If you're a Lilly Pulitzer line fan, check out this press release from Belk:
CHARLOTTE, N.C., February 10, 2009 The Belk at SouthPark Mall, Charlotte, N.C., will host a Lilly Jubilee event on Thursday, February 12 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in celebration of Lilly Pulitzers 50 years of vibrant fashion.In honor of this milestone, Belk will unveil its new (and only) Lilly Mens Shop featuring the latest styles of mens fashion apparel from Lilly.
Belk is excited to introduce its new Lilly Pulitzer Mens Shop at the SouthPark Mall location, said McKay Belk, Belk, Inc. president and chief merchandising officer. The Lilly brand is truly a fashion icon, and it is our pleasure to celebrate Lillys 50 years of lively, energetic designs with the Lilly Jubilee event.
During this celebratory event with special music and refreshments, Belk will be transformed into a Palm Beach destination, where the Lilly brand began. Guests will enjoy informal modeling showcasing Lillys Jubilee collection for ladies and its latest styles of mens and childrens fashion apparel. Guests may also sample the newly introduced Lilly fragrance collection: Wink, Squeeze and Beachy. The brightly patterned Lilly Jeep will be on display near the mall entrance to Belk, along with Lillys Retrospective, a special history exhibit featuring Lillys iconic imagery, vintage garments and a retrospective video and oversized catalogue.
For more than 50 years, Lilly Pulitzers signature prints have revolutionized American fashion, said James Bradbeer, president of Lilly Pulitzer. The Lilly Jubilee casts a glance back to the history of her colorful creations and celebrates their continued influence on many of todays top designers.
Customers purchasing $500 of Lilly Pulitzer products will receive a beautiful magazine tote. With a Lilly purchase of $750 or more, customers will receive the tote, a limited-edition silk Lilly scarf, and a retrospective book describing the Lilly Pulitzer brand (gifts with purchase are limited).
The event is free and open to the public; however, it is suggested that guests RSVP to Lilly Specialists Katherine or Marcia at 704-364-4251, ext. 8368.