Weekly Update – May 16, 2025

NEW THIS WEEK

Routine server maintenance is scheduled for Friday, May 16th, at 10 PM CST. The following sites will be temporarily unavailable during this time:

  • 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. Thank you for your patience.

We are pleased to announce that, effective May 27th, we will introduce two significant updates to our JH Fit program.

Expansion of the JH Fit Size Range

Previously available in sizes 34-51, the JH Fit jacket will now be extended to size 60. Since the introduction of sizes 50 and 51 in April 2023, feedback has been excellent, prompting us to further expand our size offering. The JH Fit Uniblock extended sizing features a narrower shoulder, slimmer sleeve, smaller armhole, and shorter length compared to our current Extended Fit jacket. Additionally, it incorporates an adjustable shoulder point-to-point measurement, ensuring a more refined fit.

Enhanced Waist and Hip Adjustments

To provide greater versatility, we have increased the waist and hip adjustment range from ±2 to ±3. This refinement enables a superior fit for a wider range of body types, accommodating both individuals with a larger midsection and those with a tapered waist who do not require the broader shoulders of our Athletic Fit sportcoat.

With these enhancements, our Studio Suiting is now more inclusive than ever, ensuring an exceptional fit for clients of all sizes. We look forward to offering these improvements and enhancing your Client’s J.Hilburn experience.

FAQ

  • How does this change affect my existing Clients who are happy with their fit?
    • There will be no change for existing clients. Both Extended and Extended Plus jackets are still available, allowing Clients to continue with their confirmed fit.
  • How does this change affect my new Clients?
    • All T.A.P.E. recommendations have been updated to incorporate the new extended JH fit size range and increased waist/hip adjustment.
  • What if I want to update my Client’s sportcoat profile to incorporate new sizes?
    • If you would like to update your client’s fit to incorporate the new sizes and adjustments, we recommend the following:
      • Remeasure your client and update his core measurement profile.
      • On your client’s measurement and fit page, select to Add Profile.
      • Select your Client’s fit preferences on the Sportcoat fit quiz.
      • Save the new updated Sportcoat profile created by T.A.P.E.

DON’T MISS!

J.Hilburn’s annual Summer Event 2025 is happening now and offers your Clients up to 40% off select styles! This Event gives you a powerful way to re-engage loyal Clients, attract new ones, and boost your earnings. With an elevated 75% Personal Volume Commission (PV-C) through May 26th, now is the time to sell!  Here are the important details:

  • Event Dates: Tuesday, May 13 – Sunday, June 8

  • Private Event Dates: May 13 – May 19 

  • Public Event Begins: May 20 

  • PV Commission Schedule:

    • 75% PV-C from May 13 – May 26

    • 50% PV-C resumes May 27 – June 8

For full details, including SKU information and shareable images and style boards, visit the Summer Event 2025 Toolkit & FAQ page in the newsroom:

As part of our ongoing effort to deliver the 5-star service to you, our Stylist community, we are excited to roll out some new and improved ways to help you access branded content faster, easier, and more effectively than ever before. Here’s how we’ll support your marketing efforts moving forward:

  • New Social Assets Delivered to You Directly – New social content will be sent directly to your phone via SMS text, allowing you to quickly access and share brand-approved content from your mobile device. For your convenience, new content will be posted in Stylist Central as well.
  • Access to a full content library in Dropbox – A curated selection of additional branded content will be available to download through Dropbox.
  • Faster Turnaround Times for Custom Assets – We are excited to have a new full-time designer dedicated exclusively to custom asset requests. In the coming weeks, we’ll share details about how to submit requests and collaborate with our new designer to bring your ideas to life.
  • Social Media & Marketing Center – We’re making it easier to find the assets you need. Available in the newsroom, this is your one-stop resource for branded content and custom marketing support. You can find the Social Media & Marketing Center under “Marketing” in the Newsroom menu.

 

We look forward to collaborating with you and supporting your future marketing needs.  For any questions or assistance, please reach out to your Stylist Success Team.

Mark your calendars for June 16th and 17th! Our latest collection of New Arrivals launches Tuesday, June 17, bringing fresh styles and fabrics to share with your Clients this summer.

To get you ready to offer this new collection to your Clients, we will have a collection launch webinar on the 16th with Chief Creative Officer Simon Kneen and Director of Merchandising Nicole Coury, where they will walk through the new styles, fabrics, and inspiration behind the collection. Details on how to join the webinar will be shared soon, so save the date!

Have you registered for Conference 2025? If you haven’t, now is a great time to do it, because we’re giving away some exciting prizes this month (a new iPad, a free hotel night at Conference, and a complete updated sales tools kit)! Register by May 30th to be automatically entered to win one of these exclusive prizes. If you’re already registered, you’re already in. We’ll randomly select winners from our registered Stylists throughout the month of May, so the earlier you register, the better your chance of winning! Winners must attend Conference to claim their prize, so get registered today.

It’s Time to Level Up Your Business

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at J.Hilburn Conference 2025. This is your opportunity to connect with your fellow Stylists, preview the Fall Collection, and gain insider knowledge to grow your business with confidence. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take things to the next level, Conference is where it all comes together.

Our next Tips From the Top is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20th at 11:00 AM CST. Here’s what we have in store:

Lisa Torba

We are excited to share that Lisa Torba, a Platinum Circle of Excellence Stylist, will be our guest speaker for Tips from the Top on Tuesday, May 20th! 

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 which moment of the Growing Elite: Thailand & Hong Kong trip was most memorable for her and why.

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, we are adding locations, so keep checking the Training & Events calendar and register to attend.  

Recent Events:

Boston/Portsmouth, MA

Upcoming Events:

Selling

We’ve created a handy 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

5/16/25

Belts

5/16/25

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.

Marketing

  • Tuesday, May 20 – Summer Event
  • Friday, May 23 – Warm Weather Tailoring

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