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LANDS' END OUTERWEAR Fall 2011

Garment Center, NYC Words/Images Judith Ecochard We got a Lands' End white winter jacket at an Editor's Preview two years ago...that of course, living in NYC---we wash a lot...and are always amazed how it all stays together without even a hanging thread. Down Jackets and Vests for the whole fasmily-in many colors and pretty pink floral prints Of all the everyday outerwear items we own---we got the most compliments on this layer friendly piece...including two in one day at EATALY ---where both complimenters happen to be wearing Lands' End too. Diamond quilted pattern on this deluxe, belted down coat, with snap, outer and inner pockets and fleece lined collar Men's square quilt nylon/down insulated without the bulk, transitional Sportsman jacket- snaps closed-with a silhouette slim enough to wear around the city without looking like the Michelin Man. Ribbed cuffs have a vintage baseball jacket feel ...

KEEN FOOTWEAR “ LIVING THE HybridLife™” For FALL 2010

OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE & SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE OUTDOOR RETAILER, SLC UTAH Words/Images Judith Ecochard Outdoor brands…and athletic lifestyle footwear (and apparel)…are more functional, thanks to meaningful technical innovations…and more fashionable…than ever. With major nods to their nature inspired DNA… KEEN--- in particular, takes the concept of  environmental stewardship , and use of sustainable materials , very seriously…and has in place corporate practices providing monetary support of non-profits that make an eco difference. OR live the HybridLife™... KEEN is an incredibly popular brand …with retailers and the press. We actually were part of one of several sessions for journalists…getting the 411 on kickers for Fall 2010. With the cooler temps---the outdoors meets street styling seems to have been the design team's marching orders based on what we saw. LIKE  full grain leather, mid size boots with heavy stitching and toe pr...