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9 Questions with Our CEO, Mary Ellen Coyne

In honor of Women’s History Month, we sat down with our CEO, Mary Ellen Coyne. Prior to joining J.McLaughlin, Mary Ellen had two decades of leadership experience at Ralph Lauren, where she most recently served as the Chief Merchandising Officer of POLO Women and Children Divisions. Mary Ellen tells us the most valuable insights from her career, advice to women, skills essential to being a great female leader, and more.

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Blair Eadie in linen tunic, gingham kick flare pants, statement wicker bag, and patent leather sandals.

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Tastemaker’s Take: Blair Eadie’s Spring Favorites

We sat down with tastemaker Blair Eadie while on location for our March Style Guide in Sarasota, Florida. Blair gave us the rundown on her spring style motto and the pieces she can’t get enough of right now.

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Employee Picks: The Spring Jacket Edit

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From The Experts: Transitional Jackets We’re Loving Right Now

It’s (almost) spring at our Greenpoint HQ and everyone’s bringing their A game jacket wise. Take a look at our favorite transitional jackets and coats.

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Update Your Wardrobe With These Transitional Styles

With the unpredictable weather, it can be challenging to dress between this confusing time of year–is it winter or pre-spring? Enter: the ideal transitional styles for the seasonal shift. Take a look at some of our favorite styles to update your closet.

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The History Of Tartan Plaid

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The History Of Tartan Plaid

With woven lines in vivid color, a tartan pattern can add just the right amount of detailing and texture to your look. Our curated collection plays into some of tartan’s most popular evolutions, from the Royal Stewart tartan, the personal favored by Queen Elizabeth II, to the cheeky Chambridge, a bright and colorful checked palette.

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The History of Gingham

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The History of Gingham

Here at J.McLaughlin we have a thing for prints, especially gingham. It doesn’t get more classic than this iconic checked pattern. Gingham is one of our mainstays and is almost always in our collections in one version or another. Not only does it look great, but it has an interesting history that just adds to its inherent charm.

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The Gift Edit: CEO's Picks

The 10 gifts our CEO Mary Ellen Coyne is gifting this holiday season.

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Sarah Tucker's Fall Style Favorites

Nothing says “fall” like pulling on a blazer, a pair of denim, and topped off with a scarf. Fall staples include warmer clothing that can be layered to perfection, often in deeper, darker hues. Take it from tastemaker Sarah Tucker, who shares some of her favorite fall pieces from our new arrivals.

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