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A Can't Miss Shopping Destination
September 12, 2008
If you dress to blend in...if you slip into a social gathering hoping to go unnoticed...you might not want to read this article. But, if you're the kind of person who opens a party invitation and the first thing you do is scan the lower right corner to see whether the suggested attire is dressy casual, casual chic or black tie only then immediately start planning what you'll wear, then this article is for you.
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Hottest Retailers Unveiled During ICSC's Global Retail Real Estate Convention
May 13, 2008
The International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc. (ICSC) has announced the winners of its 2008 "Hot Retailer" awards, an award that recognizes innovative retail concepts that are appearing in shopping centers around the world. But what are the "hottest and most wanted" retail concepts shopping centers are seeking for their centers?
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Apricot Lane Franchisers Eschew Conformity
March 07, 2008
By and large, franchisers follow a simple philosophy: Find a formula that works, and then make all your franchisees stick to it. No such slavish conformity at Apricot Lane. This apparel retailer has 45 franchised boutiques — each with a decidedly singular character. “We're not like Burger King,” said Ken Petersen, CEO of Vacaville, Calif.–based Country Visions, Apricot Lane’s parent. “The product mix isn't the same in every store.” Each unit has the feel of an exclusive, independent specialty shop, and that is exactly what customers love, Petersen says.
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Apricot Lane Named To Entrepreneur Magazine's Top 500 Franchises List
January 01, 2008
The initial Franchise 500 in 1980 was the first ranking of franchises in the industry. Though we've since noticed a smattering of imitators, Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 is still the best and most comprehensive rating of franchises in the world. Over the years, we have polished and perfected our ranking procedure, giving us a formula that accurately identifies today's top franchise opportunities for you.
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Welcome to Apricot Lane!
Apricot Lane is the ONLY women's fashion boutique franchise combining opportunities from the Fashion and Gift Industries! We offer affordable fashion jewelry, handbags, accessories, and branded apparel as well as gifts in the styles and trends customers are looking for!
- 7 For All
- Mankind
- Joe's Jeans
- Paige Premium Denim
- Lucky Brand Jeans
- Ed Hardy
- Free People
- Gypsy 5
- Omni Peace
- Salvage
- Testament
- Soul Revival
- Brokedown
- One Life
- Monarchy
- Smet
- C & C California
- Steve Madden
- Naughty Monkey
- Kensie
- Haviana's
- Velvet
- Michael Stars
- Jessica Simpson
- Sinful / Affliction
- Hale Bob
Entrepreneur's Top 50 New Franchises for 2008!
