new concept in luxury, Ajmone focuses on the pure essence of the material and quality of the manual skill. The deftly crafted jackets have a strong tactile identity. All are made from the finest Italian vegetable-tanned leather, which increases in beauty over time.

Its raw essence, bold and magnetic, with full grain and imperfections, stands an intrinsic mark of distinction.

This iconic menswear company was started in 1887 Naples by Eduardo Monetti and popularized by his legendary grandson, Eddy Monetti, in 1960s La Dolce Vita era Naples and Rome. Now helmed by a fourth generation, each has utilized resources of their times to create an elegant history and signature Monetti style. Far from “trendy,” Monetti is always ready to take inspiration from the new while maintaing its renowned quality and heritage.

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Stylewatch

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FROM THE VIA BAGUTTA COLLECTION, MADE

BY HAND IN ITALY

Spring 2018

JEWELS

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the glimmer. the glamour. the sentiment behind them!

TIME TO BRIGHTEN UP! EXPLORE MANY SHADES OF GOLD, CANDY-COLORED GEMSTONES, CHARMS THAT CHARM AND THE SPIRIT OF SPRING BLING.

Irene Neuwirth

ONE-OF-A-KIND SINGLE EARRINGS WITH GEMSTONES AND DIAMONDS

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JEWELRY Stylewatch

NEW DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT BRINGING THE WORLD TO YOU! NEW IN OUR CASES FOR SPRING...

DISCOVER TODAY’S MOST EXCITING AND IMAGINATIVE JEWELRY DESIGNERS.

JULEZ BRYANT Designers: Julez Bryant DeCosta and Gia Gonzales-Schaake Born: Coastal Carlsbad, California Inspiration: The grit and grace of cities Education: Self-taught Brand Launch: 2003 Seen On: Empowered women everywhere!

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MESSIKA Designer: Valérie Messika Residence: Paris Founded: 2005 Inspiration: Art, street style, haute couture and the great classical themes of jewelry Brand Launch: 2012 Seen On: Beyoncé, Selena Gomez, Kendall Jenner

“A jewel has to stay in place.

Our pieces are made to fit everyone perfectly. Women should forget they’re wearing expensive jewels; they must be able to move naturally, walk, dance, run, work.”

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CHAMPAGNE

FEELING BUBBLY

Every day is worth celebrating.

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he cork is popped. Tiny bubbles dance, swirl and burst joyfully to awaken the senses. The occasion? Tuesday! What better way to honor family, friends and life than with some bubbles, be it Champagne or another sparkling wine.

Crystal Hinds, owner and operator of Effervescence, the acclaimed Champagne bar located on the edge of the French Quarter in New Orleans, agrees. “Some of my fondest memories of my [French and Italian] family getting together are of the Champagne toasts: the sound of the pop, the good times, my dad saying a few words and everyone clinking their glasses. The older I got, the more I wished we could do that every day... until I ultimately realized, ‘We can!’

“Around the world, people drink sparkling wine all the time. It’s only recently that Americans are finally catching on: sparkling wine pairs well with many foods, and bubbles can be enjoyed throughout the year.”

Hinds’ philosophy reflects a growing sentiment across the US. Exceptional Champagne bars now dot the map from coast to coast. Each has its own distinct vibe, but all are places to explore the different flavors and nuances of Champagne and sparkling wines from various winemaking regions in the country and around the globe.

Effervescence is housed in a renovated historic home and feels like a cross between a lounge and a modern bistro. It offers close to 400 choices of Champagne and sparkling wine—33 by the glass— and 10 different flights that change throughout the year, including vertical tastings that provide the opportunity to compare the same wine from different years. With so many choices, budding enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike will find bubbly to expand their palates. Hinds suggests that customers feel at ease asking servers and sommeliers for suggestions, explanations and information. “We pride ourselves on having a knowledgeable and informative staff.”

Many Champagne bars also host wine education classes or special tastings geared toward different levels of knowledge, and serve small plates that exquisitely complement their selection of sparkling wines, including cheese and charcuterie boards; caviar and oysters are always favorites as well. In most cases, the culinary fare provides an exclamation point to the evening.

“I want our clients to really taste the flavors of the food and the sparkling wine: taste how they blend together and don’t overpower each other.”

Effervescence has become a destination for dinner as well as for bubbly. The food is served on sharing plates for everyone to taste, to celebrate the gathering of friends and the communal experience of dining. Says Hinds, “In many formal settings, people feel that the Champagne cork should ‘sigh,’ never pop, but at Effervescence our philosophy is to pop the Champagne! We want to hear it!”

Four More Spots to Enjoy Fabulous Fizzy Feasts Visit these exceptional sparkling wine bars to enliven the spirits!

AMBONNAY CHAMPAGNE BAR

FLUTE BAR AND LOUNGE

POPS FOR CHAMPAGNE

THE RIDDLER

• An intimate setting • Recognized by Food & Wine Magazine, among others, as one of the Best Bars in America • Features Champagne and sparkling wines by the glass and more than 100 different options by the bottle • Hosts tasting classes • Serves upscale snacks like truffle popcorn, cheese plates and olives

• Two locations with distinct personalities • Offers sparkling wines, Champagne, sparkling cocktails and a full bar • Features live jazz • Hosts Champagne School • Serves small plates such as Vietnamese-fusion spring rolls and house-made fois gras terrine with chutney

• The granddaddy of Champagne bars that’s been open for more than 30 years • Close to 150 choices of Champagne and sparkling wines; also serves cocktails, wine, beer • Hosts Mangum Mondays • Features live jazz • Serves a seasonal menu of small plates featuring cheese and charcuterie, oysters and caviar

• A sophisticated new spot • Features Champagne and sparkling wines by the glass and bottle, as well as other wines • Festive nibbles include cheese, charcuterie, caviar, waffle tater tots, chocolates and more • Offers brunch

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Designer Brands and Couture Pieces “Alex’s has partnered with Wilkes Bashford for the last ten years. They stand for everything we strive to stand for here at Wilkes Bashford: quality service, quality product, a sense of urgency and a smile!”

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(R)EVOLUTION

ANCIENT GREEK

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This Spring, denim takes on new shapes and forms. Explore denim dresses, blazers, handbags… even shoes! And sexy jeans in playful new silhouettes.

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1970S: JEANS AS POP CULTURE

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AL L AB O AR D Looks, colors & themes that bring out the best on land & sea.

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A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO

WEDDING style

No matter where you plan to tie the knot, we have everything a gentleman could ever need to walk down the aisle in picture-perfect style. The best man, the groomsmen and the fathers of the bride and groom, too! We love sharing in life’s most joyous occasions with our customers.

BLACK TIE (NOT) OPTIONAL At a mansion, swanky hotel or grand ballroom.

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At the botanical gardens, a vineyard or your favorite farm.

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Jan Leslie red convertible cuff links, Brunello Cucinelli nylon dopp kit

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At the beach, at a yacht club or at your favorite island destination.

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BESPOKE WEDDING SERVICES:

SOME LIKE IT CUSTOM If you’re considering custom, we can help you create the custom suit or tux of your dreams. We can also customize your shirt, cuff links, tie or groomsmen’s gifts. If you can imagine it, we can create it!

Many of the design houses we work with, including Ermenegildo Zegna, Brioni, Kiton and Atelier Munro, offer countless options for customization in the [E] SJ Á X JEFVMG ERH signature detailing.

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Some of the most sought-after wedding customization services we provide are:

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Custom Groomsmen Gifts

A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO

WEDDING style

Friend and customer Heidi Birkman in a custom Peter Cohen dress

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Non-Traditional Wedding Dresses &

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in-store services

EXPERTISE

MADE-TO-MEASURE

Our legendary Style Advisors have been with us an average of over 10 years and are passionate about developing trusted relationships with customers and advising on all clothing, jewelry and accessory matters. They always go the extra mile to ensure that your shopping experience is efficient and enjoyable and that you are fabulously well dressed.

In all of our stores, we are known for our extraordinary Made-to-Measure Advisors, who will help you create bespoke suits, shirts, sportcoats and more. Choose from exquisite fabrics, buttons, linings and details from the world’s top fashion houses. Custom shoes, leather goods and other items are also available by request.

COMPLIMENTARY GIFT WRAP

CLOSET CLEANING

BESPOKE JEWELRY

The only thing nicer than buying our merchandise is gifting it. And we can make it even nicer with complimentary gift wrapping. You choose the perfect gift… we’ll do the rest.

To help you integrate new purchases with old, enjoy a complimentary closet consultation. A Style Advisor will visit your home and make suggestions on how to edit, mix and match your wardrobe. An expert tailor can be on hand for adjustments. If desired, we will also create a photo catalog of your wardrobe for future reference.

As a full-service jeweler, we offer custom design services and can help you design the piece of your dreams.

You can work with your own sketch, or with a famed design studio such as Kwiat or Oscar Heyman, to turn what’s in your head into something on your neck... or wrist... or ears... or finger!

CLOTHING DONATIONS Service is important to us, not only in our stores, but also in our community.

We will help you clear out unwanted items cluttering up your closet, while providing for a local charity. We will coordinate the donation and make the delivery ourselves.

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VIRTUAL CLOSET Through our new WBWorld services, we keep a visual electronic inventory of your wardrobe to remind you and your Style Advisor of what you have and in what size. A wardrobe is a serious investment. There is no substitute for building it wisely, with the guidance of someone who takes the time to know your wardrobe, lifestyle and needs.

COMPLIMENTARY ALTERATIONS Whether you purchase in-store or online, we offer complimentary expert alterations on all regularly priced merchandise. Down to the last detail, we ensure that each article is tailored masterfully just for you. Alteration fees apply only on sale items 40% off or more.

AT YOUR SERVICE SERVICE IS

PARAMOUNT.

HOME DELIVERY We understand you have a busy schedule and want to do all we can to lessen the demands on your time.

This is why we provide local delivery if you live in a reasonable proximity to our stores.

CAPPUCCINO, COFFEE, WATER & DRINK BAR In this hectic world, sometimes a hot cup of coffee is just what you need... snacks for a pick-me-up can help, too.

For a real treat, we offer signature cocktails and a Scotch Bar in the San Francisco Penthouse!

FASHION EMERGENCIES You never know when a fashion emergency will strike. We’re always prepared for them, even after hours _ just dial your main store number and follow the prompts to be connected to one of our family’s homes, and we’ll come to your fashion rescue!

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT We understand how precious your time is. Call or email your Style Advisor for an appointment and we’ll get you in and out with record speed!

BUTTON UP A loose thread or button can be just the thing that unravels your day. Bring in any suits or outerwear with buttons that need repair and we’ll re-attach or tighten them for you, on site and free of charge.

RETURN & EXCHANGE POLICY We want you to be 100% satisfied with everything you buy. If you are not completely happy with a purchase, feel free to bring it back within a reasonable period of time. We want to make sure you love your new items as much when you get home as you did in the store!

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