From left to right: Heather Harper, Laura Laurence Wilcock, Tyler Boston, Susan Boston and Loren Boston at our Darien event with Harper Lawrence in support of rare sarcoma research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

Giving back to every community, and remaining local and loyal, is part of our brand ethos at J.McLaughlin. Throughout the month of April, our stores hosted over 150 events in partnership with over 130 local organizations that support causes close to our hearts. Below, an inside look at some of our April’s events from Darien, CT and Palm Beach, FL to Austin, TX, below.

Darien, CT

We were joined by hosts Susan and Tyler Boston, along with co-founders Heather Harper and Laura Laurence Wilcock to celebrate our spring collaboration with Harper Lawrence, complete with a signature tulip bar for takeaway bouquets. 15% of proceeds from our Darien event benefited rare sarcoma research in memory of Morgan Boston. J.McLaughlin is a proud supporter of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. 

From left to right: Susan Boston, Tyler Boston, Loren Boston, SVP of Marketing & E-Commerce Anne Randell, and Emma Kropke.

Manager of Retail Marketing & Events Olivia Willcox, left, and Director of Merchandising Tyler Boston, right.

From left to right: Heather Harper of Harper Lawrence, friend, and VP of Planning & Allocation Suzanne Chen.

Director of Social Media & Content Maggie McDonald and daughter Lulu. 

Palm Beach, FL

We were joined by Vice President of Retail Marketing Jack Lynch for an evening of cocktails and spring shopping. 15% of proceeds benefited Dress For Success Palm Beaches. 

Houston, TX

We partnered with the Tanglewood Garden Club to celebrate the spring season featuring guest speaker Mary Ellen Coyne, CEO of J.McLaughlin, followed by a fashion show and luncheon for their annual “Beauty on the Boulevard”.

Austin, TX

We were joined by hosts Allison Edwards, Robin Ward, and Tania Leskovar-Owens to toast our new store location in Austin. 15% of proceeds from the event benefited Foster Angels of Central Texas, whose mission is to improve the lives of children in foster care by ensuring each child has their basic needs met and providing life-enriching and life-enhancing opportunities.

From left to right: SVP of Marketing & E-Commerce Anne Randell, Director of Visual Strategy & Representation Blair Beal, friend, and District Manager Tyler May.

From left to right: Hosts Tania Leskovar-Owens, Robin Ward, and Allison Edwards.

Thursday, May 4
Locust Valley, NY
Store Address: 15 Forest Ave, Locust Valley, NY 11560
In partnership with Belmont Child Care Association

A percentage of proceeds from the event will benefit Belmont Child Care Association, which provides a safe and loving care center for equine workers' children and provides early childhood education for the little ones whose parents work at New York racetracks.


Thursday, May 4
Wayne, PA
Store Address: Eagle Village – 503 W Lancaster Ave #6-A Wayne, PA 19087
In partnership with Community Clothes Charity

Join us to celebrate the renovation and expansion of our Wayne location with hostess Anne Hamilton. A percentage of proceeds will benefit Community Clothes Charity, which benefits women, children, and veterans. Enjoy festive sips, light bites, custom cookies, and a signature takeaway bouquet bar.


Thursday, May 4
Belleair Bluffs, FL
Store Address: 400-490 Indian Rocks Road Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770
In partnership with Horse Soldier Bourbon

Join us for a men’s night with one of America’s own Horse Soldiers to toast the season. Enjoy a bourbon tasting by Horse Soldier Bourbon, founded by members of the Green Berets Special Forces.


Thursday May 4 - Friday, May 5 (Lake Forest)
Friday, May 12 - Saturday, May 13 (Winnetka)
Lake Forest, IL & Winnetka, IL
Store Address: 261 Market Square, Lake Forest, IL 60045
567-A Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093
In partnership with Laura Lance

Shop our spring collection of bags and accessories and customize your purchase with complimentary hand painted monogramming from Laura Lance.


Wednesday, May 10
Geneva, IL
Store Address: 29 South Third St, Geneva, IL 60134
Opening event in partnership with Fox Valley Food for Health

Hosted by Susan Leigh, Pat Engel, Nancy Bertrand, and Scott Green. A percentage of proceeds from the event will benefit Fox Valley Food for Health, which is focused on educating teens and serving those struggling with a health crisis.


Thursday, May 11
Tucson, AZ
Store Address: 7039 N. Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704
Our opening event in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson

Co-hosted by Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson Board Members Laurie Wetterschneider, Kyria Sabin, and Julie Butcher. A percentage of proceeds from the event will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson.


Wednesday, May 17
Madison, WI
Store Address: Hilldale- 704 N. Midvale Blvd, Madison, WI 53705
Opening event in partnership with American Family Children’s Hospital

Hosted by President of American Family Children’s Hospital Nikki Stafford, please join us for festive sips, light bites and spring shopping in support of American Family Children’s Hospital. 15% of proceeds from the event will be donated to American Family Children’s Hospital.


Tuesday, May 23
Providence, RI
Store Address: Wayland Square - 497 Angell St, Providence, RI 02906
In partnership with RISD Museum Associates

Hosted by Ewa Metcalf, Drew Moran, and Jessica Ruiz, please join us for morning coffee, breakfast bites, festive sips, and summer shopping. 15% of proceeds from the event will be donated to RISD Museum Associates.


Wednesday, May 24 - Sunday, June 6
Wayne, PA
Store Address: 503 W Lancaster Ave #6-A Wayne, PA 19087
Annual pop-up at the Devon Horse Show


Join us as we pop up at the Devon Horse Show for summer shopping.


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