Pitching a Perfect Fit
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Title
Pitching a Perfect Fit
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Description
Overview of the Lee Co., maker of jeans, as well as fashion changes. The Lee Co. traces its roots to Salina, Kansas, in 1892. "In 1916, Lee built a new plant and office building at 20th and Wyandotte streets in Kansas City, which is now being converted into condos in the Crossroads Arts District." Vanity Fair Corp., now VF, purchased the Lee Co. in 1969. Includes photo of Lee Jeans advertising mascot Buddy Lee and of the company's current president Joe Dzialo.
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Creator Name
Creator: Mann, Jennifer
Creator: Ljungblad, Tammy
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Date(s)
2008-01-22
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Subject (local)
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Digital Collection(s)
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Related Item
The Kansas City Star
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Note(s)
Lee Jeans opened its first retail store in Tannersville, Pa. "The new store houses the full collection of products, including a newly redesigned plus-size collection." (Reported under "Starwatch Consumer column of The Kansas City Star, August 15, 2009, p. A14).
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Shelf Locator
Vertical File: Garment Industry
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Restriction on Access
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