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May/June 2018 Newsletter - The Clothing Seasons - Explained! May 30 2018
Summer in January and Winter in July? Let us explain.
One of the most frequent questions we get from customers is why the clothing seasons don't always represent what is going with the time of year or the weather outside. It's a natural question of which you have our sympathies, as there are certain times of the year when it makes no sense at all.
Traditionally the Clothing Industry used to work closer to reality. There were two 'Main' seasons - Spring/Summer (SS) and Autumn/Winter (AW). SS deliveries would be around March/April and likewise AW deliveries September/October. Then somewhere in the mists of time, the Multiples and Department Stores wanted items earlier. And earlier. And earlier. And earlier. Then 'Pre-Collections' appeared, which meant SS could be in November and AW in May. That is not a typo error.
Illogical from either a consumer lead and business lead perspective, this gave the Independent businesses like ourselves a bit of headache. This meant taking some stock in much earlier than what would be considered sensible and booking even further ahead. With Crystal Balls in short supply, never underestimate the risk involved for your local Independent, because experience is the key in getting it right. Getting it wrong is not an option.
Below is what the seasons are in our Industry, with usual ordering time for us between six and twelve months before delivery in most cases.
Jan/Feb/March - Spring/Summer
April - Spring/Summer & High Summer
May - High Summer & Pre Autumn/Winter
June - Pre Autumn/Winter
July/Aug/Sept - Autumn/Winter
Oct - Autumn/Winter
Nov/Dec - Pre Spring/Summer
We do our level best at catering for all items and all times and some of our customer base rely on us having 'out of season' items, but as our guide shows if you want a pair of shorts in August for example, or a Winter coat in February, it may get tricky so we always advise to 'plan ahead' on key seasonal purchases.
In our next blog, we will bring you some shots of SS19 Collections from our brand portfolio and all the latest news and we thank all our customers both in store and online for their continued and loyal support, which is very much appreciated.
If you have any queries or thoughts on the above, please contact us at info@jandbmenswear.com
Fred Perry Special Offer! April 27 2018
The Fred Perry tennis bomber was the original warm-up jacket from the courts of the ‘50s. It was taken from the shoulders of tennis champions, onto the backs of British subcultures. The bold design looks to vintage sports stripes in team colours. The angled collar is inspired by the Fred Perry shirt.
We have just a few left, so reduced from £159.00 to £129.00 which includes FREE U.K & EU shipping!
New BRUTUS Spring Shirts! FIVE new lines! March 16 2018
We have FIVE new shirts from the second drop from of the BRUTUS SS18 Collection, including three checks and two stripes!
These won't hang around for long, so hit the link now to see the latest designs.
www.jandbmenswear.com/collections/brutus-1
FREE SHIPPING IN MARCH March 07 2018
We are offering FREE Worldwide Shipping in March. You can but a much or as little as you like and it will be shipped free! Please use freeship promotional code at the checkout to claim your reward!
Please note this is only available direct to this site - Not applicable to Third party versions.
March 2018 Newsletter March 06 2018
After buying all the AW18 Collections in February, March has already seen many of the new SS18 Collections being delivered, which will be compete by the end of the month, especially Fynch Hatton, which proved a great success upon its arrival last year. It also saw the unwelcome amount of snow, which threw a curveball as much of the summer stock is short sleeve, but we always maintain a good level of heavier product which certainly came in handy for those that did manage to venture out - plus those who rather preferred to stay indoors and order from us online.
We apologise if any of you got your online deliveries slightly late. Wednesday and Thursday of last week proved too much from Royal Mail, so we personally took the parcels to the Norwich sorting office so they would be first in the queue when things got back to normal.
Our first drop of Fila® has been presented in its new area instore, alongside Lacoste and Fred Perry for an increased display of Sports Heritage (see above). The full collection will not be online yet, as we await images and another drop late this month, but we are pleased with the reaction of this cult heritage brand, despite the cold conditions.
Please note that we will be open as always on Good Friday, but not Easter Monday. Royal Mail do not collect on Bank Holidays, so any orders received will be shipped the next working day.
We look forward to seeing you instore - or online - in the coming weeks. J&B has never looked so good!
February 2018 Newsletter January 24 2018
We will be keeping you updated on a monthly basis on what is happening at J&B Menswear.
February will see much of the SS18 Collections being delivered, including new brand partner FILA which were are very excited about. This will have large presence in store and online and we will be offering across the board, including Track Tops, Hoodies. Tees, Polo, Joggers and Shorts.
After trialing ORIGINAL PENGUIN last season, we will have a much expanded collection this Spring, which will full of colour with pastels being a big feature.
Our LACOSTE selection will also be expanded and given its own exclusive area, will an expansion of their Underwear, Tees and including shorts, tops and joggers as we go through the season.
LEVI'S® and FRED PERRY Spring Collections are strong, with an extra focus on Retro Sportswear.
BRUTUS will be landing their first drop of SS18 in the first week of February, all of which is currently to preview online.
FYNCH HATTON goes from strength to strength and we will be seeing the first efforts of their Spring'18 Collection too,
It is always sad to day goodbye to our brand partners, but after many years we have decided to drop BEN SHERMAN and phase out PEPE JEANS LONDON. Both excellent brands in their day, but no longer provide the high standards and desirability of which our customers and ourselves demand.
Our in store refurb is ongoing with improved lighting, revised signage and increased use of bespoke tables for a more open feel and ease of navigation.
The buying team have just started ordering AW18 Collections, with a three day trip planned in London early next month of which we will show you the results on these pages and all our social media outlets.
More from us next month!
J&B Team
Happy New Year! December 31 2017
Happy New Year to all our customers in store and online, associates and clients. Thank you for continuing to support Norwich's leading Independent and we will be having exciting new collections from Fila® and an expanded Original Penguin for the new Spring Season.
Whatever you're doing, have a good one!
Directors and Staff
J&B Menswear
Ben Sherman 25% off until January 15th 2017 December 15 2017
We are saying au revoir to Ben Sherman, so we are clearing all our available stock, including the classic Harrington at 25% off! Please use BEN25 at the checkout as once they've gone, they've gone!
Pepe Jeans London October Promotion October 26 2017
Get 20% off any Pepe Jeans London product until the end of October by using PEPE20 at the checkout. Don't miss out!
Ordering from Malaysia or Indonesia? Forget it! October 01 2017
Here at J&B Menswear, we have state of the art security systems to spot any potential scams. If you are ordering from Malaysia or Indonesia we have cancelled hundreds or orders over the years due to their fraudulent nature, so if your thinking of placing an order with somebody else card details - forget it!
Free Bank Holiday Shipping 25-28th August August 24 2017
It's FREE shipping anywhere this Bank Holiday weekend. Whatever you want, wherever it's going*, the shipping won't cost you a penny! Just Use FREESHIP at the checkout to claim your reward. Offers ends 23:59 Monday 28th August.
One use for customer only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other promotions. T&C's apply.
* excluding blacklisted countries
New Brutus Trimfits for AW17! August 15 2017
Completely new Brutus Trimfit designs for AW17 and are available now! These are a global phenomenon and we ship to your destination!* Free U.K shipping for one shirt and free EU shipping for two. www.jandbmenswear.com/collections/brutus-1
* Excluding blacklisted countries.
15% off for previous customers until 18th August August 14 2017
We are rewarding our most loyal customers this week by offering 15% off until August 18th. If you have used our site before then you are eligible for this promotion.
Please use ONREPEAT at the checkout to receive your reward!
T&C's apply, one use per customer only. 
Fred Perry M3600 Tipped Pique August 08 2017
J&B Menswear has on elf the the best selections of The Fred Perry M3600 Pique in U.K @£55.00 - and up to 3XL too! Keep an eye on our site for new additions!
FREE Worldwide shipping weekend 5/7 August August 05 2017
FREE Worldwide Shipping this weekend at www.jandbmenswear.com! Just use WEEKENDFREE at the checkout to claim your reward. Offer ends Monday 23.59, one use per customer only.
FREE Worldwide Shipping Weekend July 14th - 16th July 14 2017
It's FREE worldwide shipping at www.jandbmenswear.com until from 14th-16th July! Please use JULYFREE at the checkout to claim your reward! T&C's apply.
New Levi's AW17 Collection July 04 2017
The new Levi's® AW17 Collection is arriving. One of the new designs is the latest Barstow Check Shirt. Worn by pioneers, outliers and outcasts, Levi's® Western shirts have been tested by generations and continue to define the modern dress code. With authentic details, the Barstow Western is symbolic of rugged American cool.
Original Penguin Sundown Festival Competition June 30 2017
J&B Menswear & Original Penguin are giving you chance to win FREE tickets for this years Sundown Festival! Just click the link below and fill-in you details.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING* UNTIL MONDAY 29th MAY May 25 2017
FREE* Worldwide shipping ay J&B Menswear until 29th May - Please use promo code WORLDWIDE at the checkout to claim your reward!
* One use only, minimum spend £30.00
New Fred Perry Sports Authentic AW17 May 19 2017
It may barely be June, but the Fred Perry Sports Authentic Collection has a pre-release on key pieces. These Retro Colour Block tees are bang on trend as the 1980's look sweeps through the industry. Keep your eyes peeled for new items for this and the regular Authentic Fred Perry Collection in the coming days and weeks!
Brutus Promotion 9th-14th May May 09 2017
All items from the SS17 Brutus Collection have 10% off online until this Sunday. Use TRIMFIT10 at the checkout to claim your reward. Minimum spend of £50.00 applies. #brutuslondon #trimfit #ringer #mod#skinhead #check #shirt #greatfit
www.jandbmenswear.com/collections/brutus-1
EDP Norfolk Magazine Feature - May 2017 April 28 2017
See the latest EDP Norfolk Magazine, where we have a centre page feature! Out now! #edpnorfolk #may #jandbmenswear #summer #norwich#norwichfashions #menswear #heritage
Free Worldwide Shipping - April 22-30 April 22 2017
FREE Worldwide shipping at J&B Menswear until the end of April, so whatever you want, it's comes with FREE Shipping! Use GLOBAL promo code at the checkout to claim your reward! Offers ends 30/4/17. One use per customer only.
15% off Remus Uomo this Easter! April 14 2017
This Easter Weekend Remus Uomo is available with 15% off all items! Just use REMUS15 at the checkout to claim your reward! Offer ends Tuesday 18th April.