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Article: Changing retail scene seen opening doors for men's specialty stores.
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- Daily News Record
- Article date:
- February 6, 1987
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Changing Retail Scene Seen Opening Doors for Men's Specialty Stores
With the rapid changes occurring in the department store field, independent specialty stores now have the opportunity to strengthen their positions in gaining a greater share of the consumer's dollars, contends designer Allyn St. George.
The one-time road salesman for a number of major men's tailored clothing companies has been an astute observer of the retail industry his entire career. And while his licensees sell an equal amount of both department and specialty stores, "The Saint,' as he is known in some circles, sees a bright future for the single-unit "Mom and Pop' store as well as ...