If you were asked to give one piece of advice to someone new to the industry what would it be? Seriously what promotion idea, buying tips, dry cleaning hints, wholesaler choices, brochure information, or possibly prom thoughts would you share? We have someone new to the industry and he is waiting to hear what you have to say. I first met Seth Meredith of Burlington North Carolina through an email to the editor. He said he had just purchased a tuxedo store on January 1st and wanted to say he was very excited about the industry and the opportunity before him! The thought of this young man working his way through the maze of decisions that many of our current operators were born into seemed mind boggling. I asked him a few questions via email and talked on the phone and got to know an industrious entrepreneur with many fresh ideas for an established industry.

I asked him about the history behind the established business he purchased: “T.N. Boone was founded in 1914 by Tom Boone, Sr. as a custom tailor specializing in men's suits. He began traveling Alamance County in his horse and buggy to promote his business and discuss the importance of having a custom suit tailored to their specific measurements. Times were obviously a little different then considering he was quoted as saying, "I've taken a gun from a man's pockets on many occasions to get his correct measurements." Mr. Boone also made custom tailored tuxedos for customers however it was his friends that inspired him to begin renting tuxedos. Tired of his friends borrowing his suits and tuxedos for their own events, Mr. Boone made several tuxedos that were soley used as rentals, thus beginning the rental business at his store. A local newspaper article on the store from May 9, 1949 describes the store as, "one of the largest businesses of its kind in North Carolina." Tom's brother, Bob, opened a dry cleaning business alongside of his brother in downtown Burlington called R.E. Boone that was in existence until a few years ago.

In 1967, Kendall & Bertha Morton purchased the store and began focusing solely on tuxedos. They moved to the business' current location only a few blocks from the original store in 1968 as part of the downtown revitalization effort. In 1980, H. Keith Miller purchased the business from the Morton's. Miller decided to build his own inventory over the years and rely on distributors only when necessary. T.N. Boone currently stocks over 70 different styles of tuxedos with thousands of items in stock.

Growing up in Burlington, TN Boone was always the place to rent your tuxedo. Personally, I rented from Keith for 3 proms and in 3 weddings over the years and the final wedding in August of 2008 began the discussion of Keith's desire to retire from the industry. At the time, I was operating a well known drag strip in North Carolina but was ready to take on my own business. Keith was planning on either selling the store or selling the merchandise and closing its doors however he really wanted to see the store celebrate 100 years in 2014. One conversation led to another and I purchased TN Boone in January of 2009. Keith has been a huge asset in the transition and I definitely want him closely involved for as long as he wants. I am truly blessed to have his help...”

I asked Seth about his background and his drive to get into this industry: “I am originally from Blacksburg, VA and moved to Elon, NC at the age of 5 so I consider myself to have 2 hometowns since all family is from Virginia. After high school, I turned down the opportunity to attend a few universities and decided to take my chances in the working world. My father was a college instructor and mother was an elementary school librarian so education was always stressed in my household. Personally, I felt a college degree was not necessary although I knew I was taking the harder path to success without one. The day I turned 18, I was offered a management job in corporate retail (American Eagle) where I really strengthened my visual merchandising skills and learned the importance of backroom organization under one of the best managers in their company. After AE it was off to a well established local sporting goods store. There I learned the importance of one on one interaction and building a relationship with each customer to establish long term business and loyalty. It wasn't until I took a job for a rapidly growing sports nutrition company called Bulk Nutrition that I really learned about "behind the scenes" business decisions. I grew a close relationship with the owner, Mike McCandless, who was similar in age to myself and he gave me the opportunity to make important business decisions on my own and either reap the rewards or learn from the mistakes. Once he sold the business, he purchased a well known drag strip in North Carolina and I became the Director of Marketing & Media. The timing was perfect when I began discussions regarding purchasing TN Boone, b/c my friend decided to sell the track and pursue other ventures as well. I am appreciative to Mike for giving me the opportunities that most people my age will never get to experience.”

Being the sole owner of a business at such a young age surely brought about a desire to change some things. I asked him what he changed upon possession: “The first major change I made was to process all inventory into an Excel spreadsheet. Thankfully, I was able to start before officially purchasing the business. With the help of a friend over a few late nights and a lot of frustration, we were able to get the base of my inventory processed in about a week and a half. Remember, I didn't know ANYTHING about the current inventory when we started so you can imagine how fun that was. I must say that it was a great training tool for me to learn locations and style names.”

Seth Meredith has great ideas and enthusiasm to bring those ideas to fruition. I asked him where he would like to take his new business in the future: “This is a really tough question. When I worked at Bulk Nutrition, I saw the effects of a business that grew at an exponential rate and it was an eye opener. My immediate thoughts are to take the first two years of business and really evaluate the cause and effect of the changes I've made. Do I try to expand into another location here in town or in another county? Do I focus on moving to a more retail oriented location? Or am I satisfied with the current sales figures and stay put in my historic store? Don't get me wrong, I want to make millions just like everyone else but at what cost am I willing to do so? Honestly, I need to see more concrete sales figures that are a result of my marketing plans before I can determine which direction to take the business.” This is definitely an area where Seth would love to have industry advice! You have all been there before and it has to be refreshing to think about how you would have done a few things differently and how you now have this opportunity to help him.

Along with all of this enthusiasm certainly comes a touch of fear, I asked Mr. Meredith what his greatest fear is at present: “Obviously, my greatest fear is failure. More specifically, taking over such a well established business such as T.N. Boone and being the one who makes it fail after 95 years of success. I'm too motivated to let this happen but the thought of failure crosses everyone's mind at some point.”

That fear is quickly overshadowed by eagerness to succeed and Seth has an abundance of that. I asked him what he would do to stand out among the competition: “ There are two things that will make me stand out. 1) The fact that all of my merchandise is in my store and that each customer can try on exactly what they pick out. Nobody else in my area can make that same claim. Being able to offer same day service will generate a large amount of business as well. 2) Service, service, service. Establishing a first name relationship with each customer is extremely important. I want all of my customers to mention me personally when they are in conversation with someone else regarding tuxedos. Referrals are very important to me. At 26, not married, and no kids, I am much more flexible than most other businesses. I gladly offer after hours appointments which mean the world to some people.” His local competition is MW tux, S & K, and another local shop that is a few years old in a more visible part of town.

In asking Seth Meredith about his staff his answer was a heartfelt: “Me, myself, and I! I have been blessed to have some help from great friends and the past owner when needed. I have taken a crash course in sewing and alterations over the last 6 months but there are 2 alteration shops within 50 feet or less of my storefront. In the coming days, I will be looking for part time staff to help during the after school hours.”

With prom right around the corner he has been developing a kick-back/incentive plan with each high school's fundraising committee. He also is utilizing traditional advertising in school newspapers and athletic facilities. What prom promotion ideas are you able to pass along?

In welcoming him to the industry I asked him what he would like to get from the IFA: “ANYTHING. What to do and not to do. What works best and what doesn't work at all. Tips. Every location is different but any advice is worth the listen.” He found out about the newsletter and the association from a Google search and I hope through this article to offer him an idea of what the association can offer by way of camaraderie.

I asked Seth Meredith what thoughts he wanted to portray to the industry about his decision to get into formalwear: “In the struggling economy, I feel I have made a great decision to pursue my career in a business that can withstand these tough times, especially in a store with a well established name and history such as T.N. Boone. There is so much that I want to learn that will effect the future decisions I make regarding the direction of my business.” One of his many ideas was to establish a message board where anyone can leave posts or information on formalwear related topics for members to read and add to at any time. What do you think?

This now offers the opportunity to each and every one of you to help educate a new member on avoiding price cutting, raising the bar on service, and the best way to continue a long withstanding business with some great new ideals. Send your thoughts directly to Seth Meredith seth.meredith@hotmail.com or to me to pass along to editor@formaltimes.com

If you were asked to give one piece of advice to someone new to the industry what would it be? Seriously what promotion idea, buying tips, dry cleaning hints, wholesaler choices, brochure information, or possibly prom thoughts would you share? We have someone new to the industry and he is waiting to hear what you have to say. I first met Seth Meredith of Burlington North Carolina through an email to the editor. He said he had just purchased a tuxedo store on January 1st and wanted to say he was very excited about the industry and the opportunity before him! The thought of this young man working his way through the maze of decisions that many of our current operators were born into seemed mind boggling. I asked him a few questions via email and talked on the phone and got to know an industrious entrepreneur with many fresh ideas for an established industry.

I asked him about the history behind the established business he purchased: “T.N. Boone was founded in 1914 by Tom Boone, Sr. as a custom tailor specializing in men's suits. He began traveling Alamance County in his horse and buggy to promote his business and discuss the importance of having a custom suit tailored to their specific measurements. Times were obviously a little different then considering he was quoted as saying, "I've taken a gun from a man's pockets on many occasions to get his correct measurements." Mr. Boone also made custom tailored tuxedos for customers however it was his friends that inspired him to begin renting tuxedos. Tired of his friends borrowing his suits and tuxedos for their own events, Mr. Boone made several tuxedos that were soley used as rentals, thus beginning the rental business at his store. A local newspaper article on the store from May 9, 1949 describes the store as, "one of the largest businesses of its kind in North Carolina." Tom's brother, Bob, opened a dry cleaning business alongside of his brother in downtown Burlington called R.E. Boone that was in existence until a few years ago.

In 1967, Kendall & Bertha Morton purchased the store and began focusing solely on tuxedos. They moved to the business' current location only a few blocks from the original store in 1968 as part of the downtown revitalization effort. In 1980, H. Keith Miller purchased the business from the Morton's. Miller decided to build his own inventory over the years and rely on distributors only when necessary. T.N. Boone currently stocks over 70 different styles of tuxedos with thousands of items in stock.

Growing up in Burlington, TN Boone was always the place to rent your tuxedo. Personally, I rented from Keith for 3 proms and in 3 weddings over the years and the final wedding in August of 2008 began the discussion of Keith's desire to retire from the industry. At the time, I was operating a well known drag strip in North Carolina but was ready to take on my own business. Keith was planning on either selling the store or selling the merchandise and closing its doors however he really wanted to see the store celebrate 100 years in 2014. One conversation led to another and I purchased TN Boone in January of 2009. Keith has been a huge asset in the transition and I definitely want him closely involved for as long as he wants. I am truly blessed to have his help...”

I asked Seth about his background and his drive to get into this industry: “I am originally from Blacksburg, VA and moved to Elon, NC at the age of 5 so I consider myself to have 2 hometowns since all family is from Virginia. After high school, I turned down the opportunity to attend a few universities and decided to take my chances in the working world. My father was a college instructor and mother was an elementary school librarian so education was always stressed in my household. Personally, I felt a college degree was not necessary although I knew I was taking the harder path to success without one. The day I turned 18, I was offered a management job in corporate retail (American Eagle) where I really strengthened my visual merchandising skills and learned the importance of backroom organization under one of the best managers in their company. After AE it was off to a well established local sporting goods store. There I learned the importance of one on one interaction and building a relationship with each customer to establish long term business and loyalty. It wasn't until I took a job for a rapidly growing sports nutrition company called Bulk Nutrition that I really learned about "behind the scenes" business decisions. I grew a close relationship with the owner, Mike McCandless, who was similar in age to myself and he gave me the opportunity to make important business decisions on my own and either reap the rewards or learn from the mistakes. Once he sold the business, he purchased a well known drag strip in North Carolina and I became the Director of Marketing & Media. The timing was perfect when I began discussions regarding purchasing TN Boone, b/c my friend decided to sell the track and pursue other ventures as well. I am appreciative to Mike for giving me the opportunities that most people my age will never get to experience.”

Being the sole owner of a business at such a young age surely brought about a desire to change some things. I asked him what he changed upon possession: “The first major change I made was to process all inventory into an Excel spreadsheet. Thankfully, I was able to start before officially purchasing the business. With the help of a friend over a few late nights and a lot of frustration, we were able to get the base of my inventory processed in about a week and a half. Remember, I didn't know ANYTHING about the current inventory when we started so you can imagine how fun that was. I must say that it was a great training tool for me to learn locations and style names.”

Seth Meredith has great ideas and enthusiasm to bring those ideas to fruition. I asked him where he would like to take his new business in the future: “This is a really tough question. When I worked at Bulk Nutrition, I saw the effects of a business that grew at an exponential rate and it was an eye opener. My immediate thoughts are to take the first two years of business and really evaluate the cause and effect of the changes I've made. Do I try to expand into another location here in town or in another county? Do I focus on moving to a more retail oriented location? Or am I satisfied with the current sales figures and stay put in my historic store? Don't get me wrong, I want to make millions just like everyone else but at what cost am I willing to do so? Honestly, I need to see more concrete sales figures that are a result of my marketing plans before I can determine which direction to take the business.” This is definitely an area where Seth would love to have industry advice! You have all been there before and it has to be refreshing to think about how you would have done a few things differently and how you now have this opportunity to help him.

Along with all of this enthusiasm certainly comes a touch of fear, I asked Mr. Meredith what his greatest fear is at present: “Obviously, my greatest fear is failure. More specifically, taking over such a well established business such as T.N. Boone and being the one who makes it fail after 95 years of success. I'm too motivated to let this happen but the thought of failure crosses everyone's mind at some point.”

That fear is quickly overshadowed by eagerness to succeed and Seth has an abundance of that. I asked him what he would do to stand out among the competition: “ There are two things that will make me stand out. 1) The fact that all of my merchandise is in my store and that each customer can try on exactly what they pick out. Nobody else in my area can make that same claim. Being able to offer same day service will generate a large amount of business as well. 2) Service, service, service. Establishing a first name relationship with each customer is extremely important. I want all of my customers to mention me personally when they are in conversation with someone else regarding tuxedos. Referrals are very important to me. At 26, not married, and no kids, I am much more flexible than most other businesses. I gladly offer after hours appointments which mean the world to some people.” His local competition is MW tux, S & K, and another local shop that is a few years old in a more visible part of town.

In asking Seth Meredith about his staff his answer was a heartfelt: “Me, myself, and I! I have been blessed to have some help from great friends and the past owner when needed. I have taken a crash course in sewing and alterations over the last 6 months but there are 2 alteration shops within 50 feet or less of my storefront. In the coming days, I will be looking for part time staff to help during the after school hours.”

With prom right around the corner he has been developing a kick-back/incentive plan with each high school's fundraising committee. He also is utilizing traditional advertising in school newspapers and athletic facilities. What prom promotion ideas are you able to pass along?

In welcoming him to the industry I asked him what he would like to get from the IFA: “ANYTHING. What to do and not to do. What works best and what doesn't work at all. Tips. Every location is different but any advice is worth the listen.” He found out about the newsletter and the association from a Google search and I hope through this article to offer him an idea of what the association can offer by way of camaraderie.

I asked Seth Meredith what thoughts he wanted to portray to the industry about his decision to get into formalwear: “In the struggling economy, I feel I have made a great decision to pursue my career in a business that can withstand these tough times, especially in a store with a well established name and history such as T.N. Boone. There is so much that I want to learn that will effect the future decisions I make regarding the direction of my business.” One of his many ideas was to establish a message board where anyone can leave posts or information on formalwear related topics for members to read and add to at any time. What do you think?

This now offers the opportunity to each and every one of you to help educate a new member on avoiding price cutting, raising the bar on service, and the best way to continue a long withstanding business with some great new ideals. Send your thoughts directly to Seth Meredith seth.meredith@hotmail.com or to me to pass along to editor@formaltimes.com

Jean Yves has worked hard to put together a prom ad campaign to promote formalwear to teens. Lisa Perez has available to view, the shots taken at a prom photo shoot with a variety of colors and themes. Contact Lisa for more information, but we would like to thank Jean Yves for their support in advertising the fact you still need to wear a TUXEDO to prom!!

Announcing Jean Yves Prom Advertising Campaign
See what Jean Yves is doing to support and promote not only our industry but your business as well.
Our strong commitment to the Prom magazine advertising is just one way we want to show our appreciation for your business, along with the prom brochure you should have already received in the mail (if you haven’t please request one free of charge via email) and our free posters, we are committed to the Jean Yves brand and you, our valued customer!
Just keep in mind as you review all the ads we have placed, and request your free posters that we cannot do all this with out your commitment. We need your help to continue to support and promote our industry this way.

Thank you!

Lisa Perez
Brand Manager
Jean Yves Tuxedos and Accessories
www.jeanyvesprom.com

Wants and Offerings

We are selling the following Vest sets in many
colors: Embers (Mfg. Lord West), Citilites (Mfg. Lord
West), Impressions and Phaze (MFG Raffinatti/After
Six).

We are looking to buy additional Protocol Collection
full back vest sets/windsor ties in the Wheat Color
that was first offered then discontinued within a
year.

Thank You,
Becky Afendoulis
Afendoulis Cleaners & Tuxedos.
Grand Rapids MI
Becky@afendoulistuxedos.com

For Sale
CALVIN KLEIN TUX COAT & PANTS $15 COAT, $5 PANT, 70 3-B, 60 2-B THESE WERE MADE BY FCGI
Black "jaguar" by after six, like new condition, 39 coats @$25, 34 pants @$10, excellent range of sizes, free shipping. Lord West "claiborne" citi-edge coats, 39 units, $25 per coat or best offer, mint condition
IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO PURCHASE ANYTHING...PLEASE E-MAIL ME

COLEMAN'S TUXEDOS
IRA COLEMAN
1-973-568-5238
IRATUX@AOL.COM

Paul Morrell Formalwear of Little Rock, Arkansas is looking for the following items:

Out of Style, Slightly Damaged, Worn or Old Merchandise:
Backless and Fullback Vests in Red and Black.
Tailcoats of any make, color and model…Framed Edge and Regular Full Satin in Peak, Notch, Shawl and Fashion Styling. Non-Pleated, Single, Double and Triple Pleated wool Trousers including Flexo and any other waist model.
We are interested in the merchandise you no longer rent and want out of your backroom or warehouse. Very Low Prices Only.
Please contact:

Justin or Dean at Paul Morrell…
info@paulmorrell.com
501.374.8256
800.643.8345
fax: 501.374.7564

120 S. Victory
Little Rock, AR 72201

Offered For Sale Brand new Belize shawls by Fabian. $20 per coat all sizes available. This is a stock reduction, these are brand new with tags.

Offered Black Satin Joseph Abboud vests. $7 per vest brand new all sizes available. This is also a stock reduction, not a closeout.

Offered Brown Pierre Cardin one button notch tuxedos. Full size scale 50 plus coats 70 plus pants $800 for the lot. Excellent condition!

Offered Perry Ellis Vail coats. Great condition 30 coats for $500. Good size range.

Andrew Fezza Cannes aprox 40 plus coats in excellent condition $600. All sizes available.

Wanted Calvin Klein Browns, Grey, or Black and White pinstripe tuxedos and accessories. Sounds like a silly request but you never know!

Maria Russo
Russo’s Tux Shop
Boston MA
russotux@hotmail.com

Looking to buy used white wing shirts and smaller sizes and black wool adjustable pants
Sal Saputo
J&L Formalwear
New Orleans LA

For Sale
Black Gold Sienna Paisley Windsors
Original Price $9.95 each Asking $5.00 each

Black 48
Bali Lavender 24
Silver 30
Cornflower 24
Platinum 24
Celedon 30
Rivera Cafe 30
Candlelight 18
Petal Pink 24
Kiwi 24
Chocolate 24
Spice Red 30
Royal 24
White 18

Lord West Double Trap Shoes New in Boxes
Approximately 150 Pr. $1500.00

Ascot LLC Nova Striped Shirts $7.00 each
Approximately

200 White
170 Ivory
130 Black

Thanks again!

Sam Carlson
Black Tie Formalwear
708-423-3530
Fax 708-423-3533
sam@blacktietuxes.com

Here's my list to sell at this time: hope that these will be good "meat" sizes for who can use them...
Black ECKO I, coats, 38R, 40R, 40R, 46R, 42L..pants, (3) 34RA, (1)37RA...$300. for all only, please.
Black JAG Seven, coats..39R,40R,42R...$60 each or $150 for all.
Black Apollo 7-button coats...42R, 52R ..$95.each or $170. both
shipping is extra, call for the price to you.
We can take charges over the phone, or checks by mail, check needs to clear before we ship,
thanks,

Mary Gray, Ducky's Formalwear
Champaign, Ill, 61820
217-356-5822 fax 217-356-5049

Thoughts for the Week

“Better to do a little well, than a great deal badly.”
~Socrates~

"Understanding can overcome any situation, however mysterious or insurmountable it may appear to be."

Jean Yves has worked hard to put together a prom ad campaign to promote formalwear to teens. Lisa Perez has available to view, the shots taken at a prom photo shoot with a variety of colors and themes. Contact Lisa for more information, but we would like to thank Jean Yves for their support in advertising the fact you still need to wear a TUXEDO to prom!!

Announcing Jean Yves Prom Advertising Campaign
See what Jean Yves is doing to support and promote not only our industry but your business as well.
Our strong commitment to the Prom magazine advertising is just one way we want to show our appreciation for your business, along with the prom brochure you should have already received in the mail (if you haven’t please request one free of charge via email) and our free posters, we are committed to the Jean Yves brand and you, our valued customer!
Just keep in mind as you review all the ads we have placed, and request your free posters that we cannot do all this with out your commitment. We need your help to continue to support and promote our industry this way.

Thank you!

Lisa Perez
Brand Manager
Jean Yves Tuxedos and Accessories
www.jeanyvesprom.com

Wants and Offerings

We are selling the following Vest sets in many
colors: Embers (Mfg. Lord West), Citilites (Mfg. Lord
West), Impressions and Phaze (MFG Raffinatti/After
Six).

We are looking to buy additional Protocol Collection
full back vest sets/windsor ties in the Wheat Color
that was first offered then discontinued within a
year.

Thank You,
Becky Afendoulis
Afendoulis Cleaners & Tuxedos.
Grand Rapids MI
Becky@afendoulistuxedos.com

For Sale
CALVIN KLEIN TUX COAT & PANTS $15 COAT, $5 PANT, 70 3-B, 60 2-B THESE WERE MADE BY FCGI
Black "jaguar" by after six, like new condition, 39 coats @$25, 34 pants @$10, excellent range of sizes, free shipping. Lord West "claiborne" citi-edge coats, 39 units, $25 per coat or best offer, mint condition
IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO PURCHASE ANYTHING...PLEASE E-MAIL ME

COLEMAN'S TUXEDOS
IRA COLEMAN
1-973-568-5238
IRATUX@AOL.COM

Paul Morrell Formalwear of Little Rock, Arkansas is looking for the following items:

Out of Style, Slightly Damaged, Worn or Old Merchandise:
Backless and Fullback Vests in Red and Black.
Tailcoats of any make, color and model…Framed Edge and Regular Full Satin in Peak, Notch, Shawl and Fashion Styling. Non-Pleated, Single, Double and Triple Pleated wool Trousers including Flexo and any other waist model.
We are interested in the merchandise you no longer rent and want out of your backroom or warehouse. Very Low Prices Only.
Please contact:

Justin or Dean at Paul Morrell…
info@paulmorrell.com
501.374.8256
800.643.8345
fax: 501.374.7564

120 S. Victory
Little Rock, AR 72201

Offered For Sale Brand new Belize shawls by Fabian. $20 per coat all sizes available. This is a stock reduction, these are brand new with tags.

Offered Black Satin Joseph Abboud vests. $7 per vest brand new all sizes available. This is also a stock reduction, not a closeout.

Offered Brown Pierre Cardin one button notch tuxedos. Full size scale 50 plus coats 70 plus pants $800 for the lot. Excellent condition!

Offered Perry Ellis Vail coats. Great condition 30 coats for $500. Good size range.

Andrew Fezza Cannes aprox 40 plus coats in excellent condition $600. All sizes available.

Wanted Calvin Klein Browns, Grey, or Black and White pinstripe tuxedos and accessories. Sounds like a silly request but you never know!

Maria Russo
Russo’s Tux Shop
Boston MA
russotux@hotmail.com

Looking to buy used white wing shirts and smaller sizes and black wool adjustable pants
Sal Saputo
J&L Formalwear
New Orleans LA

For Sale
Black Gold Sienna Paisley Windsors
Original Price $9.95 each Asking $5.00 each

Black 48
Bali Lavender 24
Silver 30
Cornflower 24
Platinum 24
Celedon 30
Rivera Cafe 30
Candlelight 18
Petal Pink 24
Kiwi 24
Chocolate 24
Spice Red 30
Royal 24
White 18

Lord West Double Trap Shoes New in Boxes
Approximately 150 Pr. $1500.00

Ascot LLC Nova Striped Shirts $7.00 each
Approximately

200 White
170 Ivory
130 Black

Thanks again!

Sam Carlson
Black Tie Formalwear
708-423-3530
Fax 708-423-3533
sam@blacktietuxes.com

Here's my list to sell at this time: hope that these will be good "meat" sizes for who can use them...
Black ECKO I, coats, 38R, 40R, 40R, 46R, 42L..pants, (3) 34RA, (1)37RA...$300. for all only, please.
Black JAG Seven, coats..39R,40R,42R...$60 each or $150 for all.
Black Apollo 7-button coats...42R, 52R ..$95.each or $170. both
shipping is extra, call for the price to you.
We can take charges over the phone, or checks by mail, check needs to clear before we ship,
thanks,

Mary Gray, Ducky's Formalwear
Champaign, Ill, 61820
217-356-5822 fax 217-356-5049

Thoughts for the Week

“Better to do a little well, than a great deal badly.”
~Socrates~

"Understanding can overcome any situation, however mysterious or insurmountable it may appear to be."

The opinions expressed by the authors do not reflect necessarily of the Association of  International Formalwear, its officials, directors or personnel. Each author is the unique person in charge of her or his content.

The opinions expressed by the authors do not reflect necessarily of the Association of  International Formalwear, its officials, directors or personnel. Each author is the unique person in charge of her or his content.