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What department stores have a make-up counter that you can try on make-up for free at?

I was wondering if there ar eany good department stores that have a make-up counter you can try make-up on at. Also is their a website you can convert colors from. Like for instance I love a color in one brand but I want it in aother brand but I don't know what it would be, is there a website that can convert them or something along those lines? Thanks a ton!

Tipster

Question answered by Spuncer

Yes... department stores such as Bloomindale's and Macy's have makeup counters where you can try on makeup, ex. M•A•C or Chanel. Bring along the color to a makeup counter, those people are professionals and will help you gladly to find the right shade! Of course, the people who work in CVS won't be able to tell you which Revlon eyeshadow to buy. Department store assistance is waay better cuz it does actually exist. So they'll help u ;)

How much money would a department store pay me to carry my fashion line?

I want to be a fashion designer one day, and have my dresses carried in department stores such as nordstrom's, dillards, and barneys new York. What is the price range that they would pay me for my line ?

Kate

Question answered by Ryan M

That depends on how popular YOUR line is. It can be a few thousand bucks or several million. However major department stores only carry major lines, so you would need to be successful on your own for YEARS before they will even negotiate with you. Do you have any idea how much production capacity you will need to fulfill a national department store chain??

What are some known and good department stores in Downtown Chicago or on Michigan Ave ?

I'm 20 years old, into modern look and fashion. What are some good department stores for young shoppers in Downtown Chicago ?.. it can be on Michigan ave. But nothing upscale where you pay 150 for a shirt or something like that.

Ball I Game I 09

Question answered by drip

Michigan Ave. has a web site with all stores listed. Main department stores are Macy's, Carson's, Nostrums. I think there is a H & M downtown. that is good for young shoppers.

What kind of jobs are available in department stores?

In large department stores - like Bloomingdales, Macy's, Barneys - what kind of jobs do they have available? Do such positions like floor managers exist and also, if two people were working in separate parts of the store (say, beauty and men's clothes), would there be 'higher' positions that they both could compete for and be promoted to? Not sure if that made any sense, but I'd greatly appreciate some help!

theartdepartment

Question answered by Seven

The short answer is yes. In most places there are layers of management on the shop floor that you can be promoted to or work towards. For example you will have the standard sales staff, then someone who manages a section and the staff within that section, a Section Manager if you will. Then there will be someone who manages a number of sections / areas and is responsible for those that manage the sections as well as the other staff. Usually you then get floor managers or managers of whole areas such as Fashion or Home. Finally there will be the manager of the entire store. There will also be managers in off the floor areas such as stock room and possibly personnel or administration. Hope this helps.

What is the best day of the week to shop at department stores?

What is the best day of the week to shop at department stores if I want the best selection of merchandise? My size has always sold out whenever I shop for clothes, so I was wondering if anyone in the retail industry could tell me when most department stores (ex. Kohl's, Target) put out their new items. Is it Sunday when the new sales start? Thanks!

Question answered by Morgan

Hi! Well first of all, the days stores get their shipments in is different. Like the Target closest to my house get their stuff on saturdays, while a different I also go to get theirs on Mondays. What you want to look for are patterns. If you really want to know, try planning a trip to the store each day for a week. See when their shelves get totally restocked/new shipments come in. That'll be the day! Or you go do a really crazy thing, and ASK. :) I would ask a manager, which can be easily paged from help/info/or returns desks. Hope I helped!

Does anyone know how to become a cosmetic sales rep who works as a vendor in department stores?

I have been working in cosmetic sales for years and know that there is a difference in pay between people who work for the department stores and those who work directly for the company. I cannot ever get info. from these people on how to become a "vendor" does anyone have any information?

Mimi

Question answered by Robert B

I know that Dillard's and Macy's start you off at $15-$18/hr but they require past experience. I was told by my friend a former Macy's HR manager that the department stores pay more because Macy's will pay you $8.00/hr and Lancome or whoever you would work for would pay you $8.00/hr so your salary ends up being $16.00/hr plus 10%commission. If you were to work for Sephora then you will only make like $8-$10.00/hr because it's a independent company.

How do I go about opening a retail concession with one of the big department stores or large retailers.?

I want to open a retail concession in the menswear department in any one of the big department stores or big retailers. How should I proceed with this? I have looked on all these retailers websites but cant find any information on how and who I should contact to make inquires. Or how I should go about it.

Ghansham P

Question answered by Zarg222

just go the local store and speak to store management - find out requirements, then write a business plan to determine if it can be profitable

How do you dress a bed like the department stores do?

The beds at the department stores are so comfortable. What are the layers in order to accomplish the same feel?

Apple

Question answered by CHA

the good mattress is very important. bed , bath and beyond sells matress pads that are terrific. good pillows for the ones you use and you can use cheap ones for the pillow shams. buy as high a thread count as you can get a good buy on. usually follow the mattress bad are your sheets, blanket and comforter/bedspread. extra flat sheet can be used on top of the blanket, under comforter bedspread. the comforter / bedspread is normally removed at night not used... unless it's down :-) then the temptation is just to great. if you invest in a great down comforter , then i'd be sure to get a duvet cover for it to protect it. you are making me want to go to sleep just typing about this :-)

What are some of the christmas songs played in department stores?

What are some of the songs that are played in department stores. I've been hearing christmas music in american eagle, hollister, and abercomie. Also, they have really good songs in Bath and Body Works. Does anyone know the name and artist of the songs??

kcsunshine015

Question answered by M!ch@el

Well, i haven't been to many stores lately, so i wouldn't know. But, if it's the same every year, I'm assuming it'll be songs like: "The Christmas Song"-Nat King Cole "Frosty The Snowman"- The Ronettes "Winter Wonderland"- Eurythmics "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town"- Bruce Springsteen "White Christmas"- Bing Crosby "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!"- Andy Williams "Jingle Bell Rock"- Bobby Helms "Little Drummer Boy"- The Harry Simeone Chorale & Orchestra "Sleigh Ride"- The Ronettes "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer"- Gene Autry "It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year"- Andy Williams "Silver Bells"- Kenny G "A Holly Jolly Christmas"- Burl Ives

How to approach department stores to sell my fashion accessories?

hi there, i've started a line of fine french made neckties. i'm 26, fresh out of college and with a lot of ambition. i'd love for my neckties to be sold in local department stores, but what would be the best way to do that? would i have to call the headquarters, or simply talk to the local store manager? any suggestions would be more than helpful!

Bob

Question answered by Irene Z

You need to find the men's wear Accessories department buyer. Then make an appointment to see them. The problem is depending on where the headquarter is based, you'll have to go there and see them and show them the goods. You also need to differentiate your product from others. Don't forget, we can buy a cheap silk tie for US$5 these days outside of the country. Not only that, you need to work out a price list, cost to customer based on quantity orders (10pcs how much etc). And what is the RCP (recommended consumer price, so the buyer can view the margins). You also need to show your packaging... ties are not just sold as hanging bits.... Once the customer picks it up, it is usually packed in a box with the brand's logo etc because quite a lot of ties are sold as gifts.