NEW THIS WEEK
Please be aware that some packages are experiencing longer-than-usual delays while going through customs. Due to ongoing tariff changes, customs officials are following updated guidelines that require them to audit shipments more thoroughly. This is slowing the clearance process. While this is outside of our control, we will continue to monitor shipments closely and appreciate your patience as UPS works through these delays.
This week’s Simon Says highlights exciting enhancements to the new suiting collection, including greater versatility across styles such as suits, sportscoats, shirt jackets, vests, and windstoppers. The youthful shirt jacket now features waist and hip adjustments and an option for suiting buttons (excluding delicate mother-of-pearl). The fashion vest is now also sold separately, crafted in a broader selection of fabrics for modern styling. Our popular windstopper receives a sleek redesign too—with a new button-out system and interchangeable fronts, including vest and hooded options, giving clients more ways to customize and layer their wardrobe.
DON’T MISS!
Scheduled Server Maintenance – Friday, August 22nd, at 10 PM CST, the following sites will be temporarily unavailable during scheduled maintenance:
• jhilburn.com
• jhstylist.com
• Green Room
• Newsroom
Your Stylist’s email will not be affected during this scheduled maintenance. We are expecting this outage to last 30-45 minutes.
When our Fall/Winter 2025 Collection launched on August 5, there were some late arrivals to the product selection that were unavailable on the original launch date. We are pleased to let you know that the items listed below are now available. As new product comes live each week, we will inform you of these updates to ensure you are able to offer these items to your Clients.
These additional styles are now available online and in the Stylist App:
- Black and Navy Velvet Bomber Jackets
- Navy and Camel Colombo Cashmere Outerwear, including the Bomber Jacket
- RTW Italian Cashmere Sweaters: Crew Neck, V-Neck, and Zip Mock Neck Sweaters will all be available within the next week!
- Cable Knit Sweater and Accessories coming soon with the Winter Collection
- 20 NEW Allen Edmonds styles + additional colorways and sizes in existing styles
The expanded digital version of our Fall/Winter 2025 Lookbook is now live on the J.Hilburn website! This expanded edition features over 80 additional pages of inspiring looks beyond what’s in the printed 40-page version, giving you even more ways to showcase the collection to your Clients.
You can find the Fall/Winter 2025 Collection Lookbook under the “Shop” tab on JHilburn.com
If you need a digital version of the 40-page printed lookbook, you can find it HERE, or visit the Fall/Winter 2025 Collection training page in the Newsroom.
The PRINTED version of the Fall/Winter 2025 Lookbook is available to order at $6.00 per piece. Although tariffs increased our price for the Lookbooks, we’re happy to share that YOUR price will not increase this year! The Lookbooks will be available in the Stylist Store in Packs of 5 for $30.
This PRINTED version of the Lookbook will not replace the expanded DIGITAL Lookbook that will be available online.
There are many reasons you should invest in this great marketing tool, including:
- New Clients – a perfect leave-behind to present our brand and collections
- Disengaged Clients – catch their attention by mailing it to them
- As a Mentor – give them to your team for them to share
- As a Recruiter – share our brand and beautiful products with potential Stylists
NEW this season: Stylists can purchase personalized labels for the lookbooks in the J.Hilburn portal on Moo.com. We have reserved space on the back cover for the personalized labels.
We are pleased to share that in mid-September, we will be introducing a small capsule of product we are calling “The Cashmere Reserve,” containing a level of product higher than our current first-tier fabrics. The creation of this capsule was based on Stylist feedback that there are some Clients who shop for cashmere from designer brands and were requesting this type of product. The reserve selection is an exclusive addition to current cashmere outerwear, sweaters, and blends of cashmere that are available for all Stylists.
This small capsule is a TEST intended to measure the appetite for this type of product. As such, we are initially inviting only SILVER AND ABOVE Circle of Excellence members to participate in the test. This group of stylists has received an email invitation to opt in to the test group. If you received the invite, please RSVP to participate and be put on the security group list for this capsule in Green Room and the Stylist App.
Friendly reminder to take advantage of the Personal Sales Volume Bonus (PSVB), a great way to reward your hard work and help you grow your earnings! From April 2025 through September 2025, Stylists can earn up to an additional 3.1% bonus on their personal monthly sales volume.
The program begins at the Circle of Excellence (COE) Gold level, starting at $12,000 in monthly sales, and includes tiered bonus opportunities:
- Earn a $150 bonus when you reach COE Gold ($12K monthly PSV).
- For every additional $4,000 in Personal Sales Volume, you’ll earn an extra $150 bonus—all the way up to 3X Platinum COE ($48K).
This 6-month test program reflects our commitment to put more money in your pocket and recognize your personal sales success.
Stay focused, stay consistent, and maximize your earning potential with PSVB!
Our next Tips From the Top is scheduled for Tuesday, September 2nd at 11:00 AM CST immediately following the All-Stylist Call at 10:30AM CST.
Each Tips From The Top session features an experienced Stylist from the field who will share the strategies and steps that have led to their success.
Tips From The Top is an incredible opportunity to learn from our top Stylists! Don’t miss out on the valuable tips and strategies shared during these meetings.
Stylist Meetings Coming Soon to a City Near You
Each week, we are adding locations, so keep checking the Training & Events calendar and register to attend.
Recent Events:
New York City, New York
Upcoming Events:
- August 26 – Minneapolis, MN – Fall Market Meeting with Allen Edmonds
- September 4 – Atlanta, GA – Fall Market Meeting
- September 9 – Boston, MA – Fall Market Meeting
- September 12 – Newburyport, MA – J.Hilburn Stylist Studio Grand Opening
Selling
We’ve created a handy one-page document where you will find details on fabrics, linings, and buttons that currently are unavailable and status updates for replenishment. Please be sure to check the status of items on this list before offering them to your Clients. Click the link below to view the document:
As part of our ongoing strategy to keep our site fresh and focused, on September 16, we will be removing slow-selling items primarily from Spring 2024, Fall 2023, and earlier seasons. These items will no longer be available for purchase. These fabrics have had their run — but it’s time to make space for exciting new inventory ahead. This update will help streamline the site experience for everyone.
A list of the retiring items is included for your reference so you can plan accordingly.
Marketing
- Monday, August 25 – Ginger & Spice – Fall Colors
- Wednesday, August 27 – Spot the Difference: Quilted Blazer & Hybrid Convertible Blazer
- Friday, August 29 – New Sweater Knits
We are excited to share that actor Chad Michael Murray was recently featured in The New York Times, wearing our J.Hilburn Peach Twill Suit for a photo shoot highlighting his latest role in Freakier Friday.
Subscribers to the New York Times can read the article online HERE. Non-subscribers can view the article highlights via the PDF below:
We are pleased to share that Simon Kneen was recently featured in Women’s Wear Daily where they highlighted his recent promotion to Brand President. Click below to read the article:
Thank you for everything you do! Have a great week!