Ann Taylor

Guide Note

Ann Taylor is a high end womens apparel fashion design founded by Robert Liebeskind in 1954. Ann Taylor is a popular label among well dressed women and fashion runways around the globe.

In 1983 Ann Taylor had grown into a nationally known clothing company with 47 stores in the United States, represented by three divisions, Ann Taylor, Anny Taylor Loft, and Ann Taylor Factory. By 2007 Ann Taylor was operating nearly 870 stores and outlets in the United States, the district of Columbia, and Puerto Rico with and estimated $2.3 billion dollars in sales.

Ann Taylor prides itself on producing high quality, stylish, feminine classics, while remaining tailored, sophisticated and versatile. Ann Taylor offers collections for the working women looking to stand out in a crowd yet still be taken seriously, or the stay at home mom that wants to keep up with fashion and look elegant for a night out on the town.

Ann Taylor Loft can be found in over 483 stores and boutiques carrying apparel for the budget minded women. Prices are a bit more affordable in the the upper moderate category. Ann Taylor Loft collections are a lighter and more relaxed style made for both work and at home.

Fast Facts

1. Home base: New York City
2. Created by: Ann Taylor
3. Founded: 1954
4. She has two collections: Ann Taylor and Ann Taylor Loft
5. Collection is based on comfort and class