Josie Natori and Retailers’ Mutual Admiration Society

Finding a retailer who doesn’t gush about Josie Natori is about as likely as the designer putting a blinged-out rhinestone-covered bra in her collection. Natori, whose impeccable taste is well-documented, has a large following in the fashion community, and is beloved by her loyal customer base, which only endears her more to her retail partners. When Natori in August threw a party to celebrate her company’s 40th anniversary, the guest list at the Prince George ballroom read like a who’s who of retail with Hudson Bay’s Jerry Storch, Bergdorf Goodman’s Linda Fargo, Burt Tansky, Terry J. Lundgren, Ron Frasch and Rose Marie Bravo in attendance. “As the first retailer to buy Josie’s line in 1977, Saks has invested 40 years in the Natori brand,” said Tracy Margolies, chief merchant of Saks Fifth Avenue. “From Day One, and through the decades, her impeccable talent has never wavered. She knows how to make women feel flawless. Josie has been a wonderful supporter and partner of Saks as well, and we’re incredibly proud and happy to have witnessed her brand evolve into the empire it is today.” “Josie has always understood the importance of collaboration,” said Neiman Marcus senior vice president and fashion director Ken Downing. “She’s a great

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