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J.McLaughlin x Printfresh: Debuting Our Spring Collaboration
Debuting our second limited-edition pajama collaboration with in-the-know, sustainably-conscious, and female-founded Printfresh. The limited-edition set is crafted in 100% organic cotton and includes a matching short sleeve shirt and short in our Swinging Palm print, featuring a tropical motif in vibrant pink. Shop The Collaboration: JMcL x Printfresh Pink White.
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The Men’s Footwear Brief
While we may be best known for our selection of signature prints trousers and boldly colored linen shirting, we would be remiss not to mention our extensive collection of the most foundational wardrobe item- footwear. Our curation includes a small range of goodyear-welted shoes from a storied Northampton shoemaker, velvet slippers from an iconic Palm Beach brand, as well as in-house designed twists on a Belgian-style loafer and the classic espadrille. Keep reading to explore our full offering- all crafted using only the most premium of materials.
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The April Trend Report
Ah, spring is finally here and while we’re stopping to smell the roses (and cherry blossoms and tulips and daffodils) and officially ready for a new style chapter.
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A Charleston Celebration @ Sullivan’s Fish Camp
Last week, we hosted a spring evening with Julia Berolzheimer and husband Thomas at Sullivan’s Fish Camp in Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina. Guests like Venita Aspen, Grace Atwood, Chassity Evans of Look Linger Love, Megan Pinckney Rutherford of Shades of Pink, Liz Adams, Kate and Ben Towill of Basic Projects, and more were dressed in head-to-toe J.McLaughlin.
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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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John Pirman’s Guide to Sarasota
John Pirman, renowned illustrator and friend of the brand, graciously welcomed us into his Sarasota, Florida home, where his passion for the area's architectural heritage continues to thrive with his involvement in Architecture. John’s distinctive style, is influenced by mid-century modern aesthetics. J. McLaughlin devotees will recognize John's prints from collections of tops and swimwear, as well as the cover of J. McLaughlin catalogs.
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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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Travel Guide: Sarasota, Florida
We packed our March collection and headed to the sunny oasis of Sarasota, Florida. On your agenda should be wearing silky gelato pastels at Longboat Key’s Whitney’s, easy breezy navy looks for a trip to the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and technicolor print to savor a delicious meal at Indigenous. Read more on our favorite spots in Sarasota, Florida.
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