Tag: 2025 Weekly Update. April 2025 Update

  • Weekly Update – April 25, 2025

    NEW THIS WEEK

    Great News, Stylists! The remaining denim washes are available for purchase again. Now’s the time to reach out, reconnect, and reignite those denim conversations with your clients!

    CID1-DP

    Italian Denim Hudson Dark Wash

    CID3-DP

    Italian Denim Pacific Light Wash

    JHD1-DP

    Hudson Dark Wash Stretch Denim

    JHD3-DP

    Pacific Light Wash Stretch Denim

    Now Available:

    We’re excited to announce that replenishments for the following sportcoat linings have arrived at our factory! They are available to select in the Green Room now.

    Now Unavailable:

    Due to continuing issues with production, we have decided to remove the Light Blue Stretch lining from our lining offerings. We are currently working with other suppliers to find a replacement and will update you when one becomes available. 

    Our NI156 Non-Iron Blue Grid Check shirt fabric is  available again to sell! This fabric is sure to be popular with your Clients thanks to its versatility and easy-care performance.

    NI156 Non-Iron Blue Grid Check

    SLS Attendees,

    With just over two months left to earn one of the 22 exclusive spots on our unforgettable Sonoma trip this September, it’s time for a leaderboard update!

    These stylists are currently leading the way (as of 4/23/2025), but the race is far from over! There’s still plenty of time to climb the ranks and claim your spot.

    Here’s how the trip spots break down:

    4 Stylists will earn on Top Sales Volume Growth (2 Studio & 2 Standard):

    4 Stylists will earn on Top New Client Acquisition (Top 4 from either plan):

    12 Stylists will earn on Personal Volume Growth (6 Studio & 6 Standard):

    2 Stylists will earn on New Exclusive Product Incentive Sales (Top 2 from either plan):

    Keep your eyes on the prize, and let’s make Sonoma your September destination! 🍷🌿

    DON’T MISS!

    While no new tariffs have been imposed since our April 9 update, the company continued to absorb the 10% tariff applied to all our products leaving the exporting country from April 5 through April 22. Additionally, the company absorbed increased costs from our suppliers, including freight, packaging, and materials.

    Pricing Structure Changes and Effective Date

    In this context, we introduced a new product pricing structure effective Tuesday, April 22, at 12:01 a.m CST.  The new pricing structure follows the principles outlined in our initial communication on April 7. We evaluated our current pricing against key competitors, analyzed our sales in detail, and allocated the necessary increases to protect our more price-sensitive garments with smaller percentage hikes while applying slightly higher increases to items that comfortably remain within market value. We did not implement a flat percentage increase across all garments and tiers.

    Please visit the Newsroom for full details on pricing changes for all categories and FAQs:

    Our next Tips From the Top is scheduled for Tuesday, May 6th at 11:00 AM CST, immediately following the All-Stylist call at 10:30 AM CST. Here’s what we have in store:

    Chris Hite

    We are excited to share that Chris Hite, a Platinum Circle of Excellence Stylist, will be our guest speaker for Tips from the Top on Tuesday, May 6th! 

    This is an incredible opportunity to learn from one of our top Stylists! Don’t miss out on his valuable tips and strategies.

    Our Growing Elite trips provide the Stylists who earn them with unforgettable moments and memories that last a lifetime! We are excited to share these Stylists’ favorite moments and highlights here in the Weekly Update. This week, Stylist Tanya Hartman shares how the Growing Elite experience impacted her motivation and goal-setting for the future.

    Click below to watch:

    Want to be a part of next year’s Growing Elite trip to Vietnam and Hong Kong? Click below to learn how to earn your spot:

    Stylist Meetings Coming Soon to a City Near You

    Each week, our Regional Sales Directors Deb Scanlan and Kelly Braaten are adding locations, so keep checking the Training & Events calendar and register to attend.  

    Recent Events:

    Dallas, TX

     

    Upcoming Events:

    Selling

    We’ve created a new resource to help you be better prepared for upcoming appointments – a handy one-page document where you will find details on fabrics, linings, and buttons that are currently 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:

    Father’s Day is around the corner, and now’s the time to help your Clients find the perfect custom-made gift. Use the chart below to stay on track with ordering deadlines and ensure on-time delivery!

    Father’s Day Cut-Offs 2025

    Product Category

    Cutoff

    Suits and Outerwear

    5/16/2025

    Belts

    5/16/2025

    Shirts, Knits,  Casual Pants

    5/27/2025

    RTW Items

    6/5/2025

    Denim: 

    At this time, we are unable to guarantee delivery dates for denim orders. For the most accurate estimated delivery times, please refer to the Estimated Delivery Dates table in the Green Room.

    Stylists, it’s time to act now! These products are proving to be very popular and are selling fast.  Get these in front of your Clients today before it’s too late.

    Check the list below and reach out to your Clients today to help them secure these must-have selections.

    Click images to enlarge.

    Marketing

    • Monday, April 28 – Crisp. Cool. Custom. (Linen)
    • Wednesday, April 30 – Pants with Personality
    • Friday, May 2 – Golden Summer

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

  • Weekly Update – April 18, 2025

    NEW THIS WEEK

    While no new tariffs have been imposed since our April 9 update, the company has absorbed the 10% tariff applied to all our products leaving the exporting country since April 5. Additionally, the company has been absorbing increased costs from our suppliers, including freight, packaging, and materials.

    New Price Effective Date

    In this context, we will introduce a new product pricing structure effective Tuesday, April 22, at 12:01 a.m CST. The company will continue to absorb all increased costs until then. In our April 7 communication, we allowed three days for you to submit orders at current prices before the anticipated price increase. Due to Passover and the Easter holiday, we are giving you six days to submit your orders before the price change on Tuesday, April 22, at 12:01 am CST.

    Pricing Structure Changes

    The new pricing structure follows the principles outlined in our initial communication on April 7. We evaluated our current pricing against key competitors, analyzed our sales in detail, and allocated the necessary increases to protect our more price-sensitive garments with smaller percentage hikes while applying slightly higher increases to items that comfortably remain within market value. We did not implement a flat percentage increase across all garments and tiers.

    Please visit the Newsroom for full details on pricing changes for all categories and FAQs:

    DON’T MISS!

    TAL CEO Roger Lee recently sat down for a conversation on sustainability in manufacturing on the Retail Relates podcast. During the episode, titled, “Customizing a Sustainable Future in Manufacturing: A Conversation with Roger Lee,” Roger shared several forward-thinking insights including:

    • Sustainability Commitment: Roger discusses TAL Manufacturing’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, highlighting the company’s dedication to integrating sustainable practices into its operations.
    • Made-to-Measure Innovation: He elaborates on the company’s pioneering efforts in made-to-measure clothing, emphasizing how this approach reduces waste and enhances customer satisfaction by catering to evolving consumer demands.
    • Technological Integration: Roger underscores the transformative impact of technology on manufacturing, particularly the crucial role of artificial intelligence and computer vision tools in ensuring quality and transparency for consumers, thereby reshaping industry standards.

    Our Growing Elite trips provide the Stylists who earn them with unforgettable moments and memories that last a lifetime! We are excited to share these Stylists’ favorite moments and highlights here in the Weekly Update. This week, Stylist Peg Albert shares the three words she would use to describe her Growing Elite experience.

    Click below to watch:

    Want to be a part of next year’s Growing Elite trip to Vietnam and Hong Kong? Click below to learn how to earn your spot:

    Stylist Meetings Coming Soon to a City Near You

    Each week, our Regional Sales Directors Deb Scanlan and Kelly Braaten are adding locations, so keep checking the Training & Events calendar and register to attend.  

     

    Upcoming Events:

    Selling

    We’ve created a new resource to help you be better prepared for upcoming appointments – a handy one-page document where you will find details on fabrics, linings, and buttons that are currently 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:

    Father’s Day is around the corner, and now’s the time to help your Clients find the perfect custom-made gift. Use the chart below to stay on track with ordering deadlines and ensure on-time delivery!

    Father’s Day Cut-Offs 2025

    Product Category

    Cutoff

    Suits and Outerwear

    5/16/2025

    Belts

    5/16/2025

    Shirts, Knits,  Casual Pants

    5/27/2025

    RTW Items

    6/5/2025

    Denim: 

    At this time, we are unable to guarantee delivery dates for denim orders. For the most accurate estimated delivery times, please refer to the Estimated Delivery Dates table in the Green Room.

    Stylists, it’s time to act now! These products are proving to be very popular and are selling fast.  Get these in front of your Clients today before it’s too late.

    Check the list below and reach out to your Clients today to help them secure these must-have selections.

    Click images to enlarge.

    Marketing

    • Monday, April 21 – The Power of Pink
    • Wednesday, April 23 – Printed Jersey Knits
    • Friday, April 25 – Ready Non-Iron

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

  • Weekly Update – April 11, 2025

    NEW THIS WEEK

    As you may have seen, the U.S. Government has put a 90-day pause on the majority of tariffs.  We are still analyzing exactly what this means for us, but for now, the price increases that were planned for Friday, April 11th, have been canceled.  

    If, after government clarification, there is still a tariff increase to our business, we will need to increase prices accordingly. We commit that the earliest it will happen will be after April 18th.

    We will follow up with more details once the government clarifies exactly which tariffs have been paused.

    Father’s Day is around the corner, and now’s the time to help your Clients find the perfect custom-made gift. Use the chart below to stay on track with ordering deadlines and ensure on-time delivery!

    Father’s Day Cut-Offs 2025

    Product Category

    Cutoff

    Suits and Outerwear

    5/16/2025

    Belts

    5/16/2025

    Shirts, Knits,  Casual Pants

    5/27/2025

    RTW Items

    6/5/2025

    Denim: 

    At this time, we are unable to guarantee delivery dates for denim orders. For the most accurate estimated delivery times, please refer to the Estimated Delivery Dates table in the Green Room.

    We’re excited to kick off a new monthly webinar series just for J.Hilburn Stylists: The Culture of Textiles.

    Brought to us by Chief Creative Director Simon Kneen, this series is led by Mariangela Rossetto—an industry expert with over 30 years of experience, including 20 years at Loro Piana. Mariangela will share the rich story behind the fabrics we work with, from the origins of wool to the beauty and craftsmanship woven into every garment.

    This journey will lead us to in-person fabric workshops with Mariangela at the Conference in July, where Simon and his team will unveil the Fall 2025 collection. Click the video below to learn more about this series from Simon and Mariangela.

    Register now to join the first session on Thursday, April 17th at 1:00pm CST:

    TAL CEO Roger Lee recently sat down for a conversation on sustainability in manufacturing on the Retail Relates podcast. During the episode, titled, “Customizing a Sustainable Future in Manufacturing: A Conversation with Roger Lee,” Roger shared several forward-thinking insights including:

    • Sustainability Commitment: Roger discusses TAL Manufacturing’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, highlighting the company’s dedication to integrating sustainable practices into its operations.
    • Made-to-Measure Innovation: He elaborates on the company’s pioneering efforts in made-to-measure clothing, emphasizing how this approach reduces waste and enhances customer satisfaction by catering to evolving consumer demands.
    • Technological Integration: Roger underscores the transformative impact of technology on manufacturing, particularly the crucial role of artificial intelligence and computer vision tools in ensuring quality and transparency for consumers, thereby reshaping industry standards.

    DON’T MISS

    The J.Hilburn Sales and Leadership Plan was updated on April 1, 2025. Key elements of this update include:

    • Personal Sales Volume Bonus (PSVB): Starting April 1st and running through September 2025
    • Details on New Stylist and Mentor match bonuses
    • Studio Mentorship Program 
    • Additional glossary terms

    Visit the Sales and Leadership Plan Resource Guide in the newsroom for more information and to review the updated plan in full.

    Our next Tips From the Top is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15th at 11:00 AM CST. Here’s what we have in store:

    Christine Mattsson

    We are excited to share that Christine Mattsson, a Platinum Circle of Excellence Stylist, will be our guest speaker for Tips from the Top on Tuesday, April 15th! 

    This is an incredible opportunity to learn from one of our top Stylists! Don’t miss out on her valuable tips and strategies.

    Our Growing Elite trips provide the Stylists who earn them with unforgettable moments and memories that last a lifetime! We are excited to share these Stylists’ favorite moments and highlights here in the Weekly Update. This week, Stylist Jessica Richau shares how earning the Growing Elite trip impacted her business long-term.

    Click below to watch:

    Want to be a part of next year’s Growing Elite trip to Vietnam and Hong Kong? Click below to learn how to earn your spot:

    Stylist Meetings Coming Soon to a City Near You

    Each week, our Regional Sales Directors Deb Scanlan and Kelly Braaten are adding locations, so keep checking the Training & Events calendar and register to attend.  

     

    Upcoming Events:

    Selling

    We’ve created a new resource to help you be better prepared for upcoming appointments – a handy one-page document where you will find details on fabrics, linings, and buttons that are currently 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:

    Stylists, we have an exciting update regarding Denim production:  

    The Trinity Denim washes are available again as of April 1st 

    This includes all three versions of the Trinity wash: 

    • CID2-DP: Trinity Medium Clean Wash Italian Denim 
    • JHD2-DP: Trinity Medium Wash Stretch Denim 
    • JHD4-DP: Trinity Medium Clean Wash Stretch Denim 

    The wash formula is still being perfected to achieve the quality standards we require for the remaining denim washes. This may take a few more weeks to complete, but we are working urgently to complete testing and resume production.  We will let you know as soon as we have additional updates.  

    On our Summer Launch call a few weeks ago, we mentioned that we would be launching some of the fabrics digitally in April. Well, that time is here! These seven (7) new digital-only swatches fabrics are available to order as of Tuesday, April 8th.

    These are digital-only swatches and are available in very Limited Quantities.

    Category

    Swatch

    Description

    Mill

    Quality

    Composition

    Shirts

    NI173

    Ocean Blue and Rose Plaid

    J.Hilburn

    Non-Iron

    100% Cotton

    Shirts

    NI174

    Lavender and Blue Glen Plaid

    J.Hilburn

    Non-Iron

    100% Cotton

    Shirts

    NI175

    Ocean Blue and Lilac Check

    J.Hilburn

    Non-Iron

    97% Cotton 3% Spandex

    Shirts

    NI176

    Sky Blue and Lavender Plaid

    J.Hilburn

    Non-Iron

    100% Cotton

    Shirts

    TM228

    Lilac Journey Twill

    Thomas Mason

    Journey

    100% Cotton

    Suiting

    RDA208

    Magenta and Blue Milano Plaid

    Reda 1865

    Milano Super 130s

    100% Wool

    Suiting

    RDA207

    Rose and Magenta Milano Plaid

    Reda 1865

    Milano Super 130s

    100% Wool

    Additionally, we have 20 NEW shoes from Allen Edmonds, consisting of seven (7) new styles in various colorways.

    Our second shipment of JHSU100 Grey and White Seersucker and JHSU101 Navy and White Seersucker has experienced a slight delay. While we still have some fabric available, please be aware that these fabrics may be placed on Backorder Status until the second shipment arrives on April 21st. Orders can still be placed as usual, so you can continue getting your Client’s seersucker suits ordered for their upcoming Spring and Summer events!

    Marketing

    • Monday, April 14 – Timeless and Natural
    • Wednesday, April 16 – Highlights from Italy
    • Friday, April 18 – Solutions For a Wedding Weekend

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

  • Weekly Update – April 4, 2025

    NEW THIS WEEK

    As with all of our fellow retailers in the USA, we’re exploring a range of alternatives to mitigate the impact of the Trump Administration’s announced tariffs. We will provide you with more details on Monday. TAL has heard from other retailers about their thoughts, so we have a broad net of information that we are gathering and evaluating.

    In the meantime, please understand that while we evaluate possible options, the new tariff structure may still have an unavoidable impact on pricing and operations; however, we will do our best to mitigate this.

    More updates on Monday!

    The J.Hilburn Sales and Leadership Plan was updated on April 1, 2025. Key elements of this update include:

    • Personal Sales Volume Bonus (PSVB): Starting April 1st and running through September 2025
    • Details on New Stylist and Mentor match bonuses
    • Studio Mentorship Program 
    • Additional glossary terms

    Visit the Sales and Leadership Plan Resource Guide in the newsroom for more information and to review the updated plan in full.

    Stylists, we have an exciting update regarding Denim production:  

    The Trinity Denim washes are available again as of April 1st 

    This includes all three versions of the Trinity wash: 

    • CID2-DP: Trinity Medium Clean Wash Italian Denim 
    • JHD2-DP: Trinity Medium Wash Stretch Denim 
    • JHD4-DP: Trinity Medium Clean Wash Stretch Denim 

    The wash formula is still being perfected to achieve the quality standards we require for the remaining denim washes. This may take a few more weeks to complete, but we are working urgently to complete testing and resume production.  We will let you know as soon as we have additional updates.  

    On our Summer Launch call a few weeks ago, we mentioned that we would be launching some of the fabrics digitally in April. Well, that time is here! These seven (7) new digital-only swatches fabrics will be available to order on Tuesday, April 8th.

    These are digital-only swatches and are available in very Limited Quantities.

    Category

    Swatch

    Description

    Mill

    Quality

    Composition

    Shirts

    NI173

    Ocean Blue and Rose Plaid

    J.Hilburn

    Non-Iron

    100% Cotton

    Shirts

    NI174

    Lavender and Blue Glen Plaid

    J.Hilburn

    Non-Iron

    100% Cotton

    Shirts

    NI175

    Ocean Blue and Lilac Check

    J.Hilburn

    Non-Iron

    97% Cotton 3% Spandex

    Shirts

    NI176

    Sky Blue and Lavender Plaid

    J.Hilburn

    Non-Iron

    100% Cotton

    Shirts

    TM228

    Lilac Journey Twill

    Thomas Mason

    Journey

    100% Cotton

    Suiting

    RDA208

    Magenta and Blue Milano Plaid

    Reda 1865

    Milano Super 130s

    100% Wool

    Suiting

    RDA207

    Rose and Magenta Milano Plaid

    Reda 1865

    Milano Super 130s

    100% Wool

    Additionally, we have 20 NEW shoes from Allen Edmonds, consisting of seven (7) new styles in various colorways.

    Our second shipment of JHSU100 Grey and White Seersucker and JHSU101 Navy and White Seersucker has experienced a slight delay. While we still have some fabric available, please be aware that these fabrics may be placed on Backorder Status until the second shipment arrives on April 21st. Orders can still be placed as usual, so you can continue getting your Client’s seersucker suits ordered for their upcoming Spring and Summer events!

    DON’T MISS!

    Our next Tips From the Top is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15th at 11:00 AM CST. Here’s what we have in store:

    Christine Mattsson

    We are excited to share that Christine Mattsson, a Platinum Circle of Excellence Stylist, will be our guest speaker for Tips from the Top on Tuesday, April 15th! 

    This is an incredible opportunity to learn from one of our top Stylists! Don’t miss out on her valuable tips and strategies.

    Our Growing Elite trips provide the Stylists who earn them with unforgettable moments and memories that last a lifetime! We are excited to share these Stylists’ favorite moments and highlights here in the Weekly Update. This week, Stylist Tanya Hartman shares her advice for Stylists who are thinking about striving for a Growing Elite trip.

    Click below to watch:

    Want to be a part of next year’s Growing Elite trip to Vietnam and Hong Kong? Click below to learn how to earn your spot:

    Stylist Meetings Coming Soon to a City Near You

    Each week, our Regional Sales Directors Deb Scanlan and Kelly Braaten are adding locations, so keep checking the Training & Events calendar and register to attend.  

    Recent Events:

    Salida, CO

    Atlanta, GA

    Emeryville, CA

    Upcoming Events:

    Selling

    We’ve created a new resource to help you be better prepared for upcoming appointments – a handy one-page document where you will find details on fabrics, linings, and buttons that are currently 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:

    Marketing

    • Monday, April 7 – Spring Layers
    • Wednesday, April 9 – Shirting
    • Friday, April 11 – The Ultimate Sportcoat

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