Younkers' Metropolis goes up-scale: high living comes to the corn belt
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Younkers Department Store in Des Moines has opened an up-scale housewares and gourmet department called Metropolis. Merchandise is displayed in zones which inspire impulse buying and provide flexibility in displaying seasonal or trendy items. Competition spurred Younkers into the renovation, and the new department has been a great success.
Publication Name: Retailing Home Furnishings
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0162-9158
Year: 1983
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Ames aims at growth by changing image
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Ames Department Stores is expanding, remodeling and upscaling its merchandise. Management plans to move to other than its traditional rural areas, and is negotiating to buy the King's discount chain. Home decor and domestics are strong sellers, thanks to aggressive promotions.
Publication Name: Retailing Home Furnishings
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0162-9158
Year: 1983
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Durand aims to plant itself firmer on U.S. soil
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French glass manufacturer starts building New Jersey plant - first U.S. plant - initial production will include machine-blown and machine-pressed stemware and glasses.
Publication Name: Retailing Home Furnishings
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0162-9158
Year: 1981
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