Weekly Update – May 2, 2025

NEW THIS WEEK

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.

April marked the exciting launch of our Personal Sales Volume Bonus (PSVB) program, and the results are in. In the first month of the program, 93 Stylists earned bonuses! Congratulations to all of our earners, and a special shoutout to the Top 10 Stylists leading the way. This is just the beginning. Let’s keep the momentum going!

Visit the newsroom for more information about the Personal Sales Volume Bonus program:

The Home Office Team hosted an All-Stylist Town Hall on Monday, April 28th. If you missed the live meeting, click below to view the recording:

Get ready to take your J.Hilburn business to the next level with the launch of the new, improved JESSI, your enhanced AI personal assistant, now available 24/7 directly within the Stylist App on iPad and iPhone!

Developed in-house with cutting-edge technology and an obsessive focus on quality, this updated version of JESSI offers deep contextual understanding and up-to-date access to product availability, allowing you to instantly ask detailed questions about fabrics, get tailored product recommendations, check inventory, and access essential business information. 

Watch the video below to discover how this powerful tool can streamline your workflow and enhance client interactions:

Visit the JESSI newsroom page to get answers to frequently asked questions, view tutorials, and more:

DON’T MISS!

Please join us on Thursday, May 15th at 1:00PM CST for the next session in our new webinar series, 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. 

Register Now:

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 Jessica Richau shares her key takeaway from the Growing Elite: Thailand & Hong Kong 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, we 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.

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

Marketing

  • Monday, May 5 – Seasonless Style
  • Wednesday, May 7 -Black for Summer
  • Friday, May 9 – Formal Attire

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