april 2012 No.4

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A great-looking lightweight jacket is an essential finishing touch for a casual look. Whether a man walks into a meeting, a meal or a movie... without a jacket, no matter how great the shirt is, the look will be unfinished and lack sophistication. That may be okay for a teenager or student... but not for a man who means business. This Spring, we have never had a more versatile selection of high-performance lightweight jackets in so many fabrics and styles. Whether in summer suede, seersucker, or silk – or cotton, denim or

“techno-fiber” designed to beat the heat – a couple of great jackets can complete every look. If you want something extraordinary that travels like a dream, ask about the Zegna 10-pocket blazer! And jackets are not just for slacks. Wear them with jeans, khakis, even your favorite shorts!

Adding a little extra style to your jacket has hit a whole new level of easy! The Pocket Circle, the brainchild of Ghanian designer Edward Armah, is essentially a pocket square for the guy that doesn’t want to learn to fold a pocket square. “I call it the pocket handkerchief for dummies,” Armah laughs. “There literally is nothing you

can do wrong.” Armah makes about 500 pocket squares

per week, all produced by artisans in New

York City. Come see his his collection of white linen circles trimmed with

great colors for Spring. Silk and cashmere versions

poCKET SQUarES CirClES

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JaCKET

a grEaT JaCKET iS THE EaSiEST way To aDD STylE & ElEgaNCE To yoUr EvEry-Day CaSUal looK.

Spring is here. But that doesn’t mean you’ll look “put together” without a jacket.

Simple

SophiSticated

will be in store for Fall. Also, check out his fabulous collec-tion of colorful bowties!

HUgS + HappENiNgS...

Opera Opening

Veronica Beard Event

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JaCKET Near & Far Aid Gala, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Catwalk & Pink Aid Checks!

Thanks to all of our friends and sponsors who made the Near & Far Aid Chinese New Year-themed Gala at Mitchells and the JDF Catwalk at the Loading Dock huge successes! Pink Aid was thrilled to deliver checks to the Smilow Breast Health Center at Norwalk Hospital and St. Vincent’s SWIM!

Near & Far Aid Gala

Near & Far Aid GalaNear & Far Aid Gala Co-Hosts Al Roker & Deborah Roberts

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JDF Catwalk

St. Vincent’s SWIM Check Presentation

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Near & Far Aid Gala

JDF Catwalk

Sorry, your kids probably didn’t go to school with him... unless they went to Brown, where Renaissance man Adam Shulman studied acting and design. (His family lived

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MagiCal CrEaTioNS by forMEr wESTporTEr.

in Westport when he was 18-28). Adam began designing jewelry for fiancé Anne Hathaway so that she could take personal pieces that are “metaphors for moments” when she travels. Partner, metalsmith Heidi Nahser Fink (prop designer from Alice in Wonderland) who “can do anything,” brings his poetic designs to life, mixing golds

with other metals. Their newest pieces, which organically integrate pavé diamonds, will be exclusively in our stores in time for Mother’s Day! (FYI... James Banks was the name of Adam’s grandfather, who also created jewelry for his beloved.)

give mom a keepsake

to cherish. . . or just

something really fun!

Show your love and appreciation for Mom with a personal and heartfelt gift. Our stores are full of ideas, guaranteed to wow her. (like a Monica Rich Kosann locket or some Nam Cho colorful hoops!)

Adam Shulman, James Bank Designs

mother’s day

friend having a birthday?

let us help you pick out the

ultimate group gift!

anniversariesWe can’t help much if it’s your “paper anniversary.” But if you’re celebrating a big one, meet with a Specialist in our private Diamond Salon and create the upgrade she’s been waiting for... at a great value!

Be bridal in traditional pearls

by Mikimoto or get artsy in white beads by Migul Ases. Diamond studs are the classic bridal gift from the groom or his parents...we offer a wide selection from Kwiat, Graff and Louis Newman.

weddings

Commemorate a high school or college graduation with a classic piece of jewelry will be a staple in her wardrobe for years to come...

graduation

wHEN To Dry ClEaN yoUr SUiT...

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SpriNg ClEaNiNg

People are always asking us how often to dry clean a suit. The answer is “as little as possible!”

Unfortunately, the chemicals and high temperatures used in the dry cleaning process can prematurely wear out the fabric.

We recommend dry-cleaning a suit no more than once each season —

unless it’s badly stained or smells bad. If a stain is minor and can be gently rubbed out with a cloth and some mild soap and water, dry cleaning isn’t necessary.

And if a suit is creased but not particularly soiled, you can bring it to the dry cleaner for “steaming only” or invest in a steamer at home to give it a fresh, crisp look.

Dry cleaning your suits in moderation — no more than a few times per year — will keep it looking its best and lengthen the lifespan of your investment.

wE Now offEr fUr ClEaNiNg, SToragE & MorE!We are thrilled to announce that with the addition of our Oscar de la Renta fur boutique in Richards, we are offering a full suite of fur services! No matter where your fur is from, we will treat it with the level of care you’d expect from our stores.

ClEaNiNg Prior to storage, we recommend all furs have a yearly cleaning and conditioning, which rejuvenates fur, replenishes oils, and restores luster, shine and supple-ness. Our sophisticated cleaning process extends the vitality of the skins, adding years of comfort and warmth.

SToragE Our storage facilities are climate-controlled to maintain the luxury of your fur.

rEpairS We can repair your linings, pockets, buttons, zippers, hooks and rings, collars, cuffs and hems. Just show us what’s needed. Our professional staff will restore your coat to it’s original condition to the best of our ability or help create solutions to any problem.

rEMoDEliNg Let us transform your old fur into something more contemporary and fabulous... or resize your fur to the appropriate fit. An updated new style will breathe new life into your investment.

For more information or an appointment, call our Fur Specialist, Anthony Orlando at 203.622.0551 or email storage@odlrfur.com.

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grEaT ColorS! aDD lUxUry To a gowN or pair of JEaNS.

MitchellsLisa Coppotelli – 28 years Domenick Condoleo – 52 years Bill Mitchell – 46 yearsPhuong Heitz – 19 years RichARDsVishnu Singh – 2 yearsDebbi Oshea – 11 yearsGloria Serna – 15 yearsJoe Biondi – 33 years

MARshsGerard Federici – 27 years Dorothy Wasley – 48 years

MitchellsHoa Thai – 18 yearsAlana New – 14 yearsPaul Mendelsohn – 27 yearsJoe Derosa – 16 yearsHelen Cote – 17 yearsIren Vass – 16 years RichARDsAmy Jarman – 10 yearsVictoria Howard – 1 yearClaudia Henao Builes – 11 yearsRaul Godinez – 2 yearsSabina Harlacz – 2 years

MARshs Said Lawoo – 6 yearsMatthew Vereecke – 6 yearsLaurie Palladino – 1 year & FROM thOMAs MilleR...James Foley – 2 yearsDonald O’Connor – 2 yearsThomas Miller – 2 yearsBasilki Stathakos – 2 yearsMarco Destefano – 2 years

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Happy aNNivErSary!

Joe DeRosa, 16 yearsMen’s Sales Associate, Mitchells

Joe has been in fashion retail for over 40 years and is known for being a great listener and focusing on all details to make his clients look great. Whether they’re looking for suits or jeans, young or old, Joe loves working with all Mitchells customers!

Gerald Federici, 27 yearsMen’s Sales Associate, Marshs

Gerry started in retail 35 years ago at a men’s and boys store that was “ a miniature version of Marshs.” What he finds most rewarding is the amount of trust the clients place in him. He says “when you see second and third generation family members, you know you’ve done your job!”

Debbi O’shea, 11 yearsWomen’s Sales Associate, Richards

After a false start in Human Resources, Debbi found her true love in fashion retail and has never left! Debbi was Richards’ first “by appointment only” associate. Her fashion icon is Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and she’s inspired by the wit and risks Daphne Guiness takes with fashion. Debbi has her own fashion and beauty blog that many of her clients and colleagues subscribe to (www.DivaDebbi.com).

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FAMILY OF STORES

from: Bob Mitchell [Since 1991]

to: stories@mitchellstores.com subject: Lessons From My Grandfather

We want to hear your story. Email us at stories@mitchellstores.com.

I feel so lucky that I had the opportunity to work with my grandfather. As a kid, we came in Sundays to clean the store. My job was picking pins out of the carpet, so they wouldn’t get stuck in the vacuum. There are two things he taught me I’ll never forget. One is “always make customers feel like guests in your home” and the other is “always buy blue, everyone looks good in blue.” And as you can see, look what I’m wearing today...