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Jillian LaRochelle PROJECT MANAGER
Lisa Montemorra DESIGNERS
Cynthia Lucero, Jean-Nicole Venditti CONCEPT DIRECTORS
Andrew Mitchell, Russ Mitchell MERCHANDISING DIRECTOR
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John Frascone BUSINESS JOURNALS FASHION GROUP PUBLISHER
Stuart Nifoussi PRESIDENT AND CEO
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Mac Brighton CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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1939
Harry Slesinger and Larry Morris launch Larrimor’s in a 1,000-square-foot, one-level storefront in Pittsburgh’s Union Trust Building (UTB). Slesinger’s expertise in clothing manufacturing and operations unite with Morris’s sales experience from Kaufmann’s to form a successful business model. American-made men’s suits and sportcoats from Philadelphia, New York City, Chicago, Rochester and Baltimore are sold, supported by on-site custom tailoring.
1940s
In the early ’40s, inventory is severely restricted due to World War II. One (yes, only one) choice of suit is offered at Larrimor’s and pant cuffs are prohibited due to fabric rations. Post WWII, Harry Slesinger buys out Larry Morris, expands Larrimor’s footprint to 1500 square feet at its 434 Oliver Street location and begins to offer men’s furnishings.
1950s
The decade starts with DuPont’s innovative production of a synthetic fabric called Dacron. A washable Dacron suit is showcased hanging in a tub of water in Larrimor’s window display! In 1955, Larrimor’s expands at UTB by moving into the former Pennsylvania Railroad Ticket Office (corner of Oliver Street & William Penn Avenue), adds Chicago-based Oxxford to its luxury menswear collection and enters the shoe business with exclusive selections by Frank Brothers.
1960s
An enduring commitment to quality and value, and a keen eye toward innovative and new fashion keep the customers coming. So much so that a third UTB expansion is planned and completed. Larrimor’s introduces made-to-measure clothing for men alongside a novel photometric process designed to ensure the perfect size and fit. On trend this decade: the bold, funky colors of London’s Carnaby Street and Italian handmade designs influenced by the English bespoke tailors of Savile Row.
1970s
As the female workforce grows in size and stature, Larrimor’s launches its women’s department in response to the increasing need for professional tailored clothing. Women’s jackets, skirts and blouses— with floppy bow ties—are all the rage! Carl Slesinger, Harry’s son, assumes leadership of Larrimor’s and will remain at the helm for the next three decades.
1980s
After leading his family-owned business for over four decades, Harry Slesinger dies in 1983, leaving a legacy of unsurpassed excellence, quality and service that remain to this day. One quarter of UTB’s first floor is taken over by Larrimor’s as continued growth necessitates a fourth move to a new space at Grant Street and 5th Avenue. Customers gain access to Canali (for men) and Jaeger (for women), two of Europe’s premier lines of luxury designer clothing.
1990s
In 1992 Larrimor’s opens a second store in the Galleria (Mt. Lebanon)—where it will remain for over 20 years. An enduring relationship with the Italian fashion house Ermenegildo Zegna is established in 1995. Two years later, Tom Michael and Lisa Slesinger join Larrimor’s.
2000
Larrimor’s initiates its fifth and final renovation at UTB in 2001 and replaces Jaeger with its own handpicked selection of women’s designer fashions and accessories. In 2006, its Mt. Lebanon store moves to a new Galleria location and adds women’s clothing to its expansive new space. Esquire magazine names Larrimor’s a “Best of Class” national retailer.
2010
After 70 years in the Union Trust Building, Larrimor’s launches a new decade with a new move to its current home at One PNC Plaza. The exquisite new custom-built space is 13 times larger than the original 1939 location. Lisa Slesinger and Tom Michael take the helm and become owners of Larrimor’s. The Galleria store closes and Larrimor’s returns to its roots as a one-store destination in Pittsburgh.
2014
75 never looked so good! Larrimor’s stands the test of time and celebrates its 75th anniversary!
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Dear Friends, 2014 marks Larrimor’s 75th Anniversary. While this is truly a noteworthy milestone, our Diamond Anniversary celebrates much more than our longevity. It is the ideal occasion to honor the countless individuals who have led us to this memorable moment in time. In this, our 75th year, we proudly recognize and commemorate: • Our Founders, whose legacy and founding principles influence our work each and every day • Our Customers, whose trust and enduring patronage are deeply appreciated and valued • Our Employees, whose decades of experience and service make us best in class in Pittsburgh • Our Designers, whose exquisite fashions and workmanship transform your look each season Individually and collectively, these people represent the foundation of our business success. Through their loyalty and commitment, Larrimor’s has endured, flourished and prospered since 1939. Our historic journey began in Downtown Pittsburgh with the vision of two men, Harry Slesinger and Larry Morris. Today, their timeless influence and impact can still be felt by the generations of customers, employees, designers and community partners who have been members of Larrimor’s extended family throughout our history. We couldn’t be more proud to turn 75! It is a mark of stability, longevity and quality that few family-owned, independent retailers in this country ever attain. Thanks to you, Larrimor’s reputation has endured the test of time and is poised to do so for many more decades to come. On to the next 75 years! With Gratitude,
Carl Slesinger
Lisa Slesinger
Tom Michael
2nd generation co-owner
3rd generation co-owner
co-owner
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SOUTHSIDE • STRIP DISTRICT w w w. p e r l o r a . c o m
PITTSBURGH OPERA & LARRIMOR’S CELEBRATE 75 YEARS
PHOTO: ARCHIE CARPENTER
BY MELISSA FRANKO
Left: Past and present Pittsburgh Opera general directors, from left: Mark Weinstein, Christopher Hahn and Tito Capobianco at the Diamond Horseshoe Ball, opening the 75th Anniversary Season! Right: Tom Michael, Lisa Slesinger, Zandra Rhodes, Christopher Hahn and Michele Fabrizi. PITTSBURGH OPERA
AND
LARRIMOR’S both celebrate an important
milestone this season—being an integral part of the fabric of Pittsburgh for 75 years!
Throughout its history, Pittsburgh Opera has been supported
Begun by five intrepid women in 1939 as the Pittsburgh Opera
by an active and generous board, which included Larrimor’s
Society, Pittsburgh Opera is the seventh oldest company in the
founder Harry Slesinger, whose tenure ran from 1967 until his
United States and draws on a rich legacy of music-making.
death in 1983. Slesinger’s passion and vision for opera is among
Among the many luminaries who have sung at Pittsburgh Opera
the many reasons that Pittsburgh Opera is celebrating over
are Luciano Pavarotti, Beverly Sills, Joan Sutherland, Sherrill
seven decades of bringing quality opera to our region.
Milnes and Stephanie Blythe. The company’s first conductor, Richard Karp of Vienna, led Pittsburgh Opera for nearly 40 years. In 1983, Tito Capobianco became Pittsburgh Opera’s general director, and molded the Opera into an influential national company. Under his direction, the Opera established its own orchestra, pioneered the use of supertitles, formed the Resident Artists Program and dramatically increased the region’s audience for opera.
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Since 2008, Christopher Hahn has vigorously upheld Pittsburgh Opera’s high standards of management and artistic excellence.
Harry Slesinger’s passion and vision for opera is among the many reasons that Pittsburgh Opera is celebrating over seven decades of bringing quality opera to our region.
Following Capobianco, Mark Weinstein focused on rigorous fi-
Pittsburgh Opera’s new headquarters in the historic George
nancial management and long-range strategic planning. Wein-
Westinghouse Air Brake Factory, at 2425 Liberty Avenue in
stein increased the company’s assets threefold and cemented
Pittsburgh’s Strip District, has provided Pittsburgh Opera with
the Opera’s reputation as a leader in financial management in
improved rehearsal space while opening up a whole new way for
the industry. Weinstein also initiated the Artistic Excellence Proj-
the community to experience all the artistry that is part of opera.
ect, raising major funds to bring world-class singing and direct-
In an effort to maintain the company’s mission to enrich Pitts-
ing talent to Pittsburgh Opera.
burgh and the tri-state area, the Opera has committed to the
LARRIMOR’S
HIGH ART HIGH FASHION
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he arts and high fashion have been a natural fit off the stage for centuries, but it wasn’t until the 1920s that fashion houses and theaters started to collide on stage. Coco Chanel led the way by designing for Les Ballet Russes, and was soon followed by Lanvin, Balmain, Dior and Yves Saint Laurent. While ballet saw the most collaboration originally, the last few decades have seen a growing number of contemporary designers find a creative outlet through opera costuming. Some of the biggest names in haute couture are creating visionary designs around the world. Famed designer Gianni Versace was one of the first prominent couturiers to cross over into the world of opera in the early ’80s, when his projects included Strauss’s Salome for La Scala. Emanuel Ungaro, Miuccia Prada, Giorgio Armani, Karl Lagerfeld, and Ottavio and Rosita Missoni are just a few who have had their work shown on the stages of the Metropolitan Opera, La Scala and the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. In 2012, Hamburg Opera commissioned Christian Lacroix to costume Madama Butterfly. Not only did traditional opera media outlets cover the story, but the partnership guaranteed important column inches in both fashion and mainstream media, which is vital to keeping the arts alive. Pittsburgh has even been the host for such an amazing collaboration. Larrimor’s partnered with Pittsburgh Opera to host a trunk show with designer Zandra Rhodes, when she was in town in 2011 for Pittsburgh Opera’s The Pearl Fishers. The dramatic and glamorous personality did the set design and costumes. Other favorite works for costumiers include Don Giovanni, Carmen, Aida, Così fan tutte, Attila, and The Magic Flute. Pittsburgh Opera produced Don Giovanni in 2012, as well as Aida and The Magic Flute in 2013.
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Above: Christian Lacroix amongst his Madama Butterfly creations for Hamburg Opera. Left: A Gianni Versace design for Salome. Below: Zandra Rhodes for The Pearl Fishers.
use of sustainable methods in the renovation and maintenance
ally renowned Pittsburgh Opera Resident Artist Program is
of the new headquarters, obtaining a Leadership in Energy and
among the country’s top five training centers for rising opera
Environmental Design (LEED) Operations and Maintenance Silver
stars and the newly designed administrative and rehearsal space
Certification in June 2011.
provides for events ranging from free community Brown Bag
In addition to its mainstage productions, Pittsburgh Opera
concerts to concert recitals by world-class opera singers.
produces a range of programs to engage and enrich the com-
More information on the 2014 winter and spring productions
munity with more than 20,000 students, families and educators
of Pittsburgh Opera (Dark Sisters, Paul’s Case, La Bohème, and
participating in its educational events annually. The internation-
Orphée) can be found at pittsburghopera.org.
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BY LISA SLESINGER • PHOTOGRAPHY BY TOM CWENAR
Age is just a number, and for Larrimor’s it’s a beautiful number. I couldn’t be more excited to be celebrating our 75th anniversary!
esa Voyage is snapped up as quickly as we can unpack it! At last September’s spring market, we fell in love with Diane von Furstenberg, aka DVF, all over again. We know that you will love her great blouses, tunics and of course, iconic dresses. Diane is truly a creative genius and her colorful prints and chic dresses create timeless classics!
Did you know that in the past year, we have doubled the size
We have great trunk shows, where you can pick from a
of our women’s business? We want to thank each of you for
broader offering of looks and sizes than any one store could
being part of this journey! Your sharing what you are looking
ever buy. Trunk shows are your opportunity to develop a great
for, what you love, and what you don't—it helps us to help
wardrobe made of exclusive looks that you love! Each Trunk
you! Thank you for choosing to shop with us, and for telling
Show varies in delivery and types of offerings, so please let us
your friends. You are the reason we’re here, but here are a few
advise you on what to expect prior to each show. Keep your
of the the other ingredients in our “secret recipe.”
eye on our website, for dates for Escada, St. John, Stizzoli,
We pick new lines every season and add them to your favorites. This spring, we are introducing Rena Lange, a luxury
Rena Lange, Peggy Jennings, Alta Moda, Lafayette 148 New York, J Brand and so much more!
ready-to-wear collection known for signature trims, refined de-
Other great stuff: our wonderful team of caring profession-
tailing and precision tailoring that represent prêt-a-porter at a
als. Free alterations on regular-priced merchandise. Validated
couture level.
parking at Three PNC Plaza, behind the Fairmont hotel. Sig-
In addition, we have heard you loud and clear: no one makes pants (and great dresses) like Piazza Sempione! We are bring-
nature gift wrap, wardrobe consultations at your home, and fun events for your organization or a group of friends.
ing this collection back to Pittsburgh—and it is better than ever!
Most importantly, we really care... whether you are unhappy
We are pleased to introduce Marchesa Voyage to Pitts-
or ecstatic! Yes, we all have an occasional bad day, but when
burgh. British-born Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig have
you share your thoughts, we will either feel great that we ex-
built a fashion empire defined by elegant eveningwear. With
ceeded your expectations, or we will do whatever is necessary
the extravagant and eccentric fashion icon and Italian heiress
to regain your confidence.
as their muse, they have created a collection of contemporary
Thank you for helping us to nurture and develop Larrimor’s
tops, dresses and pants that will take you everywhere. Cov-
for Her. We are grateful for your insight, ideas, referrals and
eted by women of all ages, each new shipment from March-
support. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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DANCE PARTY...
IT’S A COSMIC THING A dance-filled night was enjoyed by all as The Pittsburgh Dance Council came together with Larrimor’s and Nadav Baum of BPU Investment Management Inc. to celebrate a season of adventurous dance. The store was transformed into a nightclub with Pittsburgh’s Re-52’s (a B-52’s tribute band), who had everyone on the dance floor. Don’t miss out on exciting future events! Give your email address to your sales associate and we’ll be certain to add you to our VIP invitation list.
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YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED How do you decide what to buy for the store each season? A common misconception is that we choose product based on
fresh, beautiful merchandise that helps push our clients forward,
what we see at fashion shows. While that would be fun, fash-
but no one person has a crystal ball. I find that the more opinions
ion week is designed for editorial coverage, so the people there
I take into account, the more successful I am.
are mostly writing and photographing for online or print content.
Then I come back to Larrimor’s and begin working with my
What retailers see in the showrooms certainly takes direction
team, showing them everything I liked and getting their input. I
from what was on the runways, but in variations that appeal to
used to have five rolls of film I needed to come home and devel-
real women.
op; now the photos are all on my iPad, so I can be more effi-
What you see at the store in March we have been planning
cient and start sharing immediately! Sometimes we fall in love
since August; that’s when I start looking at the European
with an item we know will work for many different women (like
designer collections that only come to the U.S. for a few days
the Aldo Martin look featured here), and sometimes we buy
at a time. Then the bulk of our spring market work is done
with a specific customer in mind, if a piece “has her name all
during a few trips to New York in September, where we visit
over it” or if she has a special event on the horizon.
designer showrooms and go to trade shows.
For collections we already carry, I have an open-to-buy budg-
Each day in the market I can view two major collections in the
et in mind, but it’s never a done deal until I’ve reviewed all the
showrooms or up to 20 lines at a trade show, but my process is
options. In addition to buying some of the world’s best designer
the same. I look through the entire collection and pick what I like.
brands, a special pleasure for me is finding new talent. I don’t
Then I write notes and take pictures of everything—much more
care about who’s going to be the next big thing, but about who’s
than I could ever buy. I ask for feedback from the designers and
right for Larrimor’s. We look at our core collections and the up-
account executives, to discover their own personal favorites as
and-coming brands, edit it all down to the pieces we love most,
well as what other people have responded to. We want to feature
and “let the cream rise to the top.” Occasionally I will round out my buy in Las Vegas or Dallas, or go back to New York to fill in whatever is missing. It’s stimulating to say the least! In menswear it’s more common to buy by classification: a certain percentage goes towards cotton pants, a certain percentage goes towards dress pants, etc. In women’s, we know we need tops and skirts and dresses, but from season to season the balance will shift depending on the trends. Fashions move so quickly these days, so it’s a fun challenge to find pieces that are timely and modern, but that will also endure beyond a single season. Luckily, as a small independent business, we have the ability to be flexible and react quickly to the changing needs of our clients. As an owner and buyer, I get to interact with clients every day, to that information the next time I’m out in the market. Because at the end of the day, my ultimate goal is to make you look and feel great.
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Keep Your Focus on Your Financial Planning Recently, my colleague Robert Standish, JD, CFP®, Managing Director of BPU’s Financial Planning, provided our clients with some insight to what he coined “political brinkmanship and insurmountable debt” in light of last October’s government shutdown and looming default of our Government’s debt. That said, his thoughts continue to be relevant, especially for those of you who read and react to the headlines every day.
Among the most significant comments he made, and I believe we should all remember is what follows: s Conditions in private and public sectors have improved over the past few years. The leverage of the companies included in the S&P 500 is at the lowest rate we have seen in 25 years. And despite the incessant rhetoric, the government budget deficit has fallen from almost 10% in 2010 to an estimated 3.9% for 2013. s Work with your advisor to monitor the markets and evaluate whether your circumstances require a need to reduce risk exposure in your portfolios. As you collaborate with your financial advisor, please keep in mind that search for higher yield or alternative sources of income can represent other uncontemplated risks not normally associated with traditional, investment grade bonds.
NADAV BAUM Executive Vice President Mr. Baum can be contacted at nbaum@bpuinvestments.com
s As long-term investors, we simply do not believe it is prudent to let fear arising from our response to political theatrics to drive our investment decisions. Short-term phenomena will continue to frustrate us as investors, but we should not let these erractic events impact our long-term perspective.
No doubt the news cycle will continue to bring us drama, but it is up to us to consider and think through what is actually fact and what serves to keep us glued to our computers, TVs and mobile devices. My advice – when the media gets all in a twist, that is your cue to unwind. Don’t sit and fume, contact your financial advisor to bring you back to your world and your reality. Note: To read the full article by Mr. Standish go to: http://www.bpuinvestments.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/DebtCeilingLetter.pdf
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that’s redefining the way women think
“They come out of the wash like cashmere.” The knits never
of knitwear. Photos don’t do this line justice; it truly must
wrinkle—honestly, never. They don’t lose their shape and they
be touched to reveal its caliber. Larrimor’s buyer Lisa
stretch to flatter every figure. Every figure means a size range
TIZZOLI IS A BRAND
Slesinger wasn’t convinced by pictures that this was a line she needed to add to our growing list of designers, but she agreed to do a trunk show. When the Stizzoli garments arrived from Italy,
it was love at first touch. Rich hues and mod prints of the finest, 26-gauge handcrafted knitwear were unpacked in preparation for the trunk show. By the time Stizzoli sales representative Lino Puccio arrived, we couldn’t wait to hear more.
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If you put this on a young woman in can be very Prada. If you put this on an older woman it can be very Palm Beach. —Lino Puccio, Stizzoli representative from 4 to 26, with built-in tummy control for sizes 14 and up.
“The woman who never thought that she could wear wool,
The plus sizes are available at no additional cost. Lino encour-
can wear these,” Lino said on the first day of the trunk show.
aged everyone to stretch the pieces and Continued page 46.
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E V O LV I N G E T R O Creative experimentation is perfectly balanced by centuries-old inspiration. AS
and lifestyle brand,
even everyday pieces were designed to surprise. Inspired by
Etro wasn’t so much founded
the Mexican riding tradition of charreria, the highly researched
as grown organically. In 1968,
and elaborately patchworked materials highlight Etro’s unparal-
Gimmo Etro began producing
leled expertise in fabric combination. Intricate leather tooling,
high-quality fabrics embellished
for example, is informed by age-old saddlery techniques and
with original designs and innova-
used abundantly across clothing and accessories. Traditional
tive colors. In 1981 the furnish-
English fabrications, from sharp pinstripes to cotton-linen twills,
ing textiles line made its debut,
cut into the mix, offering a classic balance to Aztec-inspired
featuring a paisley
embroidery.
A FASHION
print that would Clockwise from top left: Kean, Jacopo, Ippolito and Veronica Etro
quickly become Etro’s leitmotif. The addi-
are resolutely masculine and exalt a man’s natural shape. Jackets feature a powerful shoulder, while suits are cut in three pieces, plastered with intarsias, piped in suede or
tion of leather goods and travel bags
leather saddle stitching, lined in georgette silk, and lay-
(1984), home accessories (1986) and fra-
ered over un-done striped shirts. Continued next page.
grances (late 1980s) consolidated the brand’s standing as a lifestyle powerhouse, but it wasn’t until the 1990s that the now-iconic men’s and women’s prêtà-porter collections were introduced. From its headquarters on Milan’s Via Spartaco, Etro is now helmed by Gimmo’s four children. Jacopo, the eldest, oversees the textiles, home and leather goods collections. Next is Kean, the “creative spirit” of the brand and director of men’s collections. Ippolito is CFO and COO, while baby of the family (and only daughter) Veronica designs the women’s wear. Almost as deep as Etro’s family roots are its roots in textile culture. Inspired by history, the textiles interpret signs whose origins have been lost in time. Using only the finest fibers and finishings, the paisley motif is constantly reinterpreted in what Etro calls “a game of suggestive elegance.” For the spring/summer 2014 men’s collection,
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Sculpted and cut close to the body, the season’s silhouettes
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POP OF
paisley
Paisley is an ancient decoration rich in history and meaning. The droplet-shaped motif was born in Mesopotamia, where it symbolized the seed of the tree of life. The design migrated from east to west, and has been found on objects from Indian prints to Celtic embroideries. In Kashmir, shawls printed with this pattern were offered as gifts to the Great Mogul, then passed down through the generations. Etro’s collection of 150 of these shawls, dating from 1810 to 1880, has inspired the use of paisley as the common thread that runs through its collections. Over the years the design has been illuminated with pop hues, fossilized, pulverized, corroded, overlapped, paired with flowers and stripes, enlarged, and reduced to its original essence. This special talent with prints is what puts Etro in a class of its own.
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Orange, the signature hue of traditional saddle-makers, takes center stage. New shades of white were invented by blending linen and cotton or by appliquéing suede onto twill. Ice cream shades of strawberry, lemon, lime and bubblegum blue create tone-on tone patterns used on jacquard shirts. Etro’s signature prints possess an unstudied, arte-naïf quality, as if drawn by hand. A horse print, on shirts and jackets, bears the unfinished semblance of a rough illustration. The paisley is also treated in a new way: as a blurry, black-and-white pattern that seems to emerge from a mirage.
O
n the women’s side, Veronica Etro presents her vision
storing sensations and inspirations to share with my creative team. I keep a notebook in which to record things that strike me. Then I work by subtraction, gradually cleaning out the notebook and throwing away most of the notes until it is time to get up the courage to close the circle. What is left forms the heart of the collection.” –VERONICA ETRO
of deconstructed elegance, where the simplicity of dressing contrasts with the detail of handcraft.
A rich array of influences includes her grandmother’s pat-
terned bookshelf, the exotic blooms of Indo-China, and the precious metal work of the Ottoman Empire. The paisley motif is hand-sewn into complex collages along
Bright, bold colors—lemon, coral, mint, lavender—mix effortlessly with neutrals like sage, khaki and ivory. The new ease of the season can be felt in Etro’s simple shapes, many of which wrap around the body with a casual, comfortable air. Shawl-front halter gowns fall gently
with tie-fabric patterns, exotic florals and the season’s new
in a column to the ankle. Skirts, cut below the knee,
figurative drawings, resulting in a new “print” that’s actually
look like draped sarongs but are in fact constructed.
a splintered patchwork pattern. Purposefully asymmetri-
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“ I observe everything,
Details like scarf necks, flap panels and pockets
cal in their placement, the prints have an air of imper-
on the front of evening gowns or backs of
fection and are trimmed in metal fringe or enameled
jackets, fracture the sense of formality and
metal mesh that blends into the design.
allow summer’s optimism to shine through.
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A HEART FOR SERVICE B Y C A L LY J A M I S V E N N A R E
PHOTOS: ARCHIE CARPENTER
HOW DO YOU PREPARE YOUNG PEOPLE
to make a
lifetime of ethical and moral choices? To be trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent?
of youth each year. These programs, serving young men ages 7 to 18, are tailored to a Scout’s age and grade level. Cub Scouts (Grades 1 through
It is a monumental challenge. Yet, for more than
5) and Boy Scouts (grades 6 through 12) each have their own
100 years, the Boy Scouts has never backed away from proudly
curriculum. Venturing and Exploring options for young men and
responding to this noble call to service. Since its inception, Scouting has been an educational experience steeped in core values intended to build character, physical fitness, practical skills and service. More than a century later, these principles—inherent in the Scout oath—remain relevant and indispensable not only to Scouts, but society at large. “Empowering boys to be leaders is the core of Scouting…and
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Laurel Highlands Council positively impacts the lives of thousands
“The purpose of Scouting is to develop boys into young men with character, with citizenship and with a heart for service.” —PA Congressman “G.T.” Thompson
everything we do is part of leadership development,” explained
women, ages 14 to 20, are also available. Trained volunteers—
Bernie Lockard, President of the Laurel Highlands Council of Boy
carefully selected by the Boy Scouts organization—not only de-
Scouts. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, the Council is supported by
velop the program schedule to meet the needs of their
over 6,500 adult volunteers and serves more than 25,000 youth
membership, but also serve as strong role models to Scouts of
in 13 counties across Pennsylvania.
any age and economic status.
Through customized program offerings that reinforce core
With strong volunteer leadership comes confidence. That’s
goals like strengthening family relationships, fostering self-esteem
because Scouting inspires self-assurance and poise. Personal
through personal achievement, teaching healthy living skills and
growth in mind and spirit. So much so that the tables inevitably
developing a sense of personal and community responsibility, the
turn. Volunteers sit back and proudly watch as their Scouts
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begin to lead them and then help others to do the same. “When I think of helpfulness, I reflect on the very best times as a Senior Patrol Leader,” shared Eagle Scout Arthur Joseph Arnett (Troop 238, Conestoga District). “The times when I did not have to lead were undoubtedly the best times of my leadership. It was during these times that the other Scouts in my troop did what they needed to without being directed to do so, and took pleasure in the fact that they had contributed to the welfare of the troop and
character, citizenship and a heart for service. And he’s having fun
the success of that outing for all.”
doing it. What more could a boy, or parent, want?!
While leadership development is a key tenet of Scouting, there
“Those who know me well, know that I attribute my success
is no denying the importance of fun—a factor duly noted and
in life to three major influences: First, my faith. Second, my par-
supported by Lord Baden-Powell, founder of the modern Scout-
ents, who modeled the kind of adult I wanted to be. And third,
ing movement. “When Baden-Powell described Scouting as ‘a
Scouting,” emphasized Renny Clark, vice chancellor external af-
game with a purpose’ he wasn’t just making an observation, he
fairs and chief of staff at the University of Pittsburgh. “I was
was making a challenge to everyone that would follow him. We
taught [by my Boy Scouts mentors] to be the best that I could
should always do this in a way that benefits the kids, engages the
be, to be a person of honor, to be a person who kept my word,
kids and makes it fun for them,” noted PA Congressman Glenn
and to be a person who put forth the best effort possible toward
“G.T.” Thompson.
the service of others. The personal value standards that I have
A Boy Scout today is clearly at the top of his game. Whether he’s riding a mountain bike on one of the top BMX courses in
gained from my Scouting experience can be summarized in five words: ‘On my honor’ and ‘Be prepared.’”
West Virginia, sailing along one of the longest zip lines in the
Congressman Thompson couldn’t agree more. “Scouting has
country, traveling abroad, volunteering in the community or per-
been my True North—not just guiding, but shaping my life and
fecting his Eagle Scout project, he’s defined his purpose—one of
decisions each and every day.”
CALLING ALL EAGLES As one of the founding councils for Boy Scouts since 1912, Pittsburgh has contributed significantly to the development of the distinguished Eagle Scout Award—the highest honor in Scouting, achieved by only 4 percent of all Boy Scouts. The Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Eagle Scout Association is “Calling All Eagles” to give back to our community and to help more boys do the same. Learn how by visiting lhc-bsa.org/NESA.
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SPRING 2014
Knowledge. Wisdom. Truth
STIZZOLI Continued from page 38.
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While Lino was an outfit kind of guy, as Larrimor’s blogger, I
said, “This is not couture. Little by little, it will adjust to the body.”
was thinking more about ordering every fur-adorned piece in
The racks of Stizzoli that lined Larrimor’s were packed with
every color. I like a little quirk, and saw the line reaching even
jewel tones and prints. We learned from Lino that there are 18
further than the traditional woman who’s on the move and does-
standard colors for solids and color swatches for each print,
n’t want to put a lot of thought into being a mix master with her
allowing clients to customize their orders. You can still get your
wardrobe. Being more inspired by Prada than Palm Beach, I pic-
basic blacks and whites, but you probably won’t want to when
tured the candy-colored furs with J Brand jeans, a crisp white
you see the colorful fur embellishments.
shirt, and snakeskin heels.
The Stizzoli line has every woman in mind, not only with sizing,
Even as I imagined how I’d wear the line, it was eye opening
but style. Lino held up a mod shift dress and said, “If you put this
to watch Lisa and some of the sales associates try on the mer-
on a young woman, it can be very Prada. If you put this on an
chandise and make it their own. Though the racks were lined
older woman, it can be very Palm Beach.”
with only sample sizes, everything somehow fit each woman
What makes the line right for everyone is the combination of
who was eager to try and buy her own Stizzoli piece. The secret
luxe fabrics and the fact that it’s easy to wear. Not only is each
ingredient to the perfect fit: the stretch factor. “It will make her
piece made of 100 percent natural fibers, which both agree with
feel thinner,” Lino said. “She might be a 6 (in the bust), 14 (in the
sensitive skin and make them Kosher, but the collections are all
middle), 8 (on the hips). You have to stretch it.” He went on to de-
complementary. The pieces are meant to be kept for a lifetime
scribe what little meaning sizes actually have. By request, with-
with perfect outfits already designed. “Ladies cannot buy just one
out any hesitation, he pulled wraps and jackets that accentuated
piece,” Lino said. With perfect ready-to-wear matches, there’s
waistlines and covered bottoms. “We do not answer technical
no reason not to fill your closet with Stizzoli’s easy travelers. His
questions,” he said. “We just tell them to buy it.” Size and style
approach to selling the line was fuss-free, to the point, and di-
aside, there isn’t a woman in this world who doesn’t want the
rected at the classic woman who likes to be neat and refined.
luxury of wearing high-quality, Italian garments.
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VERYBODY’S DOING IT. Peer pressure even has the Baby Boomers getting in on the action. Social media. It’s complicated. There are mixed opinions of its effectiveness, especially in retail. I joined Facebook because it’s entertaining. It’s a way to connect with friends and get the latest viral video from James Franco and Seth Rogen. I like stores because I like their products and their people, not because I’m going to buy what they post. Too many businesses join the world of social media thinking that they need it to boost sales, when really there’s no concrete evidence to back up the theory. Social media has an indirect influence, but it only drove 1% of Black Friday sales this year. I write the blog because I want you to get a better sense of what the store is, not what it sells. I know better than that. No one likes direct marketing and pushy salespeople. They like people and places. There’s a stereotype floating around that Larrimor’s is an old men’s store. Yes, it is old. 75 years old this year. Yes, there is men’s clothing, but it’s not for old men. There are dance parties (seriously). There are young employees. The search for fresh and unexpected brands never ends. There’s Facebook and there’s a blog to tell you about it, not to sell you on it.
Visit larrimors.com/blog to follow our story. I’m always open to change. Bring a brand to my attention or tell me what you want to hear about by emailing blog@larrimors.com.
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RE-EVALUATE YOUR WARDROBE AND
Cut Your Losses
BY HANS J. GSCHLIESSER
Clearly, guys tend to fall victim to
roommate (an accounting major)
what economists and psychologists
lecturing anyone who would listen:
call the Effect of Sunk Costs. Yes,
“It’s not how much you make; it’s
you made a monetary and mental in-
how much you keep!”
vestment when you decided to buy
Those words, delivered with the
it, but now that it no longer holds any
hubris of youth, still resonate for me.
real value to you, why not just toss it?
Unfortunately, they do not apply to
If you’re like most of us, you don’t
my overstocked clothing portfolio, as
want to appear wasteful, but what
I’ve been practicing a buy-and-hold
do we gain by holding on to stuff we
wardrobe strategy. It’s gotten so bad
never wear?
that when there’s a special event on
Suggestion: rather than let your
the horizon, I become so traumatized
underused clothes languish in your
at the prospect of retrieving the right
overcrowded closet, how about get-
tux from that entangled black hole that I run out and rent one (despite owning several already). The painful truth: No matter how good an investment it was seven years ago when your waist was as trim as the economy, some things no longer fit. Forget about squeezing into those art-
ting a great return on those investments by donating them to a local non-profit? If you find the process overwhelming, call a professional advisor (e.g. one of our sales associates)
fully distressed but now uncomfortably tight jeans that have
to help rebalance your wardrobe. Not
strolled in and out of style several times over the years. Forget
only will your fashion-savvy consultant suggest what should stay
the suits with the big shoulders and flowy pleated trousers: even
and what should go, he’ll also offer some great ideas on how to
if they still fit, they’re far too outdated to be respectable.
update your overall style.
We understand: you were simply caught up in the moment
The net result: an uncluttered closet, an uncluttered mind, and
when you bought that ridiculously loud red tartan sportcoat
the spiritual dividend that comes from helping those in need. My
while vacationing in the Scottish Highlands. Blame it on the
new axiom is out with the old and in with the new.
single malt if you must, but why hold on to it longer than The Macallan ages in its cask?
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WHAT DO WE GAIN BY HOLDING ON TO STUFF WE NEVER WEAR?
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Or to paraphrase my college roommate: it’s not how much you own, but how much you wear.
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HIS YEAR,
20 outstanding musical theatre and acting
seniors from Point Park University’s Conservatory of Per-
graduate. “Many of the casting directors who know me first saw me there.”
forming Arts (COPA) will travel to New York City to show-
After traveling the world with Stiletto Entertainment and Holland
case their talents in front of casting directors, talent agents,
America Cruise Line for several years as a lead singer/dancer,
managers and other theatre professionals.
Dunn appeared in her own one-woman Patsy Cline tribute show.
For many, the experience will be a life-changing one.
She has since starred in a number of CLO productions, includ-
The Conservancy Circle, a dedicated group of COPA sup-
ing The Marvelous Wonderettes and Ruthless! The Musical.
porters founded by University Board member Jack Tomayko, Ph.D., understands how one opportune moment can change the trajectory of a career in the theatre. That’s why the group created Broadway Bound, an annual fundraising event that helps support continued student participation in Point Park’s New York City
The 2014 Broadway Bound Event will be held on May 1st at Point Park University.
Showcase and ensure the program’s future growth and success.
The Showcase also impacted 2008 theatre arts graduate
Since its inception in 2006, more than 100 students have been
Kevin Doyle, who co-wrote and currently stars in the off-Broad-
featured in the Showcase, which has also elevated the Univer-
way show, How to be a New Yorker. “I was honored to be a par-
sity’s national stature and reputation among key industry deci-
ticipant and took it very seriously,” he said. “I was called to an
sion-makers.
audition for Theatreworks USA about a month after the Show-
“Showcase participants represent some of the Conservatory’s
case and ultimately got my (Actors’) Equity card through them.”
top talent and promising new artists of tomorrow,” said Joe McGoldrick, COPA’s director of artistic recruitment. “Our Showcase
The 2014 Broadway Bound event will be held on May 1st at Point
provides industry professionals with an opportunity to meet and
Park University’s George Rowland White Performance Studio in
view the work of our gifted new alumni for the purpose of future
downtown Pittsburgh. Seating for the performance is limited to
employment.”
200. In addition to performances by this year’s showcase COPA
For many COPA students, the experience yielded unprece-
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students, the event will feature a wine and hors d’oeuvres re-
dented follow-up and interest from New York agents and casting
ception, silent auction and Visions and Revelations, a juried art
directors. “I received many auditions and interviews from the New
show by artists of the National Association of Women Artists. For
York City Showcase,” said Marlana Dunn, a 2007 musical theatre
info contact Jan Gray at 412-392-8018 or jggray@pointpark.edu.
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T H E U LT I M AT E T R O U S E R
PITTSBURGH ON TOUR To know this city is to love this city. BY CRAIG DAVIS
PHOTO: JUST DUCKY TOURS
Left: Carrie Blast Furnace Tour offered by Lezner Coach USA. Above: Just Ducky Tours aboard an authentic WWII amphibious vehicle. get to know Pittsburgh—from public art and architectural walking tours to Segway- and pedal-powered pub tours. VisitPITTSBURGH is proud to sponsor the highly regarded Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation’s walking tours. Every Friday at noon from May through September, the foundation offers a free walking tour that highlights different parts of downtown Pittsburgh. The tour varies in theme as expert guides
T
O KNOW THIS CITY IS TO LOVE THIS CITY.
And there’s no
better way to get to know Pittsburgh than to tour it. Indeed, Pittsburgh city tours are one of the key ways that
VisitPITTSBURGH uses to “sell” the city to meeting planners, conventioneers, leisure tourists and travel writers alike. We want visitors to see firsthand why The New Yorker magazine once
—The New Yorker magazine
claimed: "If Pittsburgh were situated somewhere in the heart of
help visitors learn about the Cultural District, historical Market
Europe, tourists would eagerly journey hundreds of miles out of
Square, Pittsburgh’s bridges and river shores.
their way to visit it." And just like any cosmopolitan city, there are a variety of interesting, entertaining and educational tours available to truly
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“If Pittsburgh were situated somewhere in the heart of Europe, tourists would eagerly journey hundreds of miles out of their way to visit it.”
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In addition, longer tours specializing in Pittsburgh’s architectural legacy can also be arranged for a fee through the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation. Continued next page.
Left: Visitors on a food-tasting adventure on a ‘Burgh Bits and Bites Tour. Below: For art lovers, the Pittsburgh Office of Public Art offers frequent walking tours.
Molly’s Trolleys sightseeing offers a true Pittsburgh experience with its “All about the ‘Burgh, from Culture to Ketchup Tour.” Visitors step aboard a vintage 1920s style trolley and experience Pittsburgh with a fully guided two-hour tour. The tour, which departs from Station Square, travels to popular areas of the city including the Strip District, Oakland, South Side and North Shore. It also includes a behind-the-scenes-tour and ride on the historic cable funicular, the Duquesne Incline—always a mustsee for out-of-town guests. Lenzner Coach USA, in partnership with the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area, recently began offering tours of Carrie Blast Furnace. This National Historic Landmark was heart and soul of the U.S. Steel’s Homestead Works. Tour guides walk visitors through the entire iron-making process. For art lovers, the Pittsburgh Office of Public Art offers frequent walking tours. And its newly updated book, Pittsburgh
tion to a safety helmet, an ear piece is provided to listen to the tour guide as you glide through the heart of downtown, past popular sites and prominent architecture.
Art in Public Places, can be downloaded for self-guided tours
The Pittsburgh Brewery Tour, offered by PA Brew Tours, of-
of art in downtown, North Shore and Oakland. A new website—
fers to “pick you up and hook you up” with behind-the-scenes
pittsburghartplaces.org—showcases public art and art venues
tours and beer samples from two of the city’s most iconic brew-
throughout southwestern Pennsylvania. The site currently
eries, Church Brew Works and Penn Brewery.
houses information on 200-plus art places and features com-
To get a taste of Pittsburgh, visitors can go on a ‘Burgh Bits
prehensive information about every work of public art in the re-
and Bites Food Tour, which offers a food-tasting adventure and
gion. Visitors can build a customized itinerary directly on the site.
historic walking tour of several Pittsburgh neighborhoods. Visi-
Another impressive way to showcase Pittsburgh to visitors is
tors will discover how Pittsburgh has become known for its eth-
by water. The Gateway Clipper fleet offers numerous tour options, including a one-hour narrated tour that serves as a fabulous introduction to the city. Touted as Pittsburgh’s “only land and water tour,” Just Ducky Tours are a fun and unique way to show off the city. This fully
nic food shops and restaurants. Pittsburgh is a great city to tour—no matter how you do it! And we are most fortunate to have so many expert tour companies offering such a wide variety of tour options to experience this beautiful and mighty city.
narrated, one-hour tour aboard an authentic WWII amphibious vehicle begins on land at Station Square. For the more adventurous, Segway in Paradise offers up an opportunity to experience Pittsburgh like never before. In addi-
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Craig Davis is president and CEO of VisitPITTSBURGH, the official tourism promotion agency for Pittsburgh and Allegheny County.
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In order to help you better integrate your new seasonal purchases with the old, we offer a complimentary closet consultation. One of our associates will visit your home to inventory your closet, and offer suggestions on how to mix and match new items with your existing wardrobe. One of our experienced tailors can also be on hand, to provide any fitting or readjustments that you may need.
Our long-term sales associates have been with us for an average of 16 years, and are passionate about counseling our customers and advising you on all clothing and accessory matters. From trends to tailoring, we want to ensure that your shopping experience is a pleasant one.
In the hectic world in which we live, many simple pleasures are lost. Sometimes a hot cup of coffee or a friendly, familiar face is the best comfort for the soul. We’re happy to provide both, and more.
BUTTON UP A loose thread or button can be just the thing that unravels your day. Bring in any suits or outerwear with buttons that need attention, and we’ll re-attach or tighten them for you, at no charge. We want you looking your best, down to the last detail.
Upon cleaning your closet, you may have unwanted items. Should this be the case, we can coordinate a donation to a local charity and make the delivery for you.
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS Developing lasting personal relationships helps our sales associates select items that they know you will enjoy, and ease your mind while you shop.
GIFT CERTIFICATES A Larrimor’s gift certificate is the gift that always fits! Our gift certificates are available for purchase in store or over the phone, in any denomination. If you can’t make it to the store, just give us a call and we’ll wrap the gift certificate and ship it to the recipient for you!
FAMILY FRIENDLY As a family business, we feel that it is essential to create a shopping experience that can be enjoyed by the whole family. At Larrimor’s we provide interactive play areas so that your time with us can be more relaxed, and your children can still have fun.
HOME DELIVERY We understand your busy schedule and want to do all we can to lessen the demands on your time. This is why we provide local delivery to your home or office, or we can ship anywhere in the United States.
COMPLIMENTARY ALTERATIONS In order to ensure that the fit is just right, we offer complimentary alterations on all regularly priced clothing. Down to the detail of every stitch, we ensure each article is tailored specifically to you. Our on-site team of world-class tailors is here to give you the perfect fit.
service is paramount It impacts every facet of our business, from our ability to bring you world-class fashions to the friendly, knowledgeable associates who help and guide you. COMPLIMENTARY GIFT WRAP We offer complimentary gift-wrapping for your purchases, on any day you want. You concentrate on choosing the perfect gift; we’ll do the rest.
RETURN POLICY We have a liberal return policy, where you can bring your purchases back if you are not satisfied with them within a reasonable period of time. We want to make sure you love your new items when you get home, as much as you do in the store.
ABUNDANT PARKING To ensure your shopping experience is as stress-free as possible, we provide you with ample validated parking that is both convenient and secure—a real luxury in downtown Pittsburgh.
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When it comes to making sure you look your finest, Larrimor’s is ready to go the extra mile. One phone call is all it takes to bring one of our expert sales associates to your home or office—at your convenience, and at no extra cost.
Our personal shoppers are available to make your experience here as effortless as possible. For your convenience, they will preselect a wardrobe to fit your clothing needs, and place the garments in a private fitting room. Once our associates have learned your style and needs, they can keep an eye out for specific items you might be looking for in the future.
Individual or group appointments are available. To schedule, call us at 412.471.5727 or email TMichael@Larrimors.com.
You, our customers and friends, are ultimately at the heart of all that we do, and we strive to exceed your expectations. If for some reason you feel that the level of service we provide does not meet your expectations, please let us know.
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ON MATTERS OF STYLE, SWIM WITH THE CURRENT. ON MATTERS OF PRINCIPLE, STAND LIKE A ROCK.” — THOMAS JEFFERSON
Whether you’re breaking down barriers in pursuit of your dream job or enjoying a night out with your closest friends, being surrounded by the right lifegiving clothes and accessories can equip you with that juju to make everything go your way.” — Connie Wang & Marissa Rosenblum
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YOU CAN HAVE WHATEVER
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“Ninety percent of what you see when you look at a person is his clothing. So of course it matters!” — Tom Kalenderian
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DOORS. “Good design, much like good ballet, must look completely effortless. No one wants to see how hard you’re working.” — JAMIE WOLF
INNOVATION! ONE CANNOT BE FOREVER INNOVATING. I WANT TO CREATE CLASSICS.” — COCO CHANEL
“STYLE IS A LUXURY, AND LUXURY IS SIMPLY WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY.” — Deborah Needleman
“One should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art.” — Oscar Wilde 88
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