Monthly Archives: October 2010

Trendspotting – Fabric panels

Posted on October 29, 2010 by admin

Here’s something we noticed recently….fabric panels are back! Whether they are used to just add a dash of color (or in this case be a backdrop FOR color), or to reference shapes like a sail or a tent, simple fabric … Continue reading →

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Party at Kate Spade

Posted on October 28, 2010 by admin

Apparently they’re in the mood for a party at Kate Spade as the recent window install has a festive, carnival, pre holiday, Halloween vibe and all that glitters and shines is being used to promote their new jeans line. I’m … Continue reading →

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Guess who’s name is in lights….

Posted on October 26, 2010 by admin

Guess has been putting a lot of emphasis on it’s visual merchandising and we are taking note! Seen here in Seattle and Dallas, these stores are highlighting the new fits on denim as well as the brands glitzy ad campaign. … Continue reading →

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Banners and Ribbons at Gap and Express

Posted on October 25, 2010 by admin

We always enjoy seeing similar ideas at different places and here’s a new example. At Gap, they have made a ribbon “curtain” using 2″ thick gros grain and lucite stripes to keep it taut, while adding additional ribbon to mannequins … Continue reading →

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Simple but effective solutions at Club Monaco

Posted on October 19, 2010 by admin

Here’s one of those “ah ha!” moments in window design. This month, Club Monaco landed on a striking yet appropriate back drop to this season pale pallet. The Kraft paper ‘curls’ work to add texture and warmth to the cool, … Continue reading →

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Guess goes Pink for October

Posted on October 15, 2010 by admin

In an ongoing effort to raise awareness of and money for research for the cure, October has been named Breast Cancer Awareness Month and sponsors continue to call attention to this important campaign. Here ‘Guess by Marciano’ put a new … Continue reading →

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CDW Merchants Turns 5!

Posted on October 4, 2010 by admin

It was our 5th year anniversary today at CDW Merchants and there is a lot to celebrate! We were recently recognized in the Inc. 5000 list for 2010, were accepted into the Women’s Business National Enterprise council as a certified … Continue reading →

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