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  • Growing Elite: Vietnam & Hong Kong – 2026

    Ten amazing Stylists will earn the trip of a lifetime in 2026 with our Growing Elite: Vietnam & Hong Kong Trip! 

    Qualification Period: January 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025

    Travel Dates: February 2026 (exact dates pending)

    Who is Eligible to Earn?

    HOW TO EARN:

    Qualification Parameters for Established Stylists – 6 Earners

    Qualification Parameters for New Stylists – 2 Earners

    Qualification Parameter Personal Volume Growth Jan. 2025-Oct. 2025 – 1 Earner

    Qualification Parameter Personal Volume Growth July 2025-Oct. 2025 – 1 Earner

    What if I’ve Been on the Growing Elite: Vietnam/Hong Kong Trip in the Past?

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the dates for the trip?

    Projected late February 2026. Exact dates are pending.

    Airfare, hotel, & all meals will be covered.

    The qualification period is January 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025. 

    Ten (10) Stylists will earn their spot.

    Stylists who earn in Elite Client categories (6 Established and 2 New) will earn the first 8 spots on the trip.  The top Personal Growth earner from Jan – Oct 2025, who has not earned a spot in the Elite Client Category, earns the 9th spot.  The Top Personal Growth earner from July – Oct 2025, earns the 10th spot.

    There is not a cash reward or bonus for the trip and the trip cannot be substituted for cash. The Earner cannot transfer points, perks, or the trip to another Stylist.

    If an Earner cannot attend, we will notify the next Stylist in the ranking order for the Growth Elite Trip.

    This is such an exclusive trip we are not allowing for guests. 

    Yes. All income earned through the taxpayer’s business, as an independent contractor or from informal side jobs, is self-employment income, which is fully taxable and must be reported. Taxpayers must also report the fair market value of merchandise or products won, such as a prize or reward, as taxable income.

    The 2026 Rewards Trip is categorized as taxable income and will be reflected in your 1099 in 2026.

  • Weekly Update – January 17, 2025

    NEW THIS WEEK

    The Home Office will be closed on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Day. Stylist Care and Fit Advice will resume with regular business hours on Tuesday, January 21st.

    If you need assistance during the January 20th holiday, please utilize J.E.S.S.I. in the Stylist App, or email stylistcare@jhilburn.com or fitadvice@jhilburn.com. Email inquiries will be returned on Tuesday, January 21st.

    The Shirt and Knit 3D Configurator for the Spring 2025 Collection is planned for release in the 1st quarter of 2025. We will provide an update on the exact launch date as we get closer to the release.

    The Allen Edmonds James Dress Loafer in Black has been temporarily deactivated. This is due to a holiday-related production delay and high demand generated by events such as the Golden Globes and other upcoming award shows that depleted the inventory they had on hand.

    Allen Edmonds expects this shoe to be replenished early to mid-February. In the meantime, if your Client needs an elevated dress shoe, we recommend the Allen Edmonds Carlyle Oxford as an excellent alternative. This lace-up style offers a sophisticated, polished look and will serve as a great option while we await the return of the James Dress Loafer.

    DON’T MISS!

    PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE SPRING 2025 COLLECTION KICKOFF CALL ON FEBRUARY 3RD AT 12:00PM CST!

    Join Chief Creative Officer Simon Kneen and Director of Merchandising Nicole Coury on Monday, February 3 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM CST for your first look at our Spring 2025 Collection.  Simon and Nicole will take you through the new Collection, its inspiration, and detailed explanations of the fabrics, items, and Key Looks of the new season.

    Stylists attending SLS will receive their Spring 2025 swatches at the event. All other Stylists’ swatches will be shipped on 1/24/25 so that they will be received in advance of the call. HAVE YOUR SALES TOOLS AND SWATCHES ON HAND FOR THE CALL. Be ready to take notes. The call will be recorded and available as soon as possible. 

    There is no better way to be prepared for the Spring selling season than to attend this meeting and gain the product knowledge that will help you to wow your Clients with personalized looks from this year’s Spring Collection.

    The Spring 2024 season opens for sales on Tuesday, February 4th.

    Register for the Spring 2025 Collection Kick Off Call on February 3rd

    2025 has begun, and that means Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! We want to ensure our clients look sharp for any special plans they have that day. Please refer to these dates below as guidelines for when orders should be placed in order to arrive in time for Valentine’s Day.

    Valentine’s Day Cut-offs

    Category

    Date

    Suits, Outerwear, Belts

    1/16/2025

    Shirts, Knits, Casual Pants (excluding Denim)

    1/21/2025

    RTW

    2/5/2025

    We cannot guarantee Valentine’s Day delivery for Custom Denim, given the longer lead time for these items. Please place your orders as soon as possible.

    Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and we’ve made it easy for you to share the love with your Clients with images for texting and social sharing in Custom Made Social. Cupid dropped these images into CMS in the Valentine’s Day category. Happy sharing!

    Later this month, our partners at the VTG factory in Vietnam will be taking some much-deserved time off to celebrate the TET holiday (1/27/2025-1/31/2025). This will add one week to the lead time for shirts, knits, and casual pants – but rest assured, the lead times you see in Green Room will account for the holiday, and order ETAs will be reflected accurately. As always, please feel free to reach out to Stylist Care for any specific questions about your orders.

    Due to high interest, the printed Spring 2025 Collection Lookbooks pre-order has been extended through January! Spring Lookbooks are available in packs of five (5) for $30 ($6 per book). We’re excited to offer you this opportunity to maximize your business by putting J.Hilburn in the hands of new Clients and helping your new Stylists get off to a great start.

    How Do I Pre-Order the Lookbooks?
    To place your pre-order, visit the Stylist Store. A SKU has been added for purchase, (SS25Lookbook-5pack). We will not have extra copies on hand for future purchase, so be sure to anticipate all your spring selling needs and pre-order a large enough quantity to last you throughout the season. 

    Selling

    We faced some challenges with our sportcoat lining replenishment on this round, but the shipment is expected at the factory later this week.  In the meantime, we have temporarily removed these items from the Green Room until they are back in stock. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to restock.

    Learning

    Tailored Talks happen each Tuesday at 11AM CST.

    Register for This Week’s Tailored Talks
    Click to See Previous Tailored Talks

    Join us on Tuesday, January 21 at 11:00 AM CST for our next Tailored Talk, where we’ll take a high-level look at this year’s Sales and Leadership Summit. Whether you attended SLS or not, you won’t want to miss this session where we take a deep dive into the information from this year’s Summit that will be most impactful on you and your business. 

    See What Stylists Are Saying About Tailored Talks:

    Click for Most Recent Video Recording
    Click for Most Recent Audio Recording

    MARKETING

    • Tuesday, January 21 – Casual Style with Substance
    • Friday, January 24 – Suit X 3 

    Thank you for everything you do! Have a great week!

  • Growing Elite: Sonoma – 2025

    Twenty-two amazing Stylists will earn the trip of a lifetime in 2025 with our Growing Elite: Sonoma Trip! 

    What’s Included:

    • Airfare + Hotel + Meals
    • Bucket List Experiences 
    • Join the Leadership Team

    HOW TO EARN:

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the dates for the trip?

    Projected early September 2025. Exact dates are pending.

    Airfare, hotel, & all meals will be covered.

    The qualification period is January 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025. 

    Twenty-two (22) Stylists will earn their spot.

    If you earn the trip in more than one category, you will earn in the category with the better performance, and the next highest-performing stylist in the other track will move up a spot to yours. 

    There is not a cash reward or bonus for the trip and the trip cannot be substituted for cash. The Earner cannot transfer points, perks, or the trip to another Stylist.

    If an Earner cannot attend, we will notify the next Stylist in the ranking order for the Growth Elite Trip.

    This is such an exclusive trip we are not allowing for guests. 

    Yes. All income earned through the taxpayer’s business, as an independent contractor or from informal side jobs, is self-employment income, which is fully taxable and must be reported. Taxpayers must also report the fair market value of merchandise or products won, such as a prize or reward, as taxable income.

    The 2025 Rewards Trip is categorized as taxable income and will be reflected in your 1099 in 2025.

  • Sales and Leadership Summit 2025: What You Need to Know

    J.Hilburn’s Sales and Leadership Summit 2025 will be in Dallas, Texas, from Thursday, January 16th through Saturday, January 18th at the beautiful Statler Hotel! Over the course of a few days, we’ll come together as a community, learn from other successful Stylists, develop ways to increase your business, and more. Check out what’s in store at this year’s Summit!

    LOCATION

    The Statler Dallas

    1914 Commerce Street,

    Dallas, TX 75201

    Opened in 1956, the Statler in downtown Dallas is famous for its Mid-Century design and being America’s first modern hotel.

    All Sales and Leadership Summit activities will be held in the Grand Ballroom.

    PARKING

    The Statler offers valet parking. There is also a public parking garage located within walking distance of the Statler at 408 S. Ervay Street, Dallas, TX 75201.

    EVENT CHECK IN

    Upon your arrival on Thursday, be sure to check in at the Registration Table. Registration is open 8:30am – 5:00pm. Early check-in will be available on Wednesday afternoon starting at 2:00pm.

    SALES AND LEADERSHIP SUMMIT AGENDA

    (Times listed are tentative and subject to change)

    Thursday, January 16, 2025 

    1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: The Custom-Made Difference  

    • The Future J.Hilburn – Our Journey Forward with Stein Ove Fenne
    • Celebrating Success of Circle of Excellence
    • Crafting the Client Value Proposition – Insights with Simon Kneen
    • Unleashing Your Best – Beth Putman-Williams
    • Tips from the Top – James Burgess
    • The Unveiling – First Look at Spring with Simon Kneen

      6:30 PM – 10:00 PM: Evening of Excellence  

    • Cocktails in the Foyer
    • Honoring Excellence – Recognition Dinner

     

    Friday, January 17, 2025 

     7:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Morning Connections 

    • Breakfast

    8:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Additional Workshops

    • Fit Workshop with Danielle Petesic and Erin Murphy or IT Workshop with Ravi Soni

      9:00 AM – 12:45 AM: Bringing the Product to Life 

    • Behind the Design – Spring Product Walkthrough with Simon Kneen and Nicole Coury
    • Inspiring Experiences  – Special Guest Dr. Tony Bridwell
    • Spring’s Signature Looks – Robert Esparza

    12:50 PM – 2:00 PM: Energize & Connect 

    • Lunch

    1:15 PM – 2:00 PM: Additional Workshops

    • Fit Workshop with Danielle Petesic and Erin Murphy or IT Workshop with Ravi Soni

    2:00 PM – 6:25 PM: From Insight to Impact 

    • Stylist Stories of Client Experiences – Annette Dresser and Eugenie Carpenter
    • Insights into Luxury Sales – Simon Kneen and Nicole Coury
    • Creating Quality Client Experiences – Workshop with James Burgess
    • Voice of the Client  – Sally Michael & Top Client Panel

    • 6:25 PM – 7:30 PM: Elegance in Every Note 

      • End-of-Day Cocktails and Entertainment

    Saturday, January 18, 2025 

    7:00 AM – 8:15 AM: Morning Connections 

    • Breakfast

    8:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Driving Change – Raising the Bar 

    • Commitment to Excellence – Home Office Leadership
    • Tips from the Top – Insights from Graham Shaffer-Rais
    • Achieving Goals Together – Pacing Partners Workshop with RSDs

    11:45 AM – 12:30 PM: The Road Ahead 

    • Inspiring Takeaways – Share Out Session
    • Growing Elite – Trip Announcement 

     12:30 PM: The Journey Continues 

    Make sure to visit the Educational Bars in the lobby of the General Session this year to speak with the Home Office Experts who can answer your questions.

    • Fit Bar
    • Tech Bar
    • Studio Bar

    Each Bar will be open before the General Session, during breaks, and after the General Session.

    MEALS

    On Thursday evening, dinner is provided in the General Session – Grand Ballroom. You will want to dress up as we will celebrate your amazing successes in 2024.

    Breakfast and lunch are provided on Friday. After 7:30PM on Friday evening, you will be free for dinner on your own. We will be serving lire bites before we dismiss Friday night. Breakfast is provided on Saturday morning. 

    DRESS CODE

    Dress Code for the Conference: Business Casual – We recommend bringing layers and a coat as indoor/outdoor temperatures in Texas during January can vary widely.

    WHAT TO BRING

    • Bring a list of Clients for scheduling appointments during downtime, and a list of potential Stylists to reach out to share your excitement for what’s to come in 2025!
    • Bring your Apple iPad 
    • Bring extra travel bags or leave space in your luggage – You’ve earned your SPRING swatches! Stylists will receive their Spring 2025 swatches at Summit. Dimensions for the swatch package are 6″x 5” x 5″.  We are not offering shipping for these items, so you should plan to take these home in your luggage.

    We look forward to seeing you all at the Sales and Leadership Summit 2025 at the Statler Hotel in Dallas! If you have any questions, please email events@jhilburn.com.

  • Weekly Update – January 10, 2025

    NEW THIS WEEK

    PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE SPRING 2025 COLLECTION KICKOFF CALL ON FEBRUARY 3RD AT 12:00PM CST!

    Join Chief Creative Officer Simon Kneen and Director of Merchandising Nicole Coury on Monday, February 3 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM CST for your first look at our Spring 2025 Collection.  Simon and Nicole will take you through the new Collection, its inspiration, and detailed explanations of the fabrics, items, and Key Looks of the new season.

    Stylists attending SLS will receive their Spring 2025 swatches at the event. All other Stylists’ swatches will be shipped on 1/24/25 so that they will be received in advance of the call. HAVE YOUR SALES TOOLS AND SWATCHES ON HAND FOR THE CALL. Be ready to take notes. The call will be recorded and available as soon as possible. 

    There is no better way to be prepared for the Spring selling season than to attend this meeting and gain the product knowledge that will help you to wow your Clients with personalized looks from this year’s Spring Collection.

    The Spring 2024 season opens for sales on Tuesday, February 4th.

    Register for the Spring 2025 Collection Kick Off Call on February 3rd

    The J.Hilburn Studio located at 5350 E. Lovers Lane in Dallas, Texas, will be temporarily closed from Thursday, January 16th through Saturday, January 18th at 1:00 pm, to allow the studio’s team to attend the annual Sales and Leadership Summit. Normal studio hours will resume at the conclusion of the Summit.

    We faced some challenges with our sportcoat lining replenishment on this round, but the shipment is expected at the factory later this week.  In the meantime, we have temporarily removed these items from the Green Room until they are back in stock. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to restock.

    Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and we’ve made it easy for you to share the love with your Clients with images for texting and social sharing in Custom Made Social. Cupid dropped these images into CMS in the Valentine’s Day category. Happy sharing!

    DON’T MISS!

    2025 has begun, and that means Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! We want to ensure our clients look sharp for any special plans they have that day. Please refer to these dates below as guidelines for when orders should be placed in order to arrive in time for Valentine’s Day.

    Valentine’s Day Cut-offs

    Category

    Date

    Suits, Outerwear, Belts

    1/16/2025

    Shirts, Knits, Casual Pants (excluding Denim)

    1/21/2025

    RTW

    2/5/2025

    We cannot guarantee Valentine’s Day delivery for Custom Denim, given the longer lead time for these items. Please place your orders as soon as possible.

    Please Note the updated cut-off date for shirts, knits, and casual pants: VTG re-evaluated their workload and requested an earlier cut-off date to accommodate their TET holiday closure.  

    Later this month, our partners at the VTG factory in Vietnam will be taking some much-deserved time off to celebrate the TET holiday (1/27/2025-1/31/2025). This will add one week to the lead time for shirts, knits, and casual pants – but rest assured, the lead times you see in Green Room will account for the holiday, and order ETAs will be reflected accurately. As always, please feel free to reach out to Stylist Care for any specific questions about your orders.

    Due to high interest, the printed Spring 2025 Collection Lookbooks pre-order has been extended through January! Spring Lookbooks are available in packs of five (5) for $30 ($6 per book). We’re excited to offer you this opportunity to maximize your business by putting J.Hilburn in the hands of new Clients and helping your new Stylists get off to a great start.

    How Do I Pre-Order the Lookbooks?
    To place your pre-order, visit the Stylist Store. A SKU has been added for purchase, (SS25Lookbook-5pack). We will not have extra copies on hand for future purchase, so be sure to anticipate all your spring selling needs and pre-order a large enough quantity to last you throughout the season. 

    Selling

    We still have many fall fabrics available for Clients who are looking for solutions that offer year-round wearability and style. To help you share these styles with your clients, Simon’s team has developed nine new style boards. Check out these new style boards in the Green Room App! 

    Learning

    Tailored Talks happen each Tuesday at 11AM CST.

    Register for This Week’s Tailored Talks
    Click to See Previous Tailored Talks

    Join us on Tuesday, January 21 at 11:00 AM CST for our next Tailored Talk, where we’ll take a high-level look at this year’s Sales and Leadership Summit. Whether you attended SLS or not, you won’t want to miss this session where we take a deep dive into the information from this year’s Summit that will be most impactful on you and your business. 

    See What Stylists Are Saying About Tailored Talks:

    Click for Most Recent Video Recording
    Click for Most Recent Audio Recording

    MARKETING

    • Tuesday, January 14 – Celebrate Love
    • Friday, January 17 – All-Weather Style

    Thank you for everything you do! Have a great week!