October 3, 1993 - North Shore News CLT PTY Cotton Ginny has been selling casual wear staples to Canadians for more than 10 years DRESSING CASUALLY means different things to different people. What is comfortable to some is compromising to others. One clothing company that is known for its casual staples that don’t forget about style to provide comfort is Cotton Ginny. !t has been selling dependable basics for over 10 years in Canada, and is one retailer that hasn’t changed its philosophy much since it opened. ‘Its pure cotton, very affordable clothes are always easy to wear, never confining. It’s the stuff you throw on after you’ve pulled off the other clothes, and the stuff Photo submitted GOTON®, GINNY = makes _ a. ~ variety. of .casuails ‘like ‘this ‘matching jacket and pants. By Caroi Crenna Contributing Writer that, no matter how worn-out, you'll reach for when you need that warm, cosy feeling of being relaxed. This fall, Cotton Ginny and Cotton Ginny Plus (stores selling sizes !4 and larger) are showing their own lines of spicy tones and rich autumn colors in winter white, purple, indigo, slate grey, black and rose. ; Different fabrics are layered and mixed with a variety of textures (in pure cotton, of course) in- cluding reverse fleece, muuflant, “peachfuzz,"’ jersey and denim. They are cut into softly draped dresses, vests, skirts, tunics, jackets, T-shirts, shirts and gently fitted sweats, leggings and stretch pants. . Plus stores are kept stocked Though solids have always been the major portion of the store’s stock, since they are classics and good for layering, a few prints are included this fall in miniature florals, Navajo patterns and stripes. In store for fall, you'll see jean shirts in deep indigo with stitching detail, denim jackets and jeans. Over them, pull rolled, mock-neck sweaters: with heavy cables, long vests, tunics and zippered jersey cardigans. Body-fitted leggings and stretch- pants with zippered pockets make a comfortable change from jeans. A great, hooded parka has been introduced. in a heavy knit that has polo coat buttons and is in blocks of: bright color. Hood, sleeves and pockets are in blocks of red, yellow, forest and navy. ten Ly with active weekend wear STATISTICS HAVE shown that: 50% of North American women wear size 14 or larger. These customers have been ~ very limited in their choice of stores and -merchandise — styles that. were often less fashionable — and: they were forced to pay high prices for ‘garments that were not always . good quality. -When developing - Cotton Ginny Plus stores several years ‘ ago, 2 group of women aged !6 -J7to 40, who- wore size 14 or larger’ Were’ assembled to “discuss “their ‘shopping habits ‘and attitudes, . . - This information was heavily relied upon for the company’s decision on store design, mer- | HICKORY-STRIFPED OVERALLS _ INFANT.~ 6X chandise and staff. Cotton Ginny Plus feels that it is the only company to gear its market specifically to 14- plus women’s casual, active and weekend wear. The two Cotton Ginny stores on the North Shore are in Capilano Mall and Park Royal Shopping.Centre. ‘ The first Cotton Ginny Plus store is in the planning stages for Park Royal's south mall, which will tentatively be taking over Cotton Ginny’s present location when it moves to the newly renovated north mail, There are now Cotton Ginny Plus stores in Metrotown, Guildford Town Centre and Richmond Centre. Mr aeey Kitchen Cabinets Lid. NEW DESIGN AND RENOVATION OFF SALE} For the month of October! ry! “Beat the Xmas rush! 7 LOCATIONS VANCOUVER 139 W. Broadway Vancouver, B.C. 876 - 4644 BURNABY #4 - 2909 Balnbridge Ave. Burnaby, B.C, 420 - 5757 SURREY #13 - 8145-130 St. . Surrey, B.C. 597 - 4511 Personal Financial Planning for Women is a six part seminar series especially designed for women. in the course, you will explore tax planning, money management, investment princi- ples and Jearn important ways to get your money working harder for you. The ccurse is taught by Kathryn Sager, one of Vancouver's leading authorities on Women and Wealth. In her 14 years as a Financial Advisor, Kathryn has devoted much of her efforts to ensuring that women have strong, workable financial plans. With its own comprehensive workbook, the course is pre- sented in a hands-on, interactive fashion designed to maxi- mize understanding. Sessions begin October 12, 1993. The cost of the series is $100 per participant. Call Maria Roque at 640-6516 to book your space today. ; WOMEN & WEALTH Beginning October 12, 1993 Reserve your space today Call Maria Roque 640-6516 BLUE CHIP THINKING is & trademark of Midland Watwyn Capital Inc, MIDLAND WALWYN BLUE CHIP THINKING” au ta pols re s a BS ares then ATE: vytr bah CALLED “ Specs bh Be vt tyiii teperte phot ye . ‘ stem a iment tt peetherceoted tgs HE Time 488 ee A rarities iH Feminella adds a YOU WEED Eee 985-7615 | i CONTRE