  | August 19, 2011 | News for the retail industry |  |  | |
- Men's Wearhouse opens first Big & Tall stores with tailoring focus
Men's Wearhouse opened the first two Big & Tall stores in New York City and Houston, and a third store in Dallas is slated to open in a few weeks. The apparel chain is testing the crowded waters of the big-and-tall market, and the stores will focus on tailored offerings to differentiate the brand from competitors including J.C. Penney and Casual Male's Destination XL stores. Women's Wear Daily (subscription required) (8/18)       | Don’t miss DMA2011— The Global Event for Real-Time Marketers. You’ll hear thousands of practitioners and experts discuss solutions and best practices to achieve optimal channel mix and integration that lead to measurable results and increase real-time customer engagement. Save an extra $300 when you register now with Keycode SMB3. |
 | Retail trends |  |  | | - Men's suits get heavier as designers push seasonal looks
Designers including Hickey Freeman and Dolce & Gabbana are moving to convince men to dress for the season they're in, moving from year-round suits to suits and coats made of heavier fabrics this fall. Saks has ordered some of the heavier pieces, but it's taking care to tailor selections to each store's market, said men's fashion director Eric Jennings. "This is geared toward the Northern market in the U.S., the colder weather stores. You can't do that in stores in the Sun Belt." The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model) (8/18) - Researchers delve into shoppers' self-esteem
The fashion industry has long used gorgeous models to sell its goods, which has sparked criticism from those who say marketing campaigns play upon the insecurities of regular consumers. Researchers have looked into how the situation plays out when consumers see beautiful woman trying on the same outfits they are trying in a store environment. The findings might prompt retailers to rethink their approach to dressing rooms and their sales assistants, according to the researchers. Calgary Herald (Alberta)/Financial Post (8/18)  | The Business Gold Rewards Card® from American Express OPEN
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  - Tablet owners use the gadgets for back-to-school shopping
Almost 40% of college students who own tablets plan to use them to buy at least some of their back-to-school supplies and 30.2% of K-12 students will do the same, according to NRF data. "Retailers are using everything in their arsenal to attract customers whenever and wherever they want to shop -- and mobile retailing is a big part of that strategy," said NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay. MediaPost Communications/Marketing Daily (8/18)  | O-I, makers of pure, beautiful, sustainable glass packaging, is proud to sponsor GlassIsLife.com |
| NRF News | | | | - What does the future hold for the state of the physical store?
That's exactly the question Deloitte is answering with an in-the-field survey on current customer in-store experience and investments in the store channel. As a retail executive involved in shaping the shopping experience of tomorrow, share your views and receive a complimentary copy of the results. The survey will close Aug. 31. Take the survey now.
| Chain Restaurant News | | | | - Burger King aims for fresher image with food-focused ads
Burger King has dropped the King and the copy from its new commercials, which feature hands preparing fresh ingredients for the California Whopper as music plays in the background. The chain's fresh-food reinvention could be the best way to compete with larger rival McDonald's, industry experts say. USA TODAY (8/18) | | | Position Title | Company Name | Location | | Marketing Director | Saks Fifth Avenue | San Francisco, CA | | Merchandise Planner | Kohl's Department Stores | Menomonee Falls, WI | | Assistant Buyer | Kohl's Department Store | Menomonee Falls, WI | | SALES ASSOCIATE | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | NAPLES, FL | | San Antonio Sales Associate Career Days! | Saks Fifth Avenue | San Antonio, TX | | IT Business Analyst - eComm / Internet Marketing | Academy Sports & Outdoors | Katy, TX | | Senior Merchandise Planner | Navy Exchange Service Command | Virginia Beach, VA | | Merchandise Buyer | Kohl's Department Stores | Milwaukee/Menomonee Falls, WI | | Sales Associate- Part Time | Saks Fifth Avenue | Houston, TX | | Houston Sales Associate Career Days!! | Saks Fifth Avenue | Houston, TX | | VP Business Intelligence | Army & Air Force Exchange Service | Dallas, TX | | Senior Wine Buyer | Total Wine & More | Potomac, MD | | Regional Visual Trainer | Victoria's Secret | Dallas/Houston, TX | | Fashion Buyer | Target | Minneapolis, MN | | Sales & Education Executive | Napoleon Perdis Cosmetics | Nationwide, United States | | Director of eCommerce Technology | Moosejaw | Madison Heights, MI | | Sr. Internet Buyer | Tween Brands Direct, LLC | New Albany, OH | | Applications Manager-Distribution & Transportation | PetSmart | Phoenix, AZ | | Senior Project Manager | PetSmart | Phoenix, AZ | | Loss Prevention Exception Reporting Manager | Stein Mart | Jacksonville, Florida, FL | | | Click here to view more job listings. | | |
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