by Jennifer Paull Mon, Dec 6th 2010
Gayle Stannaus, lead women's stylist of the chain, gave us a behind-the-scenes look at the mailing.
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by Jennifer Paull Sat, Oct 30th 2010
Geralynn Madonna, Spiegel's president and CEO, told StyleList she was impressed by the confident, high-energy tone of the winning entries. "Every one of them was a busy working mom or career woman," she said. "They know who they are."
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by Jennifer Paull Thu, Oct 28th 2010
These over-the-top annual offerings are both a romantic gesture and a publicity rainmaker. The 2010 catalog pays tribute to the tradition by recalling past gift highlights and revealing the latest jaw-dropper, a luxurious modern houseboat by MetroShip.
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by Jennifer Paull Wed, Oct 13th 2010
Dramatic studio photos mix with breezy outdoor settings. Articles about the history of stilettos and Jacqueline Kennedy's Inaugural gown are joined by wryly funny essays on tattoos and Brooklyn.
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by Jennifer Paull Wed, Oct 6th 2010
"The ongoing theme throughout the winter book is Live With What You Love," creative director and vice president Charles Pates tells StyleList. "The homespun trend is definitely prevalent this season."
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by Beth Cooney Fitzpatrick Mon, Oct 4th 2010
During a recent weeklong photo shoot for the revived A&F quarterly, models reportedly complained that their pay and meal stipends were as scant as their clothes.
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by Jennifer Paull Tue, Aug 31st 2010
In step with the new "I'm Going to Saks" ad campaign, the catalog jump-starts with models in motion -- on scooters, in taxis, even on a pogo stick. This sets a bouncy, bright tone that carries throughout the catalog, even in the most luxurious settings.
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by Jennifer Paull Fri, Aug 27th 2010
The retalier played with the contrasts of glamour and utilitarian style, both in its clothing and the setting of the catalog's opening pages.
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