Lord & Taylor’s Fall 2016 Charity Days Event to Benefit National Cancer Awareness Organization

Lord & Taylor To Work Towards A World With Less Cancer Through Charity Days To Benefit The American Cancer Society

All-Store Events Will Celebrate Cancer Survivors and Their Support Networks

Lord & Taylor is proud to announce that its fall 2016 Charity Days will take place on Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1, and honor cancer survivors and their support communities. All 50 Lord & Taylor stores and www.lordandtaylor.com will participate in the effort to raise funds for the American Cancer Society®.lord_and_taylor_logo_detail

Charity Days: Let’s Do Something Good Together is a two-day shopping event that this season will include a fashion presentation celebrating the spirit and beauty of those who have survived cancer, modeling looks from Lord & Taylor’s fall fashion collections. Additionally, stores will offer special discounts, local entertainment, gifts with purchase opportunities, activities, refreshments and so much more!

This season’s charity partner is the American Cancer Society whose vision is a world free of the pain and suffering of cancer. From prevention to diagnosis, from treatment to recovery, the Society is there every step of the way.american_cancer_society_logo-svg-1

With the purchase of a $5 ticket, customers will receive a storewide savings pass of 20% off regular and sale-priced items, and 10% off cosmetics and fragrances, plus two 30% bonus coupons for single-item discounts (for use on September 30 and October 1 only; some exclusions apply). Tickets are available for purchase now at any Lord & Taylor store. 100% of the sales price from ticket sales will benefit American Cancer Society. Lord & Taylor will make a minimum contribution of $25,000.

We are honored to support American Cancer Society to raise funds and celebrate the bravery of those who have battled cancer,” said Liz Rodbell, President, Hudson’s Bay and Lord & Taylor. “Lord & Taylor has a long history of community involvement, and we are proud to celebrate the survivors’ journeys in this way.”

Customers can also receive 30% off online purchases of $250 or more, or 20% off online purchases up to $249.99. 1% of the net sales from www.lordandtaylor.com on September 30 and October 1, up to a maximum of $5000, will benefit the American Cancer Society (some exclusions apply).

Founded in 1826, Lord & Taylor is the oldest department store in the United States and one of the country’s premier retailers. It has built its reputation on offering high-quality fashion apparel and accessories, exciting store environments, and seamless service. The company operates 50 full-line locations primarily in the northeastern and mid-Atlantic U.S., four outlet locations, and lordandtaylor.com and is part of the Hudson’s Bay Company brand portfolio.

Spirit Halloween Prepares For A “Wicked” 2016 Halloween Season

North America’s Largest Seasonal Halloween Retailer Announces 2016 Top Costumes, Including Harley Quinn, Political Candidates and PJ Masks

Experience Fright and Delight — More Than 1,200 Stores Open Across the United States and Canada

Vampires: sharpen your fangs; witches: grab your broomsticks; ghosts: bring your boo the magical season of make believe is finally upon us. Spirit Halloween, the largest seasonal Halloween retailer and the authority on all things Halloween, is officially open for the season. The experts in one-stop-shopping for an enchanting Halloween bring the largest variety of one-of-a-kind costumes to shoppers, ranging from buzz-worthy looks such as Pokémon, Presidential Candidates and Wonder Woman to new cult-favorites like Deadpool, Shimmer and Shine and PJ Masks.

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Spirit Halloween Top Costumes for 2016 (PRNewsFoto/Spirit Halloween)

Spirit Halloween offers the most comprehensive selection of Halloween costumes, décor and accessories in the world,” said Steven Silverstein, President and CEO, Spirit Halloween. This year, we’re thrilled to bring together a fun, diverse collection found only at Spirit Halloween stores nationwide or online, inspired by both time-tested favorites and trending topics, to ensure a fun and creepy time. From 2016’s global phenomenon, Pokémon, to powerful women, to the presidential candidates, our costumes truly transform our customers into any character they can dream up this Halloween.”

Spirit Halloween has once again created a list of the year’s top 10 costumes with a wide range of options for all ages to get the smile or scare they are looking for.

  • Anti-heroes: 2016 is all about the anti-heroes. And doesn’t it feel so good to be bad! Harley Quinn, the Joker and Deadpool all combine the daring and mischievous traits of a villain with the heart of a hero.

  • Girl Power: Who runs the world? Girls. Fierce, fearless females remain popular this year, with super heroines Supergirl, Batgirl and Wonder Woman (who celebrates her 75th super hero-versary in 2016!) as well as real-life heroes: doctors, police officers and firefighters. Daughters will be thrilled to coordinate with moms in costumes for all sizes.

  • Election 2016: America’s top candidates for president are the most controversial to date. Spirit Halloween has both realistic and humorous candidate masks and wigs for a creative political statement. Accessorize your candidate to show their sexy side, devilish demeanor or even what they’d look like behind bars.

  • Gaming: Level-up with the phenomenon that took the world by storm this year: Pokémon. Other fan-favorite gamer costumes for 2016 include Fallout, Assassin’s Creed and Five Nights at Freddy’s.

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    Kids Vegeta

  • Anime: This Japanese cultural icon has crossed the Pacific! Hone battle skills and dress the part of a Dragon Ball Z warrior, an Attack On Titan cadet or a Naruto ninja in anime-inspired costumes.

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    Crayola Red Mens

  • Crayola: Color outside the lines with new Crayola costumes. Collaborate with friends to bring a rainbow of Crayola crayons to life. An easy last-minute costume for shoppers of every age, and perfect for teachers celebrating Halloween and creativity in the classroom.

  • Trending Tykes: Let the little ones’ imaginations soar as they transform into today’s most-loved cartoon friends, including official styles you won’t find anywhere else from PJ Masks, Shimmer and Shine, Paw Patrol and Blaze and the Monster Machines.

  • Pop Culture: Go viral with looks from the most talked about topics of the year from FX’s smash hit “American Horror Story” to musical legends Prince and David Bowie.

  • #TBT: Throw it back to iconic characters of Halloweens past for a #trendingcostume. From horror classics to beloved characters Cat in the Hat, Thing 1 & 2 and TMNT, these costumes are a guaranteed high five.

  • DIY: Express individuality with a large selection of basics and beyond in every color to elevate a do-it-yourself look. Take a Spirit Halloween costume over the top with key accessories that strut your style, such as colorful wigs, bright eyelashes, bold makeup, statement-making suspenders, masks or hats of all shapes and sizes.

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